Camrose Nordic Centre

Home of Camrose Ski Club

Camrose Ski Club History

Founded in 1911 by Scandinavian settlers with the name of Fram Ski Club, Camrose Ski Club is one of the oldest in Canada. In the early days, jumping was the event that drew the crowds as Stoney Creek Valley filled with up to 3,000 people coming to see the "daring Norwegian flyers."

Based on nordic specialties: cross country skiing, jumping, nordic combined, luge and biathlon, the Camrose Ski Club has produced high-level athletes including Olympians Justine Nordmo and Kari Engstad (Lake Placid, 1932), Clarence and Irvin Servold (Cortina, 1956, and Squaw Valley, 1960), Carol Gison (Canmore, 1988) and Glen Rupertus (Canmore, 1988, Albertville, 1990, and Lillehammer, 1994).

Today a large number of competitive athletes as well as recreational skiers of all ages enjoy the winter wonderland of the beautiful Camrose ski trails.

Camrose Ski Club's trail system has been progressively expanded and improved over the years thanks to contributions from local volunteers, the City of Camrose, the Government of Alberta, the Government of Canada and the Camrose Rotary Club.

Trail System (Map - 160k) (Adobe Acrobat)

Camrose Ski Club currently maintains and grooms two separate systems of ski trails located at Camrose Golf Course and at Stoney Creek Valley.

• Camrose Golf Course
  Access from the clubhouse (5105 - 66 Street)
  Trail Description: Easy 4 km loop (classic/skating) for early season and recreational skiing.
• Camrose Nordic Centre at Stoney Creek Valley
  Access from 39th Avenue, Parkview Drive
  Trail Description - Cross Country
  • Outside loop: 18 km
  • Easy 1.25 km, 2.25 km (lighted)
  • Intermediate 3.75 km, 5 km, 7.5 km
  
  Trail Description - Biathlon
  • Easy 1.25 km, 2 km
  • Intermediate/Advanced 2.5 km, 3.75 km, 5 km, 10 km
• Biathlon Range
  Access from Camrose Drive and 50 Street
  • 32 shooting lanes for small bore rifles only
• Rotary Trail*
  Bi-directional trail linking cross country and biathlon systems.
• Luge Track
  473 meters of ice track for natural luge Access from Camrose Nordic Centre

• Be aware of weather conditions - carry appropriate clothing.
• Plan your outing using a trail map. Select trails withing your ability level.
• Stay on designated trails and obey the one-way travel direction.
• Ski with a partner whenever possible. If alone, notify a friend or family member of your expected time of return.
• Be alert of signs of frostbite, hypothermia or fatigue.
• Carry high-energy food and water.

For the safety of others Step out of the trails when resting. During competitions, please respect the closure of portions of trails and stadium area. Step aside when a faster skier calls "track". Do not walk or cycle on groomed ski trails. For walking or jogging, please use the paved trails. ATVs, skidoos and horses are not allowed on Camrose ski trails.

CAUTION

• There is no trail patrol.
• Winter conditions and wind may cause snow drifts and hazards on the trails. SKI WITH CAUTION.
• Be alert for grooming equipment.
• STEP TO THE SIDE WHEN GROOMING EQUIPMENT IS IN MOTION.

HOME OF THE OLE UFFDA LOPPET AND THE AUGUSTANA VIKINGS

Box 1973
Camrose, Alberta T4V 1X8

We offer programs in Jackrabbit, Luge, Cross Country Skiing, Biathlon and ski jumping.

For information on trail conditions, upcoming events, or to leave a message for the club, please email .

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