After several years of hiatus, InuvikSA国际影视传媒檚 Ski Club is officially back in operation.
A few brave skiers took to the trails on a chilly -33C afternoon Jan. 30 to test out the freshly groomed trails, which run throughout the hills of Inuvik.
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The last time the ski club was in operation was in 2018 when they held the 50th Top of the World Loppet.
With the ski season already half-done, the club wonSA国际影视传媒檛 be offering the entire range of services it once did SA国际影视传媒� no Jackrabbit classes, for example. However, equipment rental will be offered at a first-come, first-served basis and lights will be kept on up to the tunnel.
Informal programming such as a family day on the weekend are being planned to fill the gap. Members who own their own skis will be able to access the chalet off hours by way of a special code and will be responsible for sanitizing the building before they leave.
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One thing that will be different for skiers this year is the chalet SA国际影视传媒� normally a popular place to gather and socialize, the building will be limited to six people at a time and primarily used for changing to keep in line with Covid-19 restrictions.
Another thing Hunter noted skiers should be prepared for is the low snowpack this year. Normally the region gets at least another foot or two of snow by this point, so many of the trails may have roots or other obstructions that will need to be navigated.
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Regardless, Hunter said the club was open and renting equipment for all. An adult pass for the season will cost $75 SA国际影视传媒� $60 for Youth and Elders, and a day pass will cost $10. Ski rental are $10 and a family pass is $125.
