The Sherbrooke record, 28 janvier 1977, Supplément 1

It, ' fÊ& mobile fridal 1 * PAGE 2 — SKI ISSUE — FRI., JAN.28.1977 Nordic fraternity reveling in the new found attention Resort people opening facilities for ‘ ‘gliders” The gliding hordes of crosscountry skiers that have darkened winter trails in recent years are now reveling in the new found attention paid them by an increasing number of winter resort people.Ski week holidays have long been the exclusive interest of the down-hillers or alpine set, but the avalanche of interest among the Nordic fraternity is causing changes.One Laurentian resort operator reports fully one third of his current season enquiries are for cross-country skiing and many other resorts across the country are preparing to welcome the trail skiers will a full slate of services to those available to their downhill counterparts Trails, long and varied, are the main attraction and this need has been met in various ways.Hiking and riding trails are being used when they are suitable and of course many existing networks are being extended, while more are being laid out from scratch.In Quebec’s Laurentians it was a case of reactivating old existing trails with new access routes to link up with an inter-resort network Far Hills Inn, at Val-Morin, 55 miles north of Montreal, was one of the first major Laurentian resorts to actively promote crosscountry skiing as a primary attraction for their winter guests.“Hard by the old Maple Leaf Trail”, was originally laid out by the incomparable father of cross country in Canada, Chief Jackrabbit Johannsen nearly 50 years ago Far Hills now operates a fully equipped ski shop with ski director Yanek Lehman available for instruction and advice The vast network of in- terconnecting trails includes such prestigious resorts as La Sapinière just three miles west through wooded glens while Erie Bergh directs trails skiing activities at the expansive Alpine Inn at Sainte-Marguerite Luxurious L’Esterel is only a few miles beyond and has become another action center for crosscountry skiing West of the Laurentian Autoroute and Highway 11 is another inter-connecting trail system hooking up Parker’s Lodge at Val David, Laurentide Chalet Suisse at Mont Sainte-Agathe, Sun Valley and Chan: tecler at Sainte-Adele.Mont Gabriel along with Sun Valley and Chantecler are noted primarily for downhill skiing but now are getting into the swing and are offering trail skiing as a secondary activity.Even the stately Mont-Tremblant resort, “THE” name in Alpine skiing as far as the Laurentians are concerned, has hooked up with the trail system of nearby Mont Tremblant Park for its ambidextrous skiing guests.Quebec’s provincial parks have kept well apace with the resurgence of cross-country skiing.Mont-Sainte-Anne and Laurentide Parks near Quebec City, Mont Orford near Magog in the Eastern Townships, all have extensive, well maintained trail layouts and warming huts for the rest and comfort of the long distance trail skier Bromont, 40 miles southeast of Montreal is another internationally know downhill area with a large adjacent cross country trail network only minutes from the main lodge fiS.SÜL"' Chateau Montebello at Montebello Quebec, 45 miles east of Ottawa via Highway 8, is a log castle, affluently grandiose and pleasantly comfortable The Chateau’s trail system has been expanded to 60 miles this year to keep pace with the annual increase in their cross-country clientele.Chateau Montebello is the main overnight stop for the internationally known 100 mile Canadian Ski Marathon held annually between Lachute and Hull, Quebec.The Petite Rouge Outdoor Center, a former summer youth camp, is admirably suited for groups and families.Near Lac Des Plagges, 30 miles northward from Montebello on highway 57, the area consists of a communal dining hall, individual cottage style chalets and larger units with dormitories for economical group accommodation.The variety of trails, through woods, mountains and a river valley, are both scenic and challenging.Whether out for the day or on a week long, cross-country holiday, Quebec’s landscape holds both beauty and challenge to those with the energy to take it all in, no matter which end of the province you choose.**> i-J The operation is rather simple, the QPF uses an electric engraver to mark the skis with a number that corresponds with an ID tag that they give the skier to keep with him at all times.Shell Automotive & Marine Repairs Tires, Batteries & Accessories Shell dealer & General repairs.BACHELDER’S GARAGE Tel.: 843-2241 —Georgeville, Que.STOP 1 RELAX BROWSE * Fountain Service * Tobacco Shop GORDON'S NEWSTAND Tel.843-9047 423 Main St.West - MAGOG SKI {ou»*, mt orford SKI WELCOME to the pleasures of winter at Mont Orford.one of the major ski resorts of the “SKI EAST” region.At Orford you’ll find 20 miles of very well-groomed trails and slopes, offering very good skiing and a challenge to all skiers; beginner, intermediate or expert.Seven modern lifts take 5,700 skiers, per hour to the top of three mountains, at elevations ranging up to 2,800 feet.Inquire about our learn to ski initiation programs.Altitude 2800 l You II eri|oy all the conveniences offered to you and the rates are so reasonable Cafeteria and bar Ski shop and equipment rental Ski school with certified instructors Canadian Ski Patrol on duty daily Kindergarten Open Daily Seven Lifts Three Mountains Less Waiting More Skiing SPECIAL $7.50 Ladies & Men Every Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday you can ski all day, take lessons from 2:00 to 3:00 p.m.and have lunch in the bar after skiing — all for $7.50.P.O.Bo*?48 MA60G mt T»l: 843-6548 Reserv’n: 843-4200 SKI ISSl'E — FRI.JAN.28.1*77 — PAGE 5 "Ski Oui", comprehensive ski vacations in Quebec Deciding exactly where is half the fun Air Canadas “Ski Oui" program for the 76-77 season is a comprehensive ski vacation offer It covers all four of Quebec’s major ski regions: the Laurentians, Quebec City, the Eastern Townships or Ski East areas and the Gatineau hills of the Outaouais near Ottawa Deciding on the region of your choice precedes the final decision on the actual ski areas and your hotel or resort accommodation The fabled Laurentians are aptly introduced as “ski beaucoup’*.The 38 downhill centres and miles upon miles of cross-country trails north of Montreal range from Mont-Tremblant to Chantecler at Sainte-Adele Resorts catering to the skiing clientele start with Mont-Tremblant Lodge and Filla Bellevue at Mont-Tremblant; Sun Valley Hotel and William Tell Motel at the Sun Valley slopes with the huge resort complex and trail layout of Chantecler at Sainte-Adele The famed French cuisine of L’Esterel at Sainte-Marguerite rounds out Air Canada’s “Ski Oui’* Laurentian winter holiday destinations The Laurentian package at Mont-Tremblant Lodge, for example, includes six nights accommodation and seven days skiing, all taxes and gratuities at $159 per skier for double occupancy.The optional meal plan is recommended and includes six breakfasts and six dinners for $74 per person and must be obtained previously from your travel agent or Air Canada ticket office.Other options include five days of ski lessons for $25 and airport transfers from Montreal for $17.EXTREME even for Sun Valley, Linda Dupar’s unusual ski outfit is her way of celebrating unusual conditions at the Idaho resort.Snowmaking equipment has meant skiing as usual despite the dearth of snow through most of the Rockies.EVERYBODY LIKES TO BE A WINNER .Exclusive lines like our unique range of Cast Iron Fondue Wares will put you ahoad of tha game In strving or spacial occasions, such as "apras-ski" partias W.'r.ëlwr* FIRST with quality HEATING SUPPLIES, etc PLUMBINb 471 Main St.-MAGOG-Tel: 843-3530 The daily lift ticket can be exchanged for cross-country ski equipment and access to the trail system that extends throughout Mont-Tremblant Park and the Laurentian valley Quebec City is labelled “joie du ski” and this city of fine restaurants with superb skiing in the surrounding mountains is just that.Mont-Sainte-Anne’s 2,000 vertical feet is the leading attraction supported by shorter but no less exciting runs at Stoneham and beautiful Lac Beauport Both the urban hotels and country resorts offer crosscountry options on well laid out trails in addition to well known downhill runs The elegant old Chateau Frontenac Hotel along with the more modern Quebec Hilton and Le Concorde are in-town hotels and about 27 miles from Mont-Sainte-Anne Manoir Saint-Castin is right at Lac Beauport while other highly rated country resorts are the Manoir du Lac Delage and the luxurious Auberge des Gouverneurs Meal plan options are available only at the resorts and must be obtained from your travel agent or Air Canada office in conjunction with your ski holiday package.Prices range from $100 to $130 for six breakfasts and six dinners while accommodation and services average around $160 per person, double occupancy.“C’est ski bon’’ welcomes you to Quebec’s snowbelt skiing at Mont Sutton, Owl s Head, Mont Orford and Bromont in the Eastern Townships Ski East offers four major ski resorts with lift-serviced vertical drops up to 2,100 feet all within 90 minutes of Montreal’s Dorval Airport The inclusive Ski East vacation package covers six nights and seven days accommodation with a five-day interchangeable lift ticket for a day-to-day change of scene if desired, an Avis rental car, six breakfasts and six dinners, for a peak season price of $250 plus 8 percent tax and gratuities, double occupancy Such long established and noteworthy names as Ripplecove Inn, Hovey Manor, Auberge Lac Brome, Auberge de Sutton and Owl’s Head Lodge convey the mood, food and services traditionally associated with Ski East skiing.***** THl After The Fall Friends-skiers-children Come try our fare ! Lunch special 5 days a week Tuesday night — surf n Turf.7.95 Thursday night - Lobster.7.95 two per person 11.95 Specialties — Seafood and Grill Open noon — 10:00 Tuesday-Sunday Noon — 12:00 Saturday Closed Monday.Reservation Parties welcome 276 Main St.W.— Magog, Que.Tel.(819) 843-9365 SHADY CREST HOTEL-MOTEL AYER'S CLIFF "In the heart of winter fun land" ENJOY A CASUAL AND COZY WEEK END WITH US MOTEL—w/Kitchenette—Showers Wedding Receptions—Banquets ORCHESTRA Fri.-Sat.-Sun.— from 3 p.m.til closing For Reservations Dial 838-9916 MOTEL FLEURS DE LYS Comfort-right heated units with or without kitchenettes 'Ideal for Families or Groups r.iTBir» FOLLOW THE AUTO ROUTE TILL EXIT 67 OR TAKE ROUTE 1 60 MINUTES FROM MONTREAL Along Quebec s Scenic Autoroute 60 Seconds from Exit 67 SKI ORFORD STAY AT MOTEL FLEURS DE LYS For Reservation Call 841-5508— Your Host Mr.& Mrs.Alphonse Lavo*® PAGE t — SKI ISSUE — FRI., JAN.28.If77 High craggy mountains are rare in Ontario but that doesn’t mean there isn’t good skiing available to the demanding visitor or the dedicated local schusser Ontario has its share of exciting runs and from Christmas to the last, lingering snort of March chill (sometimes April) skiers and their favorite milieu are parted only when the demands of work, sleep or family intervene In recent years this has applied to the cross-country crowd as well as the downhillers It’s just a matter of changing runs for trails.If the weather starts to soften, enthusiasts in southern Ontario do worry a bit, until they can tune into one of the many radio reports, provided daily all over the province from 7:45 a m.onwards, on weather, road and snow conditions But with all the snowmaking equipment around, it takes a really heavy thaw to ruin a weekend All big resorts are well equipped For variety and challenge, undoubtedly Thunder Bay has the best skiing in the province.Five ski areas here are spotted on four mountains where the vertical drop edges close to 800 feet Runs total 75 miles and each spot has one going a mile and more The lift ticket, costing $8 daily, is interchangeable, so with a long enough stay, a skier can try each setup, none of which is more than 16 miles out of town Head for Mount Baldy or Mount McKay and you’ll mingle with the local skiers for these two were the former town ski clubs Visitors therefore are more apt to hover around the other three, of which Mount Norway is the smallest This is where the ski jumpers work out and while trying beginner or intermediate trails, skiers might chance upon members of Canada s national team practising on the 70- or 90-metre jumps With three chairlifts and two mountains.Loch Lomond is the one to offer the greatest range of skiing The ski shop is extra large, as well It has teamed up with nearby Candy Mountain, the youngest of the five, so they can promote all facilities jointly.While all resorts have their own ski school and start beginners with a short ski, Candy Mountain is the only one where Clif Taylor’s G L M method is taught Its lodge is spacious and colorful and the sunning patio has a cocktail bar at one end Candy Mountain, 20 miles away, is the farthest from town and the only one of the five areas without night skiing But for people coming in on a package, what is where is merely incidental Everything is within easy driving distance and all are available on the tow ticket coming with the package Air fares often vary durir.g a Thunder Bay has the best skiing in the province Don’t overlook the Ontario hills winter but at presstime, $167 was being quoted for trips out of Toronto, via Air Canada, which would include two days’ skiing, two nights’ accommodation and a rental car Out of Minneapolis, if North Central Airlines gets permission to offer a tour-basing fare, skiers may make the one-hour flight to Thunder Bay, and return for about $78.To that they would add only $38-$48 for two days’ skiing and two nights’ accommodation, two to a room, at one of the four top hotels.With the package, breakfast and dinner is an extra $8 Now that the ski business has been established in the lakeside city for five years, night life in winter has picked up Most hotels have entertainment and some ski spots will be showing films, featuring a piano player or group, or have a special supper It’s quieter midweek but that’s when the skiing is best For a complete contrast look at Blue Mountain, the largest ski area in the province and a convenient lVfc-hour drive from most of southwestern Ontario.Skiers have been swooshing down the 700-foot mountain here for 36 years and now have a choice of 26 trails and 17 tows, one of which is a triple chairlift.There are six restaurants here, including a huge cafeteria opened last winter This winter a new ski shop and rental building open Blue Mountain can handle 6,000 skiers an hour but the average on a weekend is 4,400 That doesn’t mean there aren’t lineups - but they’re short and move quickly.To avoid all that, it’s best to come on a weekday when the average number is only 1,000.Mid-week activity is being encouraged by a $7 lift ticket whereas on the weekend it’s $10.Bus fares out of Toronto are worked out in the same way.For the first time, this winter, daily service is being scheduled; rates will be about $11 return during the week, $4 more on weekends Toronto skiers make up half the traffic but others come from Kitchener and London, from Hamilton and out of Detroit-Windsor by chartered transport Where Thunder Bay gets two-thirds of its skiers from the U S., Blue Mountain has yet to hit 10 per cent But more and more are coming up from New York state.Michigan, Ohio and Illinois Of special interest to skiers from any far-off point is the five-day package which, along with meals, includes 12 hours of instruction, a gluhwein party, Thursday night awards banquet and races even for novice skiers Then there are long weekend packages and ordinary weekends all offered through 19 hotels in the area On a two-day weekend with three meals you can stay dormitory-style at the Arrowhead Ranch for $22 50.get on-the-slope accommodation for $47 at the Blue Mountain Inn pay $41 at the Holiday Inn six miles away at Collingwood or $43 at the new 69-room Highwayman, 6l£ miles from the slopes Lift prices are extra.Licensed lounges are very much a part of the scene now and the Holiday Inn, for one, always has entertainment Talisman, some 90 miles northwest of Toronto is becoming popular with day as well as holiday skiers.With a 600-foot vertical drop and three chairlifts, it’s one of those small but complete resorts which has babysitting services and sleigh rides as well as snowmaking equipment and apres-ski fun Although a bit far for day skiers, Hidden Valley near Huntsville, 140 miles north of Toronto, is another such set-up There are a half-dozen hotels here, most with night entertainment, but the Holiday Inn at the ski hill has worked out special packages of one- to five-days with Gray Coach Lines.An all-inclusive price (transportation, meals, tow ticket and accommodation) will be as little as $46 for one day, $83 for the weekend and $152 for five.Skiers from the eastern part of the province or northern New York State should remember Calabogie Peaks, 60 miles west of Ottawa The vertical drop here is 750 feet and one run goes l1^ miles Calabogie has been growing for five to six years and while it mostly serves local skiers, many outsiders are finding that no-lineup at the lifts is worth a longer drive.Then too.tow tickets are less -$6 on weekends, $4 on weekdays.You can stay in a lodge, bunkhouse, or motel for anywhere from $6-$10 a night and the Whippletree Shanty which opened in summer 1975 will serve a New York sirloin for $7 50.It has seafood as well as beef and cheese fondues.Skiers in Ontario need only to look around if they want a lot of challenge and winter fun Sutton Motor Sales Ltd.Dealer for — CHRYSLER DODGE PLYMOUTH VALIANT ski-doa SALES & SERVICE — TOWING SERVICE Tel.538-2236 SUTTON.Que.INSTRUMENTAL MUSIC P.0.745 - Principal Street.Sutton.Que.Tel.: (514) 538-3807 L’ESCALE ! SPECIALTIES: *SEA FOOD ‘CHARCOAL STEAKS WM9 - ,.„y.X ¦ «r* ¦tot™ Vermont centers expect banner year SKI ISSl'E — FH1., JAN.28.1977 — PAGE 7 For a change of scenery - go south Early snows have fallen on many of Vermont’s ski resorts bringing a last-minute rush of preparations to be ready for a predicted banner ski season Skiing is big business in Vermont with some 40 resorts and smaller areas in the State.This year Smuggler s Notch in Jeffersonville, working with Allegheny Airlines, will have seven day ski packages from Toronto.Smuggler’s has added a bubble to cover the swimming pool and outside, new equipment has increased the snowmaking capacity.Killington has added a 4,400 foot double chairlift serving the Great Eastern novice trail and Skye Larke expert trail Snowmaking capacity on the „ j«pper mountain has been hiked 50 ^ iyor cent and now covers 18 trails Stratton has also added a double chairlift, which opens new teaching terrain and provides easy access from its upper parking lot and inns.There are also new trails as a result of the new lift.Stratton Mountain Inn has been acquired by the ski resort to help tie in lodging and skiing A new Poma lift has been erected at Sugarbush and extensive work has been done on top of the mountain removing a rocky area at the Snowball trail.More snowmaking has been added, and some packages limit 20 people to five instructors for more intensive instruction.Nearby Glen Ellen is sporting a new teaching method, called the Ski Bra.which holds the ski tips in a wedge or snowplow position and will be the first time this method is used in the United States The annual Stowe winter carnival will again highlight this well-known resort area and this year includes family skiing competition.At Burke Mountain, in Vermont’s northeastern area, off Interstate 91, snowmaking has been added from the bottom to the top of the mountain It’s the first phase of a development program which later includes a new base lodge, chairlift and for summer, an 18-hole golf course.Bromley opens the winter with a new program called Beginner’s Circle where beginners can come at any hour of the day for team teaching with continuous orientations A person gets as much instruction as wanted daily.Bromley Sun Lodge is a new 51-room hotel next to the main chairlift and has a huge, 4,500 foot sundeck extending to a level with the slopes Snow hostesses will be a feature of Mount Snow.Wearing uniforms, they’ll patrol the base area and ski on the mountain to assist the public.They’ll help at information and ticket areas, too The area has improved its trails with grooming and more snowmaking Middlebury has a new 3‘2-km cross-country trail at the town golf course which will be lighted for night skiing And weekday lift tickets have been trimmed at Mount Ascutney, which also extended snowmaking on the mountain Jay Peak has eight new condominium units right at slopeside in addition to the ten already there and now offers 50 instructors in its internationally flavored ski school More details can be obtained directly from the areas, from the Vermont Ski Areas Association.26 State Street, Montpelier, Vermont or the Vermont Agency at Montpelier.(A free copy of the State’s new 1977 Ski Guide can also be obtained from the Vermont Development Agency) Welcome to all skiers to Mount Sutton Products Limited -Butter -Powdered Milk -Concentrated Protein Milk Tel.: 538-2338 Furniture Deept.and electric accessories RCA Victor Tel.: 538-2225 SUTTON, QUE.JOE 2K0 kiurrt fabrique catégorie tictiicnte toi/rce «i|fft#n(#ir# dt vitamin# A pasteurized an #iccitent diatary aourca of vitamin A U.S.ski packages For as little as $88, a skier can spend five nights and ski five days at Killington Ski Resort in central Vermont.In cooperation with Killington Ski Resort, 88 area lodges offer Killington Winter Ski Holidays in five, six and seven day packages to fit every pocketbook Winter Ski Holidays include lodging and a choice of three basic ski plans: lift; lift and lesson; or lift, lesson and equipment.Forty-one lodges are also on the Modified American Plan A lift package buys the skier unlimited use of all Killington lifts for five, six, or seven days.Lift and Lesson includes lifts plus five 134 hour lessons Monday to Friday The third package includes equipment boots, skis and poles which are quality controlled through Killington’s * Rental Shop A person taking a five-day lift package on the MAP plan could spend from $134 at the family-style Mountain Meadows Lodge This price is based on double occupancy and includes private bath, large rooms.2 meals a day and daily lift tickets, at one of the most scenic lodges in the area On the same plan a skier could also pay $210 at the deluxe Cortina Inn and enjoy a sauna, swimming pool, nightly en- tertainment, a contemporary lounge and color TV in every room On the European Plan which involves 47 lodges, motels and condominiums, the lift package could be as low as $88 at the Rutland Motel, or based on six in a unit, $100 at the Hemlock Ridge Condominiums Included in any Winter Ski Holiday package are daily social programs and top quality instruction emphasizing the Accelerated Ski Method.The resort offers lessons for everyone from beginning to expert skiers.Because of snowmaking and high base elevation, Killington consistently has the best ski conditions available on more diverse terrain than any other Eastern ski area Along with the wide variety of packages available, the resort community offers a wide choice of nightly entertainment from fireside dining to lively rock bands Killington is easily reached from all destinations via interstate highways, bus, or Amtrak In addition, major airlines connect from Boston s Logan Airport and Albany Airport to Rutland, 20 miles from the resort Ecole De Ski School JEAN LESSARD Boutique De Ski Shop Tel.538-2548 Res.538-3534 Skis Boots Rossignol Trappeur Lacroix Tecnica Scott U.S.A.5-Day Mid-Week packages Lift Tickets and ski lessons 5 consecutive days (Monday to Friday) with 4 hours of ski lessons per day.$53.00 /essârd PAGE 8 — SKI ISSUE — FBI.JAN.28.1977 Canada's National Ski Museum Tucked away in the second story of an old building in downtown Ottawa, Canada’s National Ski Museum houses a collection of artifacts of special interest to a growing group of sports-minded people Geographical and weather conditions in many parts of the country are ideal for nurturing ski champions, and Canada has produced several The museum contains pieces of equipment used by such international winners as Lucille (Wheeler) Vaughan, Anne (Heggtveit) Hamilton, and Betsy Clifford It also houses the Devlin Cup which, since 1920, has been awarded for the Canadian Amateur Cross-Country Championship Reflecting the growing popularity of cross-country skiing, one display case shows the progression of bindings from the metal and leather type used in the 1920s to today’s modern lightweight version.One feature of the museum is a wall devoted to stamps from many countries commemorating the sport of skiing Beside each stamp is an explanation of how accurately the sport is represented in terms of the Yet gives full equality to women male at the forefront Skiing— Statistics show that the male is foremost in skiing participation A recent comprehensive survey conducted across North America reports that of all skiers, 69.5 percent are men and only 30.5 percent are women Yet it is the one sport right across the con tinent that gives full equality to women in the eyes of the law Equal opportunity is accorded to women in the clothing that provides them with warmth and comfort on the slopes, and equal choice in equipment provides them with the facility to swish readily and safely down the many trails across Canada and the U S This sense of fairness and recognition of feminine rights is particularly evident in the SKI EAST region, located one hour east of Montreal and straddling the Quebec-Vermont border.The five member areas of Bromont.Mont Orford, Owl’s Head and Mont Sutton in Quebec’s Eastern Townships and Jay Peak in Vermont pride themselves in that there is no discrimination whatsoever in the purchase of lift tickets The modest price of a day ticket at any of these resorts, or an interchangeable ski week valid incidentally at all member areas, is exactly the same price for male or female Equality for women is also scrupulously adhered to in the parking lot, and in standing in line for lunch.Women can also equally enjoy the ride up the chairlift, the T-bar or poma, and they have the same opportunity as men to choose whichever of the over 100 exhilarating runs down the SKI EAST member mountains that they may prefer.Women perhaps have a slight edge in their quicker response to instruction, whether with a male or female teacher, as it is a fact that women learn to ski more readily than men.Ski schools and ski patrols at SKI EAST employ qualified women, as well as men, and they command the same respect as their male counterparts So, with the possible exception of an extra zipper in men’s clothing, there is little doubt that skiing is one of the front runners of women’s lib! And at SKI EAST, women are not discriminated against even in that special luxury that often arises that of being one of the enviable early runners in light powder following the seven-inch new' snowfall overnight! ptL ¦ ¦ M equipment worn and the form exhibited by the skier The display includes stamps from such unexpected places as Spain, Togo and Arabia One comer of the museum is devoted to the story of Herman (Jackrabbit) Smith-Johannsen who, now a centenarian, still enjoys cross-country skiing.He moved to Canada from the United States during the depression, and in the early 1930s cut the Maple Leaf Trail from Shawbridge to Mont Tremblant, Quebec, a distance of 90 miles.A friendly welcome to all skiers.Best wishes for a good Season.From B.Hamel Pharmacie Main St.— Knowlton, Que.B.Hamel, L.Ph.^ 243-5700 IF IT DOESN'T HA PPEN HERE: IT'S NOT WORTH HAPPENING - APRES SKI - Route 39 South Tel.243-5404 WELCOME SKIERS.you're "always at home among friends", and you'll not find a more friendly community than right here in the district of WEST BOLTON! Indeed, you II find the people of the West Bolton area friendly and hospitable, and they're particularly partial to skiers, as we are quite enthusiastic about this popular cold weather sport that is making our district a noted year-round holiday locality.MAKE IT A POINT TO VISIT OUR REGION, AND THE EXCELLENT SKI AREAS LOCATED IN OUR DISTRICT CORPORATION of WEST BOLTON y SKI ISSl'E — FBI.JAN.28.1*77 — PAGE 9 National Ski Week Feb.513 Blue Ox Codge ON THE MOUNTAIN' SUGARLOAF FINEST APARTMENT MOTEL.offers you (couple or family).EP Plus* Accommodations on the Mountain at Valley prices.This year enjoy the freedom of a car-free, carefree vacation on the mountain at Sugarloaf's most modern Lodge Call: [207] 237-2200 or write: Part of the Plus 7 Main St.— LYNDONVILLE, Vt.626-5511 i/ a r KERR AUTO SALES.INC r FOR YOUR CONVENIENCE RENT OR LEASE A NEW CAR DAY — WEEK — MONTH Insured and Registered KERR AUTO SALES INC.Tel.802-334-6518 — Derby Road, U S.Route 5 — Newport, Vt.24 HR.Wrecker Service CADILLAC BUICK OLDSMOBILE PONTIAC GMC TRUCKS CHARGEX AT, 4 * BUCK AND DOE RESTAURANT While enjoying your favorite Winter sport out this way why not drop in?We have.Superb Food — Impeccable Service - A REALLY NICE PLACE TO EAT" MODERN DECOR RESERVATIONS APPRECIATED OPEN YEAR ROUND! r\ i I* V’Jr h CM 7\ "WE SERVE COCKTAILS" Your Hosts- Ronald & Helen Langford 135 Main St., ISLAND POND call; (802) 723-4712 PAGE 12 — SKI ISSUE — FRI., JAN.2S, 1*77 The woods are being The woods are being invaded.After centuries of silence broken only by the scampering of squirrels, rabbits and deer, people are escaping from the madding crowds and into the countryside on cross-country skis The reason is simplicity.With a small outlay for skis, poles and boots, and no experience necessary, anyone from ages six to60 and over can experience this sensation of ultra-glide which the Norwegians have been practicing for 4,000 years Anyone can be equipped for cross-country skiing for less than a hundred dollars, although it is easy to spend more for the very finest equipment.Rentals are The extent of cross-country ski trails throughout Ontario can be readily realized by referring to Ontario’s Industry and Tourism booklet “Winter Adventures” which lists nearly 50 regions with resort and trail data throughout the province Terminology becomes a bit more technical and equipment more specialized when you venture among the lofty peaks of British Columbia and Alberta The influx of Nordic skiers to the mountain parks in the past few years has prompted parks’ officials to recommend equipment and safety measures applicable to three separate classifications of skiers.Nordic skiers with the more familiar lightweight crosscountry skis and boots are cautioned to avoid steep descents and extended tours.Trail layouts are available in the valleys and across lake surfaces and if higher and more challenging terrain is desired, a resort guide should be retained; particularly for eastern skiers not accustomed to higher altitudes and open slope skiing above tree line also available at some ski centers Cross-country skis are remarkably different from those used for alpine skiing They are narrower and lighter.Until a few years ago, almost all crosscountry skis were made of wood ; today, however, the popularity of the sport has brought about fiberglass skis which equal or exceed wood in quality and performance.Industry experts say three out of four skis sold this year will be of fiberglass construction The latest skis also need no waxing, which used to be required for varying snow conditions Fur, “step” or “star” surfaces are particularly suitable inexperienced high mountain skier.Such services as Bernie Schiesser’s Western Ski Guides or Hans Gmoser’s Canadian Mountain Holidays, both with offices in Banff, offer daily guide services or scheduled week-long late season tours.invaded! for the average cross-countrier.Boots are also different.They resemble shoes, and are available fleece-lined, leather-lined, or unlined.They should be comfortable, warm and endurable.Bindings hold the toe of the boot to the ski.Poles, made from bamboo, fiberglass, metal and graphite, complete the outfit.Clothing is no big deal either.The key is to be warm, dry and comfortable.Dry socks, knickers, long underwear, turtleneck sweater and parka are fine.Mittens are appreciably warmer than gloves.And a hat helps to warm the head, where almost 90 percent of body heat can be lost.With the recent upsurge in the popularity of cross-country skiing, trails have been established throughout the Eastern Township, particularly around existing alpine ski resorts.But any open field or virgin woods makes for good skiing, too.Avoid snowmobile trails, however, for safety’s sake.While “day-tripping” is the preferred outing for most crosscountry skiiers, real fanatics of the sport have married it with backpacking and overnight camping.The prerequisite to this level, however, is good woodsman’s experience.WITH THE CAT FAMILY MID-SEASON SPECIALS "SNOWMOBILES" - "ARCTIC WEAR" MAGUIRE SPECIALTIES ltd Cookshire — Lennoxville Road SALES SERVICE PARTS Cross - country skiing expanding in Ontario Luggi Leitner Olympic Gold Medal Winner For Cross Country or Down Hill Skiing see the experts at Leitner Leitner Ski Boutique 87 Wellington N.- Tel.: 567 1041 New Downtown Sherbrooke TEL: (819) 565-8626 ^wtiÿLê (k si' Claude Adam 'GeP&we S/Urbrocfa Quq.X tmimtsMTHta CROSS COUNTRY SKI: SPLITKEIN - ARTIS - JARVINEN , ALPINE SKI: DYNASTAR - DOLOMITE & GARMONT BOOTS Instructors on hand to help you: Claude Adam - Armand Laroche ENTAL SKI SCHOOL OPEN MONDAY TO SATURDAY Day or Evening Lessons COMPLETE SKI SERVICE is — Poles Boots also ir Service and Boutique Information for: Ski Club, Season Tickets.Box Rentals.565-8626.Get Information on contest: CJRS - Pepsi-Cola Ski touring calls for steeper descents and a greater degree of control than that afforded by^ conventional cross-country gear An alpine leather ski boot with cable bindings are standard gear and the direction and advice of a professional guide is recommended Ski mountaineering usually involves similar equipment, climbing skis and camping equipment and should only be undertaken in the company of an experienced climber or competent guide This is a rugged and intensely enjoyable experience but not without inherent risks Avalanches are an ever present concern to professiortâi guides but a more frequent “white out’’ can be totally disorienting to the GINGRAS & FILS LTEE.AI^IF Hafleÿ-Dâvicfsoh ski-doo motoneiges 750 King St.East, Corner of 10th Ave.South Tel.569-9464 — 569-9541 — Sherbrooke, P.Q.Sales & Service See the complete line of 1977 ski-doos.We carry a full line of ski-doo clothing complete parts & service department Our service mokes the difference SKI ISSl'E — FRI.JAN.28.1977 — PAGE 13 Mont Bellevue—something for everyone SHERBROOKE — The Mont Bellevue Ski Centre has, for over 11 years now, offered Sherbrooke residents the opportunity to enjoy an afternoon or evening of downhill skiing, without having to travel any great distances And now the city has added 13 miles of cross-country trails to the recreational area and plans call for the completion of two more miles for next season.Trails range from easy, for the novice skiers amongst us, to the more difficult, for the more devoted enthusiasts.The trail system sports three entry points, there’s one on the Campus of the University of Sherbrooke, another on the far side of the mountain on Dunant Street, which will be the official starting point for the trail network once the entire project is complete, with a pavillion, and facilities for the crew that the city keeps on the mountain to maintain the trails The third entry into the network is of course at the base of the Alpine ski runs on this side of the mountain.The centre recently received a Bombardier Bambi tractor with trail attachments which will enable the crews to improve the quality of the runs, and the conditions for the skiers Situated just off Galt Street on Jogues Street, the alpine centre’s seven trails fan out beneath the illuminated cross which stands atop Mont Bellevue and then rejoin at either of the centre’s two lifts.These lifts are the poma-lift type, and are very easy to use as long as the skier remembers not to attempt to sit down while using one.A ski shop as well as a cantine and a warm place to change boots can be found in the large chalet at the base of the mountain.It is : i! BS6QET fog iifiinm w Mfei The city’s latest addition to the Mont Bellevue facility is this Bombardier “Bambi”, outfitted with trail equipment, the Bambi will groom the city’s 13 miles of new cross country trails on the mountain.Make a date with a pair of skis National Ski Week Feb.5 13 on your SNOWMOBILE Don’t snowmobile this winter with a cracked or broken windshield We can supply CLEAR — YELLOW — BLUE of top quality BUTYRATE Snow time is fun time Open Mon.- Fri CANADIAN PITTSBURGH i nu s r R • I s 1581 Denault St — Sherbrooke — 567-IH46 from here that many Sherbrooke youngsters start their weekly ski lessons under the watchful eye of one of the centre’s many capable skiing instructors.Private and group lessons are available at the center, weekends and some evenings for anyone wishing to take advantage of the slopes’ proximity to practice their techniques after work or school.Like all other ski slopes Mont Bellevue has a ski patrol in case of an injury on the slopes The centre’s patrolers are members of the Saint John Ambulance and are on the slopes at all times to aid skiers should the need arise Night skiing is possible every night except Sunday with all trails brightly lit from 7 p m.to 10 p.m.So now, literally at their back doorstep, Sherbrooke residents have fine facilities for which ever form of skiing they choose, cross country or Alpine Both facilities are great places to condition before setting out on that skiing holiday or weekend The Mont Bellevue Ski Centre is a municipal project, owned and operated by the City of Sherbrooke.Anyone wishing more information concerning tickets or skiing lessons should call the ski shop at 565-8626 or 569-7476.Welcome to EAST ANGUS and the SKI CLUB Visit our sports department where you will find Fisher Skis, Nevada Bindings, Humanic Boots and other well known brands.FERRONNERIE MARTINEAU ENRG.Auguste Martineau, Prop.102 Angus St.— EAST ANGUS — Tel.832-2390 SNOWMOBILING or SKIING wear with pride clothes expertly cleaned by our specialists BUANDERIE \y SIIKRHROOKE I / , 353 Frontenac St.LAUNDRY Sherbrooke — Tel.562-2633 ?PIONEERS CROSS COUNTRY and DOWN HILL SKIING The Complete Ski Shop" SKIS - DOWNHILL & CROSS COUNTRY All makes and types to suit your individual needs.-r^f * Bindings Poles * Clothing * Mitts * Gloves Pine Tarring * Waxes, etc.Goods Delivered same day of purchase H.MUNKITTRICK 1020 Wellington St.South Tel.569-0529__ SHERBROOKE PAGE 14 — SKI ISSUE — FRI., JAN.28, lt77 "Apres-ski" action abounds in the Townships Anyone who would say there is no apres-ski action in the Eastern Townships - SKI EAST Country -just hasn’t been there lately! Five mountains offer great skiing, intimate and informal hotels, motels and auberges dot the rolling countryside, and the area abounds in swinging bars, fine restaurants and lively discotheques Last February, the Bordens from Maryland enjoyed a ski week in the SKI EAST region, and it’s rumoured they’ll be back again this winter to visit some of the fabulous spots they missed While there, they stayed at Mont Sutton on an interchangeable ski week that’s the one where you ski your choice of five areas Bromont, Mont Orford, Mont Sutton, Owl’s Head in Quebec’s Eastern Townships and Jay Peak in Vermont on the same ticket over a five-day period .and Ralph and Margaret had certainly taken advantage of that opportunity.They had stayed at the Horizon Hotel which has an indoor heated swimming pool, a lively discotheque and a pig-roast every Thursday night Monday morning saw them smiling broadly as they pointed their skis gently down one of the intermediate runs in the five inches of new powder they had received overnight, and they still hadn’t tried all the runs by the end of the day They stopped in at the Brass Bed for a hot buttered rum after the lifts closed, and were looking forward to a fine meal at the Horizon that night, and maybe a dance or two in the bar later, or some lively entertainment in the German Bavarian Room at the Auberge de Sutton Tuesday dawned clear and sunny, and the Bordens decided to ski at Jay Peak where they would have a chance to ride the aerial tramway and ski a good share of SKI EAST’S 100 miles of trails and slopes Crossing the border into Vermont was no problem, and they were soon enjoying an action-packed day on the mountain.At 4:00 they had a relaxing drink in the Golden Eagle Lounge and then a couple of dances in the very popular discotheque They had worked up quite a hunger that day, and they Make a date with a pair of skis IMatkxuil Ski Week certainly enjoyed dining at the luxurious Hotel Jay, just a couple of steps away from the tram house But soon it was time to head back, and they enjoyed seeing some of the lodges and nightspots in the Jay area en route - the Carinthia, Granny Grunt’s Dorm, Zack’s, Natty Bumpo’s - they all looked inviting.After a good night’s sleep, the Bordens and their friends the Carters from Toronto, decided to try another new area - Mont Orford Orford offered a new challenge and the skiing was just great At lunch, they indulged in a gourment treat at the bar with beef hibachi and crepes - and almost stayed for dinner.But after a fine afternoon, they headed down the road for the apres-ski at Cheribourg’s discotheque (rooms and suites also available), and ended up staying for a delicious dinner in their charming dining room.The Orford area abounds in fine lodges and bars such as Rip-plecove Inn, Hovey Manor, Cabana Lodge, La Lanterne and La Poupee, Auberge de l’Etoile to name a few, and they all wished they were staying longer.On Thursday, the Bordens decided to spend the day at Owl’s Head since they had heard so much about the scenery there, and the skiing was superb.At the end of the day, they enjoyed some apres ski in the bar with friends, and they were envious that they weren’t staying at Owl’s Head Lodge right at the foot of the slopes Passing through the village of Knowlton, the Bordens decided to stop in at The Pub, and the Auberge Lac Brome on the outskirts of town for a delicious Danish Smorgasbord.The Bordens spent the next day at Bromont, the closest SKI EAST centre to Montreal, and the only one offering both day and night skiing They thoroughly enjoyed the skiing fun there and the wide variety of trails.At the end of the afternoon, they joined in the lively activity in the chalet lounge, then visited the ’76 Olympic Equestrian site offering horseback riding as well as sleigh rides.They decided to stop in at Hotel Bromont for supper, and enjoyed a fine dinner in their charming dining room with a beautiful view of the mountain, with a little dancing afterwards The Bordens were reluctant to leave SKI EAST when the time came.They’s had a very busy week and they were glad they’d taken advantage of their interchangeable ski week ticket They realized there was alot EVER TRY SKIING! 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SALES-SERVICE-PARTS v POULIOT CHAIN SAW 620 MAIN E.— C00KSHIRE — 875-3847 SANTA ANA, Cal.— Completed in spring of 1974 at a cost of nearly two million dollars, Kawasaki’s Shakopee, Minnesota, research and development facility is today ranked as one of the world’s finest snowmobile development sites.More than fifty engineers and technicians are housed in a 35,000 square foot structure which is flanked by a one-half mile oval test track on a 55 acre site.Special features of the test facility are: - Semi Anechoic Chamber: simulates free field for noise identification and analysis, allows use of lab equipment instead of record translation; - Telemetry: remote vehicle measurement of torque, temperature, RPM, fuel flow, impact accelerations, stress, etc., radioed to tape recorder for later analysis, either with visacorder chart or computer program; Real Time Analyser: measures simultaneous activity noise and vibration for video CTR or x-y chart for frequency spectrum analysis; - PDP-8: mini computer 16,000 bit built-in memory with 1.6 million bits in each disc used for dynamic analysis of snowmobile in conjunction with telemetry; - Material Test System: 10 metric ton and 3000 lb.activator material testing system used for shock absorber, material tensile, ride simulation, and fatique analysis; - Engine Dynometers: 3-90 hp 1-150 hp.digitally equipped for computer interface; - Prototype Shop: capability to fabricate all snowmobile sheet metal and fibreglass com-penents.Following its acquisition of the SnoJet line Kawasaki incorporated over sixty engineering changes before unveiling the newest models These features were developed at Shakopee and in addition to two new models.consumer modifications are as follows: Chain Case: more reliable power transfer to track creates longer component life, Rubber mounted exhaust system with reinforced tail pipe: less vibration noise, reduces tail pipe failure due to fatigue; New cables and controls -throttle and brake: improved throttle and brake operation; Reinforcement of steering hoop and other components : generally improves overall strength of sub-assemblies giving more reliability; Brake caliper and bracket: new system, more positive braking, quicker stops, less fade; Headlight: easier access to lightbulbs, easier dealer installation; Cowl hinges and location: better quality fit, better hood opening, reduced hood damage when closing; Windshield: better wind protection, windshield attached more securely, two windshield styles; Suspension: stronger suspension, better ride and control; fully adjustable for weight and snow conditions; Redesigned skis, wear bars, and bracket: stronger, longer lasting skis; not as susceptible to damage (newly designed ski blades - stronger material); Improved ski spindles: stronger front end, stronger spindle; Rerouted speedo cable: speedometer malfunctions reduced ; New engine mount: less vibration-noise, hence less fatigue, quieter ride; New track and drive sprockets : better ability to go through heavy snow, improved hill climbing characteristics, 6 lbs.lighter, less power required to turn it; New tie rod ends: easier to adjust toe-in and toe-out; Large storage bag: additional luggage space; Recalibrated carburetion and intake boxes: better acceleration ; Revalved ski shocks: better high speed stability; controlled hot air scavenging duct, under cowl cooling increased, reliability increased; Sound proofing: foam use under hood for reduction of sound and vibration.# Yamaha Snowmobiles DEPENDABILITY NOT PLANNED OBSOLESCENCE AND moto-ski=^ We're getting better all the time.Make your choice.then have fun on the snow I COUTURIER BP SERVICE 845-2373 GREENLAY,