NOTE: Due to both overwhelming interest in Rabbits and a shortage of coaches, we are sorry to announce that Rabbits registration is being closed. At the moment, all groups are at full capacity. However if you, or someone you know, is interested in being on the wait list, please email Alix at headharewilson@gmail.com . Please include the child’s name and age.

In the meantime, we hope to hear from more coaches, so we can make sure everyone who wants to ski has the chance to!

The Rabbit Skill Development Program is part of the Skill Development Program (SDP) from Cross Country Canada and Sport Canada’s new Long-term Athlete Development Model (LTAD), which is designed to encourage lifelong participation in sport while developing all participants to their full potential.

The Rabbit SDPs begin on January 7 for Saturday Rabbits and on January 8 for Sunday Rabbits. When you register, you can choose either the Saturday or Sunday sessions. Both programs run for 10 weeks and end in a combined session event on Sunday March 18th with the exciting Rabbit Tournament!

*Please note: there will be no Rabbits sessions the weekend of February 11 & 12 due to the Coastal Cup races *

Use the links below to find more information about:

Preparing for the season

Rabbit awards program

Rabbits in the Coastal Cup

Rabbit ski tournament

Rabbit volunteer form — Do I have to?

Coaching rabbits

Membership and program registration open in October on Zone4:
• Membership fees are: Family membership $75, Individual memberships: — Child $25, Adult $35, Senior $25.
• Program fees are: Earlybird $60/ Regular $90
• The earlybird fees for program registration end on November 30.
• The regular fees for registration for Rabbit programs run from November 30 to December 31.
• NOTE: Registration for Rabbits closes on December 31.
• Also Note: Our program fees don’t include Mount Washington’s trail fees. If planning on skiing outside of Rabbit program days, consider purchasing a Nordic season’s pass from Mount Washington (note their September 30 earlybird deadline!) If you think your family will only ski on Rabbit program days, Mount Washington offers a reduced rate Rabbit Program trail pass to cover the 10 sessions. You can purchase this in early January. Fees for either Saturday or Sunday for the 10 sessions are: Adult (19-64) $132, Youth (13-18) $108, Child (6-12) $68.50, Under 5 is free.

Safety Issues and Parental Responsibilities
Children should be accompanied by a parent or guardian and handed over to their coach at the beginning of each session. Please leave enough time to park your vehicle and to get all equipment sorted. Please keep in mind that other, non-Rabbit skiers aside from Rabbits may be renting equipment on weekend mornings.

Being punctual is for consideration of the group and allows all participants to enjoy their full two hour program. Latecomers who discover their group has left should try to locate the group. A parent or guardian should accompany the child - UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES should a child be sent alone to find their group. Punctuality is for consideration of the group, who may get cold waiting for latecomers.

It is also the responsibility of the parents or guardians to pick their child up at the end of each session in front of the Raven Lodge at noon. If the weather is stormy or wet, please be prepared to meet your child earlier than 12:00.

Please supply your children with adequate clothing to stay warm and dry (mittens, hat, snow pants, raincoats, sunscreen, etc.). Coaches will not permit children to participate if their clothing is found insufficient for safety reasons. Having proper ski equipment that fits your child well is also very important for their learning and enjoyment.

Rabbits needs you!
Rabbit parents or guardians are required to volunteer to help support the Rabbits program. This wonderful program can’t run without volunteers, so please use the Rabbit Volunteer button on the sidebar from October 1 through December 30 to sign up for a position. There are many duties to choose from that fit a wide range of interests and abilities, as well as varied schedules. While the majority of opportunities are on-mountain jobs (generally requiring a one day commitment), there are some off-mountain tasks that need to be filled, and even some off season positions as well!