Experience Winter in Kananaskis
Photo Courtesy of Andrew Penner
Not a snowbird? Time to discover the best reason to spend the winter in your backyard! Cross-country skiing is a great way to enjoy the sunshine and great outdoors all winter long. The peace, the majesty of the forest, the graceful glide of your skis over snow, yes, the joy is impossible to fully appreciate til you try it for yourself. You will never envy snowbirds again!
for less than renting a bike and helmet. You can purchase the right equipment from expert ski fitters who will make sure your equipment is optimally suited to your size and ability. Like any sport, getting started on the right foot makes for a great day.
If you haven’t skied befor a lesson is a great way to get started. After all, just being Canadian doesn’t mean you know how to cross-country ski! It’s certainly more than walking on skis, but it’s not running either. It’s a graceful glide that’s in between the two. When done well, the feeling is magical!
Waxed skis or waxless skis? Both are very easy to learn on. The waxless skis are best for Chinooks and spring skiing. They have great grip on the uphill but are slower downhill. They are easy and safe for the novice skier. The technology has come a long way and there are high-end waxless skis for the days that wax just isn’t working! Talk with the experts to help make the best gear choices for you.
Cross-Country skiing is healthy fun for people of all ages. No line ups, no crowds, fresh air, gentle on the knees and easy to learn. What could be better than a day outside with friends skiing in West Bragg Creek or Peter Lougheed Provincial Park!
Don’t let the winter blues get you down this year! Conditions such as depression can be associated with not getting enough sunshine. But winter can be a wonderland of beauty, fun, and vitamin D! Cross-country skiing can help make this happen.
There are many great clubs, expert shops, and places to sign up for lessons in the Calgary area. You can rent the equipment
Cross-country skiing is accessible. If you like to bring your own lunch in your day pack and eat on the trails, then there are
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