University of Alberta students, staff, faculty, and alumni can borrow skis, snowshoes, and skates from the library during winter months. This equipment is provided in partnership with Augustana Campus Recreation. Loan periods are 72 hours, and a brief orientation and forms must be completed before borrowing. Make sure to bring your OneCard!
Skis
Borrow skis, boots, and poles from the Dr. Garry & Dorothy Gibson Nordic Ski Library and hit the trails.
Community Members who are interested in borrowing cross country skis must contact Augustana Campus Recreation at augfit@ualberta.ca for more information.
Skates
Borrow skates and helmets that you can use at one of Camrose's many indoor and outdoor rinks.
Snowshoes
Borrow snowshoes and explore the local trails!
Watch Three Layers of Comfort to learn why proper clothing is important, identify the best fabrics to wear for outdoor activities, and discover the three key clothing layers that will keep you warm and comfortable as you enjoy cross country skiing, skating and snowshoeing.