Raven, Coyote, Whisky Jack and Lower Valley were groomed Wednesday. Classic is good on those trails. Skating may be slow and is not advised on Lower Valley beyond the Valley Link. Copper was groomed earlier in the week and is good for classic or skating to the Gravel Pit.

World Cup five-kilometre, Monique Waterreus, Chalet Trail, 7.5K, Powerline, Selwyn's Loop, Pierre Harvey and Upper Valley are still good for skating and classic. All lit trails are good.

Sarah Steele outer and blue loops are packed but more snow is needed to set a classic track. All other trails are fair to good with some dirt showing through. Rock skis are still advised. If skiing the World Cup 10K it is recommended to walk down the S-Bend.

McIntyre Ascent and Descent are good but there are drifted sections. Experienced skiers only should attempt the Ascent Trail. Take extra food and water and extra wind layers for the Descent. Always watch for snowmobiles on the Descent as it is a shared trail.

Skiers with dogs may park in the Mt McIntyre parking lot, Hamilton Boulevard parking area and at the Canada Games Centre. If parking at the Canada Games Centre, you are requested to stay to the left of the fencing in the stadium. Please use the plastic bags provided at trailheads and clean up after pets.

Wax suggestions

Rex Special green. If more grip needed use Rode Green.

Events and program information

Lessons and programs are offered by Aurora Ski School, Performance Ski School and The Ski Base. Call the club office for more information.

The 15-kilometre Time Trial is Dec. 12 at 11:30 a.m. and the Sportees Sprints is Dec. 27.

Hours of operation

The Wax Room is open Monday to Friday 9 a.m. to 10 p.m., Saturday and Sunday 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. the lights on Monday to Friday dusk until 9:30 p.m.

The Ski Base is open Monday to Friday 10 a.m. to 9 p.m., Saturday and Sunday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

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

Submitted by the Whitehorse Cross Country Ski Club