Feb 4 (1h, 15m) by David Brownrigg 
from P20 
from P20 Trails Skied: 51, 52 [7.5km], Glide Wax: F4 Universal, Grip Wax: Swix Green
Jan 29 (6d, 21h) by David Brownrigg from P22
from P22 Trails Skied: 53 [3.4km], Glide Wax: F4 Universal, Grip Wax: Violet
I was hoping with the flurries we had this AM and yesterday that the Mer Bleu trails would be better. Unfortunately they were more icey than not. Tracks faded to mostly hard pack ice under the trees but were passable in the open areas with a minimal amount of snow. We need another snow storm..
Jan 21 (2w, 7d) by David Brownrigg from P20
from P20 Trails Skied: 51, 52 [7.5km], Glide Wax: F4 Universal, Grip Wax: Swix green
Arrived at Mer Bleu (P20) this morning and was pleasantly shocked to find the trails had been professionally groomed later in the week, presumably after the freezing rain on Wed night. Don't see this too often here. Tracks were a bit uneven but well formed with a light layer of fresh snow. Skiing was fast and enjoyable. Tomorrow will be your last day to experience groomed conditions until the next snowfall as they're calling for rain on Mon and Tue....
Jan 15 (3w, 6d) by Florence Lehmann from P16
from P16 Trails Skied: ONSC Trails [5km], Glide Wax: , Grip Wax:
Fearing the cold weather conditions, I decided to classic ski again, along the Ottawa River this time. I skied from Parkdale Avenue to about Woodroffe and back (a couple of times). About 20 km. I was hoping to go further than Woodroffe but the \"snow\" turned into a mix of snow/ice/salt thrown over from city snowplowers.
Very good snow coverage all the way. Nice skier tracksetting (good depth), I must say. Quite level and regular. The only difficulty was that the poles would often sink quite deep. It made for a greater butt/leg workout. ;)
A good one to do recreationally. Very pleasant scenery. And the sunset was absolutely fantastic.
Saw quite a few skiers and snowshoers. And kids toboganing at Kitchissipi beach.
You could probably ski all the way down to the War Museum (taking your skis off at the water treatment plan). As for going West, I don\'t know. It must get better again. Must try another time.
Very good snow coverage all the way. Nice skier tracksetting (good depth), I must say. Quite level and regular. The only difficulty was that the poles would often sink quite deep. It made for a greater butt/leg workout. ;)
A good one to do recreationally. Very pleasant scenery. And the sunset was absolutely fantastic.
Saw quite a few skiers and snowshoers. And kids toboganing at Kitchissipi beach.
You could probably ski all the way down to the War Museum (taking your skis off at the water treatment plan). As for going West, I don\'t know. It must get better again. Must try another time.
Jan 11 (3w, 3d) by Jo-Ann Holden from P20
from P20 Trails Skied: 40 [1.8km], Glide Wax: , Grip Wax: green something
(not sure what trails to click) I took a friend who is a brand new skier. We didn't stay as long as planned because it was really a bit too icy for a beginner. There is MUCH less snow than in Gatineau Park or even on the Rockcliffe River pathways. However, for a quick ski outing and a minimum of driving, it's not too bad. There were thoroughly skied-in tracks. With a bit more snow, it will be quite pleasant. Someone told us that it is machine groomed from time to time. ???
Most times we have to work with skier made tracks that are usually fair to good at best and as long as the walkers don't mess up the trails. Oh, and that's the other thing... the walkers are really respecting the 'do not walk' on the tracks signage this year. Get out and enjoy these 'rare' conditions!