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June 2010 Newsletter || Sept 19, Golf at Hillside Beach || Sept 26, Zip Lining in the Pembina Valley || Oct. 3 - Hunt Lake Hike || Oct. 24 - Open House || Winter Program coming soon

Winter Program 2009-10 | Club newsletters for members | Membership Etiquette | Stretching | Wpg. Parks Ski Trails | Compass reading tutorial | Sponsors | Manitoba trail report | Sample newsletter | Club photos | Giants Ridge | Banff trail conditions | Kananaskis trail report | | Join the club | Trip registration forms | Club Classified Ads | What members are doing | Contact us

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  • About the club Formed in 1975...
  • Why join? Keep physically fit, enjoy outdoors & meet new friends...
  • Our Activities are ...x-c sking, hiking, roller blading & paddling...
  • Club Members Who are they?
  • Ski Trips Chartered buses take us ...
  • Hiking...we take you near and far...
  • Membership ...at reasonable rates.
  • Need more info?
  • Club History
  • Sign me up! .....to our Registration Form. (pdf)
  • Club Executive
  • Club Policy Guidelines
  • Club Constitution (pdf)
  • Trip waver form
  • Ski Links that could be of interest to you! (photo: Pinawa - Feb 2006)

  • ABOUT THE CLUB

    Since 1975 the Charleswood Ski Club has provided Winnnipeg and the surrounding area cross country skiers an opportunity to meet one another, share experiences, and ski in small groups rather than alone. The club caters to skiers of all skill levels. Our membership is comprised of families and individuals of all ages and abilities.

    Ski lessons by certified ski instructors are arranged early in the ski season (hill and skill review) to encourage beginners to learn the basics, and allow experienced skiers to tune up their technique.

    In November there is a ski seminar. A Club Newsletter is published approximently eight times a year to inform members of events. But that's not all. We also have fair weather activities, such as, hiking, canoeing, and in-line skating.

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    PEOPLE JOIN TO...


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    OUR ACTIVITIES

  • The Club organizes day trips on Saturdays or Sundays throughout the ski season.
  • Bus trips, for a day or weekend offered for a minimal charge.
  • Free skill review sessions for classic and skate sking offered early in the season.
  • Ski lessons for beginner and intermediate skiers available for an additional fee.
  • Social events organized throughout the year.
  • Canoeing, hiking and rollerblading offered in the summer.
  • Newsletter is distributed to keep members informed and up-to-date on Club activities.
  • Handy membership directory provided to facilitate communication between members.
  • Membership in Cross Country Ski Association of Manitoba (CCSAM) enabling members to support the cross-country ski movement in the province. Cross-country sking is an excellent form of exercise and becomes a festive occasion when shared with friends. That's what the Club is all about. We provide the opportunity to get out regularly and meet people who have common interests.

    If you're interested in sking, hiking, rollerblading or social events, then you're looking in the right place. Please read on, we're sure you'll be interested in a more detailed explanation of our activities.

    Our main activities are cross-country sking, and hiking. It is generally known that these sports compliment each other. By participating, you have something to look forward to all year round. This is your invitation to join a group of people who keep active, exercise, and like to have fun.

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    CLUB MEMBERS

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  • Our members are ski buddies who can share a fresh snowfall or a fire-side tale.

  • Hiking buddies to chat with on leisurely trails, to encourage you on the energetic trek, or just to share memories of the great outdoors. All this has enticed over 150 members to join the Club and get involved in our diverse range of activities. (photo: Spruce Woods Prov. Park)

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    SKI TRIPS

    Ski hut Chartered buses take us to snow country for a day or a weekend. We visit traditional spots in Pinawa, Grand Beach, Spruce Woods, Pumpkin Creek, and out of province ski areas at Giants Ridge, Minnesota. A typical day tour begins in Winnipeg at a central meeting place. Once you load your equipment on the bus you can catch some quiet time, or chat with friends, while the bus takes you safely and comfortably to ski country. Once at the ski area, some members try to cover as many kilometres as possible, while others are just happy to ski at a more leisurely pace. After a full day of enjoying the trails, fresh air and camaraderie, there's no need to worry about a long drive home. Just board the bus, put your seat back and savour the wonderful feeling that only comes from a day of fresh air and exercise. Join in on the fun and good times as the snacks make the rounds. (photo: Spruce Woods Prov. Park)


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    HIKING

    The club hikes to local areas which include Birds Hill Park, The Whiteshell and Grand Beach in Manitoba.

    Most of our hikes are suitable for all ages and offer varying degrees of distances and difficulties.

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    MEMBERSHIP


    * Membership Fees before Oct 30 (2009 / 2010)
    Membership Fee
    Family
    (includes parents and all family members 18 years and under)
    $50.00
    Single $30.00

    * After Oct 30, single - $40, family $60.

    Note: Annual Membership expires October 30

  • Sign me up! .....Click here to go to our Registration Form.

    FOR MORE INFORMATION

    Call Edie at 204-888-5911

    email: robbail@mts.net

    SKI LINKS


    Compass reading tutorial
    Beginners Guide to Cross Country Ski Equipment & Clothing
    Cross Country Ski Association of Manitoba (CCSAM)
    Cross Country Skier Magazine
    Canadian Ski Council
    Sandilands Ski Club
    Westman Wilderness Club
    Get Off Your Butt and Ski
    www.canadatrails.ca


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    updated on 2008.01.04