Links

Nordic Ski Related Organizations

International Ski Federation (FIS): includes news and results from grass skiing, to roller skiing, and of course cross country skiing
https://www.fis-ski.com 

Nordiq Canada: news, results, and info about cross country skiing across the country
https://nordiqcanada.ca/

Cross Country Ontario (CCO): news, results, and info about cross country skiing from the province, including our Southern Ontario Division
https://xcskiontario.ca/

Canadian Masters Ski Association: when grey hair creeps in and saggy skin develops, people call you a fossil and make jokes about Depends; luckily as a skier above 30 (Men) or 35 (Women), they call you a Master; they have their own association with news and information about events
http://www.canadian-masters-xc-ski.ca

 

Nordic Ski Resorts (Southern Ontario)

Highlands Nordic, Duntroon

Early in the season and during marginal snow conditions in Waterloo, Highlands Nordic gets ski enthusiasts going. It is a full service cross-country ski area with a pro shop, ski rentals, a cafeteria, and superbly groomed ski trails for both classic and skate skiing. It is always worth the drive for a nice day out of town.
For more information you can visit their website at https://www.highlandsnordic.ca/

Hardwood Hills: located between Barrie and Orillia, it features many trails, a pro shop and mountain biking in the summer; 2 hours and 15 minutes from Waterloo
https://hardwoodhills.ca 

Horseshoe Valley: located between Barrie and Orillia, it features old school trails on the North Side and great skating trails on the South Side; adjacent to a downhill skiing resort; 2 hours and 15 minutes from Waterloo
https://www.horseshoeresort.com

 

Nordic Ski Equipment Retailers (Southern Ontario)

Adventure Guide: Waterloo’s local outdoors retailer.  Adventure Guide stocks a range of products for a wide variety of outdoor activities.  They have a moderate selection of recreational level Nordic ski equipment.
https://advguide.com/

Skiwax.ca: This company is owned and operated by Andy Shields, a former WRNSC member. He grew up skiing with our club, rising through the Jackrabbit and Junior programs, before attending the Thunder Bay Training Centre. He eventually represented Canada at the World Junior, World U23, and Senior World Cup races. While Andy now lives in Thunder Bay, he continues to support WRNSC and we encourage you to check out his site. WRNSC Members receive an exclusive discount.
Shop online at: https://skiwax.ca

Velotique: your premier choice and a great partner of the club; this family owned store has everything you need for nordic skiing; it is located in the Beaches in Toronto; 1 hour and 30 minutes from Waterloo if you avoid the rush hour
https://velotique.com 

Highlands Nordic, Duntroon

Early in the season and during marginal snow conditions in Waterloo, Highlands Nordic gets ski enthusiasts going. It is a full service cross-country ski area with a pro shop, ski rentals, a cafeteria, and superbly groomed ski trails for both classic and skate skiing. It is always worth the drive for a nice day out of town.
For more information you can visit their website at https://www.highlandsnordic.ca/

 

Select Nordic Ski Clubs (Ontario)

While Ontario has many clubs, we have selected a few that are key in Southern Ontario and added a few other noteworthy ones. Cross Country Canada has the complete list on their site.

Mono Nordic (Orangeville): Our neighbour has its own trails, is very active and hosts the Mono Nordic Races for all ages in January.
http://mononordic.com 

Bruce Ski Club: located near Wiarton, the club has its own set of trails and they host the annual Sawmill Race in February which is a great event for Jackrabbits and others new to racing.
http://bruceskiclub.ca 

Arrowhead Nordic: located at Arrowhead Provincial Park near Huntsville, their trails are picturesque and open to all. They host the Muskoka Loppet in January, which is splendid.
http://arrowheadnordic.ca 

Georgian Nordic: just outside of Parry Sound, the club’s trails are gently rolling through the Canadian Shield with birches and confierous trees dotting the scenery; they host the Sounders Tour on an annual basis.
http://georgiannordic.com 

Haliburton Highlands Nordic: is true to its name and is located in the village of Haliburton with trails near the college; the trails are fun and hilly in sections, but access to the entire Haliburton trail netweork nearby offers additional variety.
http://skihaliburton.com 

XCOttawa: has a terrific webpage about skiing in the Ottawa Region, especially Gatineau Park, and the team has WRNSC alumni Megan McTavish and Anna Geiger-Whitlock
http://www.xcottawa.ca 

 

Nordic Special Interest

Masterskier.com: U.S. based but has lots of info on loppets, training, other industry worthy news geared towards those who are closer to mastering the sport
http://www.masterskier.com