Green Belt
Trails Skied: 10, Glide Wax: universal, Grip Wax: blue extra
This report covers the Larose Forest trails from P1 on Indian Creek road. Good skiing on snow covered but skied on classic tracks. Was snowing and ice pellets as I headed out. Ice pellets usually make for fast conditions and the going was surprisingly quick given the fresh snow on top. When I started out it was -4c and blue extra wax worked like a charm. As the temperature climbed past zero not so much. Should've brought some purple wax. All in all a pleasant ski with light winds.
The National Capital Greenbelt has over 100km of trails and another 25km of recreational pathways, most of which are suitable for cross-country skiing in the wintertime. All of the trails are suitable for beginner and family outings. Some are now maintained by volunteer groomers; OWWT, BWT, SHE, Kichi Sibi.
ONSC grooms The Hornet's Nest (Tauvette street to Montreal Rd), Mer Bleue and Pine Grove Forest (the section off Leitrum Rd). Trails are classic skiing ONLY, no skating is allowed on these trails. The Hornet's Nest is groomed at least weekly and the others as time permits. Updated trail conditions are available at the snow phone; 613-837-SNOW.
