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Mike Palangio (front), John Huybers (back), Hugh Nelmes (photographer), Tim Olmstead (Equipment Operator) spend a weekend putting a new storage container into place beside the Biathlon Range. The purchase of the storage container was made possible by the Northern Development Initiative Trust.

Coming Up in a Glance


CNSC Board Meeting (Dec 2 from 6:30pm - 8:30pm) in the XC Tech Building *CLICK*

 

Community Coaching Course (Dec 7-8) in the Upper Lodge *CLICK*

NCCP L2T on Snow Coaching Course (Dec 13-15) in XC Tech Building *CLICK*

Cash/Cheque/Debit Day (Dec 14) in Ski Rental Office *CLICK*

Santa Ski (Dec 15) on ski trails and in Upper Lodge *CLICK*

Chocolate Race (Dec 17) in Stadium *CLICK*

Ski Prep Workshop (Dec 20-22) in XC Tech Building  *CLICK*


Chocolate Race (Dec 28) in Stadium *CLICK*

Winter Game Trials for our Zone (Dec 28-29) full Club *CLICK*
 

Keep an eye on our website for more upcoming events and activities.
 

Ski Lessons


 
New Jackalopes group available!  Beth Hillhouse and her daughter Lizie have generously volunteered to lead a Jackalopes group on Tuesday nights. Spread the word to the 9-12+ age kids in YOUR life!!
Go here to see more: https://www.caledonianordic.com/programs/jackalopes/161  

There is still lots of room in Turbos. (age 8-9 yrs who want to start sooner than January): https://www.caledonianordic.com/programs/jackrabbits_8-9/160  

CANSI Level 1 course offered here at CNSC. Jan 3-5 2020.  Early bird pricing till Dec 20. Are you interested in becoming a Nordic Ski instructor? Call Carolyn at the office or email schoolski@caledonianordic.com.  Want to register?
Please register online at cansi.ca/level-i-courses/  

We are also diligently working to have a sustained Masters program.  More to come!
 

Snow System Readied


Caledonia Nordic is excited to enter it's second season with snowmaking capabilities for the 2019/2020 season. With the new season quickly approaching, we'd thought we'd give you, our members and supporters, a breakdown of how snowmaking operations work at CNSC.

Our state of the art snowmaking system consists of a network of underground water lines and electrical cables that feed 5 hydrants throughout our XC and Biathlon stadium area. A large well feeds our pump station which is located next to our snowcat shop. The well and pump station are currently able to feed enough water to sustain our snowmaking efforts around the clock. We have two TechnoAlpin TR8 fan guns that are capable of turning approximately 350 litres of water per minute into that white fluffy stuff we love so much.

Obviously, snowmaking is very weather dependent. Our guns are capable of making snow at -2.5°C, but at that point we are running at 20%-30% efficiency.
Optimally, we look for a forecast below -6°C which will bring efficiency up to 50-60%, with no predicted spike in temperature that could cause our efforts to melt. 

The goal this year will be to lay down a ribbon of snow through the stadiums as early as weather allows us to get started, and then fill in the rest of the serviced area as temperatures allow. This will allow our members and athletes good early skiing as soon as possible.

Let's all do a dance for some colder temperatures as well as natural snow so we can get this season going!

If you have any snowmaking related questions, don't hesitate to email me, Mike Palangio at trailsmanager@caledonianordic.com.

Stay tuned for updates, and we'll be sure to let everyone know as soon as we fire up the guns.
 

 

Caledonia is the New Leader in
Membership Contest


Cross Country BC creates competition between the BC clubs for membership every year. Caledonia made an incredible effort passing first Larch Hills, then Sovereign Lake, and then squeaking by Telemark for first place! What's at stake? Prizes and bragging rights! Specifically, the club who wins the membership contest will win: 
  •  Rossignol is contributing fleets of kids ski packages (more than $10k worth)
  • Sovereign & SilverStar are throwing in a 3-day Supercamp spot ($575 value)
  • Nipika is giving away a Ski Getaway for Two, including 2 nights in a private cabin and private ski lesson ($835 value)
  • The Pinnacles Suites at SilverStar is giving away a 2-night stay for up to 8 people ($1230 value)
  • Fischer & Swix are contributing a classic package, a skate package, and tons of swag ($3000+ value)
  • Salomon is contributing sets of poles, ski bags, boot bags, hydration belts, and more
So! If CNSC wins the above in the Membership Contest, any people registered for a membership for before December 1, 2019 will be entered for the above prizes. Encourage your friends and family to
 
Members that registered before November 9, 2019 are entered to win one of: 
  • Double the Fun BC Punch Pass
  • Double the Fun BC Punch Pass
  • Shirt, vest and buff
We will let you know in our next newsletter the lucky recipient. 
Biathlon Canada recently certified five new Technical Delegates from CNSC. Congratulations to Pierre Beaudry, Sheldon Clare, Ian Hartley, John Neumann, and Tim Roots for becoming qualified as Biathlon Canada Technical Delegates. CNSC's developing pool of highly qualified officials is part of the enduring legacy of the 2015 Canada Winter Games. In addition, Shayne Hoehn also recently qualified as an IBU International Referee. 
 

Trivia


Did you read the last newsletter?
Because it is trivia time for your chance to be entered into a draw for a CNSC Toque

Who took the picture of the bear den? 

Email us at office@caledonianordic.com
 

Employment Opportunities


Join the team at Caledonia Nordic Ski Club. We currently have job postings for: 
.....Rental Staff
..
Find out more at JOB POSTINGS

We have filled the previous job postings. Join me in welcoming 
...Nateevah Sterling as the Office Manager
...Lanita Horning as the Program and Event Coordinator
...Leighton Pillipow as the Custodian

We are excited by our growing team!
We will spot light staff in the upcoming newsletters. 
 

Volunteer Opportunities


"Our volunteers are the heart and soul of CNSC"
 
Track Attack Lead Coach - An amazing experience leading a group of children transitioning from the Skills Development Program into racing. The focus is still on fun with an introduction to competitions. Think you are not qualified? We can help! There is an abundance of resources and support available. Great to have is the L2T coaching course (dryland and on snow). 

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Prince George, BC
V2L 4V3

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Prince George, BC
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