Wednesday, February 14, 2007

Off to work... Don't forget to bring your skis

Edmonton has two ski hills within the city's bondary. These ski hills are usually very busy during the weekend and most evenings during the week. However, when the temperature dips below minus 15, the hills stay surprising quiet. This morning, the temperature reached minus 30 Celsius and even the lifts decided to take the day off.



The Edmonton Ski hill is right across the valley from down town. At its base, one finds the four glass pyramids. The Muttart Conservatory is the premier horticultural attraction and is nestled in the river valley. The conservatory features more than 700 species of plants in arid, temperate and tropical climates.

On the other side, one has clear view of the Shaw Convention Center. If you are looking to have a massive party in Edmonton, the convention is the place to host it. A versatile Centre offering concert capacity for 4,700, bleachers, dressing rooms, support rooms, and sound experience.

2 comments:

photowannabe said...

That's much too cold for me. I don't blame the lift operators for not wanting to work. Great pictures.

Rocky Mountain Photo Guy said...

You and me both... but the cold really isnt that bad as most people have adjust for this wheather.