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Apr
2
Sun
2023
Clearwater Challenge!
Apr 2 @ 9:30 am – 1:00 pm
Clearwater Challenge!
It’s Clearwater Challenge time! Join us for the return of this fun, friendly community fundraiser for our Nelson Nordic Ski Team.
For some, it’s an opportunity to test themselves against the clock to beat the field or set a PR up Clearwater Main Trail. For others, it’s a challenge to get to the top for the first time this year, or maybe for the first time ever!
All ages are welcome! Everyone’s a winner when they take on the Clearwater Challenge!
Sunday, April 2, 2023
Registration: 9:30 am
Event start: 10:00 am
$20 entry fee, you choose whether to ski skate or classic.
Amazing door prizes at the finish!
Big thanks to our sponsors and prize donors: Ambler, Big Cranium Design, Broken Hill, Cartolina, Gerick Cycle & Ski, Kurama Sushi, Nelson’s Chocofellar, Notably, Otter Books, Sprout, and Valhalla Pure Outfitters!
Clearwater Challenge!
Apr 2 @ 9:30 am – 1:00 pm
Clearwater Challenge!
It’s Clearwater Challenge time! Join us for the return of this fun, friendly community fundraiser for our Nelson Nordic Ski Team.
For some, it’s an opportunity to test themselves against the clock to beat the field or set a PR up Clearwater Main Trail. For others, it’s a challenge to get to the top for the first time this year, or maybe for the first time ever!
All ages are welcome! Everyone’s a winner when they take on the Clearwater Challenge!
Sunday, April 2, 2023
Registration: 9:30 am
Event start: 10:00 am
$20 entry fee, you choose whether to ski skate or classic.
Amazing door prizes at the finish!
Big thanks to our sponsors and prize donors: Ambler, Big Cranium Design, Broken Hill, Cartolina, Gerick Cycle & Ski, Kurama Sushi, Nelson’s Chocofellar, Notably, Otter Books, Sprout, and Valhalla Pure Outfitters!
Jan
14
Sun
2024
POSTPONED Stay tuned for a New Years Day Carnival 2024 at a later time
Jan 14 @ 10:30 am – 12:00 pm
Feb
10
Sat
2024
Tour de Soup 2024
Feb 10 @ 12:00 pm – 2:00 pm
Tour de Soup 2024 @ Nelson Nordic Ski Club

You are cordially invited to our fabulous and popular Tour de Soup!

On Saturday,February 10th, from noon to 2 p.m., come join us for a gourmet ski experience!

Visit any of our warming cabins at Apex, Euphrates (Busk) and Clearwater and sample a delicious cup of soup at each. Soup is offered BY DONATION, with proceeds going to the Nelson Community Food Centre and to support Club activities.

Please bring your own cup or mug for soup! (Suggested min. donation: $4 per cup.)

Non-members must pay trail user fees, as usual.

 

Feb
17
Sat
2024
Kootenay Cup Canceled
Feb 17 all-day
Kootenay Cup Canceled @ Nelson Nordic Ski Club

It’s that time of year again. Your club is hosting race #’s 5 and 6 of the annual Teck Kootenay Cup in just three weeks!

The Nelson events in this fun, something for everyone races series commence Saturday February 17th with the audience favourite “Kings Court” Open Technique Sprint Races, in front of the lodge at Apex. Then on Sunday we host Interval Start Time-Trails in Classic Technique at Busk/Clearwater, with distances ranging from 250m (Bunnies) to 14km (Masters).

We are seeking volunteers to help us make a fabulous day for the competitors and audience.

Generously sponsored by Teck Resources, the Kootenay Cup series is a shared responsibility between the Clubs in this region. Each event is 100% volunteer led and delivered, and past volunteers consistently report how much fun it is to be involved. As an added bonus, time spent volunteering at the race can help you earn credits towards your next year’s pass, and on Saturday, we’ll even provide you a lunch.

Please click on the following web link (or copy it into your web browser if clicking doesn’t work) to go to the signup sheet:

volunteersignup.org/HRWDF

To sign up, just follow the instructions on the page. It only takes a few seconds to do.

With so many small and manageable volunteer tasks available, it’s easy to Race and Volunteer in the event.

If you have any further questions, please don’t hesitate to reach out. Thank you for volunteering!

Selena Davis

selenadavis@telus.net

Feb
18
Sun
2024
Kootenay Cup Race 5 & 6 Canceled
Feb 18 all-day
Kootenay Cup Race 5 & 6 Canceled @ Nelson Nordic Ski Club
“Hello skiers and Nordic supporters,
 
Despite the hard working efforts of the NNSC 2024 Kootenay Cup Race committee it seems that El Nino has taken the win.
 
Current Kootenay cup race course conditions at the Club have deteriorated over the past week. With no significant snowfall and warm temperatures predicted over the coming days it is unlikely that the snow conditions will hold up to host the event. We explored different course options and ways to host, however, in the end we were unable to set alternate routes for the race courses.
 
It is for these reasons that we regretfully are cancelling the 2024 NNSC Kootenay Cup Races scheduled for February 17/18, 2024.
 
This season has sent many weather challenges and we are stoked that you have not been swayed from your training.You gritted your teeth and honed your racing skills all the while dreaming of the day when you could don your race attire in pursuit of those Chocofellar golds! We hope to see you at the races next year!
 
While the Kootenay cup is on hold until next year we do have other events planned that do not have the same course criteria as the Kootenay Cup.
 
Many of our trails are good to go for our other events and general fun! 
 
This weekend come and ski the trails to our warming huts and enjoy the wonderful soup samples from our many amazing culinary sponsors at our popular Tour de Soup, February 10, 12 – 2:00 pm. Soup donations by:
Main street Diner, Sprout Eatery Nelson, The Block at Railtown, Kootenay Co-op, Finley’s Irish Bar, The Hume Hotel-Spa, Selkirk College Culinary Program and Outer Clove Restaurant.
 
For details go to NNSC Tour de Soup 2024 
 
Feb
25
Sun
2024
Nelson Capstone Caper Loppet – Fun for the Whole Family!
Feb 25 @ 10:00 am

Join Kaelum Smith and Maya Abraham on their “Capstone Quest” to host the Nelson Loppet, a family fun event to raise funds for the “Coldest Night of the year!

Date:February 25, 2024

Loppet Start Time: 10:00

Pre Regstration Link: Nelson Loppet Registration Form

Where: Nelson Nordic Ski Club, Busk Parking lot, please arrive early

Do you need some inspiration? Read a few words below from our wonderful Junior Racer hosts:

It’s cold out there. On February 25th, me (Kaelum Smith) alongside my close friend and teammate (Maya Abraham) are hosting a loppet-style cross country ski race at the Nelson Nordic ski trails. This is a free event, however we would be very grateful for any donations towards the “Coldest Night of the Year,” a nation-wide fundraiser in support of the people and families experiencing hurt, hunger, and homelessness in our community. Please, give generously by clicking the “Donate Now” button on our fundraising page. Thanks!

Mar
17
Sun
2024
Clearwater Challenge March 17, 2024!
Mar 17 @ 9:30 am – 1:00 pm
It’s Clearwater Challenge time! Join us for the return of this fun, friendly community fundraiser for our Nelson Nordic Ski Team.
For some, it’s an opportunity to test themselves against the clock to beat the field or set a PR up Clearwater Main Trail. For others, it’s a challenge to get to the top for the first time this year, or maybe for the first time ever!
All ages are welcome! Everyone’s a winner when they take on the Clearwater Challenge!
Sunday, March 17, 2024
Registration: 9:30 am
Event start: 10:00 am
$20 entry fee, you choose whether to ski skate or classic.
Amazing door prizes at the finish! Please pay with cash.
Big thanks to our sponsors and prize donors: Ambler, Gerick Cycle & Ski, Nelson Chocofellar
Nov
2
Sat
2024
NNSC AGM 2024 and Cash & Cheque Day
Nov 2 @ 9:00 am – 2:00 pm

Hello Cross Country Ski Enthusiasts, there is a dusting of snow showing up on the mountain tops!

Join us for our Annual General Meeting on November 2nd, to hear what is coming up in our 2025 year! AGM starts at 10:00 am.

At the sametime you can purchase your Early Bird Pass – pay by cash or cheque to save on those credit card fees (Early Bird Rates close on November 5, 2024 at 11:59 pm)

Get your skis waxed by our amazing Ski team athletes and enjoy a cup of coffee, yummy baked good or both while you wait (ski waxing and goodies by donation). Ski team fundraising activties (9:00 am to 2:00 pm)

 

Jan
11
Sat
2025
Moonlit Ski
Jan 11 @ 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm

 

Moonlit Ski 2025 Poster

Join us for a beautiful ski by moonlight (and Tiki torches!) to the Euphrates Cabin. We’ll have an outdoor bonfire, hot apple cider and plenty of good vibes! The cabin will be open.

Please be sure to bring your own mug for cider, as well as a headlamp. The route will be partially illuminated with Tiki torches back from the cabin along the Rail Trail.

Cost: $5 each for non-members
Or by donation for Nelson Nordic Ski Club Members

A fundraiser for our Nelson Nordic Ski Team and Youth Programs!

Serving nordic skiers in Nelson & area since 1983