Kootenay Nordic Adventure
Friday, Feb.28 thru following Sunday, Mar.8
Rossland BC, Kimberley BC, Radium Hot Springs BC
Advanced-Beginner Level Skier and Above
Ski three different locations in the Kootenay area of SE British Columbia: Rossland, Kimberley, and Radium Hot Springs. Near Rossland, ski trails are groomed by the Black Jack Cross Country Ski Club or try ungroomed terrain in the nearby Rossland Range Recreation Site.
In Kimberley the local Nordic club provides a 1st class network of 65 km groomed trails close to town. Ungroomed slopes are located nearby in the Kimberley Nature Park.
Outside Radium Hot Springs, enjoy the solace and beauty of Nipika Mountain Resort on 50 km of groomed trails or venture into Kootenay National Park to do backcountry skiing. After a vigorous day of skiing, soak in the hot springs just outside of town.
To find out more about these unparalleled areas, go to kootenayxc.com. Note that groomed areas require a moderate daily fee (from $12 to $15 a day). Accommodations will vary: A motel in Rossland with breakfast provided, a well-appointed condo in Kimberley, and finally a whole house in Radium. 3 couples and 4 singles
Trip limit: 10 skiers including trip leader.
Cost: $520/member, per person. Includes 9 nights lodging.
Carpool miles: 1400 miles roundtrip from Portland plus excursions to trailheads.
Trip Leader: Ann Truax, ann.truax@gmail.com
BOOKINGS
Bookings are closed for this event at this time. Contact the trip leader for any questions.