Halifax Nordic Ski Club Newsletter In this week's newsletter: 2020 Lessons Recap Kouch Loppet Honey Pot Recap Trail this Week Halifax Nordic Fundraiser Volunteer with Halifax Nordic March 5, 2020

Still Lots of Skiing Left!

There is still snow in the snow bowl and snow in the forecast for Saturday. Keep an eye on trail reports to know where to ski.

2020 Lessons This year's option of having lessons on both Saturday mornings and Monday evenings worked very well as it gave people options other than weekends for the lessons. The Snow Bowl, although crowded at times, certainly saved our programs as we were once again able to offer a full winter program. There were lots of improvement in skiing throughout the season as everyone became more comfortable on their skis. It is important that we hear from members on how to improve our programs for next year. We have emailed out a survey to those who took lessons this winter, please take a few minutes to provide feedback to the club.

Kouch Loppet March 8th Searching for snow this weekend? Consider a trip to Kouchibouguac. March 8th is the Kouch Loppet. If you are looking to book accomodation near Kouch, please check http://halifaxnordic.ca/membership/ as many locations offer special rates for Halifax Nordic members.

Honey Pot Loppet Many of our Halifax Nordic skiers were in Truro last week for the Honey Pot Loppet. Thanks Pierre for a very fun loppet again this year. The Honey Pot Loppet is hosted by the Arctic Fox Ski Club, in support of the NS XC Ski Team and the Bryan Scallion Memorial Society Fund. This is one of the oldest running Loppets in Nova Scotia - started by Bryan Scallion and Dianne Powell back in the 70's, with Fun and Honey to go for. They are happy to be working with Truro’s Recreation Department to host the Honeypot in the beautiful Victoria Park upper side. Over the next few years they are hoping to improve the trail system for those passionate for xc skiing. SPONSORS Truro Recreation Department - Facilities Paul Kittilsen's Apiary Hub Cycle Truro Helly Hansen Bike Monkey/ Ice Monkey Powell and Scallion Jennie Mae Roy Photography Leana Erin Todd RMT SPECIAL SHOUT-OUTS Susan Scharpegge - For the creation of the beautiful Medals Town of Truro - Brian for his dedication to grooming Halifax Nordic - For their support and technical assistance Leana Erin Todd - For offering post event massages

Trails this week Fantastic skiing at Dollar Lake this week. There has been very little snow in the city most of the winter, but remarkably, snow has stuck around on one or more trail,s enough that we have been able to groom. Be sure to keep checking for trail updates.

Halifax Nordic Fundraiser Supporting Nordiq Canada in the 100 Campaign

Consider supporting the club through our national fundraiser. We have partnered with Nordiq Canada, our governing body, to coordinate a fundraiser in which TAX RECEIPTS will be issued to donors. 95 % of the donation amount goes to the club and 5 % to cover administration cost. This is a great opportunity for HNSC to fundraise whilst its donors get a tax deduction. HNSC thanks you for your continued support and would like to recognize everyone's past contributions. MAKE SURE YOU SPECIFY HNSC as your donation choice. Thanks as always! Lorenzo HNSC President Click here to support Halifax Nordic's Fundraiser

Ways to volunteer with the club

We are looking for a range of volunteers to help us out. Looking to volunteer? We have many rolls: coaches, event volunteers, join the Halifax Nordic Board, grooming , etc. Send us an email and we would be happy to find a role for you.

Thank you to our club sponsors, we are grateful for your generous support of our club and growing the cross country ski community.

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