The Iron Springs loop is my favourite cross-country ski trail at West Bragg Creek. Lots of ups and down and twists and turns to keep it fun and interesting.
Iron Springs Loop at WBC
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Rummel Lake Ski
Rummel Lake is a classic Kananaskis ski tour. Low avalanche danger makes it the ideal location all winter long.
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Gypsum Ridge – Mellow & Steep
Gypsum Ridge is an excellent ski for those tricky high avalanche hazard days. A great day out with steep turns through tight trees.
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Confessions of a World Cup Racing Newbie – Part Three
This is the Third and final part of my time volunteering for the Lake Louise Alpine Ski World Cup Race. Surprisingly, there is STILL more to learn and do on the final three days.
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Confessions of a World Cup Racing Newbie – Part Two
This is the second installment of my adventures volunteering for my very first World Cup Alpine Ski Race at Lake Louise. Lots of work, and lots to learn. Every day is something new.
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Confessions of a World Cup Racing Newbie
This is my first time volunteering for the Lake Louise Alpine Ski World Cup Race, an international competition broadcast around the world. Many people were enjoying seeing the races through my uninitiated eyes, so I thought I would share my week with you.
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Banff Backpack – Shadow Lake to Vista Lake
Day Three of my Banff backpack is from Shadow Lake, past Gibbon Pass, Twin Lakes and Arnica Lake. I finally end at Vista Lake and then finish on Highway 93 south.
