Meet Location: west side of Cleveland Dam Lot Parking (Prospect Ave / Nancy Greene Way)

Details: see here for more info

(Dryland Training alternates between Spanish Banks and Cleveland Dam, Saturdays 9:30am - 11:30am)

What: prepare for the upcoming ski season with ski-specific dryland exercises
When: 9:30am every Saturday from the end of Sept until the snow falls!
Where: Meet Location: West Parking Lot B, NW Marine Drive (this is the west-most parking lot before the hill, just west of Parking Lot A)
Details: See here for more info.

Note: The first Dryland Training for Fall 2025 will be at Spanish Banks, 9:30am Saturday Oct 4.  It will then alternate between Spanish Banks and Cleveland Dam. 

Join us for a fun Season Kick-Off at Coast Outdoors, Oct 15

Location: 352 Lynn Avenue, North Vancouver, V7J 2C5

Sign up at: Season Kick-Off

Come celebrate the start of the season with us at Coast Outdoors! Happening Wednesday, October 23rd, 6-8 PM for BBQ brats, veggie sausages, beer and non-alcoholic beverages, store discounts, and plenty of Nordic Racer cheer. Please bring your own plates & mugs.

This is also a great opportunity to take advantage of our 10% club discount and get some new gear!

Meet Location: west side of Cleveland Dam Lot Parking (Prospect Ave / Nancy Greene Way)

Details: see here for more info

(Dryland Training alternates between Spanish Banks and Cleveland Dam, Saturdays 9:30am - 11:30am)

From Georgia Heraty

It is with deep sadness, I share the passing of Paul Austin James Heraty who left us peacefully on June 26th, 2025, at the age of 72.

Paul was a man of remarkable strength, humour, and heart. He faced a long journey with Parkinson’s Disease and Non-Hodgkin’s Lymphoma with courage and grace.

He was a devoted husband, a loving father, a caring brother, a true friend, a gifted writer, and an explorer of both the natural world and the creative spirit.

A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday October 4th 2025 at 3:00pm at The Jericho Sailing Centre. Located at 1300 Discovery Street, Vancouver, BC.

What to Wear
 In true Paul style, if he wasn't in a crisp, well-fitted suit, he was in athletic gear: a cherished Nordic tuque, a well-worn paddling wetsuit, a sun-bleached silk shirt, or vintage ’90s sport shades. 

We ask that you honor his adventurous spirit by wearing your running, paddling, or ski attire - ready to channel your inner Paul.

What to Expect

3:30 pm - Words of Welcome & Land Acknowledgement
4:00 pm - Life Tributes & Memories
4:30 pm - Thank Yous & Heraty Foundation Announcement

Obituary
Paul’s obituary can be viewed online and will be published in print in The Vancouver Sun and The Province newspapers this Saturday, September 20th 2025.
Click here to view Paul Austin James Heraty’s Obituary

The Heraty Foundation
The Heraty Foundation was created to carry Paul’s adventurous and generous spirit forward by supporting two causes close to his heart:

• North Shore Rescue - Reflecting his lifelong love of wilderness, adventure, and service.

• The Parkinson’s Society of BC - Supporting individuals and families navigating Parkinson’s with courage, hope, and community.

Click here to support The Heraty Foundation.

If you have any photos, memories, or stories of Paul that you’d like to share with Georgia..

We look forward to coming together to honor his life, celebrate his legacy, and remember a man whose spirit inspired everyone around him.

What: prepare for the upcoming ski season with ski-specific dryland exercises
When: 9:30am every Saturday from the end of Sept until the snow falls!
Where: Meet Location: West Parking Lot B, NW Marine Drive (this is the west-most parking lot before the hill, just west of Parking Lot A)
Details: See here for more info.

Note: The first Dryland Training for Fall 2025 will be at Spanish Banks, 9:30am Saturday Oct 4.  It will then alternate between Spanish Banks and Cleveland Dam. 

CANCELED DUE TO RAIN

Summer Hike - Saturday September 27

What: Help get yourself in shape for the upcoming Dryland Training with a fun hike up St Mark's Summit

Sign-up link.

When: 9am, Saturday September 27, 2025
Where: Meet outside the new (upper) lodge at Cypress Ski Hill base 
Details: Bring a backpack with necessary hiking supplies (food, water, sunscreen, hat, emergency clothing, flashlight, first aid, etc), wear comfortable hiking footwear, and enjoy a fun day on our North Shore mountains with fellow Nordic Skiers.

Important: Make sure you join the Nordic Racers WhatsApp group for up to the minute updates on this event - see end of newsletter for info on how to join this group.

Join us at Locarno Beach for a festive evening sharing stories on your summer activities! A great time to get together, keep the club vibe going, and plan ahead for next season.
Where: Locarno Beach Picnic Site - 4445 NW Marine Drive, Locarno Beach Park
When: Thursday August 7, 6-9pm
What: The club will provide BBQs to cook on, burgers (a limited number with first come first served so come early), condiments and soft drinks.
Please bring: some salads or desserts to share.  Also please bring your own plates, cups, and utensils. 
Games (bocci ball?) and musical instruments welcome - if you have a talent we'd love to have you share it with us!
Sign-up Link: Nordic Racers Summer Beach BBQ

When: Thursday May 29, 6-8pm
Where: Donna and John have graciously offered to host at their home. Sign up at this link. The location address is on the signup form.
What: Review of the past season's activities, club finances and election of 2025/25 Executive, together with socializing and food. There will also be a presentation on the very successful 2025 Invictus Games. 
NB: the club will provide the main course, please bring a dessert potluck item. 

Bowling is back! Join us for another fun-filled evening to wrap up the season. Whether you're a pro or there for the pizza and team camaraderie, we’ve got you covered.
When: Friday, April 11th, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Location: Commodore Lanes, 838 Granville St, Vancouver
Cost: $30
Pizza fuel (veg options too!) and shoes included. Cash bar only for beverages, no outside drinks permitted. 
Come get your bowl on and let’s celebrate a great season together!
RSVP by April 8th on Zone 4 to reserve your spot: https://zone4.ca/register/VozDOR/
See you there!

The Vancouver Island Loppet is held every year at Mount Washington Cross Country Ski Area, BC.

See Competition Schedule | Cross Country BC for a link to the event and to sign up.

The Nickel Plate Loppet is held every year at Nickel Plate Cross Country Ski Area, Penticton, BC.

See Competition Schedule | Cross Country BC for a link to the event and to sign up.

The Apple Loppet is held every year at Telemark Cross Country Ski Area, Kelowna BC.

See Competition Schedule | Cross Country BC for a link to the event and to sign up.

In conjunction with Skiing Is Believing (SIB), Nordic Racers will have access to the Flex Room at WOP all day on March 1st. Come and join fellow club members for some fun events. Bring a potluck lunch item to share!

L2L session at Hollyburn

- Details of session have been sent by email

Whether or not you are in lessons, come up to Hollyburn for a ski and afterwards join fellow club members in the Lodge for a free hot chocolate! See December Newsletter for more info.

L2L session at Hollyburn

- Details of session have been sent by email

Whether or not you are in lessons, come up to Hollyburn for a ski and afterwards join fellow club members in the Lodge for a free hot chocolate! See December Newsletter for more info.

This is our Annual Valentines Dessert Potluck Social!

Bring a dessert to share and meet in the Lodge after your ski. Details to be sent closer to the event.

L2L session at Hollyburn

- Details of session have been sent by email

Whether or not you are in lessons, come up to Hollyburn for a ski and afterwards join fellow club members in the Lodge for a free hot chocolate! See December Newsletter for more info.

L2L session at Hollyburn

- Details of session have been sent by email

Whether or not you are in lessons, come up to Hollyburn for a ski and afterwards join fellow club members in the Lodge for a free hot chocolate! See December Newsletter for more info.

L2L session at Hollyburn

- Details of session have been sent by email

Whether or not you are in lessons, come up to Hollyburn for a ski and afterwards join fellow club members in the Lodge for a free hot chocolate! See December Newsletter for more info.

L2L session at Hollyburn

- Details of session have been sent by email

Whether or not you are in lessons, come up to Hollyburn for a ski and afterwards join fellow club members in the Lodge for a free hot chocolate! See December Newsletter for more info.

L2L session at Hollyburn

- Details of session have been sent by email

Whether or not you are in lessons, come up to Hollyburn for a ski and afterwards join fellow club members in the Lodge for a free hot chocolate! See December Newsletter for more info.

Volunteer workshop to help volunteers prepare for the Invictus Games or for one of our scheduled Skiing Is Believing events. This training is required for all volunteers. Session will be held at Whistler Olympic Park:

Saturday, January 11 – Nordic Racers (NRS) Volunteer Training Workshop on snow session. There will also be a two hour online component for this training on Thursday evening January 9th.

Register here for this training: Para Nordic Volunteer Training

This is the online component for the Saturday Jan 11 training.

Nordic Racers Training for Invictus Games or for one of our scheduled Skiing Is Believing events.

Saturday, January 11 – Nordic Racers (NRS) Volunteer Training Workshop on snow session. There will also be a two hour online component for this training on Thursday evening January 9th.

Register here for this training: Para Nordic Volunteer Training

L2L session at Hollyburn

- Details of session have been sent by email

Whether or not you are in lessons, come up to Hollyburn for a ski and afterwards join fellow club members in the Lodge for a free hot chocolate! See December Newsletter for more info.

We have two volunteer workshops arranged this winter to help volunteers prepare for the Invictus Games or for one of our scheduled Skiing Is Believing events. This training is required for all volunteers. These are the dates (all sessions at Whistler Olympic Park):

Saturday, December 14 – Whistler Adaptive Sports Program (WASP) Volunteer Training Workshop

Saturday, January 11 – Nordic Racers (NRS) Volunteer Training Workshop on snow session. There will also be a two hour online component for this training on Thursday evening January 9th.

You only need to take one of these workshops to qualify as a volunteer. If you have attended one of these training events in previous years (either from Nordic Racers or Whistler Adaptive Sports Program) you do not need to attend these workshops again unless you wish to refresh your skills.

Register here for this training: Para Nordic Volunteer Training

What: prepare for the upcoming ski season with ski-specific dryland exercises
When: 9:30am every Saturday from the end of Sept until the snow falls!
Where: Meet Location: West Parking Lot B, NW Marine Drive (this is the west-most parking lot before the hill, just west of Parking Lot A)
Details: See here for more info.

Note: The first Dryland Training for Fall 2023 will be at Spanish Banks, 9:30am Saturday Sept 28.  It will then alternate between Spanish Banks and Capilano Dam. 

What: Bring food to share and bring your skis to wax and waxing tools if you have some.

When: Directly following dryland training on Saturday, Nov 16 (approx 11:45am).

Where: West Vancouver (12 min drive from Cleveland Dam). Email communications@nordicracers.ca to confirm attendance and get the exact location.

Details: Earn your calories at Dryland, then join us for a potluck food lunch and ski waxing party. We will set up benches for ski waxing. There will be some wax and waxing tools available, but bring your own if you have them. Note that this is not a clinic but experienced skiers will be there and happy to share their knowledge with those just learning to wax their own skis.