FREE – Mobile Ski Library Event at Larters in St.Andrews

Come chill with us all day at a free ski library at Larters Golf and Country Club in St.Andrews!!

Who participates:

Everyone! All welcome. You, your friends, your family…your dog?

What:

Borrow skis for free and try out a ski trail made just for the occasion. Also kicksleds and snowshoes to try. Adaptive equipment is also available for folks with some disabilities. See m0re on that below.

How?
This event is run by Winnipeg Trails, a local non-profit up to all kinds of fun things. Thanks to hundreds of generous Winnipeggers, most of the equipment is donated and now lovingly maintained by Winnipeg Trails staff for your use!

Our mobile library events are proudly supported by the hosting organizations (thank you RM of St.Andrews for this one!)

What do I need to bring:

Warm clothes. Preferably in layers (outdoor winter activity can be warm!) Also bring a great attitude (or, well, whatever attitude you happen to have that day, but just be prepared to leave happy, because that’s the point.)  😊

If coming in the evening, you may wish to bring a headlamp if you have one. If the clouds permit, its a full moon and should be nice and visible there.  How romantic…

Are there accessible washrooms, warm change areas, etc?

There are some accessibility challenges at this site due to the design of the building. Contact us to learn more.

Do I need to RSVP?
Yes please, that helps give us an idea of numbers to expect. If someone joins you at the last minute or you are just hearing about the event and its today, no worries, just come and tell folks to come along. The more the merrier. To RSVP, scroll down and click the button below.

Location and trail map:

Follow the signs to Larters and come see us at the club. Note the map below highlights just one leg of the many trails at Larters. All trails will be open for the event.

How to get there?

Google Maps is probably the best tool. Click here and choose your preferred mode of transportation.

Can I reserve ski boots or other equipment?

All equipment for the mobile ski library events is first come first serve. But dont worry. Its rare that people wait long.

I am a beginner, do you provide instruction?

We love it. Beginners make us very happy. That’s why we’re here. We’re happy to give the basic tips to everyone.

Can kids come?

You bet. 1000%

Are their supports available for persons with disabilities?
Yes, our goal is to make all our winter events accessible to everyone. Our staff receive training on tips and tricks for different abilities (visual impairments, wheelchair users, etc..) and what we don’t know we are learning together!  We have staff who identify as disabled and some highly specialized staff who have participated at the highest levels in the Paralympics who are very keen to make sure everyone get out here.

If you have any questions – even basic ones such as navigating from the nearby bus stops, or Transit Plus, or simply want to make sure we have the right sit ski equipment for a given physical impairment, its a great idea to reach out as some of the info is specific and some of the equipment can be in high demand.

We would love to welcome you. To confirm adaptive equipment availability at this location or ask questions, please contact our accessibility specialist, Olex Korniiko, at [email protected].

Get skis at the Bicycle Garden. When you rent skis from us, you are supporting our social enterprise and all of the cool programming we do – like these free mobile librairies. Win win.

Find us at Zoogipon at the Duck Pond Shelter at Assiniboine Park. This year, we have made skis and all kinds of equipment available for rent by donation.