BEFORE YOU VISIT
The Basics
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Stay on designated trails
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Cross-country skiing is not recommended on multi-use trails marked by pin-flagging
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Snowshoers and fat bikers need to stay on multi-use trails marked by green, yellow and blue pin flags
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Trail runners and walkers need to stay on the trails marked by yellow pin-flagging and not any other trails
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Do not go under roped areas so we avoid damaging sensitive golf course grass
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Maps are available on the SNO website, Trailforks and at trail junctions
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Leave your dog at home, as per the City of Calgary Bylaw
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There is an active coyote community at Shaganappi
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- Be kind to everyone. Get out there and have fun!
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NEW TRAIL USERS
1. Set yourself up for success by taking lessons
2. Check the weather forecast and grooming report
3. It is wise to bring a backpack or fanny pack with extra supplies (e.g., extra layers of clothing).
4. Carry a fully charged cell phone and call 911 in case of emergency. Ask for both an ambulance and fire response if an injured skier needs to be transported from their location to the waiting ambulance in the Shaganappi parking lot or on a road near one of the winter entrances. (Paramedics don't retrieve injured skiers from ski trails, fire fighters are needed for this)
5. Although the winter is often dark, the bright, white snow and a good quality headlamp will light up the ski trails and allow you to ski whenever you have time. Bring a backup light source in your pocket as well.
6. Plan your route. For beginner cross-country skiers, it is best to start on completely flat ground at the driving range. For fat bikers, we recommend the green loop in the western side of the golf course.
7. Please note that due to safety reasons, fat biking, walking, and all other non-golf activity are winter-only activities at the Shaganappi Point golf course.
WHERE CAN WE FIND SKI RENTALS?
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Norseman Outdoor Specialists rents ski gear and snowshoes, and are located on 37th Street near Shaganappi.
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Sports Rent in Bowness
CROSS-COUNTRY SKI LESSONS
Cross-country ski lessons and/or coaching programs in and around Calgary can be arranged through the following organizations. It is recommended you confirm you are taking lessons from certified CANSI instructors when learning to ski.
Lessons in Calgary :
Lesson and coaching providers in Calgary:
Lessons outside of Calgary:
Coaching providers:
Calgary:
Outside Calgary:
SAFETY & RISK AWARENESS
Learn more about cross-country ski safety and risk: