Ski Equipment and Snowshoe Rentals

The Ski Base is the official service centre for the Whitehorse Cross Country Ski Club where you can rent cross-country skis, ski boots, poles, nordic walking poles, snowshoes, a child pulk and nordic blades.

The Ski Base uses the NNN binding system and Rossignol skis and boots for ages 4 and older.

A limited range of skating equipment for adults is available.

Rental Rates for Skis, Boots and Poles

Ski equipment is intended for use on the Mt McIntyre Trails or on other groomed trails.  The equipment is not suitable for backcountry or ungroomed trails.

Adult (Ages 19 and older)          
  Skis Boots Poles Package Skate
1/2 Day * $10.00 $8.00 $5.00 $15.00 $20.00
Day $15.00 $10.00 $5.00 $20.00 $25.00
Week $50.00 $30.00 $15.00 $75.00 $100.00
           
Youth (Ages 13-18)          
  Skis Boots Poles Package Skate
1/2 Day * $5.00 $5.00 $2.00 $10.00 $15.00
Day $10.00 $5.00 $2.00 $15.00 $20.00
Week $30.00 $25.00 $10.00 $55.00 $75.00
Season ** $75.00 $70.00 $25.00 $135.00 $185.00
           
Child (Ages 4-12)          
  Skis Boots Poles Package  
Hour $5.00 $5.00 $2.00 $8.00  
Day $8.00 $5.00 $2.00 $12.00  
Week $20.00 $15.00 $10.00 $30.00  
Season ** $60.00 $45.00 $20.00 $100.00  

* 1/2 day -  maximum 3 hours

** Season rental for skiing at Mount McIntyre Recreation Centre 2 to 3 times per week from November 1 to March 31.

Jackrabbit Deal

$50 for season if registered in Jackrabbits and only skiing once a week. This rate will be offered to SnowFun and school program skiers who will be skiing less than 10 times in the season.

Seasonal Rental Options
• Skate/classic option $45
• Training camp option $25
• Race option $25

Equipment must be booked for races.

Nordic Walking Poles

$5 per hour or $10 per day

Snowshoes

Snowshoeing is allowed on the ski trails. There are several trails that are recommended, including Rocky Canyon, Birch and the Sarah Steele Trails. All other trails are open for snowshoeing, but watch for skiers and avoid snowshoeing on the set tracks.

Snowshoes now available in 3 sizes:  smaller size for kids and 2 adult sizes.

$5 per hour or $10 per day

Nordic Blades

Nordic blades are a speed skating type blade that is mounted on a ski binding. The blades can be used with any SNS Profil type ski boot. They can not be used with Pilot type boots. The Nordic blades work best on natural ice, such as on lakes or outdoor rinks.

$5 per hour or $10 per day

Baby Glider - Pulk

The Ski Base has two Baby Glider pulks available.  Single pole and shock cord to reduce jerking and facilitate classic or skating technique.  Save the hassle of hauling and storing a pulk.  Rent by the month or for the full season.

$10 per day or $25 per month or $75 for season

Child Pulk

The ski club owns two child pulks complete with poles, foam pad and windscreen. Renters should supply their own warm bedding. Pulks are used for transporting young children on the ski trails at Mount McIntyre Recreation Centre. The pulk is available for rent with the following terms and conditions:

  • Baby must be older than 3 months old
  • Ski club members have priority over day pass users.
  • Pulk to be used on ski club trails only.
  • Rental fee is $5 per day.
  • Seasonal rental for club members - $25.
  • May be booked up to one week in advance.
  • Payment is due before pulk is taken out. Please pay at the Ski Base.
  • Renter is responsible for arranging a pick up time.
  • Renter is responsible for loss or damage.
  • Manager/staff will check pulk when returned to assess condition.
  • To book the pulk, call The Ski Base at (867) 668-4477.

Important Announcements

Posted February 1, 2012

The Challenge is on!

February is Challenge month, brought to you by Air North, the Yukon's Airline.  Ski the trails and earn a chance to win a super Air North flight.  How can you go wrong?  Lots of time to make your challenge - Earn your wings, be be a Bush Pilot or take the 737 or 748 Challenge.  New this year:  Snowshoe Challenge!

Posted February 1, 2012

SnowShoe Loppet

The LDAY snowshoe loppet hits the club on Saturday Feb 4.  Maps of the 2.5 and 5 km courses are posted in the wax room. Click here for details.

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