Whitehorse Daily Star

Mount McIntyre trail report for Thursday

Trail Report

By Whitehorse Star on February 4, 2011

Trail Report

Copper to Best Chance, Dog and Selwyn's Loop were groomed yesterday morning and are in excellent condition for classic and skating.

Most other trails have been groomed recently. Skating conditions are excellent.

Watch for overflow at the south end of the Lower Valley trail. The Mt. Mac Ascent trail is only recommended for experienced skiers at this time.

The Descent trail has some rough sections and is a shared trail. Take extra food and clothing. Carry a cell phone when skiing alone. Access to Dog Trail from the Mt. McIntyre Rec Centre is over the bridge and down Ketza Connector. Dogs are not allowed in the ski stadium.

There are several emergency supply caches located on the trail system. They are marked on the trail map. Please let us know when using any of the emergency supplies.

Day pass or membership required when skiing on any of the ski club trails. Passes are available at The Ski Base, at Mount McIntyre Recreation Centre.

Events, Program Information

Tuesday and Wednesday Jackrabbits meet from 3:30 p.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday Jackrabbits are from 1 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.

The Ski S'Cool program has started and takes place in the stadium until the end of February. The Air North Challenge started Feb. 1 and ends Feb. 28. Please register at the Ski Base.

Hours of Operation

Wax Room: Monday to Friday from 9 a.m. to 10 p.m. and Saturday and Sunday from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Lights: Monday to Friday from dusk until 9:30 p.m.

The Ski Base: Monday to Friday from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. and Saturday and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

For updated trail conditions and event information call the ski club information line at 668-7742, sponsored by Northwestel, or check the website, www.xcskiwhitehorse.ca – website by elviowebdesign.com.

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