Amazing Trees Along the Sawmill Ski Trails

Amazing Trees Along the Sawmill Ski Trails

by Martin Kerr Trees in some ways are like people or snowflakes in that no two are exactly the same, and the Sawmill Nordic Centre trails have their share of strange ones (trees I mean!). This first picture is of a pair of Scotch pine trees that appear to be joined at...
Ski Races: Get Your Bib On!

Ski Races: Get Your Bib On!

If you’ve ever thought about entering a ski race or watching one, it doesn’t get any easier than the Suntrail Special, and February 11th is the day to do it. Now entering its 23rd year, the Suntrail Special is the most affordable, easiest to get to, most fun and laid...
Off-Trail Nordic Ski Training Options

Off-Trail Nordic Ski Training Options

by Barbara Gray It has recently been brought to the club’s attention that there are other off snow options for nordic ski training when you can’t get to the trails. Owen Sound Fitness and Training and the YMCA of Owen Sound Grey Bruce both have obtained a new piece of...
Busy Racing Season for Georgian Bay Nordic

Busy Racing Season for Georgian Bay Nordic

by Marilyn Suke Now in the middle of our busy racing season. Some Georgian Bay Nordic highlights include: Joel Zandvliet and Sarah Groh being chosen to race at Ontario Winter Games in February. Many podium finishes by our Pee Wee and Midget skiers in the Southern...
100 Children Taking Part in Jackrabbits This Year

100 Children Taking Part in Jackrabbits This Year

by Mark Avery and Jason MacDonald We are now at the half-way point of our Jackrabbit lessons! We have had a tremendous turnout this year with 100 skiers taking part! It truly is great to see so much interest in ‘our’ sport. Having so many skiers is great but also...