Start Date: November 22, 2025

End Date: March 7, 2026

Schedule: Saturdays, 10:00am – 12:00pm

Location: Mt Evergreen Ski & Recreation Area

Equipment Rentals: $50.00 per season (equipment only available during program time)

Cost: $145 per season

The second level of our programming is the “FUNdamentals” stage of development. It has been developed in parallel with the National Coaching Certification Program (NCCP). Program materials include an enrollment kit, special toque and an illustrated booklet that tracks levels of achievement. The objective is for children to learn basic cross-country ski skills, including classic and skating styles and to instill a lifelong interest in the sport. Participants will develop the basics of agility, balance, coordination and speed, as well as good ski technique habits, fun and fitness. This is a 14 session (28 instructional hour) program.  For more information contact [email protected]

Equipment: Jackrabbits are required to come to sessions with classic skis, and boots (poles not used until later in programming). Season equipment rental available for $50 per season (to be used during scheduled lessons only). As equipment sizes are limited, availability based on first come, first serve basis.

Cold Weather Policy: Coaches will cancel lessons if the weather is colder than -25 C or -28 C with a wind chill and indoor programming for that lesson can not be arranged. Please contact your coach if you are unsure whether your lesson will be cancelled.

This program is is not currently being offered by KNBC.

Session 1 of 3: Let’s Roll:

Start Date: September 3 – October 23, 2025

Days/Times: Wednesday 5:30 – 6:30 pm & Saturday 1:00 – 2:00 pm

Duration: 15 lessons / 20 hours

Venue(s): Mt Evergreen Ski & Recreation Area / Various community locations

Cost: $150 per session + $15 for high vis vest (non-negotiable)/$465 for season (3 part series)

Coaching Staff: Jackie Hummelbrunner, Ursula Larsson, Angela Bajt and Andrea Clemmens

Description: “Let’s Roll” is an 8 week fall fitness and skill-based training session geared to improving skate ski technique and ski related fitness – open to ages 10+ yrs.  Prior Skate Ski experience an asset but not required. All skill levels will be supported.  Prior to session start date, participants are highly encouraged to begin working on baseline fitness (cardio, strength, balance): jogging, hiking, biking, swimming, etc. All fitness levels will be accommodated. Sessions to be held in at multiple community venues throughout – daily venue will be chosen to support the targeted lesson and weather of the day.

What to Expect: Skill development activities will include pole walking, bounding, video analysis and review, introduction to and development of roller ski technique (skate).  Possibility to use biking as a cross training activity to build strength, cardio and balance.

Equipment: you will need: pole-walking poles (shorter in length – find info here), Skate length poles (with Carbide Tips – see how-to info below), bike helmet, running shoes, skate or combi boots (SNS binding required – club loaners available), bright neon/fluorescent orange clothing, dress in layers, gloves and eyewear as required, water and snack for each session. Roller Skis provided by the club.  SNS boots also provided for those without this binding type as it is required for out roller ski fleet.  Knee pads and wrist guards are optional and some are available through club equipment.

Coaches available to assist with sourcing equipment items as needed.

Cold Weather Policy: Coaches will cancel lessons if the weather is colder than -25 C or -28 C with a wind chill and indoor programming for that lesson can not be arranged. Please contact your coach if you are unsure whether your lesson will be cancelled.

Before you arrive: Changing snow baskets to carbide tips for Roller Skiing (I have had success with regular glue gun glue and a regular hair dryer on high heat – I also boil water an soak my pole tip in a coffee mug instead of a heat gun – works great!): click here. Carbide tips are available at the Hardware Co, Kenora & other reputable XC Ski shops (make sure you know your diameter). Ordering ahead recommended.

Snow Matter What: Session 2 of 3

Dates: November 12^th  – December 20^th, 2025

Days: Wednesday 5:30 pm – 6:30 pm (60 min) & Saturday’s 1:00 – 2:30 pm (90 min)

Number of sessions: 12 lessons; 15 hours of instruction

Venue: KNBC Trails, Mt Evergreen Ski & Recreation Area

Fee: $150.00

Coaching Staff: Jackie Hummelbrunner, Ursula Larsson, Angela Bajt and Andrea Clemmens

Description: “Snow Matter What” is named after that precarious time of year for skiers when we eagerly await snow.  Regardless of snow – there is so much we can do to get ready for the ski season – “Snow Matter What!”  This session of the series will work with what mother nature brings in order to get on skis as early in the season as possible and will support participants to transition from dryland and roller ski training to on snow skate-ski skill building. Although participation in the Let’s Roll session is not mandatory, this session builds on skills and knowledge developed in this previous session.

What to Expect: Dryland workouts, training room fitness (Mt Evergreen Chalet) and video review/analysis will be utilized throughout while on-snow conditions evolve.

Equipment: indoor and outdoor workout clothing/footwear, skate ski boots/skis/poles (i.e. snow tips and baskets), water and snack for every session.

Let’s Glide!: Session 3 of 3

Dates: Jan 7^th -Feb 19, 2026

Days: Wednesday 5:30 pm – 6:30 pm (60 min) & Saturday’s 10:00 – 12:00 pm (120 min)

Number of sessions: 13 lessons; 19 hours of instruction

Venue: KNBC Trails, Mt Evergreen Ski & Recreation Area

Fee: $150.00

Coaching Staff: Jackie Hummelbrunner, Ursula Larsson, Angela Bajt and Andrea Clemmens

Description: Synonymous with “Let’s Ride” and get this show on the road, “Let’s Glide” is an on-snow session offering participants skill development in both the classic and skate ski techniques to maximize glide and minimize effort through improved technique. Lesson plans will be determined by weather or requested areas of focus. Participants will learn the following skate techniques: Offset (V1), One Skate (V2), Double Skate (V2), Free Skate and Double Pole technique. Classic technique will include stretching the diagonal stride (glide), conquering hills (up & down) and double poll technique. Race instruction included upon request.

What to Expect: All sessions will be outdoor. Indoor programming will be offered when session temperatures are unsafe/less desirable (i.e.. Video review, waxing, nutrition, etc.). Participants must be prepared for all types of weather. See www.skikenora.ca website for additional details and cancellation policy. This session will incorporate “special guests” to broaden participants awareness of cross country ski experiences available to them.

Equipment: classic skis/boots/poles, skate skis/boots/poles, ski wax (grip, glide), outdoor ski clothing. Access to equipment is not a barrier to participating however advance notice required if access to equipment is needed. Equipment rental fee will apply.

NOTE: Cross Country skiing is a lifelong sport that can be enjoyed at all ages and abilities. KNBC is invested in removing barriers to participation. Transportation challenges to/from training session is not a barrier to participation.  Opportunity to identify transportation challenges is included in the registration process.  Please indicate any other barriers to participation you may anticipate and every effort will be made to ensure your participation is supported.

Back for the 2025-26 season!

Snow sessions only– November 29 (contingent on snow) until snow goes!

Every Tuesday evening 6-7:30pm Saturday 10-12

for more information please contact [email protected]

COST: $120.00

The Adult program is peer-led group of skiers who love to be outside no matter the weather. If you love skiing and want some incentive in the company of other ski lovers, come on out.

We coordinate skate ski and classic ski sessions twice a week with the goal of having fun, being active outside, learning from each other and increasing our fitness. Group activities include full moon potluck skis, ski bingo challenge and other fun activities to keep things interesting when the temperatures drops. For all levels and goal seekers, come make some friends in a supportive environment of ski enthusiast.

This program is an individualised-introductory program geared to youth participants with visual or physical disability interested in trying cross country skiing. The program is offered per request and based on coaching availability. Sit ski equipment is available for trial through the generous granting of funds offered by the Kenora Foundation and KNBC. Support to source additional equipment available. For more information regarding para nordic contact [email protected]

Equipment: Sit Ski demo equipment available for loan.  Loan of rental classic ski package also available for lessons.

Cost: TBA

No experience necessary.  Three six-week sessions offered on Thursdays.

Start Date:

SESSION 1: October 23, 2025 – November 6, 2026

SESSION 2: Dec 11,18 & January 8, 15, 22 & 29, 2026

SESSION 3: February 5, 12, 19, 26 & March 5, 12, 2026

Time: Thursday’s; YOUTH: 5:00-6:15 pm / ADULT: 6:30 – 8:00 pm

Location: Lake of the Woods Gun Club, Highway 596, Gun Club Road

Cost: $120 per 6 week SESSION with club equipment (rifle/ammunition) / $50 per 6 week SESSION with your own equipment

All participants are strongly encouraged to also participate in a KNBC Ski Program as these sessions focus mainly on the shooting component of the sport.

All biathlon Members must purchase Biathlon Canada membership separately: Biathlon Canada

Lake of the Woods Gun Club Membership encouraged for all. Mandatory for those with own or personal rented rifles: Lake of the Woods gun Club

Youth Biathlon Ages 10+

The biathlon program teaches the basic skills of biathlon in a safe and fun environment. The overall aim is to build confidence with skiing and shooting skills and provide a fun introduction to fitness for life. No skiing experience is necessary to join. This program is designed to develop the enjoyment of biathlon focusing on team building and having fun, while improving skiing and shooting skills. Time and location: Thursdays October 23rd–March 12th 5:00-6:15 PM, the program takes place at Lake of the Woods gun Club and is divided into 3 sessions of 6 weeks each. $120/ session,which includes use of rifle and ammunition. $50/session if athletes owns their own equipment.

Adult Biathlon Program

Europe loves biathlon! And you will too. come and learn all about this winter sport that combines cross-country skiing and rifle shooting. For all levels. Previous nordic ski experience is not needed, although it is recommended. Consider joining our small but mighty community for a fun winter season.

Thursdays October 23rd–March 12th 6:30-8pm divided into 3 sessions of 6 weeks each. $120/ session which includes use of rifle and ammunition. $50/session if athletes owns their own equipment.

For more information contact:[email protected]