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Planning your winter adventures? A little preparation now can go a long way.

Here are 5 simple ways to save on skiing and snowboarding this season:

❄️ Buy early. Many ski areas offer the best pricing before the season begins.

🎟️ Take advantage of programs like the Canadian Lift Pass. It's a great way to experience multiple participating ski areas while saving on lift tickets.

⛷️ Try a beginner program. Many resorts offer affordable learn-to-ski and snowboard packages that include lessons, rentals, and lift access.

🏔️ Visit a community ski area. Local hills are often an excellent, budget-friendly way to learn, build confidence, and spend more time on snow.

🎿 Check out ski swaps and multi-day passes. Buying used gear or taking advantage of multi-day ticket options can help make winter more affordable.

The earlier you start planning, the more opportunities you'll have to save, and the more time you'll spend enjoying the slopes this winter.

What tip would you add to the list?


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Mount Cain is a ski hill built by its community, and more than 50 years later, that community is still at its heart.

The story began in the early 1970s, when skiers and snowmobilers on North Vancouver Island began searching for a place where surrounding communities could ski. What followed was a remarkable local effort.

Loggers helped clear trails. Teachers, foresters, businesses, and volunteers contributed their time and expertise. Students from North Island Secondary School even helped build Mount Cain’s iconic base lodge using logs that had been cut locally.

That community involvement never disappeared.

Today, volunteers and staff work together on everything from maintaining the 16-kilometre access road and operating lifts to grooming, patrol, and ticket sales.

Mount Cain has also become an important first workplace for young people in the region, with generations growing up on the mountain, learning to ski, and landing their first jobs there.

It’s a powerful example of what a community ski area can become when people believe it’s worth building, and worth keeping.

What community ski hill holds a special place in your heart?

Read the full Mount Cain story from the Canadian Ski Hall of Fame: https://skimuseum.ca/community-ski-areas/mount-cain/


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Ski season ends, but mountain season doesn’t. ☀️🏔️

There’s still plenty happening at Baldy Mountain Resort through late summer and into fall.

Stop by for coffee and mountain retail, make a day of one of the long weekend BBQs, check out what’s happening over Labour Day weekend, or start looking ahead to the Larix Trail Run in October.

It’s a chance to experience Baldy from a completely different perspective, and stay connected to the mountain while we wait for the snow to return.

See what’s happening at Baldy and plan your visit: https://baldyresort.com/

What late summer or fall event are you looking forward to most?


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Every skier and snowboarder remembers their first run.

It may not have been perfect, but it was the beginning of something special.

This International Youth Day, we're celebrating the young people who embrace winter, build confidence through new experiences, and discover the joy of being active outdoors.

Whether that first experience came through a school trip, a family outing, a local ski club, or a lesson with an instructor, those moments often spark a lifelong connection to skiing, snowboarding, and Canada's incredible winter landscapes.

Helping young people discover the outdoors today means creating the next generation of confident skiers, snowboarders, and lifelong winter enthusiasts.

Who inspired your love of snow? We'd love to hear your story. 👇


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Years from now, your kids may not remember the gear they wore on their first ski trip.

They’re more likely to remember how it felt: the excitement of trying something new, the laughter that came with learning, the pride after finishing a run, and the time spent together as a family.

Introducing children to skiing or snowboarding isn’t about getting everything perfect on the first day. It’s about helping them build confidence, celebrate small wins, and discover a new way to enjoy winter.

If this is the season you’ve been thinking about getting your kids on snow, the SnowStart Kidz Pass is a great place to start.

Could this be the winter your family discovers skiing or snowboarding together?


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You know it as Glen Eden in the winter. When ski season ends, the property transitions into Kelso, an outdoor recreation destination with plenty of ways to make the most of summer. ☀️💦

Families can take on the giant Kelso Cove floating waterpark, hike or mountain bike the trails, explore the lake by canoe, kayak or paddleboard, tackle the Challenge Course, or spend an afternoon at the beach.

It’s a great example of how Canadian ski areas and their surrounding destinations continue bringing people outdoors long after the snow melts.

There’s still time to fit in another summer adventure. Have you visited Kelso Cove yet?

Explore Kelso and plan your visit: https://www.conservationhalton.ca/parks/kelso/


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Believe it or not, summer is one of the best times to prepare for winter. ❄️

Whether you're planning family ski trips or counting down to your first day on the slopes, a little planning now can make the season even better.

Here's your winter prep checklist:

✅ Secure your season pass or SnowStart Kidz Pass

✅ Book accommodations for busy weekends

✅ Take advantage of end-of-season gear sales

✅ Enroll in ski or snowboard programs before spots fill up

✅ Get inspired by watching ski films and planning your next mountain adventure

The countdown to ski season has already begun!

Learn more about the SnowStart Kidz Pass and help your young skier or snowboarder enjoy an unforgettable winter: https://goskiinggosnowboarding.ca/


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August is packed with opportunities to get outside, challenge yourself, and connect with the incredible community at Hardwood Ski and Bike.

Whether you're joining the Wednesday Night Race Series, registering for a youth mountain biking program, preparing for Timber24, or simply heading out for a ride on the trails, there's something for every age, experience level, and goal.

Hardwood has built a community where beginners feel welcome, experienced riders stay challenged, and everyone can enjoy the outdoors together.

No matter how you choose to ride, August is the perfect time to explore everything Hardwood has to offer.

What August adventure are you looking forward to most at Hardwood?

Learn more here: https://hardwoodskiandbike.ca/


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