SNOWSHOEING ADVENTURE
 Elk Lake offers snowshoeing fun
Yes, snowshoeing has some advantages over skiing. "The idea of walking downhill instead of zipping down on skis just seems wrong. But as we found our pace trekking up hill away from the parking lot, striding past skiers who were scraping..." Read on
XC SKIING
Gliding into Nirvana
A few great places to  cross-country ski. Nordic skiing has become one of my favourite activities during our wonderful winters as it provides me with the space and place to relaign my psyche and physical self. Read on.
PHOTO TIPS
Winter brings out photography opportunities that are quite unique and completely  different
from the rest of the seasons. There are so many unusual and unique
designs available from the newly fallen snow and frozen water. Learn
also to recognize what photography opportunities might be available
based on the type of day that it is. Read on
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SNOWBOARDING SKILLS
Problem: Straight Legs, leaning back ![]()
Solution: The rider has less leverage and less range of motion. It takes twice as much energy to lift the toes and press against the snow with the toe edge. With bent knees, the rider engages all the leg muscles against gravity instead of overusing the calf muscle. Read on
BOOK NOOK
Each year millions of people venture into the world’s beautiful but
unpredictable  wilderness, and thousands of them encounter unexpected
natural dangers and disasters. Randy Gerke's Outdoor Survival Guide provides
the most practical information and everything readers need to create a
sensible survival plan and be prepared for any hazardous situation. Read on
ALPINE SKI
Take the guesswork out of ski boot fittings
Have you seen that wonderful Steve McQueen/Dustin Hoffman movie, Papillion? Remember the scene where McQueen escapes, I believe for the second time, and we are led to think it is successful? Read on.
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ADVENTURE CALENDAR
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September 2010 |
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UPCOMING EVENTS
Blitz Duathlon 4km - 20km - 4kmSeptember 18, 2010 Join us for the 2nd annual Blitz Duathlon in beautiful Bragg Creek, AB September 18, 2010. Same course as last year: 4km trail run - 20km road bike - 4km trail run. Great prizes and BBQ to follow the race!
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