Kouchibouguac National Park of Canada

29th "Boules de Neige" Loppet

The loppet, organized by the Cross Country Ski Club Boules de Neige Inc. attracts numerous skiers from all over the Atlantic Provinces and is a popular family activity. Skiers who seek a personal challenge and friendly competition or just the fun of participating will not be disappointed.

A Loppet participant in action © Berthe Richard

Three different distances will be offered to skiers: 3, 10, and 30 km. Except for the 3 km, which will only be for classic skiing, the other distances can be skied with either classic or skating style. Starting times are scheduled for 9:30 a.m. (30 km) and 11:00 a.m. (3 & 10 km) Sunday morning.

Date: Sunday, January 27, 2013

Distances and Departure Times

  • 30 km: 9:30 a.m.
  • 10 km and 3 km: 11:00 a.m.

Registration Fees

Fees include a warm meal after the race. On line registration fees are refundable except for the Zone4 administration costs. Park entry fees are not included in the registration fees.

Registration - January 27, 2013Reduced fee by registering online at www.zone4.ca
Members of Boules de Neige Non-members of Boules de Neige Members of Boules de Neige Non-members of Boules de Neige
$22.00 6 - 16 17+ $12.00 6 - 16 17+
$26.00 $30.00 $16.00 $20.00

On loppet day, registrations will be from 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. at the Kouchibouguac National Park Information Centre.