AGM November 27th: Call for Nominations closes Nov 17th

| Wendy Shannon

 

Have you ever thought about running for the SLNC Board?  Here is your chance!
The Sovereign Lake Nordic Club is looking for enthusiastic and dedicated members to put their names forward for election to the SLNC Board.  If you have the passion, skills and interest to be a Board member, please run!
The main requirements to be a Board member are a commitment to the Sovereign Lake Nordic Club, an ability to spend 8-12 hours per month on Board activities (which include a monthly Board meeting and active participation on at least one committee), and the willingness to commit to a 2-year term on the Board.
Click here for a detailed description of what’s involved.
The SLNC Board makes a wide range of decisions in conjunction with the General Manager on behalf of the club. (See past meeting minutes for examples). Current Board members say that it’s fun and challenging to work with such a diverse, engaged group of people. You are welcome to talk to any Board member if you’d like to know more.  To put your name forward, by midnight, November 17th, please complete a brief bio (items to include are listed here) and email it to [email protected]. Bios will be posted on the SLNC website at least 5 days prior to the AGM.
Complete details concerning the nomination process, information about the Board, and the election process can be found on the website.Location: Lakers ClubhouseDate:         November 27th

Time:       6:00 pm Registration and Refreshments

                   6:30 pm – 8:15 pm AGM 
Kal Tire: Proud Supporter of Skills Development Across BC
Snow is just around the corner and so is the need for new winter tires!
Starting October 1st winter tires are required on mountain highways including Silverstar Road.This year, Kal Tire has teamed up with Nokian Tyres to offer an exclusive $100 discount for our club members in BC!Did you know that Nokian actually invented the winter tire? And is the only tire manufacturer in the world with its own permanent winter tire testing facility?  And that Nokian is from Finland, one of the world’s great cross country ski nations?  And that Kal Tire is the exclusive retailer of Nokian tires in Canada?

Kal Tire is the proud sponsor of the children’s Skill Development Program (SDP) here in BC, generously supporting grassroots development of our sport.  For many years now, Kal has funded ski playgrounds, adventure trails, roller skis, coach development, youth coaches, program equipment, and more.

To add some fun, the 6 clubs that redeem the most coupons at their local Kal shop(s), on a per-member basis, will win $2000, $1500, $1000, $700, $500, and $300.
Call and book an appointment now!
Check out Kal Tire locations HERE

Thanks for the support on this everyone.  Won’t be long before we’re skiing!
Save-The-Date
Sovereign Lake Nordic Club
Lodge Legacy ProjectProgress Update & Fundraising Kick-off Event
Thursday, October 24, 2024, 6-8 PMColdstream Community Hall: 9909 Kalamalka Rd, Coldstream
Membership has its Benefits
Sovereign Lake Nordic Club Season Pass holders can now experience new trails all over BC at a discounted rate. We are excited to announce new partnerships with Whistler Olympic Park and Caledonia Nordic Ski Club. 
Learn more about these ski areas and think about traveling to one of these beautiful areas this winter.Whistler Olympic Park
Glide through over 55km of Olympic legacy.
Whether you’re an experienced cross-country skier or new to the sport, Whistler Olympic Park offers a serene and inspiring natural setting to explore during winter. As the venue for the Nordic events at the 2010 Winter Games, this world-class venue offers over 55km of expertly groomed ski trails for all abilities, 15km of wilderness snowshoe trails, and a network of dog-friendly ski trails.
Ready to experience the magic of our winter wonderland by exploring on cross-country skis at Whistler Olympic Park? Show your Sovereign Lake 2024-25 ski pass at the gate for 25% off day tickets.Find out more: https://www.whistlerolympicpark.com/things-to-do/cross-country-skiing

Caledonia Nordic Ski Club
The Caledonia Nordic Ski Club (CNSC) is approximately 15 minutes from downtown Prince George, and inside the City of Prince George municipal boundaries. The CNSC is an outdoor enthusiasts playground, winter or summer, with kilometers of maintained advanced to beginner trails weaving through the forest landscape for nordic skiing, and snowshoeing
Show your Sovereign Lake 2024/2025 ski season pass in the lodge for 25% off day tickets.
Find out more: caledonianordic.com

Image above: Whistler Olympic Park
Buy your Sovereign Lake Season Pass Now
First Snowfall Contest
Here at Sovereign Lake Nordic Club, we are seriously passionate about snow!
So much so, that we want to celebrate when it arrives. Furthermore.. we want to reward you on your best (clearly educated of course…) guess at the first snowfall which fully covers our stadium.
Way to go you meteorologist, you!As snow and community are what we are all about, we have three wonderful prizes for our 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place contest winners. Our prizes come to us from our very own front desk, the wonderful Stussi Sport & Ratio Coffee Shop. To spice up the excitement, we will let our 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place contest winners pick the prize which they would like! Prizes / picks will be awarded in order of contest placement.Prize #1: Sovereign Lake Nordic Club Season’s Pass
*If you have already purchased your season’s pass, you will receive a refund.
Prize #2: Stussi Sport: KV+ Tornado poles! *Specific to your required size!*
Prize #3: Ratio Coffee Shop gift basket. (Toque, coffee beans, mug, stickers).

Contest Rules:

  1. Contestants can submit 1 guess each.
  2. Contest submission period ends October 10th, 2024 at 11:59pm.
  3. Contest winner is the individual who has the guess closest (by the minute, hour, day) with full ground coverage of the cross-country stadium. *In the scenario where the winner is an exact tie, 1st place will be awarded to the answer which was recorded first.*
  4. We are utilizing our webcam and video surveillance system to prove when full ground coverage is attained.
  5. You do not have to be local! Let’s spread that snow stoke around for all to enjoy!

Our goal with this contest is to appreciate our lovely community of skiing & snow enthusiasts! We hope you have fun!

For any questions or concerns, please contact Eric: [email protected]
Enter Contest Here
Sept 28th:             Biathlon Parent and Athlete Race Planning Meeting
Oct 1st:                 Club Night Dryland Training
Oct 17th:               SLNDC Fundraising Dinner
Oct 19th:               Officials Level 1 Course-SLNC
Oct 31st:               Program Registration Deadline
Oct 31st:               Early Bird Pass Deadline 
Nov 29th-Dec 1st: CANSI Level 1 Course-SLNC

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