winter recreation – Cape Breton Regional Library https://cbrl.ca Thu, 02 Jan 2025 17:19:36 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=7.0 https://cbrl.ca/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/cropped-CBRL-Social-Profile-32x32.png winter recreation – Cape Breton Regional Library https://cbrl.ca 32 32 Walking Poles https://cbrl.ca/walking-poles/ Mon, 07 Feb 2022 18:17:53 +0000 https://cbrl.ca/?p=13345 Read More »Walking Poles]]> CBRL has Nordic Walking Poles available to borrow all year long. Poles come with removable rubber feet. Leave the rubber feet on for dirt and pavement, remove the rubber feet and use the steel tip for ice and snow. Poles are adjustable and suitable for anyone height 4’2″ to 6’2″

Borrow a Walking Pole

]]> Cross Country Skis https://cbrl.ca/cross-country-skis/ Wed, 26 Jan 2022 18:24:08 +0000 https://cbrl.ca/?p=13192 Read More »Cross Country Skis]]> Cross Country (Nordic) skis, boots and poles are available at Baddeck Library through the Victoria County Active Gear Loan Program.

Ski sets include waxless skis, boots, and poles available in children’s to adult sizes.

The smallest boots are toddler size 11 (Euro size 28).

The largest boots are Men’s size 12.5 (Euro size 47)

Skis can be borrowed for one week and must be picked up returned to Baddeck Library during open hours. Our skis are popular and stock is limited.

Please phone Baddeck Library, 902-295-2055, for more information.

Where to Ski

Baddeck Nordic Ski Club

Cape Breton Nordic

  • Cape Breton Nordic grooms trails and rents skis out of its clubhouse at Seaview Golf Course in North Sydney. Find Cape Breton Nordic on Facebook.

]]> Snowshoes https://cbrl.ca/snowshoes/ Mon, 27 Dec 2021 14:31:18 +0000 http://cbrl.ca/?p=10000 Read More »Snowshoes]]> Did you know you can borrow snowshoes from the library?

Snowshoeing is a great winter activity you can do almost anywhere. Our snowshoes work great on or off-trail.

Snowshoe FAQ

Where can I borrow snowshoes from?


Snowshoes are available to borrow on a first-come, first-served basis at the following library branches:

  • McConnell Library – Sydney. 902-562-3161
  • Baddeck Library.  902-295-2055
  • Glace Bay Library 902-849-8657
  • North Sydney Library 902-794-3272
  • New Waterford Library 902-862-2892
  • Victoria North Regional Library – Ingonish.  902-285-2544

Can I reserve snowshoes in advance?

Our snowshoes are available on a first-come first-served basis. We do not take reservations in advance. Drop-by any of the listed libraries or phone the branch to set aside a pair of snowshoes for same day pick-up. 

What sizes are available?

Multiple sizes from children’s through to adult are available, from size 17 (for individuals up to 80 pounds) to size 24 (for individuals up to 250 pounds).

How many snowshoes can I borrow?

Our snowshoe loan program is set-up for personal and family use. You may borrow a maximum of 3 pairs of snowshoes can be borrowed on one library card. Parents/guardians may borrow for themselves and their children. Adults should borrow snowshoes on their own library card and each adult borrower will have to sign a copy of our Sports Equipment Loan Agreement.

How long can I borrow the snowshoes for?

Once picked-up you can use the snowshoes for one week, but early returns are encouraged! All snowshoes and poles should be returned to the library branch you borrowed them from. All snowshoes must be returned directly to library staff during library open hours.

Can I renew snowshoes?

No. There are no renewals for snowshoes.

Can I borrow poles with the snowshoes?

A pair of trekking poles are available to borrow along with each set of snowshoes.

Does the library have other Winter equipment to borrow?

  • Cross Country Skis, (Baddeck Library only)
  • Ice Traction Cleats (Baddeck Library only)
  • Walking Poles.

]]> Nature Backpacks https://cbrl.ca/naturebackpacks/ Wed, 09 Jun 2021 15:53:15 +0000 http://cbrl.ca/?page_id=6843 Read More »Nature Backpacks]]> CBRL’s Nature Backpacks aim to inspire families and individuals to experience nature through hands-on exploration.  Each kit contains various books, field guides and gadgets to help develop new skills, such as using binoculars for birdwatching, learning to draw from nature and learning how to identify wild plants and animals. The backpacks can be borrowed for free with a library card and many activities can be done in the backyard, local park or walking trail making them accessible to everyone in our community.

Nature Backpacks can be borrowed from any library branch.  There are 7 different themes to choose from.

Borrow a Nature Backpack

Funding and support for Nature Backpacks was generously provided by Nova Scotia Communities, Culture & Heritage and CBRM Recreation.

CBRM Recreation

Themes:

Winter

  • Discover the science of snow, learn about animals in the winter, or learn all about Winter hiking! Contains a snow-brick maker, handheld microscope and field guides and picture books.
Winter Nature Backpack

Birdwatching

  • Learn about birds in your backyard, the forest or the beach.  Contains binoculars, bird field guides, and books about birds for kids and adults.
Birdwatching Backpack showing contents of the kit: Formac Field Guide to Nova Scotia Birds; Birdwatching kit instructions; community nature journal; 3 brochures: eastern coastal birds, Walking Trails and Outdoor Spaces of CBRM, and Eastern backyard birds; Binoculars; Bird Watching For Kids Book.
Birdwatching Nature Backpack

At the Beach

  • Discover more at the beach this year with activities and books to learn about seashore life.  Also contains beach bucket and shovels, a sandproof beach blanket and guide to the Beaches of Cape Breton.

In the Forest

  • Discover new hiking trails, learn how to identify animal tracks and learn how to respect the life of the forest and stay safe around wild animals.
Forest Nature Backpack Kit with contents on display: Hiking Trails of Cape Breton book; Forest Nature Backpack instructions; handheld magnifying glass; community nature journal; trees of Eastern canada brochure; Walking Trails and Outdoor Spaces of CBRM brochure; Animal Signatures book; Woodland and Forest children's book.
Forest Nature Backpack

Wildcrafting

  • Learn how to make a nature journal, practice pressing flowers and learn about edible wild plants! Lots of activities and recipes are included.

Night Sky

  • Learn how to use binoculars to view the night sky.  Discover more about the phases of the moon and the constellations.  Includes binoculars for star gazing.
Night Sky Nature Backpack with contents on display: Many Moons children's book; community nature journal; Night Sky nature backpack instructions; National Geographic Pocket Guide to the Night Sky of North America book; night viewing flashlight; Night Sky binoculars; 50 Things to see with a telescope young stargazer's guide book.
Night Sky Nature Backpack

Insects

Insects are everywhere around us, learn more about the fascinating world of insects with activities, insect observation tank and in depth field guides

Insects Nature backpack with contents on display: Secret Lives of Backyard bugs book; community nature journal; insects nature backpack instructions; Smithsonian Bug Hunter children's book; butterfly net; insect observation tank; Nature Wildlife Federation Field Guide to Insects book.
Insects Nature Backpack
Borrow a Nature Backpack
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