Nordic Ski and
Snowshoe Experts
Larch Hills, British Columbia
We are your friendly local Larch Hills and beyond nordic ski and snowshoe experts
Stop in on your way to the trails!
Whether you’re looking for new or used equipment, trying to offload some used equipment, looking for help with ski maintenance, or just want to stop in and say “hi” after a good day skiing, you’ve come to the right place. With a full lineup of cross-country ski equipment, waxes, snowshoes, and outdoor winter clothing, there is something for everyone. John will make sure that everything fits and that you’ll have an enjoyable winter out on the snow.
If you’re looking to get your skis glide waxed, the costs is $18 a pair for non-fluoro or liquid glide wax or $20 a pair for the faster low fluoro wax. Cleaning of grip wax is $5 a pair. Snowshoe or ski repair costs are done on a case-by-base basis.
Bindings are always mounted for free regardless of where the skis and bindings came from!
- We have nordic ski rental packages
- Snowshoe rentals
- Yes! We sell nordic ski, boots, bindings and poles
- Yes! John offers ski lessons!
Nordic Ski and Snowshoe Rentals
Rentals are on a first-come, first-served basis. Call John’s Ski Shack at 250-832-3457. Reserve early – we will do our best to accommodate you. Payment for rentals is taken in-person or via e-transfer.
XC Ski Lessons
With John Thielman
Whether you’re new to nordic skiing, want to boost your confidence, or looking to level up your skills, John Thielman has the skills and knowledge to guide you. A well-known ski club member, instructor, and former competitive Nordic racer and biathlete, John welcomes skiers of all ages and abilities to join him for a lesson.
Wax, Outdoor Clothing, Sunglasses and More
We’ve got the gear!
Our ski shack is stocked for the season with the latest in Nordic essentials and trendy ski gear. Gloves, mitts, toques, buffs, shirts, pants, socks, jackets and wax!