2019-2020 Biathlon Reflections
While race season seems like another world ago, our season was rudely cut short, let’s take some time and reflect back on some of the highlights. In February, four Foothills athletes represented Canada at international biathlon events. Naomi Walch,...
Owls Invading Confederation Park
Beautiful OWL! Owls could be heard cheering on the skiers during Foothills Programs throughout the season. Skiers young and old enjoyed the owls hoots and sightings. It is believed the owls enjoyed watching the skiers as well. Photo by Chris...
Finalist in Nordiq Canada Toque Design Contest from Foothills
Foothills JR+ member, Melanie Holmes has been chosen as a finalist in Nordiq Canada’s 2021 Jackrabbit toque design contest. Melanie’s design was inspired by our Confederation Park owls that have been present for many lessons this year....
Cookie Race Merchandise Available until midnight March 8
Thanks to all the volunteers and participants for a wonderful 2020 Cookie Race. If you are still interested in the Cookie Race merchandise, it will be available for purchase until midnight, March 8 HERE All proceeds from sales go towards Foothills programming...
COOP Mini World Cup
On Saturday March 21st, while the World Cup races are going on, we will host the Coop Mini World Cup. A participation based fun obstacle course for kids aged 5 – 12, open to all level of skiers. What time? 10:00 to 13:30 Where? Canmore Nordic Centre...
The Nordic Yoho Challenge is back!!
Come and join us for a social ski on some of the best Classic Nordic trails Yoho has to offer. February 15th, 2020. Meeting point is the Visitor Center in Field. Briefing time is 10:00am Option #1 (22kms): Classic ski to Emerald Lake and back to Field....
Snow Farming Volunteers Needed, Wednesday, January 29th at 6:30pm
Always looking for more snow farmers to help maintain trail conditions at Confederation Park. Here are details on what is involved: Move snow onto ski trails to build a base before grooming. Mostly shovelling, assisted by snowblower Snow farming co-ordinators:...