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Party time
It’s the 30th anniversary of National Ski and Snowboard
Week (NSSW), held Jan 13-21, as well as the 10th anniversary of the Grade 5 SnowPass program. Over 100
ski areas across Canada are slated to participate.
You'll score deals on lift passes and Discover Learn to Ski and Ride programs.
In Alberta, check out the festivities in the following ski areas:
Canyon Ski Area, Ski the Badlands, Edmonton Ski Club,
Fairview Ski Hill, Hidden Valley Ski Area, Nitehawk Ski Area,
Pass Powderkeg, Ski Banff @ Norquay, Ski Marmot Basin,
Snow Valley Ski Club and Vista Ridge.
For those of you in British Columbia, there will be no
shortage of fun at:
Apex, Big White, Cypress, Grouse, Harper, Kicking Horse,
Mt Baldy, Mt Cain, Mount Seymour, Mount Washington,
Panorama, Phoenix, Powder King, Powder Springs, Red,
Shames, Silver Star, Ski & Ride Smithers, Sun Peaks,
The Hills Health Ranch, Troll Ski Area and Whitewater.
Visit www.skicanada.org for further details, or contact a mountain near you.
Avalanche Awareness Days
Learn about snow safety this weekend, as demonstrations and interactive activities will be presented at Fernie Alpine Resort (Jan 12-14) and Kimberley Alpine Resort
(Jan 13-14) in BC. With the popularity of backcountry touring as well as last weekend's avalanche in Colorado, the need for public awareness is both crucial and timely.
www.skifernie.com, www.skikimberley.com
Shape that bod
Want to know the secrets to building sculpted, natural and defined muscles? Both exercise addicts and couch potatoes may benefit from “The Art of Building Bodies,” which premiered on CHTV and specialty channel MenTV last fall. Fernanda Lazzaro, a journalist and fitness model, hosts the half-hour show with former CFL player Orlando Bowen. With story topics like iron yoga, detoxing to help bring out striations and making home-made protein bars, viewing the program might be like having your own personal trainer. The series ends on March 24.
Air dates and times:
CH TV - Ontario: Sat 12:30pm
Vancouver, BC: Sun 4pm
Kelowna/Kamloops, BC: Sun 4pm
Red Deer, AB: Sun 11am
MEN TV - Sat 11:30am, 7:30pm, 3:30am
www.PositiveLivingProductions.com
Reach for the sun
The 2007 Vancouver Sun Run is Canada’s largest 10K event. To help you train for the April 15 race, SportMedBC is holding Sun Run InTraining Clinics at more than 65 locations across the Lower Mainland. Sessions will also be held in Squamish, Gibsons, Bowen Island, Penticton, Kelowna and Kamloops. Clinics start Saturday, Jan 13 for 13 weeks up until the event.
Registration ($129 plus GST) includes entry to the 2007 Vancouver Sun Run, expert advice and motivational support, online technical support and info, souvenir t-shirt, InTraining t-shirt and InTraining Logbook.
For details on locations and schedules, visit www.sportmedbc.com
French cycle paths
If you’ve ever dreamed of cycling through the French Alps, your Tour de France fantasy can become a reality. Ontario-based Alpine Tours is planning this year’s trip for July 10-22. You’ll visit Annecy, Alpe D’Huez, Mt Ventoux and Marseille while riding 1,500 m alpine climbs. Cost includes all accommodations, breakfasts, ground transportation, airport transfers and two cycling guides.
For reservation info, visit www.alpinetours.ca
Canadian 'cross team needs your support
Canadians Mike Garrigan, Kyle Douglas, Tara Ross and Greg Reain have all qualified and are planning to attend the Cyclocross World Championships in Hooglede-Gits, Belgium on January 27-28, 2007. The Canadian Cycling Association doesn't provide any funding for the National Cyclocross Team, so riders must cover their own airfare, accommodations, meals, equipment expenses and even their national team jerseys.
Please support these riders to help them focus on performing and representing Canada at the Cross Worlds. You can make your donation via Paypal, via http://www.cyclocrossontario.com/fccr. As there are no administration fees lumped in, all of your money will reach the athletes directly.
For more information on the Friends of Canadian Cyclocross Racers, please email Rod Olliver at rod@cyclocrossontario.com or visit http://www.cyclocrossontario.com/fccr.
Get Out There’s 2007 reader survey (with cool prizes!)
We want to hear from you – please fill out our annual survey (it’s short and online), and you’ll qualify for some amazing prize draws!
Grand prize (total value $986): Pearl Izumi Prize Pack and White Water Rafting Trip for 6!
Less grand prize (total value $776): Two-weekend rock or ice climbing course for 2, plus Pearl Izumi Vagabond Jacket and Socks and 1-year subscription to Get Out There Magazine!
And 50 readers will win a pair of Pearl Izumi socks (value $16)!
Deadline is February 28, 2007. Click here for the survey.
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Snow report
Alberta
Base Expected New Total Snow
high snow snowfall phone URL
Lake Louise 233cm -13°C 1cm 328cm 403-762-4766 www.skilouise.com
Sunshine
Village 180cm -20°C 5cm 407cm 403-277-SNOW www.skibanff.com
Ski Fortress 118cm -19°C 7+cm N/A N/A www.skifortress.ca
Ski Banff
at Norquay 130cm -1°C 15cm N/A N/A www.banffnorquay.com
Nakiska 70cm -16°C 7cm N/A N/A www.skinakiska.com
British Columbia
Base Expected New Total Snow URL
high snow snowfall phone
Grouse 362cm -8°C 6cm 574cm 604-986-6262 www.grousemountain.com
Cypress 355cm -9°C 5cm 574cm 604-419-7669 www.cypressmountain.com
Mt Seymour 353cm -8 °C 8cm 436cm 604-718-7771 www.mountseymour.com
Mt 250-338-1515,
Washington 311cm -7°C 5cm N/A 1-888-833-1515 www.mountwashington.ca
Whistler 604-932-4211,
Blackcomb 305cm -10°C 0cm 877cm 604-687-7507, www.whistlerblackcomb.com
1-800-766-0449
Red 100cm -17°C 0cm 386cm 1-800-663-0105 www.redresort.com
Kimberley 138cm -12 °C 5cm 404cm 403-244-6665 www.skikimberley.com
Mt Baldy 106cm -8 °C 0cm 353cm 250-498-4799 www.skibaldy.com
Panorama 90cm -16°C 4cm N/A N/A www.panoramaresort.com
Fernie 234cm -18°C 5cm 494cm N/A www.skifernie.com
Whitewater N/A -6 °C 0cm N/A 250-352-7669 www.skiwhitewater.com
Shames 388cm -10°C 0cm N/A 250-638-8754,
1-877-898-4754 www.shamesmountain.com
Big White 189cm -18°C 0cm N/A 1-800-663-2772 www.bigwhite.com
Silver Star 170cm -17°C 3cm N/A 250-542-1745,
1-800-663-4431 www.skisilverstar.com
Apex 154cm -3°C 2cm N/A 250-487-4848 www.apexresort.com
Sun Peaks 132cm -20°C 0cm N/A 250-578-7232 www.sunpeaksresort.com
Event calendar
Alberta
Festivals / Shows / Special Events / Seminars
January
11-12 (Thu-Fri) Banff Mountain Film Festival World Tour. The Banff Mountain Film Festival is on the road across North America and around the world. Whether you are an experienced mountaineer or an armchair adventurer, this event is for everyone. Don’t miss the excitement. Red Deer, AB. http://www.banffcentre.ca/mountainculture/tour/canada/
12-14 (Fri-Sun) Edmonton Motorcycle Show. A showcase of new 2007 motorcycles, ATVs, scooters and related products and services. If it is motorized and on 2 wheels, it's here! Northlands Park - Agricom, Edmonton, AB. www.sportsmensshows.com
14 (Sun) Banff Mountain Film Festival World Tour. The Banff Mountain Film Festival is on the road across North America and around the world. Whether you are an experienced mountaineer or an armchair adventurer, this event is for everyone. Don’t miss the excitement! Edmonton, AB. http://www.banffcentre.ca/mountainculture/tour/canada/
16-21 (Tue-Sun) Banff Mountain Film Festival World Tour. The Banff Mountain Film Festival is on the road across North America and around the world. Whether you are an experienced mountaineer or an armchair adventurer, this event is for everyone. Don’t miss the excitement! Calgary, AB. http://www.banffcentre.ca/mountainculture/tour/canada/
18-21 (Thu-Sun) Fairmont Banff Springs Celebrity Sports Invitational. Hollywood's top stars will gather to ski the majestic Canadian Rocky Mountains in support of Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s Waterkeeper Alliance. Waterkeepers is a landmark environmental organization committed to patrolling and protecting water sources throughout North and Central America. Celebrities compete in an array of snow-filled activities including toboggan, biathlon and dual giant slalom races, well within public view at Sunshine Village. For ticket information and further details, visit the resort's website. The Fairmont Banff Springs and Sunshine Village, Banff, AB. www.fairmont.com
Ski (Downhill)
January
13-21 (Sat-Sun) National Ski and Snowboard Week. For 9 days each winter, Canadians gather at ski areas across Canada to revel in the one thing we all have in common: snow! Provincewide, AB. info@skicanada.org, www.skicanada.org
British Columbia
Festivals / Shows / Special Events / Seminars
January
12-13 (Fri-Sat) Banff Mountain Film Festival World Tour. The Banff Mountain Film Festival is on the road across North America and around the world. Whether you are an experienced mountaineer or an armchair adventurer, this event is for everyone. Don’t miss the excitement! Powell River, BC. http://www.banffcentre.ca/mountainculture/tour/canada/
12-14 (Fri-Sun) Avalanche Awareness Days. Promoting public awareness about the hazards of touring in the backcountry and how to stay safe. 2 days of demonstrations and interactive activities for skiers and riders of all ages and abilities. Kick-off party on the 12th. Fernie Alpine Resort, Fernie, BC. info@skifernie.com, www.skifernie.com
13-14 (Sat-Sun) Avalanche Awareness Days. Come out and learn about snow safety and take part in demonstrations at this free event in support of the Canadian Avalanche Association. Kimberley Alpine Resort, Kimberley, BC. 250-427-4881, info@skikimberley.com, www.skikimberley.com
17-21 (Wed-Sun) Sun Peaks 9th Annual Icewine Festival. Named by Ski Canada Magazine as one of the best resort events alongside the Telus Ski and Snowboard Festival. Guests can sample dozens of wines on the Progressive Tasting Tour, take a seminar or watch Sun Peaks' chefs battle it out at the Magic of Dessert and Icewine Competition. Sun Peaks Resort, Sun Peaks, BC. 250-578-5474, guestservices@sunpeaksresort.com, www.sunpeaksresort.com
Outdoors
January
15-April 12 (Mon-Thu) Capilano College Advanced Wilderness Leadership Program. An opportunity to improve your skills in several outdoor skills. College courses running this winter out of Squamish include Nordic skiing and CANSI certification, Winter Skills with an Avalanche certification, Advanced Wilderness First Aid, Backcountry Ski Touring, Advanced Sea Kayaking with Assistant Guide Certification (SKGABC) and Mountaineering. Call 604-892-5322 local 5800 for more information. Capilano College, Squamish, BC. 604-892-5322, wlp@capcollege.bc.ca, www.capcollege.bc.ca/Programs/wilderness/Home.html
Running / Walking
January
13-April 14 (Sat-Sun) InTraining for the Vancouver Sun Run 2007. The InTraining Program provides expert advice, guidance and companionship on the road to improved health and fitness - and it’s fun! Clinic registration cost is $129 (plus GST) and includes: entry to The Vancouver Sun Run and commemorative T-shirt; 13-week training program; InTraining technical training shirt; InTraining Logbook; group support; and expert advice. Program highlights: 3,965 participants in the 2006 InTraining program; 823 volunteer walk and run leaders; expert volunteer leader training; and Nordic walking pilot project for 2007 in partnership with Exel. Local community centres, Lower Mainland and the Interior of BC, BC. 604-730-7260, info@sportmedbc.com, www.sportmedbc.com
14 (Sun) Central Saanich Pioneer 8K. Racing designed for all skill levels. Part of the Frontrunners Island Race Series. Saanich Fairgrounds, Saanich, BC. 250-480-7869, pioneer@vira.bc.ca, http://westshore.frontrunners.ca/events/index.php?monthnum=1
Ski (Cross Country)
January
13 (Sat) Sovereign Lake Ski Tournament. This fun day is for all SLNC program participants and Vernon Elementary School Children age 13 & under. Ski League Children are automatically registered. Sovereign Lake, Vernon, BC. 250-558-3036 ext. 201, andrea@sovereignlake.com, www.sovereignlake.com
14 (Sun) Kelowna Apple Loppet. Part of the Interior Loppet Series. Contact Clive Gilbert for details. Telemark Cross Country Ski Club, Kelowna, BC. 250-769-4406, www.telemarkx-c.com
14 (Sun) Omineca Open. Contact Terri Dickson for further details. Omineca Ski Club, Burns Lake, BC. 250-695-6684, http://www3.telus.net/blclubs/ominecaskiclub/
Ski (Downhill)
January
8-12 (Mon-Fri) Kokanee Winter Festival. Celebrate with half-price midweek full-day lift tickets and Nordic trail passes. Plus, look for the Snowboarding Sasquatch roaming the hills in search of people who want free stuff! On Jan 13, check out the Kokanee Rail Demo, featuring awesome local skiers and boarders, jibbin' up the metal. Mt Washington Alpine Resort, Mount Washington, BC. 250-338-1386 or 1-888-231-1499, www.mountwashington.ca
9-April 10 (Tue-Tue) Mt. Washington's Women's Day Escape. For the ladies only! Every Tuesday, for $61, Gals can enjoy an all-day lift ticket, a lesson from a female instructor from 10am to noon, and a delicious lunch including wine tasting. Mt. Washington Alpine Resort, Mount Washington, BC. 250-338-1386 or 1-888-231-1499, www.mountwashington.ca
10-14 (Wed-Sun) Red Mountain Resort Senior Canadian Open Freeskiing Championship. Rossland, BC. 1-800-663-0105, info@redresort.com, www.redresort.com
11 (Thu) Kokanee Valley Race Series. A fun recreational race open to skiers, telemarkers and snowboarders with different gender and age divisions. Race location and discipline vary each race, so check the website and schedule. Whistler Resort, Whistler, BC. 1-800-766-0449, 604-932-3434, www.whistlerblackcomb.com
11 (Thu) Rossignol Demo. Come to Kimberley Alpine Resort to check out Rossignol's newest gear. Kimberley Alpine Resort, Kimberley, BC. (250) 427-4881, info@skikimberley.com, www.skikimberley.com
12 (Fri) Kokanee Day For The Dudes #1. Great deals on all-mountain instruction, followed by apres activities and Kokanee beer specials and giveaways! Mt. Washington Alpine Resort, Mount Washington, BC. 250-338-1386 or 1-888-231-1499, www.mountwashington.ca
13-14 (Sat-Sun) Cruz the Blues. See how well you know Big White at this free 2-day event. Grab your Cruz the Blues passport, collect all the stamps off as many blue runs (intermediate) as possible and win some great prizes and a Cruz the Blues shirt. Big White Ski Resort, Kelowna, BC. www.bigwhite.com
13-21 (Sat-Sun) National Ski and Snowboard Week. For 9 days each winter, Canadians gather at ski areas across Canada to revel in the one thing we all have in common: snow! Provincewide, BC. info@skicanada.org, www.skicanada.org
14 (Sun) Ski Tours Family Cup. This race training program is designed to combine training and a family holiday emphasizing family fun. Held at Nancy Greene Training Centre. Sun Peaks Resort, Sun Peaks, BC. info@skitourscanada.com, www.skitourscanada.com
18 (Thu) Kokanee Valley Race Series. A fun recreational race open to skiers, telemarkers and snowboarders with different gender and age divisions. Race location and discipline vary each race, so check the website and schedule. Blackcomb Mountain, Whistler, BC. 1-800-766-0449, 604-932-3434, www.whistlerblackcomb.com
Snowboard
15-20 (Mon-Sat) Rossignol National Ski/Board Week. Jan. 15-19: half-price specials include
Discover Skiing and Boarding Specials (Green Zone lift ticket for Green Chair, Discovery Platter and Handle Tow, all rental equipment needed and a 2-hour beginner lesson); Learn to Cross-Country Packages (trail pass, all rental equipment needed and a 1-hour learn to skate or classic ski lesson). Come out on Saturday, Jan 20, for FREE Rossi Race Clinics: valuable tips from the M Washington Pros. Mt. Washington Alpine Resort, Mount Washington, BC. 250-338-1386 or 1-888-231-1499, www.mountwashington.ca
Gear review: Lebert Equalizer
One look at the Lebert Equalizer, and you might think you’ve found yourself one fancy-schmancy drying rack…a new product from IKEA perhaps. But in reality, Toronto-based personal trainer Marc Lebert has designed a simple, yet very effective strength training system that is both easy to use and easy to store – the two essentials for any home exercise aficionado. Basically, we have two workout bars, weighing in at about eight pounds each, and Marc has designed upwards of 50 exercises utilizing your own body’s weight as resistance to work all the major muscle groups, especially the triceps, lower abs, chest and back muscles. Some exercises are obvious: dips, pull-ups, push-ups and the like, and some you have to get a bit creative. In the end, stick with the system and it seems you’ll get some good results. $99
www.lebertequalizer.com
This week's article: Core Strength for Outdoor Sports
While core strength is the most common sport attribute, it ironically is the least well conditioned. By Peter Twist
Core strength, a growing buzzword in the fitness industry, can help set you up to enjoy the outdoors. Simply put, the ‘core’ is the middle of the body, integrating your abdominals, low back and hips. A strong core that is functional links the upper extremities to the lower extremities. Without strength and endurance within the core musculature, an athlete will be unstable and have a greater risk of injury.
Football and hockey players use core stability to withstand contact. Rotary power is expressed in the playing environment with the swinging of a tennis racket, golf club, lacrosse stick or throwing a ball. I call the core your ‘speed center’, as it connects the legs and arms to the torso and contracts to stabilize or anchor so that the arms and legs can produce force. Outdoors, you are only as strong as your weakest link, and for most athletes this is the core.
Training ‘from the inside out’ places emphasis and only then adding in leg, upper back, shoulder and arm strength. While core strength is the most common sport attribute, it ironically is the least well conditioned. Traditional abdominal exercises focus on floor-based movements such as crunches, sit-ups, leg raises, rope crunches and back hyper extensions, exercises selected to isolate the abs, achieve a good ‘burn’, and ‘protect’ the lower back.
Click here for the full article (page 6).
Video clip: Borat learns American football (4 min 29 sec)
Our favourite character from Kazakhstan studies this classic U.S. game.
Watch the video here.
Calling all Get Out There computer junkies - send us some great sports footage. Email
karen@getouttheremag.com with the link.
Cardio track: Bloc Party - "Banquet" (2005)
Be sure to add UK rockers Bloc Party to your iPod, and their hit "Banquet" to your workout playlist.
Watch the video here.
If there is a song that gets your blood pumping, drop us a line at karen@getouttheremag.com.
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