Green Belt
Trails Skied: 10, Glide Wax: universal, Grip Wax: blue extra
This report covers the Larose forest trails from P2 on hwy 8. The classic tracks from the parking lot for about a 100 metres in were hard and icey but after that had a layer of fresh snow. The tracking itself was from yesterday and was hardened with icey sides that tended to grab at my skis a bit. Fresh grooming started from the shelter at the junction with the Perron Loop trails. After that skiing was fast and effortless. Best get out before Friday as rain is in the forecast.
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.
