Nordic skiing still possible

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The lifts and Alpine trails at Sun Peaks may be officially closed but residents and guests are still able to Nordic ski. The Sun Peaks Resort Corporation (SPRC) has confirmed that while the Nordic trails are officially closed — they’re unpatrolled and will not be regularly groomed or track set — the Nordic network is still accessible to … [Read more...]

Holy cow, this loppet’s one to remember

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A 24 kilometre Nordic ski race might seem intimidating, but when it begins at the top of a six kilometre run with a 400 metre vertical drop, the “wee” factor trumps the distance. This is the second year for the revived Holy Cow Nordic Loppet at Sun Peaks, and Phil Youwe, the resort’s Nordic co-ordinator, is hoping for a great … [Read more...]

With work done, it’s time to play on the Nordic trails

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Anticipating a successful season on the trails, there’s been a lot of work done in the sphere of Nordic skiing at Sun Peaks from inside to outside, clinics to competitions. The Nordic Centre is in place at the west end of P5, and its finishing touches are just being made. The building will house a boot change area, a waxing bench, rental and … [Read more...]