COVID-19 UPDATE: March 25 2020 - read it here
SPECIAL NOTICE: Tuesday, March 17th 2020: Due to the declaration of a State of Public Health emergency in Alberta that references public access to recreational facilities, the WNSC Executive has decided to the close the Steve Cooper lodge until further notice to dissuade public gatherings. We hope that you will understand this decision, and as a Board we are committed to keeping members informed as this situation evolves. For the latest AHS updates, see: coronavirus-info-for-albertans.aspx
WNSC members and day pass holders are welcome to use the Lodge for cross country ski activities for personal recreation purposes and club programs. Unfortunately, due to the demands placed on volunteers, we do not rent out the lodge for third party events (e.g. weddings) unless the group wishes to incorporate trail activities e.g. ski, snowshoe, run, hike. See our Group Use page.
Winter Season 2019-2020 > Lodge now open as of December 7, 2019!
Despite less than ideal snow conditions for December, our heated lodge and wax room is now open during the following hours:
2019 Lodge Holiday Hours
Members can always access the trails (see updated conditions) 24/7, and there are pit toilets beside the lodge.
Summer Hours
The Lodge does not open in the Summer; membership includes trail access only. Pit toilets are available beside the Lodge.
Lodge Amenities:
General: 2,000 sq ft two storey building
Lower floor: waxing tables, equipment rental, washrooms with shower, outdoor deck.
Upper floor: meeting space, wood burning stove, kitchen, wheel chair accessible washroom, outdoor deck.
Lodge Etiquette:
SPECIAL NOTICE: Tuesday, March 17th 2020: Due to the declaration of a State of Public Health emergency in Alberta that references public access to recreational facilities, the WNSC Executive has decided to the close the Steve Cooper lodge until further notice to dissuade public gatherings. We hope that you will understand this decision, and as a Board we are committed to keeping members informed as this situation evolves. For the latest AHS updates, see: coronavirus-info-for-albertans.aspx
WNSC members and day pass holders are welcome to use the Lodge for cross country ski activities for personal recreation purposes and club programs. Unfortunately, due to the demands placed on volunteers, we do not rent out the lodge for third party events (e.g. weddings) unless the group wishes to incorporate trail activities e.g. ski, snowshoe, run, hike. See our Group Use page.
Winter Season 2019-2020 > Lodge now open as of December 7, 2019!
Despite less than ideal snow conditions for December, our heated lodge and wax room is now open during the following hours:
- Monday: 9:00am - 9:00pm
- Tuesday: 9:00am - 9:00pm
- Wednesday: 9:00am - 9:00pm
- Thursday: 9:00am - 9:00pm
- Friday: 9:00am - 5:00pm
- Saturday: 9:00am - 5:00pm + rentals available 12noon - 4:00pm
- Sunday: 9:00am - 5:00pm + rentals available 12noon - 4:00pm
- Lights Monday - Thursday dusk to 9:00pm
2019 Lodge Holiday Hours
- Tues, Dec 24th (Christmas Eve): 9:00am - 5:00pm
- Wed, Dec 25th (Christmas Day): LODGE CLOSED (trails still open)
- Thurs, Dec 26th (Boxing Day): 12 noon - 5:00pm
- Tues, Dec 31st (New Year's Eve): 9:00am - 5:00pm
- Wed, Jan 1st (New Year's Day): 12 noon - 5:00pm
- All other hours regular as above. Rentals available Sat, Dec 28th & Sun 29th from 12noon - 4:00pm - see full rental details
Members can always access the trails (see updated conditions) 24/7, and there are pit toilets beside the lodge.
Summer Hours
The Lodge does not open in the Summer; membership includes trail access only. Pit toilets are available beside the Lodge.
Lodge Amenities:
General: 2,000 sq ft two storey building
Lower floor: waxing tables, equipment rental, washrooms with shower, outdoor deck.
Upper floor: meeting space, wood burning stove, kitchen, wheel chair accessible washroom, outdoor deck.
Lodge Etiquette:
- Personal items are left at owner's risk - indoors and outdoors
- Please remove muddy shoes or boots
- Knock off excessive snow from footwear before entering the building
- No smoking indoors or on any of the outdoor decks
- Water in the kitchen is not potable / for consumption. Please bring your own.
- Use caution in the waxing room - the floor can be slippery
- Use common sense and tidy up afterwards: put tables & chairs away, do not leave any food items