Framework Cycle & Fitness
Region: Sydney and Area / Marconi Trail
Community: Sydney & Area
Bike rentals available year-round, including high-perfomance, touring, and hybrid bikes; snowshoes in winter. ...
Cape Breton Regional Library Lending Program
50 Falmouth St, Sydney
(902) 562-3279
Overview
Winter Recreation Equipment
Overview:
Winter recreation equipment can be borrowed with a Cape Breton Regional Library card. Find out how to get a library card.
For a full list of winter recreation equipment available to borrow, visit cbrl.ca/tag/winter-recreation.
Snowshoes
Snowshoes are available 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
Cross-Country Skis
Cross-country ski sets (children’s and adult sizes) are available to borrow from:
- Baddeck Library: 902-295-2055
The Baddeck Library also offers:
- Snowshoes
- Walking poles
- Ice traction cleats
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Cabot Trail
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Cabot Trail
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Cape Breton's South Coast
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Coastal Adventure
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Louisbourg and area
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Sydney Area and Marconi Trail
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Bras d'Or Lake
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Cabot Trail
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Canada's Musical Coast
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Cape Breton Highlands National Park
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Cape Breton's South Coast
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Hiking
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Outdoor Adventure
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Sydney Area and Marconi Trail
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Winter
When Cape Breton Island dons its blanket of snow, it transforms into a winter wonderland bursting with adventure and serene beauty.
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Cabot Trail
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Canada's Musical Coast
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Cape Breton Highlands National Park
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Cape Breton's South Coast
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Culinary
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Sydney Area and Marconi Trail
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