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WEEKEND EVENTS
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Many winter events ahead: 
Arrowhead Snow & Snowshoe Weekend Jan 10 - 12 Once again, the Tulip Inn near Huntsville will be the après ski HQ for the Arrowhead Ski & Snowshoe Extravaganza. Enjoy various levels and lengths of ski, snowshoe and hiking trails and then warm up by the fireplace with complimentary mulled apple cider. Meals and refreshments organized all weekend long.
Ottawa Winterlude Jan 30 - Feb 2 
Sign up here for a fun-filled weekend during the Ottawa Winterlude Festival. Ski some of the best trails, skate the famous Rideau Canal and participate in Winterlude. Attractions and entertainment includes ice sculptures and outdoor concerts.
Wanakita Snow & Snowshoe Weekend Feb 21 - 23 Sign up here for two nights at YMCA Camp Wanakita in a large, comfortable and heated cabin; the camp is located on the beautiful Koshlong Lake, in the Haliburton Highlands.
Enjoy 25 kilometres of trails, groomed and tracked, for classic and skate-skiing. The camp also offers free use of snow-shoes, skis and toboggans. For those that like challenges, there are various ‘rope-and-tire’ balancing, climbing and dangling exercises. Otherwise you can read and relax by the fire, do a night ski across the lake to a bonfire, and/or ice-skate.
Wolf Den Ski & Snowshoe Weekend Feb 28 - March 2
SOLD OUT
Contact Jean at weekendtrips@tbn.ca if you have any suggestions for a weekend trip or wish to lead one.
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 Seasons Greetings
Christmas Shopping Ideas
Looking for the ideal gifts for your cycling pals? Check out the retailers and services that offer discounts to TBN members. You can stop by local bike shops throughout the GTA, or buy services such as tours, training sessions, beautiful cycling artwork, or a subscription to Pedal Magazine; please support the businesses that support TBN.
TBN Cycling Jersey Contest
Design a new TBN cycling jersey and 'cycle' away with two free jerseys! The contest was announced a few days ago and already have a few designers and judges lined up. The web page relating to the jersey contest will be updated every so often, so check back for additional details from time-to-time. Note: There are no restrictions with regard to the use of the TBN logos, tag line, or colours so download the 'blank canvas' (template) and submit as many creative designs as you like.
Become a Ski Instructor or Ambassador
If you are a keen skier, preferably with CANSI based training, and interested in becoming a trainee instructor, then please provide your name, experience and telephone number to xcski@tbn.ca.
The Ski program is also seeking volunteer ‘ambassadors’ to assist with new members or beginners, later this month, when the ski season starts. Again, please contact xcski@tbn.ca to become a volunteer.
Become Educated
The ever expanding Education program includes helpful tips that derive from the events. Learn more about stretching and cycling etiquette on the Education page and check back often for more content. If you have any suggestions for the Education page or ideas for events, then please contact education@tbn.ca.
Upcoming Events Both City Walks and Hiking have their final event of the season this weekend. Spinning classes continue on Wednesdays and Skating on Fridays. The Cross County Ski & Snowshoe program commences December 29 and now is the time to sign up for bus rides and lessons. Check out the upcoming calendar of events and remember to check regularly for updates and new events. Check the Forum for unofficial events hosted by members. A reminder that all members are welcome to organize an unofficial hike, bike ride, ski trip, skate, yoga, pub night or anything at all, and post the details to the TBN Forum and on the TBN Facebook page.
Cycle Touring Around The World: Organized vs Self Supported - January 14 A well-traveled TBN member will regale us with adventures that will be entertaining, informative and inspiring for all cycling aficionados. You will not want to miss this so please register here.
Diversions
Now that's a bike courier!
TBN is run by cycling enthusiasts and members like you that have chosen to volunteer. Every volunteer invests a great deal of time and effort in their chosen field, from designing cycling routes, to organizing social events, to managing the finances of the club, and so much more. We hope you, as a TBN member, are getting the most out the club, however, we do want to hear from you on ideas for improvement. So here is your chance to weigh in by sending an email with suggestions to:
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Happy Holidays and Enjoy the Winter Wonderland!
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