Welcome to the 2025 Winter Issue!

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Inside this issue:

  • Eb’s Trails: A Legacy of Saskatchewan Skiing – Discover the remarkable history behind Eb’s Trails near Duck Lake — a 50-year journey from one man’s vision to one of Saskatchewan’s most beloved Nordic ski destinations.
  • Tracks of Dedication: The Saskatoon Nordic Ski Club – Meet the volunteers who make winter thrive in Saskatoon. From city-side golf course trails to the wilderness of Eb’s, the SNSC proves that community is at the heart of every great ski track.
  • Qu’Appelle Valley Nordic: Carving Out Winter in Lumsden – How a small-town biathlon club turned snowmaking and teamwork into one of Saskatchewan’s premier Nordic venues.
  • Biathlon: Saskatchewan’s Winter Sport with a Twist – Fast skis, steady hands, and calm nerves. Find out if you have what it takes to try this sport.
  • Ready, Set, Run: Winter Trail Running in Saskatchewan – Running doesn’t have to stop when the snow falls. Tips and inspiration for embracing Saskatchewan’s trails all winter long.
  • Opening Saskatchewan’s Cross-Country Ski Trails to Everyone – Inside the story of the Wascana Para Ski Club, a new Regina-based group making adaptive skiing accessible for all ages and abilities.
  • Winter Magic Along the Elbow Trail – Follow the Friends of the Elbow Trail as they keep the lakeside path at Lake Diefenbaker open, inviting, and beautiful all winter long.
  • Get Set for Cross-Country Skiing – Gear up for a perfect glide with this practical guide to equipment, layering, and trail etiquette for beginners and returning skiers alike.
  • Top Places to Cross-Country Ski in Saskatchewan – Your go-to list of the province’s best winter trails from Prince Albert National Park to White Butte, Eb’s, and beyond.
  • Capturing the Magic of Saskatchewan’s Winter Trails – View last year’s winning photos from the STA’s Winter on the Trails Photography Contest and get set to prepare for this year.
  • Skiing the Spirit of Ness Creek – Where art, music, and winter adventure meet. Explore the boreal wonderland maintained by NordicNess volunteers near Big River.
  • Safe Riding on Saskatchewan’s Snowmobile Trails – Snowmobiling connects communities across more than 11,000 kilometres of trail. Learn how preparation and safety keep every ride enjoyable.