Thanks for the New Garage
What a beautiful sight: our new tracksetter garage! This building replaced an old, unheated, dirt-floored shed that not only leaked but was also unstable. It was not good for our machines or for the people trying to maintain them at sub-zero temperatures. The new heated garage allows for better, safer and more environmentally sound maintenance of our grooming machines.
It all began back in the fall of 2020 and was fully finished in the fall of 2022. It is impossible to convey the enormous amount of work that went on during those two years. We owe everyone involved a huge debt of gratitude.
After a lot of discussion by many talented folks, Brant Dahlie and Stephen Howard turned the ideas into plans. Eerik Lilles of BV Engineering Services contributed professional time to produce the necessary engineering drawings. Ray Hollenberg provided valuable advice on environmental protection measures.Steve Osborn oversaw the financial aspects of the project but the real work on this multi-phase project was done by volunteers and contractors.
The first phase of construction was the slab foundation with an embedded melt water collector and oil separator. During the late summer and fall of 2020, Brant Dahlie, Stephen Howard, Wally Lesawich and John Schibli put in many hours along with help from Kevin Kriese, Jack Stratton and Ray Hollenberg.
The next phase was the construction of the main garage in the summer and fall of 2021. Brant Dahlie and Stephen Howard provided the leadership and much of the labour. They were helped by many volunteers including: Michel Poulin, Wally Lesawich, Gen Perkins, Paul Granlin, Irene Howard, Sue Harrison.
Phase three was the removal of the old tracksetter bay and the addition of the open garage. That work occurred in the summer-fall of 2022 by the competent crew at Glentana Construction. Our general manager, Jan Wengelin, oversaw phase three and finishing touches. He then organized all of the tools, equipment, signage and systems that we are now using to keep our machines running and our operators happy.
The project benefited from great service from local suppliers and contractors including: HIS Electric, BV Home Centre, Smithers Lumber, Summit Carpentry, Tricon Truss, West Fraser Concrete, Northern Glass, JR Overhead Doors, Glacier Electric, Leading Edge Construction, North Country Rentals, Vihar Construction, D West Sawmill and Westrun Mechanical.
Topping off the project was Telus’ installation of PureFibre internet. As a contribution to the community, Telus extended the fibre optic cable all the way to our Nordic Centre, allowing us to provide high speed internet for grooming updates, coaching, training and events.
The total cost of the garage project was $252,700. We are pleased to acknowledge the funding provided by:
- $86,700 Club funding ($40,000 reserves + $46,700 from fiscal 2021 & 2022 operating funds)
- $68,000 Northern Development Initiatives Trust
- $57,000 BC Gaming Capital Projects Grant
- $16,572 member fundraiser
- $15,000 Wetzin’kwa Community Forest Grant 2020
- $5,000 sponsorship from Pretivm, Brucejack Mines
- $3,000 sponsorship from Seabridge Gold
- Professional services from Bulkley Valley Engineering Services
- In kind support from West Fraser Mills, Pacific Inland Resources
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Mid-April 2026 Newsletter
Wednesday April 15, 2026
Please check out the last newsletter of the season at the link here. Our official closing date is April 19th and the Wetzin’kwa trail is closed due to a breeding American Goshawk pair.
Late-March 2026 Newsletter
Saturday March 28, 2026
The late-March 2026 newsletter can be found here. There is a lot in this one! Enjoy reading.
Mid-March 2026 Newsletter
Sunday March 15, 2026
The Wetzin’kwa Loppet is Saturday March 21 and registration closes Tuesday March 17. Please read the mid-March 2026 newsletter for that and so much more! The newsletter is here.
Thank you Kal Tire!
Sunday March 1, 2026
Bulkley Valley Cross Country Ski Club would like to thank Kal Tire for their on-going support of cross-country skiing in BC!
Late February 2026 Newsletter
Tuesday February 24, 2026
Check out the Late February 2026 Newsletter at the link here!
Drop in Lessons Canceled February 18, 2026
Wednesday February 18, 2026
Today's drop in cross country ski lessons are canceled due to the cold weather.
Mid-February 2026 Newsletter
Wednesday February 11, 2026
Check out all the happenings in the mid-February newsletter at the link here! There are updates on our search for a new treasurer, details about McBike Welcome Day, the Chris Dahlie Memorial Cup and recaps on the recent the Womxn’s Clinic and racing events.
Fundraiser for Ski Playground
Sunday February 1, 2026
Kids will love the proposed improvements to the Ski Playground. Help make it happen! Here is the link to the club fundraiser page. Nordiq Canada will provide a tax receipt for your charitable donation.
Late January 2026 Newsletter
Tuesday January 27, 2026
Check out the Late January 2026 newsletter here. Have you ever thought about what to do if there is an emergency while at the Nordic Centre? Well this newsletter is for you. Other topics include the search for a new treasurer (we need your help), Nordiq Canada club fundraiser, McBike Welcome Day, thank-yous, dogs and much more!
Drop in Cross Country Ski Lessons Return for 2026
Saturday January 10, 2026
Another season of Drop In Lessons are happening at BV Nordic every Wednesday from January 21st to February 25th. Lessons start at 7pm and cost $10 per session. No need to register in advance. After the lesson, there are snacks and warm drinks and a chance to socialize in the lodge. We hope to see you there! Check out the poster here.
Early January 2026 Newsletter
Saturday January 10, 2026
Check out the early January 2026 newsletter with information on getting better at skiing, sit skiing, fundraisers, the Smithers Men’s Shed and race recaps! All the infromation is here.
Late-mid-December 2025 Newsletter
Friday January 2, 2026
Happy New Year! Please check out the late-mid-December 2025 newsletter here. We have some exciting racing this weekend (January 3rd and 4th) and could use your help. The last day of the Holiday Hustle and Holiday StoryWalk is Sunday, January 4th. We hope you had a great holiday season full of great skiing!
Teck Northern Cup Races January 3, 4
Saturday December 27, 2025
We are hosting the Teck Northern Cup races 1 and 2 on the January 3rd, 4th weekend. Interval start classic on Saturday and mass start free on Sunday. Saturday also features an exhibition team sprint, free technique. Registration deadline Dec 30th. Full details on our website here. Sign up to volunteer here.
2025 StoryWalk
Sunday December 21, 2025
The StoryWalk, kickoffs this Sunday, December 21, 2025 to Sunday January 4, 2026. Head to the nordic centre to ski, walk, or sled through the pages of the charming holiday story, The Gingerbread Man, Loose at Christmas.
2025 Holiday Hustle
Friday December 19, 2025
This Holiday Hustle returns this Sunday December 21, 2025 to Sunday January 4, 2026. For more infromation please click here.
Mid December 2025 Newsletter
Tuesday December 16, 2025
Please find the massive mid Decemeber 2025 newsletter here.
Tour de Treat December 20
Thursday November 27, 2025
Update (Dec 19 2025): The tour de treat will still be going ahead despite the brisk weather. Please dress warmly and enjoy hot soup in the lodge.
A ski tour with 4 stations along the trails, ………..along with a cup of soup at the Lodge!
The Tour is for everyone. There is a station very close to the Lodge so even very small snow lovers can ski there and get a treat. For more info ...
Late November 2025 Newsletter
Monday November 24, 2025
The trails are open!!! Please read all about it in our first newsletter of the 2025-2026 ski season here! And if you are interested in reading more about previous news past newsletters are archived here.
