Conquering Cruiser

My skis need a break

It was exciting to see more people in my ski group last Thursday. I joined Allison from Ontario and Katie from Australia who both work for the ski resort. Our ski instructor Andrew was from Great Britain and he was there to help us improve our skiing. I found out that not only do resort employees get free lift passes in Sun Peaks, they also … [Read more...]

I skied in -20 C and survived

Feb24-ski

“You’re gonna ski in this weather?” my landlord asked me as I lined up my skis and poles outside the door. I asked myself the same question earlier while getting dressed and watching BCTV’s Morning News announce a -27 C forecast for Kamloops. “You’re crazy Lailani,” I told myself even as I pulled on an extra layer of clothing and … [Read more...]

Making connections

Feb10-ski2

Today I did a lesson with George Terwiel. I have spoken to George on numerous occasions, usually over the phone for an interview. I’ve also seen him in passing at Treeline Studios, one of the stores he owns in the village. Today was one of those rare times when we talked about something unrelated to a story I’m writing. For me, it was … [Read more...]