Dear Editor,
Come and join us for Chili Sunday on Jan. 12 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. in Kane Valley! This annual event is open to all. It’s a fun way to get to know some new people, share some food, ski some trails, and celebrate this unique recreational spot in the valley.
For over 40 years, people have been cross country skiing in Kane Valley. It started out with some local hardcore nature lovers in the ’70s who skied some of the old logging skid trails in the area. Over the years, it has developed into over 50 kilometres of wilderness trail systems.
The trails are well mapped and marked. Through hundreds of volunteer hours, community involvement, Rotary sponsors, and industry and Ministry of Forests support, the incredible vision and hard work of community members has led to this unique ski area.
If you don’t ski but want to come and join us, please do! All are welcome.
The Nicola Nordic Ski Club is a non-profit society. All fees collected go directly to the grooming of the ski trails and maintenance of the equipment. All the rest of the work is done by volunteers. Chili Sunday is a free day for all, so take advantage of us — but for one day only please!
Interested in learning how to ski? A group lesson will begin at 1 p.m. Round up some skis and come give it a try!
Bring enough chili for your group and add it to the communal pot over the fire pit at Parking Lot 3 (approximately four kilometres up the Kane Valley Road on the right). Bring your own dishes and the club will supply the buns, cookies and hot drinks, and will have the fire going.
For more information, visit nicolanordic.ca.
Kate Anderson
Merritt
