The Mckinney Nordic Ski Club in Oliver has noticed a rise in thefts.

The Mckinney Nordic Ski Club in Oliver has noticed a rise in thefts.

South Okanagan ski club hit by thieves

Rash of thefts at McKinney Nordic Ski Club, located east of Oliver

Mckinney Nordic Ski Club, located east of Oliver, has been victim to a rash of thefts that are plaguing the not-for-profit organization.

“The last three weekends we have had our donation money box broken into. Our non-member log book stolen. And the snowcat was hit last weekend,” said groomer Al Coates.

Coates added that thieves have stolen a battery out of the Snowcat, 15 gallons of gas and a wood box that contained top up oil, antifreeze and brake fluid. In response, the club has had to build a better lock system on their donation box, is looking to purchase a locking gas cap and taking the battery out of the Snowcat when it is parked.

The club said the incidents have been reported to RCMP (file number 2019-256) and if anyone notices any suspicious activity in the parking lot they should note a vehicle description, write down the licence plate number and, if possible, take a photo or video.

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