Event Location:

Cégep de l’Outaouais

333 Boul, de la Cité-des-Jeunes

Gatineau (QC) J8Y 6M4

Bib pick-up and new registration:

Friday: 5:00 pm – 9:00 pm

Saturday: 6:30 am – 5:00 pm

Sunday: 6:30 am – 1:00 pm

Once at the Cégep, please take note of the posted information signs. Ensure you have your bib # as well as a valid ID before arriving to the kit pick-up booth. You can find your bin # and wave letter by following this link: Sporstats.

Please note that skiers registered before January 31st, 2020 have already been assigned a wave and a bin #. For those registered after January 31st, 2020, the wave and bib # will be available this week.

Bus Schedule :

All skiers taking part in the 50km races must be at the Cégep on Saturday and/or Sunday morning and be ready to board the bus identified for their wave. Vehicles will not be authorized to park at the P17 parking in Wakefield.

Waves A & B : 7:45 am

Wave C : 7:55 am

Wave D : 8:00 am

Wave E : 8:05 am

Race Schedule:

  • Saturday February 15th, 2020
    • P17 Start ares (Wakefield)
      • 9:00 am 50Km classical style start
    • Mont-Bleu Start Area
      • 9:00 am 27Km Classical Style start
      • 1:00 pm 15Km Classical Style start
      • 1:10 pm 5Km Classical Style start

 

  • Sunday February 16th, 2020
    • P17 Start ares (Wakefield)
      • 9:00 am 50Km Freestyle start
    • Mont-Bleu Start Area
      • 9:00 am 27Km Freestyle start
      • 12:00 pm Mini 2Km start
      • 1:00 pm 10Km Freestyle start
      • 1:00 pm Snowshoe races start

Shuttle Schedule:

The shuttle service is available between the Ramada Plaza, the Crowne Hotel and the Cégep de Outaouais. The schedule will be posted at the hotels and at the information booth. You can also consult it here : SHUTTLE SCHEDULE

Ski Conditions:

The conditions of the cross-country ski trails in the Gatineau Park are excellent. Over 130cm of snow so far this year and more than 20cm just over the past week. Please visit National Capital Commission (NCC) for up to date information.

As we get closer to the event, expected snow and ski conditions for the weekend will be published. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter for the latest news.

Ski Expo:

During the weekend be sure to visit the Ski Expo located at the Cégep de l’Outaouais where you will find many vendors and demonstrations on site.

Skiers Services:

  • Ski waxing service by Fresh Air Experience. For more information, Fresh Air Experience
  • Massage therapy and physiotherapy services will be available on site by Physio Avantage Plus. You will be able to book an appointment by visiting their boot.

Parking:

Free parking in lots 5,6,7 and 7A at the Cégep de l’Outaouais. Why not treat yourself to a VIP parking near the start / finis area. The Relais plein air offers VIP parking for 20$/ day. Get yours here now.

A weekend full of activities:

  • It’s the last weekend of Winterlude! Visit their website to find out more about their activities over the weekend.
  • The Rideau Canal Skateway is open to check the ice conditions.
  • Interested in purchasing a house near the Gatineau Park? Visit our partner at Hendrick Farm in Chelsea and find you perfect home.
  • Spend a relaxing day in a truly unique setting at Nordik Spa-Nature in Chelsea.