https://ccsam.ca/members/alison/activity/ Activity feed for Alison Steele. Fri, 17 Apr 2026 15:46:36 -0500 https://buddypress.org/?v=11.4.0 en-CA 30 hourly 2 e0c5bd34f3e68b8760c57d8d0cb3f590 https://ccsam.ca/where-to-ski/information/activity/p/12758/ Fri, 03 Apr 2026 13:16:45 -0500 Thursday morning, +1C, partly sunny. Fabulous classic ski on Esker and west Bluestem. Tracks were fast and icy, especially the right side. Flew down Esker hill, thankful for 2 good sets of tracks, but removed my skis to descend Chickadee hill. Some footprints closer to Chickadee parking lot, but not as much damage as expected. Conditions were…Read more

]]> 0 f8281c51e9fab6e91149c25c7949a46f https://ccsam.ca/where-to-ski/information/activity/p/12712/ Mon, 23 Mar 2026 20:27:46 -0500 Monday morning 9:30-11:00, just below freezing; excellent classic tracks on Chickadee, Esker hill, west Bluestem and part of Aspen. There was some tree debris on east Aspen and Blue, where there are many evergreens, but fast (not icy), with great glide on skin skis.

]]> 0 39ba480d074ab5f15521590af87a4be2 https://ccsam.ca/where-to-ski/information/activity/p/12690/ Thu, 19 Mar 2026 22:55:45 -0500 Great morning classic conditions, but once it hit noon, we had trouble with snow sticking to our skis’ kick area; causing tripping, and eventually ski removal for some of us. There is still a good base, and should be plenty of ski days left, but we’d be wise to ski only when the temperature is below freezing. 🤷‍♀️

]]> 1 5c6bd053df74e2fbebf040475d19ed38 https://ccsam.ca/where-to-ski/information/activity/p/12519/ Thu, 19 Feb 2026 22:25:33 -0600 Happy to discover freshly groomed tracks on Thursday at Breezy Bend; however the northeast section has already been trampled by walkers stepping directly in the tracks….duh! New snow and a nice grooming made for good conditions in the areas that weren’t ruined. Kudos to the groomer!

]]> 0 dc8ebbb27eb94e06e1ee3ce1f467a747 https://ccsam.ca/where-to-ski/information/activity/p/12501/ Mon, 16 Feb 2026 23:12:22 -0600 Monday afternoon we classic skied at Kildonan Golf Course. The warm sunshine made for fast, icy, shallow, undefined tracks in places, with no snow cover under the bridge at hole #10. Fair conditions, but a beautiful afternoon to be out!

]]> 0 e3cf3143e2bfd009e6611e0c82e4f413 https://ccsam.ca/where-to-ski/information/activity/p/12465/ Mon, 09 Feb 2026 22:39:56 -0600 Monday afternoon I enjoyed a classic ski at Breezy Bend Golf Course. Recently groomed single tracks were fast and mostly good, with some icy and/or shallow areas along the 4.3km. I rate it a 7/10.
After BBGC, I checked out the classic loop at Living Prairie. Tracks were trampled and/or blown in, as the entire 1.4km is in the open field. Lots of…Read more

]]> 0 0f5d52626a863cda48b1157365076f9f https://ccsam.ca/where-to-ski/information/activity/p/12432/ Wed, 04 Feb 2026 22:45:20 -0600 Nice ski on Esker Wednesday afternoon, but we were surprised to see no recent grooming. Esker was double skier tracked and well used, but Lime Kiln was just a single. Esker hill had no tracks for most of the top section. Good conditions with soft snow on the hills.

]]> 0 4050c5fcb4da9004d875fc4890676c1e https://ccsam.ca/where-to-ski/information/activity/p/12419/ Tue, 03 Feb 2026 01:34:49 -0600 We classic skied at Windsor Park Monday afternoon on excellent tracks. Beautifully groomed for skate and classic, although the cooler temperature slowed us down. Saw many deer!

]]> 0 00080222b0212ebe367756fc827616a2 https://ccsam.ca/where-to-ski/information/activity/p/12299/ Thu, 15 Jan 2026 17:48:25 -0600 Thursday morning we classic skied at Bourkevale CC. Nice double tracks on land and on the Assiniboine River for a total loop of nearly 5km. With the recent rain and warmth, the tracks were fast and icy, but a good option with mostly flat terrain. Thanks to the groomers!

]]> 0 1d6e8ac2c749676e15017258a14eff78 https://ccsam.ca/where-to-ski/information/activity/p/12280/ Tue, 13 Jan 2026 00:17:51 -0600 Early Monday afternoon skied Beaudry’s Grape and Elm at -1C. Classic tracks were very good, fast but not as icy as expected after yesterday’s freezing rain. Glad for my skins as I dislike using sticky wax.

]]> 0 9ee5537a028888a8210836350d190ab9 https://ccsam.ca/where-to-ski/information/activity/p/12125/ Wed, 31 Dec 2025 00:53:27 -0600 Tuesday lunchtime – skied parts of Chickadee, Esker and Aspen. Classic tracks were good, well-skied in by the many folks out today. The Esker hill was fun but slower than usual with the recent snow. GUR had an inch of new snow on a packed surface, with a few V’s and some fatbike tracks. Nice to be out before 2026!

]]> 0 140cacdb4f074bf60b6e6230a1cecebf https://ccsam.ca/where-to-ski/information/activity/p/11932/ Mon, 31 Mar 2025 21:25:59 -0500 Monday noon – 2:00, we skied parts of Esker, Chickadee and Lime Kiln. Skier-made single tracks were variable and getting sloppy….not great. I agree with Kevin’s assessment. Lime Kiln was the better of the three, even though it had footprints, horse hoofprints, fatbike tire tracks, and snowmobile tracks on parts of it. Aside from us die-hard…Read more

]]> 0 bbdd027c6cad696c62578c33de0030e7 https://ccsam.ca/where-to-ski/information/activity/p/11908/ Tue, 25 Mar 2025 15:28:11 -0500 Monday 11:00-1:00, with temperatures just below freezing, west Bluestem and most of Aspen were still very good, with fabulous glide. Unfortunately many hikers assume that the ski season is over and have been walking on the tracks while they’re soft, especially Chickadee.

]]> 0 24023884fb9d086cc23eed7ae1bb9e1c https://ccsam.ca/where-to-ski/information/activity/p/11880/ Tue, 18 Mar 2025 00:56:09 -0500 Late Monday morning we skied most of Esker, west Bluestem and parts of Chickadee. Tracks were icy and super-fast with a few thinning patches. Esker was the best, and Chickadee was the worst because of all the footprints. The weekend winds blew many cones into the tracks on the sections with lots of evergreens…avoid them if possible.

]]> 0 cb9b47d3cba12d9cff8c68fecce77feb https://ccsam.ca/where-to-ski/information/activity/p/11864/ Thu, 13 Mar 2025 21:32:35 -0500 Thursday morning we had a great ski on Lime Kiln. Tracks were still in very good shape; except in the open area, where they were undefined. Minimal debris today, and good glide with a light layer of fresh snow. I didn’t ski it, but the Spruce trail looked ideal for skate skiing. Don’t give up on the ski season yet…there’s still a good base at…Read more

]]> 0 e03f96de4609e0132102921f75f95949 https://ccsam.ca/where-to-ski/information/activity/p/11788/ Thu, 27 Feb 2025 01:04:13 -0600 Wednesday morning we skied parts of Esker, Chickadee and Lime Kiln. Conditions were still very good, but a bit icy and fast after Sunday’s rain…..double poling most of way! Lots of pine cones to watch for on the trails that run parallel to the road. Not many skiers out, but big smiles from the few enjoying the beautiful day!

]]> 0 45c5262f7c821a574b0c8eb883302ea4 https://ccsam.ca/where-to-ski/information/activity/p/11688/ Fri, 07 Feb 2025 23:34:33 -0600 Beautiful classic ski at Wildwood Friday afternoon. Very nicely groomed (thanks Brent!!), with great glide. Many other skiers out enjoying ideal conditions for classic and skate.

]]> 0 d5e48185b1810dfe31b2fd466a0749ef https://ccsam.ca/where-to-ski/information/activity/p/11600/ Sun, 26 Jan 2025 23:02:19 -0600 Sunday afternoon we enjoyed an awesome classic ski on the Blue Moon, Club Trail and Rogers Pass. The grooming was near perfection but the strong winds were blowing in snow at the open areas and road crossings. Very friendly folks and a nice warm clubhouse topped off a great day. Thanks for sharing these beautiful trails….always a treat!

]]> 0 afa0143992d59ceaa9a209d11c0027b4 https://ccsam.ca/where-to-ski/information/activity/p/11454/ Sat, 11 Jan 2025 22:01:39 -0600 Saturday morning we classic skied BHP, and despite no recent grooming, the tracks are in good shape, and well skied-in; with today’s new snow slowing down the glide. The hills were soft and safe, and debris was minimal. Very full parking lot at the stables.

]]> 0 daefdaa8b3ef429ff5ce7c22bf521fce https://ccsam.ca/where-to-ski/information/activity/p/11450/ Sat, 11 Jan 2025 00:31:39 -0600 Friday afternoon we classic skied at Assiniboine Park. Thankfully, the groomer was out renovating the sloppy tracks, as grooming was much needed! Trails should be in better shape for the weekend activities. Skating on the pond was great, and there’s a sauna for rent nearby.

]]> 0 96c06210b3201a866e2bb8511d5caa01 https://ccsam.ca/where-to-ski/information/activity/p/11433/ Thu, 09 Jan 2025 21:15:28 -0600 Early Thursday afternoon we classic skied the trails, and were delighted by the excellent grooming taking place while we skied. The snow was soft, but with good kick and glide. There was no debris or ice, and the skate surface was perfect corduroy. Kudos to the groomer!

]]> 0 4ab8fa56bb291bf14b4c7b9eab7f15ee https://ccsam.ca/where-to-ski/information/activity/p/11370/ Tue, 31 Dec 2024 13:45:21 -0600 Monday morning we classic skied parts of Esker, Chickadee and Aspen. Tracks were fast and not as icy as expected, but with lots of tree debris, and straw where the hayrides cross the tracks. We observed the GUR was hard and icy with lots of debris….not ideal.

]]> 0 ab262a2befba62d267bf27c6401ddfe4 https://ccsam.ca/where-to-ski/information/activity/p/11329/ Sat, 28 Dec 2024 19:28:38 -0600 Saturday morning we skied Grape, Elm and Basswood. Tracks were icy and fast, with a little debris. The snow is deteriorating at the river crossings, so we removed our skis to walk across. Pretty quiet for a mild, sunny Saturday…great day to be out!

]]> 0 ea409f3f0924c76d39aea660e40d7327 https://ccsam.ca/where-to-ski/information/activity/p/11288/ Sun, 22 Dec 2024 21:02:08 -0600 Late Sunday morning we skied Lime Kiln. Classic tracks were well defined, with great glide. Just a few thin patches beneath the evergreens, so rock skis weren’t needed. Beautiful day, with a parking lot full of outdoor enthusiasts. Seasons greetings to all!

]]> 0 b8adb62542adca13820bffc0b930df96 https://ccsam.ca/where-to-ski/information/activity/p/11111/ Fri, 06 Dec 2024 21:59:07 -0600 Friday morning I dusted off the rock skis and enjoyed the season’s first ski on Chickadee, west Aspen, and the Esker hill. There’s mostly just one uneven, sloppy classic track. I found the best skiing on the packed hiker’s tracks on Chickadee. No skate ski tracks on Group Use or Spruce yet, with about 2″ of loose snow. Beautiful day!

]]> 0 fcc1a59d8033202b876d8add31505b1d https://ccsam.ca/where-to-ski/information/activity/p/10935/ Mon, 11 Mar 2024 21:49:00 -0500 Monday morning Lime Kiln was pure ice…fast and fun double-poling most of the way!

]]> 0 c57b47540f92edec9f55f5a0bb83822b https://ccsam.ca/where-to-ski/information/activity/p/10904/ Fri, 08 Mar 2024 14:21:03 -0600 Thursday afternoon we enjoyed a classic ski on freshly groomed trails. Tracks were pristine, but still a bit soft from 2 major snowfalls this week, and the tracks were collapsing beneath our skis. Thanks to the groomer for being prompt!

]]> 0 49b05ce12b3af63c0cb427c6b1779ea2 https://ccsam.ca/where-to-ski/information/activity/p/10807/ Mon, 19 Feb 2024 21:44:11 -0600 Beautiful Monday ski at Agassiz. Tracks are good but with a few stems/sticks; and down to bare ground in a few places, especially on the Blue and Red trails. We enjoyed the Yellow loop, an improvement to the former out-and-back route. Thanks to the Nilssons!

]]> 0 501e9e731377e3c4b630bbd5fb52194b https://ccsam.ca/where-to-ski/information/activity/p/10798/ Sat, 17 Feb 2024 19:53:26 -0600 Saturday morning we had an excellent ski on Bluestem! Conditions are firm and fast with a little ice in the exposed areas. Kudos to park staff for the beautiful grooming job!

]]> 0 b821b89c8e7fb9cb0a5f4629eb793f29 https://ccsam.ca/where-to-ski/information/activity/p/10769/ Mon, 12 Feb 2024 12:55:20 -0600 Sunday morning we enjoyed a ski on Esker, Chickadee and Lime Kiln. Tracks were slower than expected, but not icy and in surprisingly good condition, considering all the recent warm weather and rain. There was about an inch of new snow that was well skied in, and made the tower hill safe to ski down.

]]> 0 02d6fa9c67f0ea55f61240ff39c225c8 https://ccsam.ca/where-to-ski/information/activity/p/10676/ Tue, 30 Jan 2024 12:28:04 -0600 Monday morning we skied Chickadee and west Bluestem. Tracks were firm and well defined. Keeping fingers crossed that the upcoming warm temperatures don’t ruin the excellent conditions.

]]> 0 1142d9a21f3e9101f3c39a8510fde569 https://ccsam.ca/where-to-ski/information/activity/p/10664/ Sun, 28 Jan 2024 20:20:00 -0600 Sunday early afternoon many skiers were out enjoying the nice weather and great classic trails. Both river crossings are open and we especially enjoyed the Basswood…conditions were very good to excellent.

]]> 0 7a53a5e3691987e170892442b99e12e6 https://ccsam.ca/where-to-ski/information/activity/p/10623/ Mon, 22 Jan 2024 14:20:18 -0600 Sunday at lunchtime we skied Lime Kiln. Classic tracks were very good, except in the open areas where it was blown in from Saturday’s wind and where an errant snowmobile had travelled along it for a good distance. Also drove up Nimowin Road to check out the Spruce trail. It was groomed corduroy with many footprints near the parking lot.

]]> 0 d28733ea725a839c8d4360bb8125d9b9 https://ccsam.ca/where-to-ski/information/activity/p/10063/ Sat, 08 Apr 2023 21:45:44 -0500 Great ski Saturday morning on Bluestem, Esker, Lime Kiln and Aspen! Conditions were firm and super-fast when we started, but softening by noon. Lots of skiers out there enjoying the beautiful sunny day, and possibly last classic outing. Hope it cools off enough so the trails will still be skiable!

]]> 0 977d16e06d22536f315b84218b4612ba https://ccsam.ca/where-to-ski/information/activity/p/10005/ Fri, 31 Mar 2023 19:50:35 -0500 Friday afternoon (-3C) the Spruce trail was softening in the sun-drenched areas, and there’s a bare patch near the NW loop. Still good snow coverage and should be skiable for a while yet…enjoy!

]]> 1 bec45af51ee8dd7865eb49ffc4151108 https://ccsam.ca/where-to-ski/information/activity/p/9994/ Wed, 29 Mar 2023 23:57:06 -0500 Spruce was also groomed today – kudos to park staff!

]]> 0 e42b6ae039507150b0f2e07131d2d53a https://ccsam.ca/where-to-ski/information/activity/p/9982/#acomment-9984 Mon, 27 Mar 2023 23:43:29 -0500 When I left at about 3:30, the GUR was not groomed. Perhaps they groomed Aspen due to the deer carcass.

In reply to - Alison Steele posted an update in the group Birds Hill Provincial Park Monday afternoon Aspen was freshly groomed, but Bluestem and Esker were not. Tracks are still good although getting wide in a few spots. Lots […] ]]> da3d77ec800a112ede6074187a63da60 https://ccsam.ca/where-to-ski/information/activity/p/9982/ Mon, 27 Mar 2023 21:11:52 -0500 Monday afternoon Aspen was freshly groomed, but Bluestem and Esker were not. Tracks are still good although getting wide in a few spots. Lots of ski days left – get out and enjoy great spring conditions!

]]> 2 2e5b901d997a14f1ba18f68b3ecbc8a0 https://ccsam.ca/where-to-ski/information/activity/p/9973/ Sun, 26 Mar 2023 21:41:10 -0500 Early Sunday afternoon we skied Orange, Green and Yellow. We tried to ski Blue, but it was blown in. At -2C tracks were fast and fun with lots of debris that did not stick to our skis. There were a few sun-drenched areas where the tracks were starting to soften, but there’s still ample snow, and these trails should still be skiable into April.…Read more

]]> 0 a318361d3c712a6edcee84810ae74807 https://ccsam.ca/where-to-ski/information/activity/p/9972/ Sun, 26 Mar 2023 21:27:09 -0500 Late Sunday morning we skied Seven Sisters and enjoyed great spring conditions. At -4C it was fast and icy, with shallow classic tracks in a few areas. Thankfully the debris wasn’t sticking to our wax and we all managed to stay upright on the hills. Love this quiet and scenic trail!

]]> 0 49d06bdf0b0aa46773e2385d401ee22d https://ccsam.ca/where-to-ski/information/activity/p/9947/ Wed, 22 Mar 2023 22:02:23 -0500 Wednesday afternoon we skied parts of Lime Kiln, Chickadee and Esker. Yesterday’s debris is covered up by the new snow, and tracks are well skied in. Very good conditions, but not as fast as yesterday.

]]> 0 0c2f51c3daafe1b03104698719e8d02b https://ccsam.ca/where-to-ski/information/activity/p/9944/ Tue, 21 Mar 2023 22:24:04 -0500 Tuesday afternoon 4:00 Lime Kiln was in good condition…firm and fast with a little debris, mostly avoidable. Heard that debris was a problem on Bluestem today with sticky wax picking up the evergreen litter. This is a good time to use waxless skis if you have them!

]]> 0 26ecab53bd722ecf6b21bd775c214cfa https://ccsam.ca/where-to-ski/information/activity/p/9905/#acomment-9908 Wed, 15 Mar 2023 23:28:57 -0500 We skied Bluestem Wednesday afternoon, and agree with Rob about the debris (c’mon deer!). We found the worst section was the southeast leg from Chickadee to the stables, where there are more evergreen trees.

In reply to - Rob Gallos posted an update in the group Birds Hill Provincial Park Today I skied most of the classic trails and everything is groomed and excellent condition. I stand corrected on my previous post. I must have […] ]]> e16aff3563ecc96ab2930d65a3c35345 https://ccsam.ca/where-to-ski/information/activity/p/9823/#acomment-9826 Wed, 01 Mar 2023 12:51:51 -0600 I would just like to add that Spruce has not been groomed for weeks. With about 2″ of loose snow, skate skiing is not ideal.

In reply to - Kevin Miller posted an update in the group Birds Hill Provincial Park Birds Hill Park, Tuesday afternoon, -8° & sunny: Classic: Previous reports from d baniuk and Gary Wickens accurately describe […] ]]> 81d71cc515680ad945968217a2dc01da https://ccsam.ca/where-to-ski/information/activity/p/9814/ Mon, 27 Feb 2023 13:02:45 -0600 Sunday we classic skied Pumpkin Creek’s Mystery Tour and Blue Moon. The sunny milder day brought plenty of happy folks out for this event, and the skiing was excellent. The trails were expertly groomed and exciting (always!)…..kudos to the groomers and organizers!

]]> 0 39325d7f994976f68f85ab72424856d9 https://ccsam.ca/where-to-ski/information/activity/p/9781/ Mon, 20 Feb 2023 00:56:07 -0600 Sunday afternoon we spent the afternoon skiing the lovely trails at Bittersweet. The new snow was a blessing on the hills. Met many nice folks doing a great job making skiers feel welcome. Thanks to all the families that work hard to make this a great ski destination. Good job on the poker derby/silent auction, and the chili was delicious!

]]> 1 3dbbea7089bcbd8a417842b0216cfd66 https://ccsam.ca/where-to-ski/information/activity/p/9763/ Fri, 17 Feb 2023 22:11:14 -0600 Friday afternoon we skijored the north half of Spruce. Seemed like it had been recently groomed, and was in really nice condition. There’s some tree litter, but the trail was hard-packed with good edge.

]]> 0 87c6c1577e00c09d3be21e9047de6417 https://ccsam.ca/where-to-ski/information/activity/p/9751/ Mon, 13 Feb 2023 22:04:26 -0600 Monday morning classic tracks were excellent – firm and fast with minimal debris. The Group Use Road looked like a lot of skiers had enjoyed it on the weekend, but was also in great shape. Thanks to park staff for Friday’s grooming!

]]> 0 26aa441a08236eb6c160499e5fc14e47 https://ccsam.ca/where-to-ski/information/activity/p/9730/#acomment-9731 Wed, 08 Feb 2023 21:34:03 -0600 …forgot to mention that the north Beaver Loop is only groomed up to the hut, then snowmobile/skier tracked through the creek and beyond.

In reply to - Alison Steele posted an update in the group Grand Beach Provincial Park Wednesday morning we classic skied freshly groomed trails at GB, and found the tracks were good, but a bit shallow in places. The skate deck […] ]]> bb4897ff53ae55088a1caebc8038458e https://ccsam.ca/where-to-ski/information/activity/p/9730/ Wed, 08 Feb 2023 21:30:14 -0600 Wednesday morning we classic skied freshly groomed trails at GB, and found the tracks were good, but a bit shallow in places. The skate deck was loose and uneven, but the soft snow was beneficial on the hills, and the groomer did a nice job of not tracking the hills. Always enjoyable and exciting!

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