Tag: North Highlands Nordic
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Join the March Break Fun at North Highlands Nordic!
by Cross Country Nova Scotia, Staff, March 10, 2023 Visit North Highlands Nordic this March break to enjoy activities for all ages in a festive atmosphere. Enjoy your time on the trails and relax in front of the chiminea or inside the new chalet afterwards. All fees are reduced by 50% for the weekdays, Monday…
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North Highlands Nordic Ski Loppet
by North Highlands Nordic North Highlands Nordic invites all cross country skiers to participate our 34th Annual Cross Country Ski Loppet on Sunday, March 12th . Skiers of all ages and abilities are encouraged to attend. You can select your preferred distance, whether you want use classic or skate technique, and ski at your own pace. A meal,…
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Call for Volunteer Nominations!
by Cross Country Nova Scotia, Staff, March 7, 2023 Every year, Sport Nova Scotia holds a gala banquet to present awards to athletes, coaches, officials, volunteers and corporate sponsors to recognize their accomplishments and dedication to sport. The 2023 Awards event will take place on May 27th, in Halifax. Do you know a cross-country ski…
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2023 Provincial Cross-Country Skiing Championships
by Linda Murray, Chief of Race, February 9, 2023 (updated with results) Hosted by North Highlands Nordic on February 18th – 19th Dear Coaches and Competitors: On behalf of North Highlands Nordic and Cross Country Nova Scotia, we would like to invite you to participate in the Nova Scotia Provincial Cross Country Ski Championships, on…
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Christmas Market by North Highlands Nordic
by Paula Michaelis, North Highlands Nordic, President, November 17, 2022 Tis the Season! Join us for our Second Annual Christmas Market, Tis the Season, presented by North Highlands Nordic and the Cape North Farmers Market, on Saturday, December 10th, from 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m., at the Cape North Fire Hall. All are welcome to…
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2023 Coach Development Workshop
by David Hubley, November 1, 2022 Atlantic Canada Coaching Rendezvous Cross Country Nova Scotia in collaboration with Nordiq Canada and North Highlands Nordic (NHN), are offering a Coach Development Workshop, on March 10th -13th, at North Highlands Nordic in Cape North, Cape Breton Island. Coaches from the Atlantic provinces who instruct intermediate-level skiers, and anyone…
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North Highlands Nordic Accommodations
Plan your trip to North Highlands Nordic starting with cozy accommodations! There’s a range of options in Cape North and surrounding areas. Ski and Stay North Highlands Nordic is partnering with the Highlands Hostel, Little Brook Cottages, Sidanna Retreat, and True North Destinations to provide “Ski and Stay” packages. Simply let the accommodations provider know…
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Nordic Centre Offers Cure for Covid Blues – NHN
by David Jala, Saltwire – Atlantic Canada, February 14, 2022 (view article online) Cross-country ski enthusiasts Linda Murray, left, and Sandra Curtis are shown enjoying a recent day out on the trails of the North Highlands Nordic centre. The upgraded facility includes 12 kilometres of groomed trails in one of Cape Breton’s most scenic areas.…
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Community Coaching Course – NHN
by Cross Country Nova Scotia, Staff, February 14, 2022 Cross Country Nova Scotia is excited to offer the Community Coaching Course with delivery online and on-snow, at North Highlands Nordic. This course is designed by Nordiq Canada and delivered by CCNS. The focus is to enable coaches to deliver high-quality ski instruction to children/youth and…
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CBC Radio – North Highlands Nordic
by Cross Country Nova Scotia, Staff, February 11, 2022 CAPE NORTH: CBC Radio’s Information Morning Cape Breton with Steve Sutherland, hosted Paula Michaelis, president of North Highlands Nordic, live on-air, on January 22, 2022. Kudos to Michaelis for sharing all of the news at North Highlands Nordic. Listen to the complete segment, click here. Conversation…
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Hooked on Skiing at North Highlands Nordic
by Katie Fougere, North Highlands Nordic, January 24, 2022 CAPE NORTH, NS: North Highlands Nordic youth programs are grounded in tradition. Let’s take a peek back in time. Did you know in the early 1980’s NHN initiated the first learn-to-ski program in Canada, for children ages 3-6; dubbed the JackBunnies? Due to the enthusiasm for…
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NS Represented at National PN Development Camp
by Cross Country Nova Scotia, Staff, December 6, 2021 Skier Emma Archibald and Provincial Coach Lilla Roy – Attend Canmore, Alberta: Nova Scotia ski team athlete, Emma Archibald, accepted an invitation to Nordiq Canada’s annual para-nordic development camp; held at the Canmore Nordic Centre Provincial Park, in Canmore, Alberta, from November 20th – 25th. Skiers…
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NHN Warm Room Ready for 2022!
by Cross Country Nova Scotia, Staff, November 27, 2021 (updated Jan. 14) CAPE NORTH, NS: North Highlands Nordic completed construction of a warm room, though due to COVID restrictions it will be officially open to the public at a later date. NHN kicked off 2021 with a new access trail; parking area; and new groomer…
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NHN & Cape North 1st Annual Christmas Market
by North Highlands Nordic, November 26, 2021 (updated Dec 16) A complete Christmas experience! Pick up your fresh Christmas Tree from the Lions Club then come inside to enjoy a delicious Big Breakfast hosted by North Highlands Nordic and shop local for goodies from a variety of local vendors while enjoying local live music and…
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NHN is Hiring!
by North Highlands Nordic, November 26, 2021 Job Posting: Office Room Manager Period of Employment: Winter 2022, 9 am – 5pm, Sunday to Thursday Wage: $15.00/hr includes vacation pay Job Description Welcome North Highlands Nordic customers and fit them with ski equipment. Manage daily finances. Administer various programs and events for NHN Promote NHN events,…
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Discover More Club Trails in 2022!
by Cross Country Nova Scotia, Staff, October 19, 2021 Hi Everyone – It’s time to get excited for skiing! Tempt yourself to discover more club trails and charming communities across our province. View our clubs’ awesome winter photos and trail highlights below – start thinking “skiing”. We’ve also highlighted where to find some of our…
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East Coast Kids Episode at North Highlands Nordic
by East Coast Kids, September 16, 2021 Join Liam and Lucas, hosts of East Coast Kids, as they spend quality time on skis at North Highlands Nordic! If you’ve been wondering where to plan your next ski trip, be sure to press play to catch a glimpse of this club’s majestic beauty and trail system…
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Petro-Canada #ThanksCoach Contest
by Cross Country Nova Scotia, Staff, September 9, 2021 National Coaches Week is a week to celebrate the tremendous positive impact our ski coaches have on athletes and communities across Nova Scotia. It’s an opportunity to recognize coaches for the integral role they play by simply saying #ThanksCoach. An initiative coordinated by the Coaching Association…
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Trails & Conditions – Updated Daily
by Cross Country Nova Scotia, Staff, September 6, 2021 Stay Informed to Ski and Adventure More! Chasing snow makes for a winter jam-packed with adventure and more time on skis. Take a peek at our Trails and Conditions webpage, for a bird’s-eye-view of Nova Scotia’s trail systems, and see who’s been grooming. Page updates are…
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Saltwire NS – Provincial Team Skier, MacMillan
by Colin Hodd, Saltwire, June 23, 2021 A ‘Classic’ Challenge Jack MacMillan has come a long way on his skis in just over four years. The Lockview High School Grade 12 student is on the 2021-22 provincial ski team despite not putting on a pair of skis before grade 9. I had some friends that…
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