tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-53786580253291324022024-03-14T02:49:06.770-04:00Beaver Valley Nordic Ski Club2015 - 2016 - Now into our third season. Come and ski over 8 km of groomed track-set trails at the top of the beautiful Beaver Valley in Grey Highlands, Ontario.Unknownnoreply@blogger.comBlogger58125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5378658025329132402.post-24882733468875092016-01-29T19:59:00.003-05:002016-01-29T19:59:47.055-05:00Brand New WebsiteVisit and bookmark our brand new <a href="http://beavervalleynordicskiclub.ca/" target="_blank">website</a>. Thank you to Sea and Ski Realty in Kimberley for making it happen.Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5378658025329132402.post-57829344244785663612016-01-28T16:21:00.000-05:002016-01-28T16:36:20.681-05:00Jan. 28 UpdateSee trail conditions report to the right. Check out our new trail map from the menu.Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5378658025329132402.post-24000902770783277432016-01-22T15:40:00.001-05:002016-01-22T15:41:38.686-05:00Challenging Start to the 2015-2016 SeasonWith no snow to speak of until a week and a half ago, it has been a difficult season so far both for us and our partner, the Beaver Valley Ski Club. Trails were packed yesterday with a couple of snowmobiles and should be good this weekend for some backcountry-like skiing. We now have 8+ km of maintained trails.<br />
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If you are out on the trails, you will likely meet some volunteers busy adding to our improved signage and putting up some more flagging for the benefit of our new groomer. The goal is to have the trails track-set for next weekend. Think snow.<br />
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<br />Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5378658025329132402.post-1841370426050554572016-01-16T10:59:00.004-05:002016-01-16T11:04:33.458-05:00Trail Conditions January 16thDue to soft snow and rain yesterday, trails could not be packed as planned. The weather outlook for next week, of below freezing temperatures and snow every day, is promising. Once the weather turns colder, trails will be packed a couple of times and then track-set.Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5378658025329132402.post-84175855478588797772016-01-07T08:59:00.003-05:002016-01-07T08:59:38.129-05:00Happy 2016Wishing everyone a very happy 2016 and plenty of good xc ski days.<br />
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Unfortunately, we are off to a slow start this winter; to date there has been no grooming or track-setting because of lack of snow.<br />
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Membership is also tracking slowly - to be expected given the conditions. It is important however that you support Beaver Valley Nordic by joining or renewing your membership. Membership forms are available at the Kimberley General Store and can be dropped off there as well. Forms can also be downloaded from the menu above and mailed or dropped off.<br />
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<br />Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5378658025329132402.post-28087242490349694062015-03-07T11:04:00.003-05:002015-03-07T11:06:24.752-05:00CorrectionNo grooming yet. Refer to <i>Trail Conditions. </i>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5378658025329132402.post-3545996073539299042015-03-06T17:38:00.001-05:002015-03-06T17:41:17.595-05:00March SkiingI've got plans to head out on the trails this weekend before the temperatures warm up too much. What about you? Our amazing groomer, JT is track-setting Friday to get the trails in great shape. Maps and permissions have been replenished at the trailhead mailbox. If you haven't skied the new sections, now's your chance.Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5378658025329132402.post-43784894506855647912015-03-01T08:05:00.000-05:002015-03-01T08:05:10.855-05:00Nordic Trails March 1I got out skiing yesterday afternoon - just had to check out the new trails. I'm happy to say that all the new trails have been groomed and track-set and although I didn't ski the whole original loop, it appeared that everything had been groomed.<br />
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A little bit of friendly education seems to have had an impact as the only tracks we saw beside ski tracks were turkey, deer and we think probably coyote. We caught sight of an animal on the tracks ahead of us before it bolted into the bush. When we got to that spot we saw paw prints and some scat that was not deer poop.<br />
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A high of -6 C is forecast for this afternoon, just like yesterday. That <i>balmy </i>temperature combined with the sunshine makes for perfect conditions. Some wind but no significant drifting.<br />
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We xc skied in April last year. Let's hope for the same this year.<br />
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<span style="text-align: left;">There has been a higher incidence this winter of snowshoers walking on ski tracks. After our positive experience last year sharing the trails, this is a little unexpected. The sign shown here has been posted in a couple of high traffic areas and we will post more as needed.</span></div>
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<span style="text-align: left;">Snowshoers are often unaware of the needs of skiers and the labour involved in maintaining </span><span style="text-align: left;">the trails. </span><span style="text-align: left;">It is usually not a problem once they understand the situation.</span></div>
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Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5378658025329132402.post-13797969125722382015-02-07T07:55:00.001-05:002015-02-07T07:55:55.509-05:00Fresh PowderGrooming with all the new snow is challenging but conditions are great. I went out with JT yesterday afternoon on the "sled" to show him the new Homestead Loop (L) so it has been packed down. It will take a few more runs before it can be track-set. Let's hope for next weekend. It's nice for back country skiing and a bit easier now breaking trail.<br />
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While we were out we track-set the loop closest to the Trailhead (ABCM) called, for now, Trailhead Loop (L) and also the Northwest Passage (JK) back to the road allowance. Unless you're protected in the trees, it's difficult to tell the groomer has been on other sections of trail; nevertheless there is a good base and skiers may reestablish the tracks. There is potential for some track-setting this morning.<br />
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Some skiers have been reporting on the trails and I really welcome and appreciate your feedback.<br />
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Enjoy the day.Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5378658025329132402.post-41631758770637965522015-01-31T12:15:00.002-05:002015-01-31T12:15:28.870-05:00Saturday, January 31 - trail conditionsAt noon today, members report that trails are track-set, including the new ones, and conditions are great.Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5378658025329132402.post-26435802840528430272015-01-31T10:19:00.001-05:002015-01-31T10:19:08.596-05:00Rotary Ski-A-Round on February 14th<div class="eventDescriptionContainer" style="background: rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 0px; color: #333333; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; line-height: 15.6000003814697px; margin: 0px 0px 1em; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">
<b>Rotary Ski-A-Round Supports Camp Quality – February 14th</b></div>
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<span style="line-height: 15.6000003814697px;">Each year in February, the Rotary Club of Markdale sponsors a cross country Ski-A-Round </span></div>
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to raise funds for Camp Quality. There are six Camp Quality sites in Canada. Each has a</div>
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one-week camp for children with cancer or who have had cancer. A typical camp will have </div>
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fifty campers. A volunteer is assigned one-on-one with each camper. There is no </div>
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government funding so they rely on private and service club donations for their operation. </div>
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This year Ski-A-Round will also support the Oncology Clinic at the Owen Sound Hospital. </div>
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The Oncology Clinic provides care and support to cancer patients from the time of </div>
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diagnosis <span style="line-height: 15.6000003814697px;">through their treatment and follow up visits. Bring your skis (or snowshoes) and </span></div>
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<span style="line-height: 15.6000003814697px;">take County Road 12 East from Markdale, right on County Road 30 and left on the 9th Line </span></div>
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<span style="line-height: 15.6000003814697px;">to # 135091. BBQ and refreshments on site. This year the event takes place on February </span></div>
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<span style="line-height: 15.6000003814697px;">14th at 1:30 pm. </span></div>
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<span style="line-height: 15.6000003814697px;">Contact the Rotary Club of Markdale at 519-986-4516 or Ernie </span><span style="line-height: 15.6000003814697px;">Nicholls at 519-986-2309 </span></div>
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<span style="line-height: 15.6000003814697px;">for a pledge sheet.</span></div>
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<b style="line-height: 15.6000003814697px;">Pledge sheets are available in the black mailbox at the trailhead. Please support this </b></div>
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<b style="line-height: 15.6000003814697px;">worthwhile cause.</b></div>
Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5378658025329132402.post-36309302087597442922015-01-24T09:09:00.003-05:002015-01-24T09:09:52.153-05:00Trail JunctionsSome errors in trail junction signage have been corrected and more flagging has been added to new sections of trail.<br />
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Picture the trail area divided into quadrants with 4A running E-W and the Wodehouse Creek running N-S. There are two new loops one in the SW quadrant and one in the NW quadrant that have not been groomed but are worth checking out. The SW loop, tentatively called the Homestead Loop is well flagged from 4A. The NW trail, tentatively called the Northwest Passage, is marked with a "K" at 4A and with a "J" at the junction with the old ski trail. "J" is a little further south than before and the reroute has been well flagged.<br />
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<br />Unknownnoreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5378658025329132402.post-61757301039842994792015-01-16T08:30:00.003-05:002015-01-16T09:29:22.872-05:00Friday, January 16thThe 2014-15 trails are in good shape as is the new trail <b>C-M-B</b>. All have been groomed and track-set. You will need a map for this to make sense. Members' coloured maps are at the Kimberley General Store. Day-user b&w maps are in the black mailbox at the trailhead.<br />
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One new loop, tentatively called the Homestead Loop (<b>KL</b>) is well-flagged and brushed. As of late yesterday, it had not been groomed but would certainly be an enjoyable back-country ski, especially if you go with a group to take turns breaking trail.<br />
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The other new trail <b>J-K </b>(Northwest Passage) was brushed out last Saturday but has not been groomed as of late yesterday. Because of grooming needs we are rerouting the section of trail that connects with the old trail at <b>J. J </b>junction will be relocated hopefully before the weekend and the reroute well-flagged. Suggest that skiers and snowshoers avoid until the reroute is complete. Notice will be posted here.Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5378658025329132402.post-32660345399646152512015-01-10T08:38:00.002-05:002015-01-10T08:41:42.465-05:00Saturday, Jan. 10<ul>
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Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5378658025329132402.post-63653959586442818572015-01-08T11:03:00.002-05:002015-01-08T11:04:41.465-05:00Winter 2015Happy New Year and Happy Trails<br />
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We definitely have enough snow on our trails. Our grooming is done courtesy of the Beaver Valley Ski Club. I post the grooming report on this blog when I receive it.<br />
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<u>Members and guests of the Nordic Club could provide valuable information for other users by commenting here about conditions on the trails.</u><br />
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Current members who have not picked up their membership packages may do so at the Kimberley General Store. Guests (day-pass users) will find registration envelopes including a trail map in the black mailbox on the trailhead sign. The suggested donation rate is $6/person per day. Registration is a requirement of Cross Country Canada for insurance purposes.<br />
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I apologize for any inconvenience to you due to a lack of grooming information.Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5378658025329132402.post-7551131454724662562014-09-10T21:14:00.005-04:002014-09-10T21:14:59.586-04:00The Kimberley Forest Public Meeting #2For any skiers interested, the Friends of The Kimberley Forest are holding a second public meeting on Thursday, Oct. 2nd at 7:30 pm at the Kimberley Hall. The purpose of the meeting is to gather public opinion for the creation of a Management Plan for the area. For more information check here. If you are unable to attend, there will be other opportunities (TBA) for providing comments.Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5378658025329132402.post-61294048532021226012014-09-10T20:18:00.002-04:002014-09-10T20:19:53.430-04:00BVNSC Second Season Eagerly AnticipatedIs it time yet to think about waxing those skinny skis? The BVNSC plan for the winter ahead is to double the length of our existing trail network. We have a development permit application submitted to the NEC. We are two months ahead of last year's schedule so, fingers crossed, we anticipate approval before the start of the season. Looking forward to another amazing winter of xc skiing in the Valley.Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5378658025329132402.post-10611105692304406402014-03-02T12:08:00.002-05:002014-03-02T12:08:30.298-05:00Annual General MeetingThe AGM/Social will be held Saturday, March 15 at 4 pm at the Keg, Beaver Valley Ski Club. Go skiing or snowshoeing beforehand. Potluck - bring some "finger food".Unknownnoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5378658025329132402.post-45865629135164169842014-02-19T10:49:00.000-05:002014-02-19T10:49:27.335-05:00AGMThe March 8th date is on hold at present. We are confirming the venue. Please stay tuned.Unknownnoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5378658025329132402.post-72422015964139744172014-02-15T15:45:00.000-05:002014-02-15T15:45:00.675-05:00AGM and CelebrationWhat a first year we're having. Saturday, March 8, we'll be conducting a little business and celebrating our successes. Details to follow.Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5378658025329132402.post-19162161964006826782014-01-29T12:46:00.003-05:002014-01-29T12:47:14.663-05:00NEC Approval ConfirmedThe long wait is finally over. The Beaver Valley Nordic Ski Club has NEC approval confirmation. Cheers and sighs of relief! Pass it on.Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5378658025329132402.post-78297021440660140262014-01-15T16:00:00.003-05:002014-01-15T16:01:46.564-05:00Ski TourAn intrepid group of five skiers led by Stew Hilts ventured out on the trail this afternoon. Thanks JT for doing your best to groom and track-set the trail. In the trees there was enough snow to make skiing pleasant but in open areas the trails were very icy. Nevertheless we skied most of the route with the exception of the Conservation Land. We gingerly traversed down Jensen's Hill some on skis, some on foot. In conditions like today, skiing/walking is often the wisest course of action (not on the ski tracks of course). Despite the wind and the ice, skiers today enjoyed the trail and plan to come back hopefully with more forgiving conditions. As Ward said, it wasn't Greenland.Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5378658025329132402.post-37922732592098476972014-01-12T09:48:00.001-05:002014-01-12T09:48:16.967-05:00Grooming ReportsStill trying to streamline grooming reports and trail condition reports. Have seen the trail at the trailhead today but not skied it. Skiers, it would be very helpful if you shared any trail information with me so that I can pass it along, or post remarks on Facebook. Thanks for your help.Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5378658025329132402.post-1363409951526490412014-01-10T08:53:00.000-05:002014-01-10T08:54:12.004-05:00NEC Confirmation of NEC approval of the BVNSC cross country ski and snowshoe trails is still pending.Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0