[P] Tourism Whistler / David McColm

Endless Adventure at Whistler Olympic Park

October 23, 2018 (Whistler, B.C.) – Experience a Nordic paradise, where pristine mountain wilderness meets endless trails ready to be explored. A short drive south from Whistler’s vibrant village you’ll find Whistler Olympic … READ MORE → 0 comments

Lost Lake [P] Tourism Whistler / Toshi Kawano

Discover a Nordic Paradise a Quick Walk from Whistler Village

October 02, 2018 (Whistler, BC) – You don’t have to wander far from the picturesque Whistler Village to ski along a pristine network of groomed Nordic trails. A short walk will bring you … READ MORE → 0 comments

Camp Mercier is a pure xc ski-and-snowshoe resort with fabulous terrain surrounded by a coniferous forest. [P] Camp Mercier

Quebec: Merci!

December 1, 2009 (Quebec) – I’ve talked with many skiers who’re intrigued at the thought of visiting the French-Canadian province of Quebec. Mostly Americans ask questions such as “Do they have mountains?”, “They have snow?”, … READ MORE → 0 comments

K-Country: stunning terrain and amazing ski options will keep you coming back for more. [P] Kananaskis Country

Kananaskis Country: Nordic Heaven

December 18, 2010 (Kananaskis Country, Alberta) – Last winter, we visited areas in Alberta, British Columbia, Quebec, Montana, Idaho and Colorado — an amazing assortment of ranches, resorts, backcountry lodges, regions — and … READ MORE → 0 comments

Kids and families are welcome. [P] Trapp Family Lodge

Stowe: New England’s Cross-country Mecca

December 13, 2010 – Nestled high on the flanks of Vermont’s highest peak (Mount Mansfield, 4,393 feet), the village of Stowe offers a wide variety of cross-country skiing and snowshoeing opportunities. Skiers can … READ MORE → 0 comments

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Going Big in Canada’s North

January 26, 2010 – This past March 22-28 saw the second annual Rock and Ice Ultra take place in Yellowknife, Northwest Territories. I first heard about this race when I read the article … READ MORE → 0 comments

A cross-country skiers paradise… endless trails, breathtaking scenery  and fabulous accommodations[P]Don Portman”

Sun Mountain Lodge

September 03, 2009 – Picture the cross-country skier’s paradise: endless groomed trails weaving o’er hill and dale with breathtaking scenery greeting the eyes at every turn, dotting the trails are … READ MORE → 0 comments

Helmcken Falls Lodge.3

Wonderland: Wells Gray Nordic Skiing

September 03, 2009 – The “whoomf” caught everyone by surprise. We had just finished eating lunch and were putting on our skins when that whoomf — the sound made … READ MORE → 0 comments

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Diamond Quest: Northern Canada’s Rock and Ice Ultra 2008

March 16, 2008 – Mineral prospectors trudge across far northern Canada’s expansive frozen landscape in search for geologic clues revealing the location of precious gold or diamond deposits. Only the heartiest and most … READ MORE → 0 comments

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The Hills Health Ranch

March 16, 2008 – I’m told that ski writers have it all. We travel to wondrous places, meet fascinating people and get paid big bucks to ski! I dare say most of that’s … READ MORE → 0 comments