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Loch Lomond is calling…

 

KIWISSA SENDING SKIERS TO LOCH LOMOND

by Karina Hunte

Kiwissa Ski Centre

Kiwissa Ski Club, had offered those purchasing memberships prior to opening day, an added incentive this year, the opportunity to have their name entered to win a 2 night stay at the Nor’Wester Resort Hotel, 4 full day passes at Loch Lomond and a $50 Nor’Wester Gift Card.  At the end of the day, skiers and snowboarders gathered in the chalet for the draw; Linda Hedderson, Kiwissa Ski Club, presented lucky winner, Karina Hunter (Yes!That’s me) with the generous prize package on behalf of the club. I was thrilled to win the package which really is ‘all inclusive’ as I will be able to use the gift card to eat at the Nor’Wester Resort’s restaurant during my ski adventure in Thunder Bay; a big Thank You, to the Club for adding this great incentive to the purchase of my membership at Kiwissa! Many skiers and snowboarders bought their memberships early this year because of the prize package offered by the club, for my kids and I, it certainly paid off. 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Cody Oseicki and Devan Pelletier riding the T-lift, ready to hit the Main.

Cody Oseicki and Devan Pelletier riding the T-lift, ready to hit the Main.

Cody Oseicki and Devan Pelletier riding the T-lift, ready to hit the Main.

Cody Oseicki and Devan Pelletier riding the T-lift, ready to hit the Main.

 

More photos from opening day…

 Skiers and snowboarders share the Main, opening day at the Kiwissa Ski Centre. had a great opening day yesterday, December 21st, as many skiers and snowboarders came out to enjoy the beautiful weather and pristine conditions at the Manitouwadge hill. The Main Run, having been prepped for the past 2 weeks with artificial snow blown from eight snow guns on to it and the T-Bar Lift path during daily 16 hour shifts, was ideal for intermediate and advanced skiers to enjoy, while less experienced ski and snowboard enthusiast stuck to the Beginner Hill next to the chalet. The Beginner Hill with its gradual incline, easy-to-use tow lift and affordable price (just $5/person or $10/family for a full day) offers new skiers and snowboarders the perfect place to hone their skills, parents enjoy watching in comfort from the Chalet windows. Officials are hoping Mother Nature will lend a helping hand that they might have the Pine Run and others on the main hill open during the holiday break. 

Accepting my Nor'Wester/Loch Lomond Ski Weekend Package from Linda Hedderson of the Kiwissa Ski Club which provided the incredible, all inclusive, prize.

Submitted to The Echo and the Chronicle Journal, 12.22.09  

 

 

 

 

 

 

Cody Oseicki and Devan Pelletier riding the T-lift, ready to hit the Main.

Cody Oseicki and Devan Pelletier riding the T-lift, ready to hit the Main.

Cody Oseicki and Devan Pelletier riding the T-lift, ready to hit the Main.

Cody Oseicki and Devan Pelletier riding the T-lift, ready to hit the Main.

 

More photos from opening day…

 Skiers and snowboarders share the Main, opening day at the Kiwissa Ski Centre. Accepting my Nor'Wester/Loch Lomond Ski Weekend Package from Linda Hedderson of the Kiwissa Ski Club which provided the incredible, all inclusive, prize.

Submitted to The Echo and the Chronicle Journal, 12.22.09  

 

 

Kiwissa Ski Centre had a great opening day yesterday, December 21st, as many skiers and snowboarders came out to enjoy the beautiful weather and pristine conditions at the Manitouwadge hill. The Main Run, having been prepped for the past 2 weeks with artificial snow blown from eight snow guns on to it and the T-Bar Lift path during daily 16 hour shifts, was ideal for intermediate and advanced skiers to enjoy, while less experienced ski and snowboard enthusiast stuck to the Beginner Hill next to the chalet. The Beginner Hill with its gradual incline, easy-to-use tow lift and affordable price (just $5/person or $10/family for a full day) offers new skiers and snowboarders the perfect place to hone their skills, parents enjoy watching in comfort from the Chalet windows. Officials are hoping Mother Nature will lend a helping hand that they might have the Pine Run and others on the main hill open during the holiday break. 

Kiwissa Ski Club, had offered those purchasing memberships prior to opening day, an added incentive this year, the opportunity to have their name entered to win a 2 night stay at the Nor’Wester Resort Hotel, 4 full day passes at Loch Lomond and a $50 Nor’Wester Gift Card.  At the end of the day, skiers and snowboarders gathered in the chalet for the draw; Linda Hedderson, Kiwissa Ski Club, presented lucky winner, Karina Hunter (Yes!That’s me) with the generous prize package on behalf of the club. I was thrilled to win the package which really is ‘all inclusive’ as I will be able to use the gift card to eat at the Nor’Wester Resort’s restaurant during my ski adventure in Thunder Bay; a big Thank You, to the Club for adding this great incentive to the purchase of my membership at Kiwissa! Many skiers and snowboarders bought their memberships early this year because of the prize package offered by the club, for my kids and I, it certainly paid off. 

 

 

 

 

Cody Oseicki and Devan Pelletier riding the T-lift, ready to hit the Main.

Cody Oseicki and Devan Pelletier riding the T-lift, ready to hit the Main.

Cody Oseicki and Devan Pelletier riding the T-lift, ready to hit the Main.

Cody Oseicki and Devan Pelletier riding the T-lift, ready to hit the Main.

 

More photos from opening day…

 Skiers and snowboarders share the Main, opening day at the Kiwissa Ski Centre. had a great opening day yesterday, December 21st, as many skiers and snowboarders came out to enjoy the beautiful weather and pristine conditions at the Manitouwadge hill. The Main Run, having been prepped for the past 2 weeks with artificial snow blown from eight snow guns on to it and the T-Bar Lift path during daily 16 hour shifts, was ideal for intermediate and advanced skiers to enjoy, while less experienced ski and snowboard enthusiast stuck to the Beginner Hill next to the chalet. The Beginner Hill with its gradual incline, easy-to-use tow lift and affordable price (just $5/person or $10/family for a full day) offers new skiers and snowboarders the perfect place to hone their skills, parents enjoy watching in comfort from the Chalet windows. Officials are hoping Mother Nature will lend a helping hand that they might have the Pine Run and others on the main hill open during the holiday break. 

Accepting my Nor'Wester/Loch Lomond Ski Weekend Package from Linda Hedderson of the Kiwissa Ski Club which provided the incredible, all inclusive, prize.

Submitted to The Echo and the Chronicle Journal, 12.22.09  

 

 

 

 

 

 

Cody Oseicki and Devan Pelletier riding the T-lift, ready to hit the Main.

Cody Oseicki and Devan Pelletier riding the T-lift, ready to hit the Main.

Cody Oseicki and Devan Pelletier riding the T-lift, ready to hit the Main.

Cody Oseicki and Devan Pelletier riding the T-lift, ready to hit the Main.

 

More photos from opening day…

 Skiers and snowboarders share the Main, opening day at the Kiwissa Ski Centre. had a great opening day yesterday, December 21st, as many skiers and snowboarders came out to enjoy the beautiful weather and pristine conditions at the Manitouwadge hill. The Main Run, having been prepped for the past 2 weeks with artificial snow blown from eight snow guns on to it and the T-Bar Lift path during daily 16 hour shifts, was ideal for intermediate and advanced skiers to enjoy, while less experienced ski and snowboard enthusiast stuck to the Beginner Hill next to the chalet. The Beginner Hill with its gradual incline, easy-to-use tow lift and affordable price (just $5/person or $10/family for a full day) offers new skiers and snowboarders the perfect place to hone their skills, parents enjoy watching in comfort from the Chalet windows. Officials are hoping Mother Nature will lend a helping hand that they might have the Pine Run and others on the main hill open during the holiday break. 

Accepting my Nor'Wester/Loch Lomond Ski Weekend Package from Linda Hedderson of the Kiwissa Ski Club which provided the incredible, all inclusive, prize.

Submitted to The Echo and the Chronicle Journal, 12.22.09  

 

 

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2 Responses to “Loch Lomond is calling…”

  1. Great pics of the ski hill. Brings back a lot of great memories.

  2. Karina says:

    Well, if you want memories, someone was listening… Guess where they’re putting in a new run?? Parrallel to the Bunny off the back side of the hill! Where you ever with Ricky and all of us when you used to make trails down there? I can’t wait to try it!!! There is a Kiwissa Ski Club group on Facebook where Ed & Linda Hedderson are keeping everyone up to date on what’s happening, you should check it out!

    Take care Danny, hope all is well avec la p’tite famille :)
    K.

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