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!
Youth Porgrams on February 25 will take place at the Clearwater/Busk Parking lot to particapte in our Fun family Loppet, All our welcome to join in the fun!
Jackrabbits and Bunnies
Track Attack/Junior Racers
Track 2 Adventure
Youth Porgrams on February 25 will take place at the Clearwater/Busk Parking lot to particapte in our Fun family Loppet, All our welcome to join in the fun!
Jackrabbits and Bunnies
Track Attack/Junior Racers
Track 2 Adventure
Youth Porgrams on February 25 will take place at the Clearwater/Busk Parking lot to particapte in our Fun family Loppet, All our welcome to join in the fun!
Jackrabbits and Bunnies
Track Attack/Junior Racers
Track 2 Adventure
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.
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)
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!
DAY 1 COMPETITION: Saturday, Feb. 8th, 2025 at Apex
Free Technique, King’s Court Sprints
DAY 2 COMPETITION: Sunday, Feb 9th, 2025 at Busk
Classic Technique, Interval Start by age categories
Start times: 10:00 AM (Intervals are 15 seconds)
CLICK HERE FOR TECHNICAL DETAILS
REGISTER NOW ON ZONE 4.
Can you volunteer? Many jobs, large and small! Register HERE
MAPS
Start Lists and Results will be posted on the Zone4 Event website – click here
Capstone Caper Loppet, wear your best costume!
Open to all ages and ski levels; everyone is welcome! Join us for this family-friendly fun event, enjoy the great outdoors & be entered into an exciting prize draw!
Entry by donation, to our NNSC Nordiq Canada Annual Club Fundraising campaign – Donate Here: NNSC”Smooth Grooves Track and Trails”
Choose your distance or do all the loops!
- 1 km Storyboard – scavenger hunt loop
- 3 km Camp Busk loop
- 6 km Euphrates loop
Loppet Check in: 9:45 am – Loppet Start: 10:15 am