Tag: Cross-Country Skiing
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Regional Ski Workshop – North Highlands Nordic, Feb 7-9
Come enjoy Nova Scotia’s winter wonderland, make new ski friends, and elevate your technique. Register on Zone4, by January 15, 2025 Cross Country Nova Scotia is offering a regional cross-country ski workshop at North Highlands Nordic, located in Cape North, Cape Breton Island, from February 7-9, for beginner-through-intermediate skiers to learn and improve their skate…
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David Hubley Recipient of Cleve’s Source for Sports Impact Awards
Congratulations! Scotia XC Ski Club coach, David Hubley, is the recipient of the Cleve’s Source for Sports Impact Award, Coach of the Month, for April, 2024. David is a long-standing cross-country ski coach for the Scotia XC Ski Club. David instructs the club’s elementary-age participants, working with them to develop their skill sets while ensuring…
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Guided Hike + Campfire at Baddeck Nordic Club
by Cross Country Nova Scotia, Staff, Dec 1, 2024 Sunday December 1st Baddeck Nordic Club presents guided hikes on Sunday, December 1, with hiking durations coordinating with the following times, departing from the trailhead at 1085 Westside Baddeck Road: 2pm, 2 hour hike; 2:30pm, 1.5 hour hike; and 3pm, 1 hour hike. Please wear good…
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Ski Wax Clinic – Town of Kentville
by Cross Country Nova Scotia, Staff, Nov 27, 2024 Get ready for the snow with a free cross-country ski waxing session hosted by “That Ski Guy” (Ik3 Whitehead), on Sunday, December 15, from 1-3 pm; at the Kentville Rec Hub, Kentville, NS! No supplies or equipment are required for this hands-on session. Learn tips and…
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2nd Annual – Coaching Workshop + Masters Development Camp, Charlo, NB
by Dave Hubley, Coach Development, CCNS Board, Nov 6, 2024 Coach development workshop, Jan 16. Atlantic regional masters nordic development camp, Jan 17-19. Both events will be held in Charlo, NB. > Register on Zone4 A training partner of mine often comments, “as we get older, the hills get steeper & distances longer, time moves…
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Ski Maintenance Workshops
by Cross Country Nova Scotia, Staff, Nov 6, 2024 Regular cross-country ski maintenance will extend the life of equipment and safeguard your investments. Ski technician, Ike Whitehead, is keen to teach your organization’s staff and volunteers, simple technical skills that will keep your fleet in top condition. Workshops are also available for members of your…
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Fundraiser Breakfast + Live Music at NHN
by Cross Country Nova Scotia, Staff, Nov 1, 2024 Come enjoy a delicious breakfast, live music, and good company at North Highlands Nordic! Help this club raise funds for a new groomer. Menu items include: scrambled eggs, bacon, toast, hash browns, coffee, and tea. The event is being held at NHN’s Nordic Centre, which is…
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Ski Ambassador Program Recognized
by Cross Country Nova Scotia, Staff, Oct 16, 2024 CCNS Receives Recreation Nova Scotia’s Mayflower Community Cooperation Award Cross Country Nova Scotia has been selected as the recipient of the Mayflower Community Cooperation Award, by Recreation Nova Scotia, for the implementation of our Ski Ambassador Program, during the 2024-25 season. The Mayflower Award recognizes the…
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Celebrating our 2024 Award Recipients
by Cross Country Nova Scotia, Staff, Sept. 27, 2024 Cross Country Nova Scotia is pleased to announce our 2024 award recipients. Annually, dedicated volunteers and provincial team athletes are recognized for their dedication to cross-country skiing and achievements. Nominations are submitted by club members and voted on by our board of directors to determine volunteer…
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2024 Annual General Meeting
by CCNS staff, April 15, 2024 Cross Country Nova Scotia’s Annual General Meeting is set for Thur, May 16 at 7 pm, via Zoom conference. Nova Scotia ski club members are invited to participate by phone or computer. Please e-mail Aiden Devine, to register for the meeting and receive a link, ccns@sportnovascotia.ca. Our AGM report…
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Global News Interviews NS Skier – Emma Archibald
by Cross Country Nova Scotia, Staff, Feb 23, 2024 Global News interviews Emma Archibald, Nova Scotia provincial team skier, about her experience racing at two Para Nordic World Cup competitions in Toblach, Italy from Jan 24-28, and Martell, Italy, from Jan 31 – Feb 1. Emma is a standing para nordic skier and skis with…
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Family Ski Night at The Links at Brunello
by Cross Country Nova Scotia, Staff, Feb 21, 2024 Bring the whole family to try cross-country skiing at the Links at Brunello, on Thu, Feb 22, from 6:15 pm – 8 pm. The lesson area is lit for night skiing. Cross Country Nova Scotia’s ski ambassador, Claire Miner, will provide all of the basic instruction you require…
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Family Cross-Country Ski Night at The Links at Brunello
by Cross Country Nova Scotia, Staff, Feb 14, 2024 Bring the whole family to try cross-country skiing at the Links at Brunello, on Tuesday, February 20, from 6 pm – 7:30 pm. The lesson area is lit for night skiing. Cross Country Nova Scotia’s ski ambassador, Stacy Payne, will provide all of the basic instruction you require…
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Social Ski + Technique Tips at The Links at Brunello
by Cross Country Nova Scotia, Staff, Fri, Feb 9, 2024 Skiers of all ages are invited to a pop-up ski, in a casual and social environment, on Sun, Feb 11, from 2:30 pm – 4 pm, at The Links at Brunello, driving range. Join Kat Kitching, who will be offering instructional tips for classic and skate…
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Try Skiing in Kentville!
by Cross Country Nova Scotia, Staff, Feb 3, 2024 Try cross-country skiing at this family-friendly event, on Saturday, February 10th, from 1 pm – 2:30 pm, at the Recreation Hub Garage and soccer field, located at 800 West Main Street, beside Kings County Academy, in Kentville. Skiers of all ages and experience levels, are invited to…
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Try Cross-Country Skiing at Springfield Lake Recreation Centre
by Cross Country Nova Scotia, Staff, Jan 31, 2024 Come on out and try cross-country skiing at the Springfield Lake Recreation Centre, on Sat, Feb 10, 2024, located in Middle Sackville, Nova Scotia; from 2:45 pm – 4 pm. Cross Country Nova Scotia’s ski ambassador, Stacy Payne, will provide all of the basic instruction you require…
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Social Ski + Technique Tips at Graves Oakley
by Cross Country Nova Scotia, Staff, Mon, Jan 29, 2024 Skiers of all ages are invited to a pop-up ski, in a casual and social environment, on Tuesday, January 30, 2024, from 6 pm – 7:30 pm, at Graves Oakley Memorial Park. Join Cross Country Nova Scotia ski ambassador, Claire Miner, who will be offering technique…
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Try Cross-Country Skiing at Sackville Snow Days
by Cross Country Nova Scotia, Staff, Jan 17, 2024 (updated Feb 15) Come on out and try cross-country skiing at the Sackville Snow Days on Sat, Feb 17, 2024, at Acadia Park in Lower Sackville, Nova Scotia; from 1 pm – 3 pm. Cross Country Nova Scotia’s ski ambassador, Stacy Payne, will provide all of the…
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Cross-Country Ski Ambassador Program – New for 2024
by Cross Country Nova Scotia, Staff, Jan 4, 2024 We are delighted to announce the hiring of three cross-country ski ambassadors, who will promote our sport through targeted partnerships and events, under the guidance of the Cross Country Nova Scotia board of directors; contributing our strategic plan objectives. Funding is provided by the Government of Nova…
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2023 CCNS Award Recipients
by Cross Country Nova Scotia, Staff, Sept. 22, 2023 Cross Country Nova Scotia is pleased to announce our 2023 award recipients. Annually, dedicated volunteers and provincial team athletes are recognized for their dedication to cross-country skiing and achievements. Nominations are submitted by club members and voted on by CCNS board of directors to determine volunteer…
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