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opening weekend - new ski season at the Peaks

More Snow Than Mother Nature: Opening Weekend 2015/16

There’s no denying the weather’s been warmer than usual for this time of year. The beginning of December is supposed to be a time when we’re scraping frost…

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Ottawa Skiing - Ottawa Ski Resort - Snowboard Mountain - Ottawa Area Ski Hills

Work/Life Balance

Weekday Skiing at the Peaks No matter what you do, no matter how young or “wise” you are, it’s important to leave time in life to let loose…

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Valantine's Day Skiing and wine tasting

Valentine’s Day Skiing at the Peaks

Valentine’s Day Skiing Valentine’s Day is that one day of the year people either choose to love or hate. Considering it’s a day dedicated to love, I’d say…

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Snowshoeing at Calabogie Peaks

Snowshoeing at Calabogie Peaks

Calabogie Peaks is known for its ski hill, but there is a lot more to The Peaks than just downhill terrain. A favourite activity of mine aside from…

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Rob Whelan Photo, - Ski Chairlift Selfie

Long Live The Chairlift Selfie!

This might sound funny coming from someone who makes a living taking pictures, but I have a soft spot for chairlift selfies and what’s more, I think they’re…

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Ski App - Active Family Photo Rob Whelan

Get Your Ski App On

Photo by Rob Whelan (Active Family Photography) It used to be heading out to your favourite resort for a day on the slopes was a bit of a…

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The gift of experience at Calabogie Peaks

The Gift of Experience

It’s that time of year again, when the smells, sounds and sights of the Christmas season can either get us very excited or very stressed. Some of us…

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New Season - Snowmaking at Calabogie Peaks

Raising the Stakes: The Makings of a New Season

To say people are eager to get back on the slopes is an understatement. Ever since the first decent snowfall hit the Ottawa Valley two weeks ago, we’ve…

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