QC Travel Adventure Winter 2017

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WINTER|2017

Hidden Valley Highlands Ski Area

Huntsville Ontario

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Hidden Valley Ski Area

Hidden Valley Ski Area

Discover Muskoka’s Ski Resort Hidden Valley Highlands Ski Area and Muskoka Ski Club is one of those hidden gems, (located just outside beautiful Huntsville, Ontario), that once discovered has had families coming back year after year.

Continuously great snow conditions, friendly staff and instructors, and hills that offer a little bit of something for all abilities, from beginner to expert.

Originally opened to the public in 1965, Hidden Valley Highlands Ski Area started with one chair lift and a T-bar. The Muskoka Ski Club was established in 1971 as Hidden Valley Highlands Ski Club.

The members of the club purchased the Hidden Valley Highlands Ski Area in 1971, making it one of Ontario’s oldest and most established ski areas, open to both the public and their Membership, unlike other private clubs in Ontario.

Included in the 120 Acres of property are 35 established acres of downhill skiing and snowboarding and there is 650 feet of beach frontage on beautiful Peninsula Lake for summer use for Muskoka Ski Club Members.

Situated in the world-renowned vacation area of Muskoka, close to the town of Huntsville, Hidden Valley Highlands Ski Area offers 14 groomed trails ranging from our Beginner Hill to the black diamond run called The Face. There are trails suitable for all ages and abilities. Over the past 3 decades the infrastructure has been maintained and upgraded to ensure a long and safe season.

“As a kid, I spent virtually every weekend in the winter at the ski hill as a part of the racing program,”

said Kyle Litchfield, who is a third generation member, following in the footsteps of his grandparents and parents.

“Through that program I made many lifelong friends that I otherwise would never have met.

As we grew older, spending time at the hill became as much about socializing, catching up with old friends, and making new ones, as about skiing.”

The Ski Area boasts 3 quad chairlifts, 1 handle tow, 2 snow cats, night skiing & snowboarding and a competition class Terrain Park. 100% of the resort’s slopes are covered with snowmaking thatutilizes some of the latest technologies in the industry.

The resort can boast one of the longest seasons and some of the best snow conditions in Ontario year after year!

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“We are so excited that we decided to join the Muskoka Ski Club. During the past three years my son has progressed his skiing ability beyond what I ever anticipated a six-year-old could do,” says first generation member Angie McMenemy. “We have gained new friends and enjoy our beautiful Muskoka winters at the hill. The Community that we belong to at the Club is a safe and warm environment.

I look forward to many more winters here.”

Continuing to build on traditions started back in the 60’s, Hidden Valley Highlands and Muskoka Ski Club host great events on and off the snow year after year, allowing families to mingle, be social and develop life-long friendships. Many of these great events are complimentary and everyone is welcome.

Our annual Torchlight Parade, that takes place on Christmas Eve, is the longest running tradition in Muskoka, families gather in and around the Chalet to watch as skiers progress down the hill with torches, lighting up the night sky welcoming the holidays and ski season. Another popular event is our Puddle Jump that takes place in the spring, where skiers and snowboarders try to make it across frigid waters from Peninsula Lake. This is a great event to come out and watch in March!

Hidden Valley Highlands Ski Area and Muskoka Ski Club operates five days a week through the regular winter season, with extended hours during Christmas holidays and March Break, we encourage you and your family to stop by and discover Muskoka’s ski resort. For more information about Hidden Valley Highlands Ski Area and Muskoka Ski Club, trial Memberships, Lift Ticket rates and hours of operation visit their website at www.skihiddenvalley.ca

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Grandkoski— a Montana native who started cross-country skiing at age 5 and snowboarding at 13—designed the Ninja Suit to function better than any other winter-sports base layer on the market. $95-$149 www.myninjasuit.com

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WHERE WINTER

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You have your Summer traditions at the lake, so why not create new Winter traditions here at the Muskoka Ski Club at Hidden Valley Highlands Ski Area!

Established in 1965, nestled in the heart of Muskoka minutes east of Huntsville, Muskoka Ski Club and Hidden Valley Highlands Ski Area have a tradition of creating fun and exciting winter experiences for generations.

Family Friendly Fun Full Day, Hourly & Multi Day Lift Tickets Rentals Lessons • Night and Mid-Week Passes Racing, Freestyle and All-Mountain Programs Memberships Kids Christmas & March Break Camps Discover Skiing & Snowboarding • Private Lessons Social Events • Member’s Lounges & Sun Decks Summer Access to Peninsula Lake Beach & Boat Slips

“Make Your Muskoka a Four Season Experience”

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Beautiful, functional children’s clothing in superfine merino wooland considered fibres. Keeping kids keeping on is our raison d’être.

Our reversible hat is made of the softest, easy care, 100% superfine merino wool. The Toasty Toque is double-ply, dries quickly and will help ensure that your kids stay warm and cozy whenever and wherever their adventures lead. $28

BEST MERINO HOODY The Best Hoody is the ideal grab-and-go sweatshirt.

Made using a double faced fabric (merino wool/ cotton) it has hand-medown quality built in, is very comfortable and destined to be a go to favourite. $51

LONG MERINO NECK WARMER

Made using 100% superfine merino wool, this lightweight neck warmer has a contrast ribbed trim, is a cinch to put on and won’t cause itch against sensitive skin. It’s compact, dries quickly, has built in SPF and allows your kids to keep on keepin’ on. $22

BETTER MERINO PANT

Pants made using a double faced fabric (merino wool/cotton ) are better than any other! Their elastic waistband and drawstring make them easy to pull on and off and the colourful detailing make the Better Pant the obvious choice in the morning! $45

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