Why not to take a first lesson how to ski here if you never tried that? If you already have some experience let’s go to explore Siberian countryside around the cabin area!

Season: November-March

What is cross-country skiing? Please have a read here.

 
Some questions and answers about corss-country skiing:

Is cross country skiing difficult?
Cross country skiing is hard work and a lot more tiring than its downhill brethren; there is no sitting on lifts! It is a full-body workout that builds core strength – and one of the best cardiovascular exercises known!

Is cross country skiing a good workout?
Cross-country skiing is an excellent aerobic workout, and because no single muscle group is overstressed, the activity can be sustained for hours on end. Maintaining an elevated heart rate during exercise can strengthen and improve your heart's capacity to pump blood efficiently and effectively.

Is cross country skiing harder than downhill?
Most cross country skis don't have metal edges, so edging is harder. Moving forward on cross country skis on flat or uphill terrain requires much more physical effort than simply making turns on downhill skis.

What is the point of cross country skiing?
Cross-country skiing is a form of skiing where skiers rely on their own locomotion to move across snow-covered terrain, rather than using ski lifts or other forms of assistance. Cross-country skiing is widely practiced as a sport and recreational activity; however, some still use it as a means of transportation.

What is the difference between Nordic skiing and cross country skiing?
The Different Types of Nordic Skiing
Each of these methods requires a specific style of ski, and they differ in their purpose and ability. Cross-country skis are meant only to travel across flat or tame terrain, while telemark and alpine touring skis allow for vertical travel.

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