The Tetrahedron Outdoor Club is hosting the fifth annual Sunshine Coast Loppet and Snowshoe Poker Challenge on Sunday, Feb. 9 at Dakota Ridge Winter Recreation Area.
Billed as a fun way to “get some exercise and celebrate winter in the pristine wilderness,” the community event features activities for all ages and fitness levels.
Loppet organizers like to add something new each year as the event expands. “We want to be inclusive of skiers with all abilities, so we have added the 5km Kicker,” said co-organizer Urs Pfaeffli. Participants can choose from 5km, 12km and 30km distances to fit their personal fitness level on the day.
Non-skiers can enjoy the Snowshoe Poker Challenge, sponsored by Alpha Adventures. Playing cards are posted along a 4.5km trail for participants to collect, and the best poker hand wins. This is an untimed event where anyone can enjoy a walk in the forest and snowshoers of all ages are encouraged
Youth are an important part of the Sunshine Coast Loppet with Dakota Ridge Nordics as one of the organizing sponsors. Kids will enjoy their choice of 2.5km, 1km, and 100m events. Experienced youth are welcome to join the longer races as they are able.
Registration information is at sunshinecoastloppet.ca
Organizers look forward to seeing everyone enjoying the trails of Dakota Ridge.
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