The snow is starting to fall, the air is crisp, and if you listen closely, you can almost hear the soft shush of skis on freshly groomed corduroy. Yep, the holidays—and prime Nordic season—are just around the corner!

If you've got a favorite skier, snowshoer, or winter wanderer on your list (or maybe you just need a treat for yourself!), look no further than the KN rental trailer. It’s your one-stop spot for gifts that look great, keep you cozy, and directly support the trails we all love.

Gift Certificates: Give the gift of gliding! A gift certificate is perfect for a friend who needs a day pass, a rental, or some KN merch to experience the magic of Kawartha Nordic.

1. Click here and add $10 and $5 gift certificates to your cart to set the total amount of your gift certificate. 
2. Enter the recipient as the shipping name and address and you, the purchaser as the billing name and address. (Gift certificates are emailed to both the recipient and purchaser.)
3. Add a note to the recipient in the special instructions box.

**Please note that we're only able to redeem gift certificates in-house and not online. 

Please contact us at membership@kawarthanordic.ca to purchase a gift certificate for a membership or seasons pass.

Classic and skate ski lessons will be offered on Sundays in January and February and early March. Is it time to hone up your skills? Then join a group ski lesson this winter! Book your lesson online or contact us at (705) 931-5672 or knscinstructor@kawarthanordic.ca for information on private lessons.

Focused group session on nordic downhill technique will be held on Jan 17, Jan 25, and Feb 8 (for either classic or skate skiers)

Reserve Online

 Volunteer Day: 9am-4pm (potluck to follow). We're getting close to season opening (Yah!)....but there's still a lot to do around the club and we need your help!!! The iVolunteer portal has been updated so you can sign up for a task or 2 as well as the potluck (diferent sign-up). Maybe you want to help out in the morning and then go for a hike on one of the trails in the afternoon and return for a warm and cozy chili dinner in the chalet.   Hope you can be part of our awesome community.  

Join us for a volunteer appreciation session prior to the annual general meeting - all are welcome! The fun begins at 7pm at the Peterborough Lion's Club (347 Burnham St.) and offers a chance for all to meet and mingle. This event is a great opportunity not only to hear about the exciting plans for the club, but also to meet some of our dedicated volunteers and learn what a placement at the club could look like for you.  If you have ever considered volunteering with us, this would be a great opportunity to learn more!

There will be light snacks and a cash bar beginning at 7pm with the AGM portion kicking off at 7:45pm.

The Annual General Meeting of the members of the KAWARTHA NORDIC SKI CLUB, INCORPORATED will be held on Monday November 17, 2025 from 7:00 pm to 8:30 pm. In addition to the electing our directors and receiving the annual and financial report, come on out to hear other updates.

Nominations for Directors may be made in writing and filed with the Secretary seven (7) days prior to the Annual General Meeting. All Class A members in good standing, 18 years or over, are eligible to vote. Nominations may be sent to Kawartha Nordic Ski Club Inc., PO Box 1371, Peterborough ON, K9J 7H6 or board@kawarthanordic.ca.

Materials:

• Official AGM notice
• Minutes of last year's AGM on Nov 18, 2024
• KNSC Bylaws
• Agenda and Proposed Resolutions
• Financial Report for the year ending June 30, 2025

Location: Hybrid

• In-person at Peterborough Lions Community Centre (location is fully accessible), or
• Virtual (please RSVP to membership@kawarthanordic.ca by Nov 16 to receive the connection details)

Date: Monday, November 17, 2025
Time: 7:00pm (note the AGM starts at 7:45pm)

Join us in-person at Peterborough Lions Community Centre at 347 Burnham Street, Peterborough or online.

** Spaces stll available in all programs

Youth Programs including Bunnyrabbits, Jackrabbits, and Track Attack focus on skills and fun! For children from age 4 to 14, these programs are scheduled for 8 weeks in January and February 2026 on Saturdays (Jan 3, 10, 17, 24, 31, Feb 7, 14, 21)

• Bunnyrabbits: Saturday afternoon 1-2 pm
• Jackrabbits: Saturday afternoon 1-3 pm
• Track Attack Skate: Saturday afternoon 1-3 pm

The main focus of all our youth lessons is fun on the snow. Within each program we aim to address the needs of beginner and experienced skiers, sometimes in separate groups.

For more information check out our programs online.

The ski season is off to an early start!

Click the button below to register!

Register Online

Sign up for programs and membership in the same form! If you need to make any changes or to add/change programs after signing up, please contact us instead of submitting another registration. Contact us at membership@kawarthanordic.ca if you have any questions on membership or program registration. For questions on the programs themselves please reach out to the contacts below.

** 2025/2026 information and rates on the Youth Programs and Race Team has been updated on the website. Please review carefully before registration and let us know if you have any questions by contacting the Youth Program Coordinator at youthprograms@kawarthanordic.ca or the Head Coach at headcoach@kawarthanordic.ca. **

Who's ready to ski?

Before we can start dreaming of fresh tracks and crisp winter days, we need to clear our trails! The spring ice storm left a bunch of trees down, and we need some extra hands to help us clear the way for a smooth season.

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