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Sampling the Blomidon Golf Club and Harmon Seaside Links in Western Newfoundland
by Keith and Heather NicolPutting on the first green with Humber Arm in the backgrd A few weeks ago we had an opportunity to try out 2 golf courses in Central Newfoundland and we recently had a...
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Enjoying Springdale and King’s Point in Central Newfoundland
by Keith and Heather Nicol On our most recent trip to Springdale and King's Point area of Central Newfoundland we stayed at the luxurious Riverwood Inn (http://www.riverwoodinn.ca/) which received...
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Hiking in the King’s Point area of Central Newfoundland
by Keith and Heather Nicol We recently had a chance to check out some of the fine hiking trails in the King’s Point area of Central Newfoundland. King’s Point is located on highway 391 (take the...
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Great fall golfing at Humber Valley Resort in Western Newfoundland
by Keith and Heather Nicol The fox on the 14th hole Fall in the Humber Valley of Western Newfoundland means brilliant autumn colours and where better to enjoy these than on Newfoundland’s top...
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Fall colours nearing their peak in the Corner Brook area
by Keith and Heather NicolThis view overlooking Corner Brook shows off its fall colours Corner Brook is the envy of many places in Newfoundland due to its impressive outdoor setting which really...
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Fall hiking in the Humber Valley
by Keith and Heather NicolMichael Newton walks through the colourful birch forest Fall hiking in the Humber Valley of Western Newfoundland has numerous options but a favourite with many people...
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Some great ways to get ready for the x-country ski season
by Keith and Heather NicolTry a rocker board to improve balance An important skill to develop in all types of cross country skiing is balance. And the more you practice balancing exercises...
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More Classic Roller Skiing Drills
by Keith and Heather NicolRoller skiing is the perfect way to practice x-c skiing Roller skiing is an ideal way of getting ready for the cross country ski season. It is so much like skiing that...
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Explore Newfoundland on a cross country ski trail this winter
by Keith and Heather NicolCross country skiing is good exercise Cross country skiing is a great way to get out and enjoy winter in Newfoundland. Cross country skiing is good exercise since both...
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Early Season Ski Touring in the Blow me down Mountains, Newfoundland
By Keith and Heather NicolTrevor Beck skinning through the small trees So far in the winter of 2013 it has been quite windy and snowy in early January and so we decided to check out the snow...
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Avalanche Awareness Sessions in W. Newfoundland
by Keith and Heather NicolSchool visit in Benoit's Cove Again this year the Canadian Avalanche Foundation and Canadian Avalanche Centre are providing funding and other assistance for avalanche...
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Great Cross Country Skiing at Sovereign Lake Nordic Centre near Vernon, B.C.
By Keith and Heather Nicol We just wrapped up a great 7 days of cross country skiing at Sovereign Lake Nordic Ski Club and Silver Star Resort which are located just outside Vernon in B.C.’s...
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Spectacular Nordic Skiing at Silver Star Resort near Vernon, B.C.
by Keith and Heather NicolThe cross country sessions were very well attended We recently returned from 5 days of Nordic skiing at Silver Star Resort. Silver Star which is just a 20 minute drive...
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Checking out alpine skiing at Cypress Mountain near Vancouver, B.C.
by Keith and Heather NicolCypress was an Olympic venue for the recent 2010 Winter Games On our recent trip to Vancouver, B.C. we decided to check out the skiing at Cypress Mountain which is just...
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Cross Country Skiing at Cypress Mountain Nordic near Vancouver, B.C.
by Keith and Heather NicolRustic Hollyburn Lodge is a popular destination Cypress Mountain has many winter activities to take part in from alpine skiing, snowshoeing, cross country skiing and...
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Enjoying great skiing at Whistler-Backcomb, B.C.
by Keith and Heather Nicol Another great family ski holiday at Whistler Skiing Whistler-Blackcomb is one of our favorite family activities and on our most recent trip in early February, 2013...
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Sampling Vancouver and Victoria Attractions
by Keith and Heather NicolThe Space Centre is popular with all agesThe Aquabus is an ideal way to get around False CreekThe Nosh serves up great foodThe Wildlife Photographer of 2012 show is well worth...
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Learn how to make basic telemark turns – Part 1
by Keith and Heather Nicol Photo 1 - The Tele stance Telemark skiing is a great way to explore our snowy winter landscape. The fact that you can lift your heel means that you can ascend up hill...
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by Keith and Heather Nicol For people interested in the early days of ski skating here is a great video from Minnesota in 1985. Skating began in the early 1980’s and as you can see in the video...
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Avalanche season not over yet in Western Newfoundland
by Keith and Heather NicolPhoto 1- Selby says the thickness of snow was 3-4 meters I just received some photos of what appears to be a large avalanche that occurred recently in Gros Morne...
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