Notices Archive

Darwin Vollrath, Wisport Director, Passes Away
April 4, 2005
From the Vollrath family: To all those who knew and loved Darwin Vollrath. It is with sadness that we, his family, have to inform you of his passing. It happened earlier today in Italy doing what he loved. While out for a morning bike ride he suffered a heart attack. He was 53 years old. Plans for his funeral are in the works.

George Szymansky Killed in Cycling Accident
April 2, 2004
Lake Elmo native George Szymansky was killed on Friday when he collided with a truck during a Loon State Cyclists training camp ride near Whitewater State Park. Szymansky competed in numerous area cycling and mountain biking races, including a top 200 placing in last year's Chequamegon. Wake will be Wed Apr 7 from 5-8 pm at Wulff Woodbury Funeral home. Funeral will be 11 am Thur Apr 8 at Bethany Evangelical Covenant Church in Stillwater.
Related:
Obituary and Guest book
Star Tribune article

2003-2004 Skinnyski.com Survey Results
March 23, 2004
The surveys have all been tabulated and the results are up! Check all the details, some stories behind the straight numbers, and read some of the selected comments and suggestions. And, of course, see the winners of the survey prize drawings!

Greg Marr Passes Away
December 20, 2003
In a shock to all, Silent Sport's editor Greg Marr passed away on Friday. Details of this tragedy are still sketchy, but early reports say he passed away while skiing on Friday afternoon. Marr was a huge supporter of the silent sports, especially cross-country skiing, and his loss will be felt far and wide.
Memorial Service details: Visitation will be Mon, Dec 22nd from 4-8 pm at A.J Holly & Sons Funeral Home in Waucapa, WI. The funeral is Tue, Dec 23rd at 11 am.
Related:
Obituary
Greg Marr's Silent Sports editor column
Greg Marr's Wisconsin Cycling Book

Biathlon: Brett Miller Passes On
November 18, 2003
Brett Miller, Minnesota biathlete, lost his struggle with cancer, passing away on Monday in Park City, Utah. Memorial services will be held Friday, Nov 21st in Park City, and the following Friday, Nov 28th in his hometown of Hackensack, MN.
Update: Brett Miller's memorial has been change to December 12, 2003 in the evening at the Union Congregational Church in Hackensack, MN.
Related:
Utah newspaper obit and guestbook

Gene Marsolek Killed in Plane Crash
October 12, 2003
Gene Marsolek, well known in the skiing community and husband to JoAnn Hanowski, died when his biplane crashed into lake west of Duluth on Friday evening. Gene was a top notch pilot, flying earlier this summer in the Duluth Airshow. He was also a member of the Rossignol Ski Team.
Related:
Obituary and Guest Book
Duluth Tribune: Pilot Remembered
Duluth Tribune airshow interview and photos

Memories
September 25, 2003
Two tragic deaths in the skiing community recently...
John Lanin - John Lanin is the son of MSHSCA Hall of Fame member Pat Lanin and wife Emily Lanin. He died in an accident last Sunday, Sept 21st.
Leonard McGuire - Leonard McGuire was a key figure in developing the Stillwater ski teams and led them to their first state championship in 1977. McGuire passed away Monday, Sept 15th.

Autumn Outings Contest Winners
October 21, 2002
After much debate and scrutiny, the judges have finally selected the overall winner and runners-up in the Autumn Outings, fall creative writing contest. Thanks to REI for supporting this contest and providing some top notch prizes.

Survey Results -- Finally!
May 9, 2002
Whew, we've finally finished tabulating all the survey numbers. Check out the summary, including some web site numbers and credits, and even a short quiz. And, oh yeah, the list of winners in the survey prize drawings!

Snow Dreams Contest Winners
November 2, 2001
Check out the winner's in our 1st Annual Snow Dreams Creative Writing contest.

New Website Guide
September 7, 2000
Looking for your favorite section from the old web site? Wondering what some of the new changes are? This article attempts to highlight the major changes and features.

Slices of Skinnyski Balancing on a Swing Everything Counts Pictures at an Exhibition Teaching young and old dogs new tricks An MEA Weekend Adventure "Whose sock is this�?" Of Cells And Skiing The Gift of Coaching Psychology of Ski Racing T-Shirt of the Day

SkiPost E-tales November 6, 2000 Travels with Marcus Nash: Dachstein Glacier November 22, 2000 Roller Skiing December 1, 2000 E-tale: Moonlight and Moose; Fairbanks Training Camp with the U.S. Ski Team

Press Releases September 28, 2001 Minnesota Orienteering Meet at Murphy September 15, 2001 MN Biathlon Fall Fesitival September 15, 2001 October Summer Biathlon at Elk River September 14, 2001 Thunder Bay skiers make Winter Racing Team September 14, 2001 New Video: High Velocity September 8, 2001 Summer Biathlon Results September 5, 2001 Minnesota Nordic Ski Association Announces Annual Meeting September 5, 2001 Twin Cities Factory Team Clinic Details & Testimonials September 4, 2001 CXC/NorAm Races at Telemark August 19, 2001 Biathlon: Camp Ripley/Northshore Recap August 14, 2001 American Ski Marathon Series Celebrates 25 Years Of Skiing Across America August 14, 2001 2002 Subaru National Masters Championships August 14, 2001 AXCS Makes A Difference For XC Community August 2, 2001 Twin Cities Subaru Factory Team Academy August 6, 2001 OHV Issues for NE Minnesota August 4, 2001 U.S. Summer Biathlon Race Series - Sprint Competition August 2, 2001 U.S. Summer Biathlon Race Series - Mass Start July 22, 2001 Fisherman's Picnic Trail Run and Walk July 18, 2001 New Yoko/Toko Products for 2002 July 11, 2001 Hennepin Parks Seeking Park Patrol Volunteers July 6, 2001 Benefit Garage Sale for Dan Campbell July 1, 2001 Minnesota Nordic Ski Association Announces Important Meeting June 22, 2001 Biathlon Junior Teams Named, Bednarski Promoted June 17, 2001 Historic Achievement for Nordic Skiing in Minnesota June 11, 2001 HASTA Musky Festival walk/run May 20, 2001 Initial Meeting of State-wide Cross Country Ski Organization Set May 17, 2001 Mt. Itasca Schedule Promises $2 Million Economic Impact May 14, 2001 Norm Oakvik Ski Trail Dedication May 3, 2001 Mt. Itasca Land Donation May 1, 2001 Snowflake Storm Damage Clean Up April 24, 2001 Cross Country Skier Magazine moves to Cable April 4, 2001 Kangaroo Hoppet Trip April 1, 2001 Swedish Biathlon Nationals: Individual Event March 31, 2001 Swedish Biathlon Nationals: Relay Event March 30, 2001 Swedish Biathlon Nationals: Mass Start March 25, 2001 Biathlon National Championships: Relay Event March 22, 2001 Spring Skiing at Telemark Resort March 20, 2001 Biathlon NorAm Championships: Relay Event March 17, 2001 Biathlon NorAm Championships: Sprint Race March 16, 2001 Biathlon NorAm Championships: Mass Start March 14, 2001 Formation of New Minnesota XC Ski Organization March 9, 2001 U.S. gets victory in final Biathlon Europa Cup March 6, 2001 Minneapolis Ski Club Annual General Meeting March 1, 2001 PSIA Training February 23, 2001 Opening Ceremonies February 20, 2001 Prize to Share book signing February 14, 2001 Mother Nature Teams Up With Birkie Race Officials February 13, 2001 Finlandia Course Chief's Welcome February 13, 2001 Skiers take the Telemark shuttle bus to ski Birkie Trail February 12, 2001 North End Classic initiates new nordic race tradition February 8, 2001 Most Improved High School Skiers of the Year February 5, 2001 Arts Council Funds Birkie Song February 2, 2001 Fast Wax stonegrind article January 31, 2001 REI Twin Cities February Events January 29, 2001 New Biathlon Club Seeks Members and Support January 22, 2001 Youth Ski Races Integral Part of Birkie 2001 Festivities January 18, 2001 24 Hours of Telemark Wrapup January 14, 2001 First Ever Ski Festival for Recreational Cross Country Skiers January 11, 2001 Telemark Resort - January 13-14 weekend update January 10, 2001 Hodag Ski Chase Trail Update January 9, 2001 Seeley Classic to be held on Birkebeiner Trail January 9, 2001 Preparations Accelerate for American Birkebeiner Ski Race January 9, 2001 World Junior Championship Tryouts January 8, 2001 YOKO 232 System Dominates US Nationals Results January 6, 2001 Six Midwest Skiers Qualify for US Junior Ski Team Trips January 6, 2001 U.S. Biathlon World Team Trials January 4, 2001 Yoko 232 System Shines at US Nationals January 3, 2001 U.S. Biathlon World Team Trials January 2, 2001 U.S. Biathlon World Team Trials January 2, 2001 REI Twin Cities January Events January 2, 2001 Anikin Camp at Telemark Resort January 2, 2001 Chipaloppet 2000 December 21, 2000 Double Birkie set for Dec 30th December 13, 2000 Cable History Museum forms Nordic Ski Team December 13, 2000 Barnebirkie Ski Sticker Contest December 7, 2000 Plan for new Olympic-caliber biathlon center unveiled at Mount Itasca December 1, 2000 REI Twin Cities December Events November 26, 2000 Minnesota Biathlon Seniors Sweep November 17, 2000 Fast Wax Waxing Clinics November 15, 2000 Minnesota Biathlon Winter Schedule November 14, 2000 Trail Improvements Increase Interest in Birkie November 9, 2000 NM2000: Major grants given to cross-country ski community November 6, 2000 Annual MYSL Ski Swap November 1, 2000 REI Twin Cities November Events October 31, 2000 Ski Swaps October 30, 2000 Expanded Fast Wax School Purchase Program October 25, 2000 Dept. of Tourism Survey Conducted for Birkie October 17, 2000 North Stars Update October 13, 2000 How to use Toko Wax October 12, 2000 Minnesota Biathlon Fall Festival October 9, 2000 Fast Wax Base Prep October 2, 2000 ASM 2001: Go The Distance September 28, 2000 Sugarloaf Hosts 2001 National Masters September 12, 2000 Birkie Hires New Trail Supervisor September 8, 2000 BWCA Ski Trail Clearing Volunteers Sought September 5, 2000 24 hours of Telemark September 3, 2000 Special Olympics Rollerski-a-thon September 1, 2000 REI Twin Cities September Events July 28, 2000 ABSF Annual Meeting July 1, 2000 "If I can do this, I can do anything" - Ski For Light 2001 May 10, 2000 2001 Kortelopet: a race of its own

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