More and more skiers are opting for cross-country skiing rather than schussing down the crowded, and costlier, maintained slopes. This film captures the full pleasure and delight of this more relaxed but equally invigorating winter sport. A small group of skiers is observed on a day’s outing and, as they glide along through quiet Laurentian woodlands, the film notes techniques of movement. Tips are also given on proper clothing and on ski maintenance. In French with English subtitles. (Award: La Baule.)
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Collection metadata
ACMI Identifier
016443
Languages
English
French
Subject categories
Advertising, Film, Journalism, Mass Media & TV → Foreign language films
Advertising, Film, Journalism, Mass Media & TV → Motion pictures - Awards
Documentary → Documentary films - Canada
Hobbies, Recreation & Sport → Cross-country skiing
Hobbies, Recreation & Sport → Outdoor recreation
Hobbies, Recreation & Sport → Skiers - Canada
Hobbies, Recreation & Sport → Skis and skiing - Equipment and supplies
Hobbies, Recreation & Sport → Skis and skiing - Safety measures
Sound/audio
Sound
Colour
Colour
Holdings
16mm film; Access Print (Section 1)
16mm film; Preservation Print (Section 5)
16mm film; Limited Access Print (Section 2)