The P’ayak offers cross country skiers the chance to race for cash prizes in one of the most beautiful skiing destinations in Canada.
Amateur cross country skiers are gearing up for the 2013 P’ayakentsut Cross Country Ski Event at Whistler Olympic Park in the Callaghan Valley, presented by Sigge’s, British Columbia’s leading supplier of cross country ski equipment and apparel.
This year’s loppets will take place on February 23 and feature 50, 30 and 15 kilometre cross country courses over a variety of terrain, plus a 2.5 km “sit ski” course for Para-Nordic sitting skiers. Para-Nordic standing skiers are welcome in the 15, 30 and 50 km courses.
There are age divisions and cash prizes for the top three male and female skiers in the 30 and 50 km courses, plus a bonus for the first male and female to reach the top of the hill climb on the second lap. The self-seeding system, based on expected finish times, will keep the start-time action lively.
Participation is expected to be high in this largest amateur race of the season. Whether you are coming to ski or just cheer on the competitors, it is recommended you make your Whistler, BC lodging plans now. Our member bed & breakfast inns will give you personalized accommodations and a morning meal you’ll remember as you make your way to Whistler Olympic Park.
P’ayak Offers a Breathtaking Cross Country Ski Location Overlooking Callaghan Lake
Whistler Olympic Park, one of the largest Nordic recreation areas in North America, was a venue for the Vancouver 2010 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games and provides the ideal setting for the P’ayakentsut races. It is conveniently located 20 minutes from Whistler, 45 minutes from Squamish and 105 minutes from Vancouver, BC.
This park offers over 90 kilometres of recreational cross-country ski trails, more than 20 kilometres of wilderness snowshoe trails and easy access to the Callaghan back-country.
The magnificent full-service Whistler Olympic Park Day Lodge provides far more than respite from the cold. Enjoy a delicious lunch at the Brandywine Cafe or grab quick refreshments from the snack bar, take advantage of ski tuning and waxing facilities, and warm yourself at the fireplace.
More information about the race, including entrance fees, course maps and profiles, prize amounts and more are available from the Sigge’s P’ayakentsut Cross Country Ski Event website.
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What’s Your P’ayak Expectation or Experience?
The P’ayakentsut Cross Country Ski Event was first held in 2011. Since then it has earned it’s place as the premier amateur cross country ski race in Canada.
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