| |
Kimberley Nordic Club
Recreational Cross Country Skiing was conducted for several decades on the mining exploration trails at the base of North Star Mountain before the initial nordic trail (Centennial) was constructed. Over the years the trail system was expanded such that now the Kimberley Nordic network is a first class facility consisting of a variety of snowcat groomed trails complete with double track, single track and a centre skating lane. There are also narrow single track trails to accommodate the more adventuresome bushwhacker. These trails, set and not, are of varying degrees of difficulty and length to accomodate all levels of nordic skiers. The modern facility includes a comfortable 1,200 sq ft lodge with washrooms, a racer's warming/waxing hut, 30 km of groomed dbl track trails, a 3.3 kilometer lit loop for night skiing, a 1.0 km lit sprint loop and 6.5 km of single track trails. The facility also has some trails specifically constructed to be Paralympic skiing friendly.
Get a Printable, Downloadable Map of the Nordic Center location and how to get there by clicking HERE.
Snowcat Grooming is scheduled for Monday and Wednesday mornings and Friday nights plus after significant snowfalls.
Night skiing is every night during the season from dusk until 10:00 PM.
Summer/Fall - Outdoor enthusiasts are welcome in the nordic center and it's free. However, should you wish to make a donation, it will be gratefully accepted.
The Nordic Centre also provides easy access for touring and snowshoeing in the adjacent Kimberley Nature Park or onto well used trails in the surrounding crown forest lands. Click on popular backcountry trails for more detailed information. If you are a pure backcountry aficionado click on Bates Photo to view what the area has to offer.
CURRENT HIGHLIGHTS
The 30th annual Iron Legs competition was held on 23 March, but again with a low turn out. Although the participation rate has been declining over the years, RCR is contemplating holding the event again next year. If any of our members have comments or suggestions as to how the competition could be improved and how it could attract more athletes, please pass them on and we`ll forward them to the organizer. Use the Contact Us of this website to offer your suggestions.
Masters Program
This program is over for the season and was very popular again this year. Stay tuned for an 2013/14 update.
Lockers 4 Rent
The Nordic Club has 18 secure ski lockers for rent in the Waxing Hut. Renters must provide their own lock and look after their own insurance. To rent, contact Derm Kennedy at 250-427-1721 or email at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .
Rent the Lodge
Need a well appointed place that will accommodate up to 50 people c/w kitchen, lounging area and banquet tables? Good for a pot luck, meetings or socials! Rent the Nordic Lodge. Rental rates are: $160/full day or $100/evening. One stipulation is that you must clean up and remove your garbage. For more information phone Derm at 427-1721 or e-mail using the Contact Us on this website.
Jackrabbit Program
This program, also now called the Skills Development Program, is geared to children aged 4-12 years old. The program includes dry land training for the Track Attack kids, every Thursday evening in the fall. We have plenty of skis and poles to rent to the kids. You only need to buy boots for your child, and they will be ready to ski. Please visit Jack Rabbit Program in the navigation area for further details, how to register and obtain a downloadable registration form. For a taste of the fun the kids have in this program, check out these YouTube links about our end-of-season events from this past year, as well as the year before.To obtain a downloadable lesson plan for the 2012/13 season click "HERE" .
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h20pcN4-WNE
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Dxl3lwMpKmo
Join Cross Country Canada on facebook
CCC ski forum for Canada's XC Community
Lessons Available at KNC
Nordic Equipment Rental & Sales
Rocky's Ski & Snowboard Kimberley's Premier Winter Outfitters is the Nordic "GO TO" place. SPECIAL for the 2012/13 season Rocky's is offering an attractive discount to paid up members on Rossignol & Fisher skate skis. Go on in and get sized and Rocky's will order exactly what you want. They also have an excellent stock of X-C clothing and accessories. Please remember Rocky's has great XC rentals. You can buy your Nordic Club membership at Rocky's for the 2012/13 season. To visit Rocky's click HERE. To get a download of Rocky's XC rental rates click HERE.
Togs & Toys in Kimberley has quite a selection of new and experienced XC equipment, clothing and accessories and is worth checking out. They will also consignment sell your traded equipment and sell you your 2012/13 Nordic Club membership.
Gerick Sports in Cranbrook has a selection of Classic and Skate equipment and accessories. To visit Gerick's click HERE.
Fun Hogz in Cranbrook sell new and experienced nordic equipment as well as provide consignment service. Check them out before you open your cheque book. Also in Cranbrook, High Country Outdoor Gear & Clothing sell useful XC accessories like headgear, gloves and great clothes..
Thanks to Our Sponsors
 |  |  |  |  |  |
