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Skilifte Cape Smokey in ca. 1,5 Std.Entfernung
Sie brauchen aber gar nicht zu fahren, sondern es hat auch seinen Reiz, direkt vom Haus aus z.B. am Strand entlang zu wandern, mit Langlaufskiern durch die Wälder zu fahren. Manchmal, wenn es richtig kalt ist, kann man auf dem Eis herüber zu den Inseln laufen, sollte sich aber vorher gut erkundigen
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Das Canada CNN Money Magazin hat Nova Scotia unter die 12 Top Urlaubsziele für 2003 gewählt
When CNN/Money Magazine travel writers picked Nova Scotia among the top 12 vacation spots in 2003 they focused international attention on the uniqueness of our beautiful province. But they didn't tell the whole story. They didn't mention that Nova Scotia is fast becoming the winter vacation destination of choice for discerning tourists- especially upscale European visitors. Where else are convenience of access, unparalleled value, warm hospitality and personal, experiential opportunities so evident? Nova Scotia is THE Canadian winter holiday destination, and the beautiful North Shore area has it all. vacation spots in 2003
Skigebiete: 25 Min nordwestlich von Truro:
http://www.skiwentworth.ca/photogallery.html
Für weitere winter sports activities bitte folgende Links probieren:Sea SpraySea Spray Outdoor Adventures Phone (902) 383-2732 (ungefähr 2.30 hours Fahrt)
bietet geführte Touren on-track und/ oder back country day trips. Ebenso geführte Schneeschuhtouren (snow shoe tours) ins Hinterland. Beginn Abfahrtski von November bis April
Ski Cape Smokey Cape Breton 902-285-2778, 1-800-564-2040 (ungefähr 2.30 Std. Fahrt)
Ingonish Beach. Längeste Tour in Nova Scotia: 2.2 km (1.4 mi). Vertical rise: 303 m (1,000 ft). Lifts:1 Quad Chair Lift,1 Platter Lift. Snowmaking, ski school. Scenic lift rides in summer. VS, MC, DD. ski@nscn.ns.ca; 285-2778; 1-800-564-2040. Keine Abfahrt diesen Winter
Ski Ben Eoin Cape Breton 902-828-2804, 902-828-2222 (ungefähr 2.30 hours Fahrt)
Rte 4, Ben Eoin.11 runs: längste Abfahrt 1300 m (4200 ft). Vertical rise:149 m (490 ft). Lifts:1 Rope Tow,1 Poma,1 Doppelmayer Quad Chaic Night skiing; ski school. Equipment rentals, sales S&127 repairs. Cross -country skiing, snowboard park. Open Dec 15 to Apr 1, daily 9am-10pm. VS, MC, DD. kfmacinn@syd.auracom.com ; 828-2804; 828-2222 ski report; fax 828-2550.
or details about Ben Eoin Ski developing and trails
Ski Martock (Wintersportaktivitäten und Kurse)
North Highland Nordic Ski Trail A15
Cape North. Trailhead at Northern Victoria Community Centre. Total length of trails: over 17 km (10.5 mi) of groomed and ungroomed trails. Rentals, waxing room, instructional clinics. It's probably by far the best cross country ski facility in Nova Scotia, and has hosted a number of national and regional events. It's last scheduled event is March 17.
Open Dec 15 to Apr 15. nhn@cabot-trail-outdoors.com
Cape Breton Highlands National Park B14-B15
Black Brook Loops-3 km,1.5 km, 0.5 km; Mary Ann Falls-24 km retum; Warren Lake 3 km return; Gold Mine-9 km return; all groomed, tracked, renovated. Back country wilderness skating. Touring trails, overnight ski camping cabins, warm-up shelters, waxing hut (electricity, wood stoves); winter camping. Groomed trail fees. 285-2691.
Ski-Tuonela D15
St Ann's.10 km (6 mi) past Gaelic College on Cabot Trail.15 km (9 mi) groomed woodland trails; some challenging hills. Telemark Hill Sz 125-m (400-ft) serviced by ski tow; 4km ski to lodge. Open Dec to Apr. tuonela@syd.auracom.com; 929-2144
A good information souce is the Nova Scotia administrator for cross country skiing, Ike Whitehead. Reach him at canoens@sportns.ns.ca (He's alsothe administrator for canoeing and kayaking.)