Windsor Park Nordic Centre (WINDSORPARKNORDIC.CA)
WINNIPEG — The Windsor Park Nordic Centre will officially open its ski trails this weekend, debuting new snowmaking technology and facility upgrades.
The 2.5-km loop, made possible by community efforts and grants, will guarantee reliable skiing conditions despite weather fluctuations.
A ribbon-cutting ceremony at 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, December 7 will celebrate the 15-year vision of the late Brent Bottomley, who championed the project but passed away in 2018. The centre, open daily, offers 10 km of lit trails, rentals, lessons, and refreshments for skiers of all levels.
“We are very excited to invite everyone to come ski with us so early in the season,” said Karin McSherry, executive director of the Cross Country Ski Association of Manitoba.
“Brent’s dream was to create a full-service Nordic ski facility for competitive and recreational skiers alike just minutes from downtown Winnipeg.”
Windsor Park Nordic Centre, located at 10 Rue Des Meurons in St. Vital, maintains more than 10 km of daily groomed ski trails for classic and skate skiing techniques. The entire trail system is lit for night skiing and along with the staffed clubhouse is open seven days per week. Clubhouse amenities offer trail pass purchase, ski rentals, equipment, ski lessons, and hot and cold drinks refreshments.
