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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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