Exploits Loppet

2021 Loppet cancelled-Covid

The Second Annual Exploits Loppet

We invite skiers of all abilities to join us for a fun day of skiing on the Exploits Nordic Ski Trails, Grand Falls-Windsor. You may ask, “What is a Loppet?”. It is simply a gathering of people who love to ski on a specifically groomed trail of various distances using either a classic technique or skating technique. The Loppet means different things to different participants. For some it’s competition, for others it’s an enjoyable way to take in some fresh air in the great outdoors and meet new skiers.

Our trails offer some great scenery, especially on the 7.5 km loop, and we are proud to showcase our new chalet where we will have some refreshments available and some small door prizes.

Event date: Saturday, March 7, 2020

Start 10 am - Finish 1 pm

• Skiers will have the option of doing a 5km,10km,15km and even a 20km distance ski in a non-competitive format. You can choose the combination of trails to achieve the desired distance. Example: 15 km = (2 x 7.5) OR (5.5 + 5.5 + 2.5 + 1.5)

• All skiers will start at the same time. Some skiers may have their watches set for a personal best, but this is not a timed event and there will be no placings or race categories. The objective of the event will be to challenge yourself at a pace of your choice and have fun. Feel free to take a break between laps and refuel as needed. There will be a fuel table in the stadium area with snacks and participants can leave a water bottle if desired. Encourage your friends and coworkers to participate with you.

Please Note:

• There will be no marshals on the trails.

• For non-members, day passes will be available for purchase.

• We will review the trail map at 9:40-9:45am in the chalet.

• Please be sure to register in the chalet before the event and log your total distance at the chalet when you are finished. There is no registration fee.

If these distances are too much for you, come out and do whatever you can. Just be sure to ski in the proper direction to avoid collision and congestion. All ages and abilities are welcome.

Registration: in person on the day of event, 45 mins to 15 mins before the start. Give yourself extra time if you require ski rentals.

Food (chili, stew etc) will be available for purchase in the chalet.

For out-of-town participants: if you are travelling from the East, you will take Exit 20 from TCH and turn left. If you are travelling from West, take Exit 20 from TCH and turn right. We are located on Scott Avenue.

HOPE TO SEE YOU THERE !!!!!

Check out maps of our Trails