Event Overview

The Buffalo Narrows and Ile a la Crosse Ski Clubs are co-hosting an exciting weekend of skiing on Saturday, March 11th and Sunday, March 12th! This double-header will give participants a beautiful variety of skiing through finely groomed Boreal Forest trails. Both events include during ski support (fires, hot drinks and food), draw prizes and tons of fun. You won't find a better weekend of skiing anywhere else or for a better price!

For travelers, there are several hotels and B&Bs in both Buffalo Narrows and Ile a la Crosse and the communities are just a 45min drive apart. Load up a vehicle with friends and come see what the North has to offer. We look forward to seeing lots of new faces and familiar ones as well!

Please visit the link below for further details:

When : Saturday, March 11th, 2023 at 1:30-4:30 pm

Where : The Buffalo Narrows Waskawahew Trails. When traveling north into town on Hwy155, the signed trailhead with ski chalet and parking will be on your left, 2km after crossing the bridge.

What : Skiers will have 3 hours to complete any combination of 2km, 4.5km, 7.5km or 13km loops through beautiful Boreal Forest. Classic trails total 13km in distance and skate trails total 7.5km in distance. Both styles permitted! There will be aid stations with fires, food and drink provided along the course. Entry fee includes a hot supper, refreshments and prizes at the apres-ski event at Twin Lakes Community School. Complete Event #2 Ile-a-la Crosse Ski Loppet for your dual certificate!

When : Sunday, March 12th, 2023 at 11:00am-2:00pm

Where: The event will start and finish at the Ile-a-la Crosse Ski Trails just outside of beautiful Ile-a-la Crosse, Saskatchewan. Parking is available along the road leading to the trail; you will be directed where to park!

What : Skiers will have 3 hours to complete any distance they desire! Classic trails total approximately 8.5 km (there are a variety of loop distances) and there will be a suitable distance for any level of skier to complete. There will be aid stations with fires, food and drink provided along the course. Entry fee includes great skiing, refreshments and prizes. Complete Event #1 Buffalo Narrows Ski Loppet for your dual event certificate!