January 26, 2010 (Vancouver, BC) – Show us what inspires you out there while exploring the Nordic trails in British Columbia and you could win one of many fabulous prizes in BC Nordic’s “Fun on the Trails” photo contest! It’s simple: hit the trails, click, upload and vote for your favourite photo!

Running all winter season until April 9th, the online “Fun on the Trails” photo contest gives outdoor enthusiasts a chance to win the “Whistler Nordic Getaway for Two” Grand Prize Package. Second and third place prize packages offered include a B&B retreat at The Hills Health Ranch, located in the heart of BC’s Cariboo country, and Silver Star Mountain Resort’s famed Weekend Warrior Nordic Ski Camp! Over $4000 worth of prizes are up for grabs!

Highlights of the $1000 “Whistler Nordic Getaway for Two” Grand Prize package, courtesy Tourism Whistler, include:

– two nights lodging in world-class Whistler Resort
– one-night stay at Callaghan Country Wilderness Adventure’s deluxe Callaghan Lodge, located in the heart of the breathtaking Coast Mountain Range
– spa and dinner certificates in Whistler Resort
– trail passes to Whistler Olympic Park and adjoining Callaghan Valley trails
– ski lesson and rental from Cross Country Connection

All you have to do is upload your best Nordic activity photos: cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, backcountry skiing, or dog sledding by clicking here to win! Everyone that enters the contest has a chance to win a weekly prize giveaway – from toques to trail tickets – from top Nordic gear suppliers and retailers.

“British Columbia has an abundance of Nordic experiences to offer visitors, from backcountry skiing in the Kootenay Rockies, to superb skiing and snowshoeing through old-growth cedar forests in the Callaghan Valley near Whistler, BC,” said Rob Bernhardt, president of BC Nordic Marketing Society. “Capture the family and kids on the trails, or snap a few trail side scenic shots. The unique destinations located throughout the province have naturally inspired these great prize packages and are sure to inspire great photo opportunities too.”

Contest updates and weekly prize winners will be announced on BC Nordic’s Facebook page. All entrants are eligible to win a random weekly prize from icebreaker, Halti, Bliz Eyewear, SportHill, Sigge’s, Deep Cove Outdoors, Fischer, Swix, noronalife.com, Dakota Ridge Winter Recreation Area, or SkiTrax magazine!

The 15 photos that receive the most online votes will be eligible for final review by a judging panel. The Grand Prize, second and third place prizes will be awarded to the photos that best capture the contest theme and criteria.

Photos must be taken at one of the 16 participating BC Nordic member ski areas or resorts located throughout BC. Details can be found on the Where to Ski and Stay page on www.bcnordic.com. For complete contest details, prize information, entry and voting rules click here. Contest closes April, 9, 2010.

For information about Nordic ski areas and destinations in BC, visit www.bcnordic.com.

February 12, 2009 – Hey, Nordic skiers! Get the picture, then post on-line at bcnordic.com and win fantastic prizes! BC Nordic launches photo contest with fantastic holiday prizes to Whistler and Kimberley, Nordic racing camp at Silver Star, and spa/ski retreat at The Hills Health Ranch.

“Don’t forget your camera!” next time you go backcountry skiing, cross country skiing, dog sledding or snowshoeing this winter! You could win one of many fabulous prizes in the “Go Nordic in BC” photo contest, running from now until March 22, 2009! All photos taken from the 2008/2009 at BC Nordic members are eligible.

Grand Prize – courtesy Tourism Whistler, is two nights lodging in world famous Whistler Resort, trail passes to Lost Lake, Whistler Olympic Park and the adjoining Callaghan Country trails, and a “night to remember” at the Callaghan Country Lodge located deep in the Coast Range Wilderness! All contestants will be entered to win this prize, valued at $1200!

There are three photo categories, and each one offers a great prize.

Family fun: Nordic skiing and snowshoeing literally define winter family fun. Capture kids in action on the trail and win a memorable weekend getaway for two at the InnWest Kirkwood Inn in the Bavarian town of Kimberley, BC. You’ll be skiing literally from the back door, and enjoy an added special treat, dinner in Spirit Lodge’s hand crafted igloo! (Value: $650)

Landscape scenic/Nordic trails: Indulge your artistic side! Celebrate the beauty and grace of Nordic skiing by taking trail side scenic shots at one of BC Nordic’s member facilities. The winner will enjoy a weekend for two at The Hills Health Ranch in the heart of BC’s Cariboo Chilcotin Coast. (Value: $680)

Competition: With the Vancouver 2010 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games almost a year away, we want to see your very best action photos from local loppets and other competitions around the province. The prize here is a beauty, too â?” 5 days of top notch Nordic instruction from xccamps.ca, held at Silver Star Mountain Resort each November and December (accommodation is extra). Includes 2.5 hours of instruction daily, video analysis, trail passes, fitness center pass (gym, sauna, showers, change rooms) one yoga session, one stretching session and two massage treatments! (Value: $690)

So slap on the skis, stop for lots of pictures, and get uploading! Check the website frequently for the chance to win weekly prices from Icebreaker, Mount Washington, Halti, Deep Cove Outdoors and SkiTrax magazine.

Photos must be taken during the current 2008/2009 season at one of the participating Nordic trail networks or resorts participating in www.bcnordic.com, where you can also find complete contest details.