Skiing in February

And some great events coming up

Skiing in February!!



(Some of the best skiing int he Province)

We are Skiing in February!! That is not something that people typically shout with excitement around here, but this year has been different for sure.

We have snow, and I have heard from a number of clubs throughout the province that we are one of the only areas with skiing available. It is nice to have folks visit from other communities to get their kms in on our amazing Winter Route.

This loop, see map below, is around 1.7km and is made possible by the competitions hosted at the club this season. Funding generated from these events goes towards the snowmaking and grooming efforts on the trails. Big thanks to all the organizers and volunteers that make these events such a huge success!

We are excited to see skiers out on the trails, smiles on their faces and joy in their eyes. It has been a tough winter, no question, so to have any skiing available is a treat.

Grand Tour Update

With limited trails available, the Grand Tour will be making some changes for this week. Makes sure to watch Facebook/Instagram and the website for updates on the plans.

See & Ski Art Gallery Event

A Capstone Graduation Project hosted by our local student athletes



Prince George Iceman

Experience the Ultimate Winter Challenge

February 11th, 2024

The Iceman Returns. Come experience winter in Prince George in the Annual Prince George Iceman!

This multi-sport event brings together winter pursuits, and showcases the city’s great recreation facilities. It’s a race for everyone from beginner to elite athletes, and includes both solo and relay team categories. The event is spectator-friendly, with many opportunities to cheer on participants at the Otway Nordic Centre, the Outdoor Ice Oval and the Aquatic Centre.

Register NOW!!



Masters Skiing

Starting February 5th, come join us for a social group ski on Monday evenings. Meet in the main lodge (top floor) at 6pm.

This non-instructional group is intended for beginner and intermediate skiers who have cross country skied before and are looking to gradually try out more trails with a supportive group.

We will be alternating between classic and skate, and will be doing skate on February 5th. Be ready to ski at 6pm with a headlamp and whatever else you need to be comfy on the trails.

A valid club membership is required to participate.

See you then!

Watch the Weather

The Week Ahead

Weather reports are always challenging, but it looks like there might be potential for some snowmaking. This will hopefully allow us to open up some more trails in the near future. Until we get some natural snow, we will be limited to the loop noted above. Fingers crossed for cooler temps and natural snow.

As always, watch the Grooming Report for updates



Forerunners Needed!!



Looking for an excuse to ski and skip whatever else!

Become a forerunner for our racing events!

Prerequisite: good skier who can preferably ski classic and skate on all racing trails at Otway.

What is a forerunner? Forerunners ski the course right before the race to compact the snow to ensure that all skiers have similar conditions. They are also responsible for informing the race director of any potential danger to the skiers, e.g., a fallen tree. Most of all, it’s a great way to get a good excuse to ski all day!

The calendar is below; forerunners should ideally arrive 40 minutes before departure time. It would be ideal if you could be flexible with your time, as the schedule can change.

Forerunners get access to athletes' tents, food, and accreditation at worlds!

Please register by contacting me:

slamarche@engagesportnorth.com

I will need a phone number for a WhatsApp group and your email. Let me know which days work for you.

Lastly, for Worlds, if you can register with the organizing committee, it would allow us to make sure we have enough food for everyone! You can register as a general volunteer!

https://zone4.ca/register.asp?id=33869&lan=1&cartlevel=1

Spread the word!! It would be really appreciated if you could pass this along to follow skiers.

Thank you,