Winter

Kicksleds

See the winter beauty of cottage country as you glide through the snow on a kicksled.

Managing the Ice, Snow and Cold

Harsh winters can damage even the best made cottage.

Sleds, Sleighs and Toboggans

Get out, grab the gang and have some fun on a beautiful wooden sled or toboggan!

Winter Activities

Make an ice rink, tap some maple trees, ski or snowshoe. There is lots to do at the cottage all winter long!


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Kicksled Mushing Package

The mushing package includes all you need to harness a dog to your kicksled including a high quality, adjustable, Nordkyn harness, bridle, tugline, snow floats and brake. Learn More.

8 Foot Wooden Toboggan

These Toboggans are true classics, made by hand with only the best materials. The steam bent solid planks are knot free, flexible basswood, with hand carved willow crosspieces. They are extra wide with a tall curl at the front, big enough that an adult can tuck their feet up in there. Learn More.

6 Foot Wooden Toboggan

These Toboggans are true classics, made by hand with only the best materials. The steam bent solid planks are knot free, flexible basswood, with hand carved willow crosspieces. They are extra wide with a tall curl at the front, big enough that an adult can tuck their feet up in there. Learn More.

4 Foot Wooden Toboggan

These Toboggans are true classics, made by hand with only the best materials. The steam bent solid planks are knot free, flexible basswood, with hand carved willow crosspieces. They are extra wide with a tall curl at the front, big enough for an adult to tuck their feet. Learn More.

Esla Kicksled

Discover the outdoor activity that millions of Scandinavians love. Alone or with a child up front, enjoy winter with a kicksled! Learn to use the kicksled in just a few minutes and take the whole family for winter outings. Learn More.

Silverton Double Kicksled

This unique double sled has a longer seat that will fit two children. Your dog can also help when you attach the optional Mushing Package. These beautiful kicksleds are an artistic interpretation of a traditional, time tested Nordic design. Learn More.

Silverton Single Kicksled

Kicksledding is pure joy. Gliding along on hard-packed snow or ice seems effortless. These beautiful kicksleds are an artistic interpretation of a traditional, time tested Nordic design. Learn More.

Flyer Sled Pad

Provide insulation and comfort with a Flyer Sled Pad. The pad is 1" thick and made from waterproof nylon for comfort and durability. Learn More.

Classic Flyer Sled

The Classic Flyer is tough, with thick kiln dried planks of beautiful northern birch and extra thick powder coated steel runners. Particular attention has been paid to the "knees," the bent steel parts that connect the runners to the top. On mass market runner sleds, these can collapse easily. On the Classic, the knees are made of solid steel and designed to handle lots of abuse. Learn More.

Slalom Sled

The Slalom is a beautiful sled with full-pivot steering and slippery plastic runners. This thing is fast and maneuverable! The sled's wide stance makes it very stable and gives it excellent flotation in powder snow. On hardpack, the Slalom slides along on specialized plastic runners for top speed and control. Learn More.

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Waxing and Maintaining Your Wooden Toboggan or Sled

For years of enjoyment, keep your wooden toboggan or sled in great working order and performance tuned by waxing the bottom and performing some simple maintenance. Read More.

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Ice Dams

Ice dams can cause a substantial damage. Knowing what causes an ice dam is the first step in preventing it. The best time to ensure that you won't have an ice dam this winter is to do the work before winter arrives. Read More.

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How to Kicksled

Kicksleds were introduced in Nordic countries more than 100 years ago. Since then kicksledding has grown to be very popular. It's a great family activity, a lot like cross country skiing, but much more stable and easy to learn. You can kicksled on compacted snow or ice. On bare ice or cross-country skiing paths you can travel at astonishing speeds. A kicksled is great for ice fishing too! Read More.

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Building an Ice Rink

Building a rink is easier than you may think. With a little labor and a few tips you can be skating in an afternoon. Read More.

Bracebridge Resource Management Ctr. Cross Country Ski

For some great cross country skiing in the heart of cottage country, try the Bracebridge Management Resource Centre located on the east side of Highway 11, just north of Bracebridge, Ontario. The 8 km of trails are groomed for both classic and skate skiing and are also used as hiking trails in the summer months. These ski trails feature an attractive wooded areas, nature viewing and scenic vistas along the Muskoka River. Learn More.

Frost Centre Cross Country Ski

For great cross country skiing in the heart of cottage country , visit the Leslie Frost Nordic Ski Centre in Ontario's Haliburton Highlands. You will find 25 km of trails groomed for classic skiing. Learn More.

Featured Articles

Building a rink is easier than you may think. With a little labor and a few tips you can be skating in an afternoon. Read More

Kicksleds were introduced in Nordic countries more than 100 years ago. Since then kicksledding has grown to be very popular. It's a great family activity, a lot like cross country skiing, but much more stable and easy to learn. You can kicksled on compacted snow or ice. On bare ice or cross-country skiing paths you can travel at astonishing speeds. A kicksled is great for ice fishing too!Read More

Ice dams can cause a substantial damage. Knowing what causes an ice dam is the first step in preventing it. The best time to ensure that you won't have an ice dam this winter is to do the work before winter arrives.Read More


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