Introducing Children to Competitive Cross Country Skiing
As we head into February, cross country ski programs are in full swing at clubs across the country. Just about every ski program has a competitive component, and that means you can find the provincial and national competition calendar chock full of race events for all...
Kick Waxing 101, an Introduction
After an early start to our cross country ski season, I am getting questions from people about kick waxing classic skis. These questions are coming from folks new to the sport and from those who are transitioning from waxless skis to waxable skis. It can all seem a...
The Joy of Being a Coach
It's that time of year when cross country ski clubs are looking for new coaches to join their coaching ranks. Due to attrition, it is a constant search. The success of a club is due to many things, but the club coaches have a large part in this. This is my story, and...
Roller Skiing. A Prime Off Season Activity
Roller skiing is a prime off season activity for those wanting to stay fit and improve their cross country ski technique
A Fun Filled Summer of Adventures
The view of Paul Lake from the viewpoint at Gibraltar Rock.
Summer Fitness & Fun
There is a line in an old song that goes, "We're in those lazy, hazy, crazy days of summer." What are you doing to stay fit and have fun this summer? It has been awhile since I last wrote or posted a video so it's time to get back at it. My excuses? Mmm, there are too...
It’s Autumn and Time to Connect with Your Club
If you've been out and about in your community, and staying active you can tell that it's autumn. The leaves are changing colour, wildlife is moving around, temperatures are cooler, and there are a lot fewer bugs. It's also the time when your local ski club shakes off...
It’s Time for Some Off Season Fitness & Fun
Now that ski season is over and spring is here, it's time for some off season fitness and fun. Some of you new to the sport may be asking, "What is he talking about when he says off season?" For a skier, off season is the rest of the year other than ski season. For me...
Spring is Time to Give Your Ski Equipment Some TLC
Spring is time to give your ski equipment some TLC.
Tips for Some Amazing Spring Skiing
Amazing spring skiing on the cross country ski trails.