New England Ski Journal

January 2025

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JANUARY 2025 | NEW ENGLAND SKI JOURNAL 25 by an 8-mile ski on the Gillespie Broth- ers trail in Val-David and Val-Morin. Lunch is on the trail, thanks to a hearty meal prepared by the guide. Aer lunch, it's a mere 2-mile ski on classical cross- country trails to the village of Val-Morin for dinner and lodging, with a choice of accommodations at Le Couvent Val- Morin or the Far Hills Resort Hotel. The next day, the destination is Sainte-Adèle, a journey of more than 12 miles. In general, these excursions are geared for experienced backcountry nordic skiers who can navigate down- hill terrain as well as flat courses. Treks can range from six to 12 miles daily, and it's recommended to have wider cross- country skis with edges. Windigo adventure guide services will lead participants on the East route trips, and there are local shops (Espres- so Sports and Roc N Ride) where gear is available to rent. For details on this East Route trip and the other Routes Blanch- es excursions, visit https://pleinairpdh. com/lesroutesblanches/. Jean-Francois Girard Les Routes Blanches trails are full of variety, whether taking skiers around frozen rivers, across open fields or up and down hills in the woods. The North Route excursion takes skiers near Mont Tremblant ski resort.

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