- Rental format for 2024-2025 is DROP IN ONLY: Rental hours for this Winter to be confirmed below on ongoing basis + may be subject to change based on weather and snow conditions.
- "Rental Drop In + Pick Up" means you can drop by the lodge and collect your equipment any time within this window; "last gear back time" is 2 hours from the end of the pick up window.
- RENTAL AVAILABILITY:
- No rentals Saturday, March 22 or Sunday 23rd = sorry, rentals closed for rest of the 2024/2025 season.
- Drop in rental times start from the time of pick up and go for a 2 hour time slot.
- All rentals must be returned by 4:30pm as the lodge closes at 5pm
- Payment via e-store (below) or exact cash payment at Rental Room. We cannot guarantee equipment availability so please be prepared to purchase via e-store when on site at Wapiti Nordic.
- Note: Ski and snowshoe rentals do not operate unless temperatures are above -21c. Please do not call the lodge (not always staffed) - if nothing is posted = no rentals available. Trails are still open 24/7- we do not close the trails.
- Prices:
- Snowshoe Package: $14.00 (for 2 hours)
- Skis (Skate or Classic) Package: boots and poles: $20.00 (for 2 hours)
- Kid's Ski or Snowshoe Package: $12.00 (for 2 hours)
- Ski's only: $12 (for 2 hours)
- Poles only: $10 (for 2 hours)
- Boots only: $12 (for 2 hours)
- If required, Adult Day pass: $14.00 (unless you hold an annual membership)
- View Lodge hours here
- Waxing Clinics available throughout the season, see upcoming dates here. Wax room is open whenever the lodge is open.
Rental Basics:
- As a volunteer based club, we have a limited inventory of cross country ski equipment and some snowshoes available for users to rent on a first come, first served basis.
- We will update rental availability for holidays with our extended rental room hours.
- Cash or Online purchase available (QR code) for drop-ins once on site, bring your phone if you plan to pay electronically.
- Drop in rentals available, but pre-booked rentals given priority.
- Rental equipment must be returned to the lodge by 4:30pm!
- Rentals are also dependent on snow conditions - if they are less than ideal and you are a novice skier, our staff/volunteers will use their discretion.
- Rentals only available if the temperature is above -21c (that is, must be -20c or warmer)
- Enjoyed your rentals? Consider purchasing your own equipment for unrestricted access to this fabulous sport! Shop local at Ernie's!
Rental - Ski Package (skis, boots, poles) - DROP IN
Please do not purchase until you are at the lodge and have been issued the equipment as we cannot guarantee availability in advance. Rental is for 2 hours from time of pick up. By purchasing this item it automatically implies your assumption of risk in using Wapiti Nordic trails and equipment. Your electronic receipt = proof of purchase.
Rental - Snowshoe Package (DROP IN)
Please do not purchase until you are at the lodge and have been issued the equipment as we cannot guarantee availability in advance. Rental is for 2 hours from time of pick up. By purchasing this item it automatically implies your assumption of risk in using Wapiti Nordic trails and equipment. Your electronic receipt = proof of purchase. Price includes GST.
Rental - Skis only
Do not purchase until you are at the lodge and have been issued the equipment as we cannot guarantee availability in advance. Rental is for 2 hours from time of pick up. By purchasing this item it automatically implies your assumption of risk in using Wapiti Nordic trails and equipment. Your electronic receipt = proof of purchase. Price includes GST.
Rental - Poles only
Do not purchase until you are at the lodge and have been issued the equipment as we cannot guarantee availability in advance. Rental is for 2 hours from time of pick up. By purchasing this item it automatically implies your assumption of risk in using Wapiti Nordic trails and equipment. Your electronic receipt = proof of purchase. Price includes GST.
Rental - Boots only
Do not purchase until you are at the lodge and have been issued the equipment as we cannot guarantee availability in advance. Rental is for 2 hours from time of pick up. By purchasing this item it automatically implies your assumption of risk in using Wapiti Nordic trails and equipment. Your electronic receipt = proof of purchase. Price includes GST.
Rental - Kids Ski / Snowshoe Rental Package
Please do not purchase until you are at the lodge and have been issued the equipment as we cannot guarantee availability in advance. Rental window is 2 hours from time of pick up. By purchasing this item it automatically implies your assumption of risk in using Wapiti Nordic trails and equipment. Your electronic receipt = proof of purchase.