Friends of Ellenwood Park

OK… You can stop now!  I know that I asked all of you to keep your fingers crossed for snow, but enough’s enough already!  Then again, I shouldn’t be surprised.  Cross-country skiers are such a motivated bunch;-)

Stephen is out at the Park and has the trails all ready for you!  There was so much snow that he had to go over it a few times with the snow mobile to compact it a bit before he was able to run the groomer and set the ski tracks, but it’s all done now.  So get out there and ENJOY THE SNOW!  The conditions are perfect:-)

The roads are in great shape (surprisingly) and it’s no trouble getting to Ellenwood.  Brian and Stephen are currently manning the ski cabin and loaning out equipment, as promised. Some of us still have to dig ourselves out of our driveways!  The cabin will be warm and welcoming this afternoon, one way or another… stove lit and chocolate hot!

Don’t let Stephen do all that hard work for nothing… C’mon out and SKI why don’t ya???  Please review our trail safety tips before you head out.  Click on ‘Skiing At The Park’.

Not quite enough snow to run the groomer this morning, but maybe overnight!  The forecast is favourable:-)  We’ll keep on top of the weather conditions for you and see if we can get things up and running at the cabin tomorrow.  As always… refer here for updates before you head out.

I can hardly wait!

With snow in the forecast this weekend, you can be sure that The Friends of Ellenwood will be prepared!  We have our fingers crossed that there will be enough snow to  have the walking path groomed and the ski tracks set!  The cabin will be open from noon until 4:00 on Sunday and (if the conditions are good) skis and snowshoes will be available for you to borrow. Plan a walk down to the ski cabin for a hot drink and a chat by the wood stove. We love visitors! Could there be a better, healthier way to start the New Year?  Spread the word! Why not ask a friend to join you?

Keep your eyes on the skies and then check our website for updates.

Our equipment is loaned free of charge, but we count on your donations to keep us going. Your generosity is greatly appreciated!  Click on the ‘Skiing at the Park’ tab on our Home Page for detailed information and to review important safety tips.

Saturday, November 19th We have a good old fashioned MARSHMALLOW ROAST and CAMPFIRE planned from 7:00 to 9:00 PM We’ll share a few campfire tales and some local lore along with the marshmallows! This is a great event for the kids (since there’s no school the next day;-) Bring your favourite toasting fork if you’ve got one or use ours if you don’t. A flashlight and an old blanket or two will also be a good idea. This event will be cancelled in case of rain or strong wind.

TODAY…      Sunday, October 23^rd from  2 to 4 PM                                                                       Who’s afraid of a little wind?   We’ll be turning pumpkins into Jack ‘o Lanterns today at the ski cabin.  We’ll have a fire blazing in the wood stove and hot chocolate to warm you up so come on out and join in the fun!

Pumpkins and carving tools will be supplied courtesy of the Friends of Ellenwood Park. Dress for the outdoors! It’s an easy 20 minute walk from the main gate down to the ski cabin.              Rain date: Oct. 30th

This is a free event, but your donations are always greatly appreciated!

Thanksgiving is just around the corner so it’s the perfect time for us to wish all of our Members and Subscribers a very Happy Thanksgiving with your friends and family!

The Friends of Ellenwood Park have their own reasons to be thankful.  YOU!  Your interest, participation, and donations are what keep us going.  Our free ski lending program has grown because of YOU!  So we hope you will forgive us for sending out this timely reminder…

It’s time to renew your FOEP membership for another year.  To find out how, click on the Be A Friend tab on our Home Page.  You’ll find a printable version of our Support form there along with instructions about where to send it.  Your memberships keep our events eventful – so please renew today.  We can’t do what we do without YOU!

Happy Thanksgiving everyone from the Friends of Ellenwood  Park!

Sunday, October 16th  –  2 to 4 PM  Back by popular demand, Sue Hutchins will join us at the ski cabin for a PHOTOGRAPHY WORKSHOP – just in time to take advantage of the fall colours! Sue will talk about light, shapes, focusing techniques and much more.  All you’ll need is an open mind, a functioning camera, and some spare batteries.

This is a workshop for adults only and will take place, rain or shine.  Plan for an easy 20 minute walk down to the cabin from the Mood Road gate and please be prompt. Assistance is available for those with mobility issues. Call Chris at 902-881-2658 to register for this course. Registration for this event is limited to 10.  Call soon! Don’t miss this great opportunity.  This is a free event, but your donations are always appreciated by the Friends of Ellenwood Park .  We can’t do what we do without YOU!

Sue Hutchins & friend

Our CORN BOIL fundraiser took place TODAY, despite the wind and fog!  Thanks to everyone who came out to show their support and that includes the Moonlight Swing Band who treated folks to some truly toe tappin’ tunes while they munched on that hot, buttery corn-on-the-cob.  What could be better?              
                                           
The kids (both young and old) had fun with our “dry land skis” and the donations we received will go a long way towards keeping our ski trails plowed this winter.  We really can’t do what we do without YOU and we can’t thank you enough.  Be sure to keep an eye on the Upcoming Events tab on our home page for what’s up next.  We’d love to see you more often!

Saturday, August 13^th: 8 PM

Paddle to the Perseids at Ellenwood Lake Provincial Park

Join Song of the Paddle for an unobstructed view of the Perseids Meteor Shower. Bring your own boat or rent one from Song of the Paddle. To register for this guided star hike contact www.thesongofthepaddle.com    Call Deanna at 902-648-3540 for more information. 

This event is weather dependent. Rain date: August 12th or 14^th