Mens Ski Group: Tanks on Planks
Winter 2025-2026 Drop-In Program Open!
This is a drop-in men's recreational ski program. All you need is a day pass or an annual membership to participate. You can email Darryl (Volunteer Program Leader) for more information.
Who: Tanks on Planks
What: A men's recreation group ski program that runs weekly - come when you can!
When: Wednesday evenings, leaving at 7:15 pm sharp from the Lodge, the program runs until 8:15 pm.
Why: The goal of our Tanks on Planks program is to introduce men to cross-country skiing as a lifelong sport that can be best enjoyed once the basic skills and techniques have been mastered. Also, to get you outdoors after work!
Wear: Be sure to bring: headlamp, water bottle, temperature-appropriate upper & lower body layers, warm socks, toque, and gloves.
Further info on how to dress for cross-country skiing here.
How much: An annual membership or a day pass is required to participate. Memberships and day passes can be purchased on the website or you can pay through the website when you get there.
How to register: Register by emailing Darryl (Volunteer Program Leader).
Rentals: Are available on a first-come, first-served basis as per WNSC rental rates. If you need rentals, please arrive by at least 6:45 pm so you can be fitted and ready to ski by 7:15 pm. Rental Room closes at 6:50 pm sharp. Prepaid on the website or pay through the website when you get there.
Experience: Some previous experience with classic skis is recommended. You should be able to ski a minimum of 3km (equivalent to 45 minutes or less) and be fairly comfortable going up and down hills. The group will be split into levels of ability, generally with 3km, 5 km and 7 km groups. If you are a complete beginner, we recommend taking some Adult Lessons first to get the most out of your Tanks on Planks experience.
Waxing: If you need to grip wax your skis, please come early & feel free to use the wax room on the lower level.
How cold: Cut off temperature is -20°C (not including wind chill) at 4:00 pm that day, according to Environment Canada.
This is a drop-in men's recreational ski program. All you need is a day pass or an annual membership to participate. You can email Darryl (Volunteer Program Leader) for more information.
Who: Tanks on Planks
What: A men's recreation group ski program that runs weekly - come when you can!
When: Wednesday evenings, leaving at 7:15 pm sharp from the Lodge, the program runs until 8:15 pm.
Why: The goal of our Tanks on Planks program is to introduce men to cross-country skiing as a lifelong sport that can be best enjoyed once the basic skills and techniques have been mastered. Also, to get you outdoors after work!
Wear: Be sure to bring: headlamp, water bottle, temperature-appropriate upper & lower body layers, warm socks, toque, and gloves.
Further info on how to dress for cross-country skiing here.
How much: An annual membership or a day pass is required to participate. Memberships and day passes can be purchased on the website or you can pay through the website when you get there.
How to register: Register by emailing Darryl (Volunteer Program Leader).
Rentals: Are available on a first-come, first-served basis as per WNSC rental rates. If you need rentals, please arrive by at least 6:45 pm so you can be fitted and ready to ski by 7:15 pm. Rental Room closes at 6:50 pm sharp. Prepaid on the website or pay through the website when you get there.
Experience: Some previous experience with classic skis is recommended. You should be able to ski a minimum of 3km (equivalent to 45 minutes or less) and be fairly comfortable going up and down hills. The group will be split into levels of ability, generally with 3km, 5 km and 7 km groups. If you are a complete beginner, we recommend taking some Adult Lessons first to get the most out of your Tanks on Planks experience.
Waxing: If you need to grip wax your skis, please come early & feel free to use the wax room on the lower level.
How cold: Cut off temperature is -20°C (not including wind chill) at 4:00 pm that day, according to Environment Canada.