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2009-2010 Racing Calendar
| This is last season's calendar. We will
publish the new calendar later this fall. In the meantime, check
the Race Directors Calendar for
an early look at the seasons events and to help with race scheduling.
If you're a race director or involved in a race organization,
please send us your updates. |
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November
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| Nov.29 |
Ware Off The Turkey Race
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5K freestyle
2 pm |
Dresser, WI
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| Burn off the turkey with a 5K sprint race at Trollhaugen. |
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December
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| Dec.2-Feb.17 |
Elm Creek Relays / Time Trial
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5K freestyle, 5K classical
7 pm, 7:30 pm (repeats Wednesdays) |
Maple Grove, MN
763-493-3260 |
| This is a great little training race series; it is held Wednesday nights. Separate skate and classical races. The 5K lighted trail at Elm Creek is a great mix of hills and flats. |
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| Dec.2-Mar.3 |
Duluth XC Wednesday Night Ski Series
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4-5K
6 pm (repeats Wednesdays) |
Duluth, MN
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| A weekly Wednesday evening race series in Duluth. The venue rotates between Snowflake, Spirit Mtn, Lester Park and Pine Valley. Starts at first good snow; continues into early March, depending on conditions. |
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| Dec.12 |
Hoigaards Relays
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4x3K relay masters; juniors
8:45 am; 9:30 am |
Minneapolis, MN
952-929-1351 |
| Racing on manmade snow. Teams of 2, 3 or 4 persons. Two races: Masters first, then Juniors. Backup venue is Hyland Hills. |
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| Dec.12-13 |
Grand View XC Ski Challenge/JOQ
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5K, 10K freestyle Sat; 10K classical Sun
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Ironwood, MI
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| The race is a Junior Olympic Qualifier with classes for Masters, Seniors and college skiers, plus shorter 1K and 3K distances. Interval starts. Held at the Wolverine Nordic Ski club trails. |
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| Dec.13 |
The Preseason Physical
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10K freestyle
9 am |
Minneapolis, MN
612-873-9528 |
| Early season racing on the man-made snow loop at Theodore Wirth. Kids race and 2K tour also. |
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| Dec.15-Feb.16 |
Elver Park Race Series
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5K, 10K freestyle, classical
7 pm (repeats Tuesdays) |
Madison, WI
608-255-8494 |
| A series of races held on Tuesday evenings at Elver Park (no race on Dec 29th). Put on by Madison Nordic Ski club. |
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| Dec.15-Feb.16 |
Iowa City Tuesday Night Series
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7 pm |
Iowa City, IA
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| Low-key Tuesday night race series at Univ of Iowa Ashton CC trails. |
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| Dec.19 |
Winter Solstice Pursuit
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7K duathlon
6 pm |
Dresser, WI
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| An evening race held at Trollhaugen under the lights! Skiers will start with two loops of the Troll Hollow course in classic, then enter the transition area and must change equipment (minimum of skis and poles) and complete two loops of skating. |
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| Dec.19 |
Elk River Race
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10K, 20K freestyle
10 am |
Elk River, MN
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| Racing on the challenging terrain of Woodland Trails. Kids 1K and 2K races afterwards. |
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| Dec.19 |
Trinordique Winter Triathlon
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8:30 am |
Maple Grove, MN
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| Held at Elm Creek, will feature run, bike and cross-country skiing legs. Individual or team relay. There will also be a kids race. |
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| Dec.19 |
Tuscobia Ultramarathon
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50K, 75 miles ski, bike or run
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Park Falls, WI
715-518-3069 |
| Ski, bike,or run 50k or 75 miles self-supported race. Starts in Rice Lake and finishes in Park Falls. |
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| Dec.19-20 |
Wausau JOQ
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sprints freestyle Sat; sprints classical Sun
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Wausau, WI
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| New JOQ races in Wausau. Sprint races both days. |
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| Dec.19 |
Short-notice: St. Mary's Race
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10K freestyle
9:30 am |
Winona, MN
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| With the great snow conditions, a short-notice race on the hilly trails at St. Mary's University. |
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| Dec.20 |
Flake Race
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10K freestyle
11 am |
Brule, WI
218-728-4466 |
| Update: Moved to the AfterHours Ski Trails. Mass start skate race on the Afterhours trail system, presented by Continental Ski and Bike. Plus a free afternoon ski clinic. |
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| Dec.26 |
Boxing Day Classic
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15K classical
1 pm |
Thunder Bay, ON
807-767-1860 |
| Held out at Lappe Nordic Center. Kids races too. |
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| Dec.26 |
West Itasca Xmas-New Year Ski Fest Time Trial I
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5K, 15K, 30K classical, freestyle
1 pm |
Waubun, MN
612-991-4912 |
| Cancelled the Dec 26th race, will hold only the Dec 28th race this year. This time trial is a part of the West Itasca Xmas-New Year XC Ski Festival. Cookies and coffee and door prizes are provided. |
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| Dec.26 |
Como Championships
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10K freestyle
9 am |
St. Paul, MN
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| Holidays 10K race at Como Park. Separate mens and womens starts. High school 5K race as well, and a free kids race. |
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| Dec.28 |
West Itasca Xmas-New Year Ski Fest Time Trial II
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5K, 15K, 30K classical, freestyle
10 am |
Waubun, MN
612-991-4912 |
| This time trial is a part of the West Itasca Xmas-New Year XC Ski Festival. Cookies and coffee and door prizes are provided. |
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| On-Going Race Series |
| Dec.2-Feb.17 |
Elm Creek Relays / Time Trial
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5K freestyle, 5K classical
7 pm, 7:30 pm (repeats Wednesdays) |
Maple Grove, MN
763-493-3260 |
| This is a great little training race series; it is held Wednesday nights. Separate skate and classical races. The 5K lighted trail at Elm Creek is a great mix of hills and flats. |
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| Dec.2-Mar.3 |
Duluth XC Wednesday Night Ski Series
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4-5K
6 pm (repeats Wednesdays) |
Duluth, MN
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| A weekly Wednesday evening race series in Duluth. The venue rotates between Snowflake, Spirit Mtn, Lester Park and Pine Valley. Starts at first good snow; continues into early March, depending on conditions. |
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| Dec.15-Feb.16 |
Elver Park Race Series
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5K, 10K freestyle, classical
7 pm (repeats Tuesdays) |
Madison, WI
608-255-8494 |
| A series of races held on Tuesday evenings at Elver Park (no race on Dec 29th). Put on by Madison Nordic Ski club. |
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| Dec.15-Feb.16 |
Iowa City Tuesday Night Series
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7 pm |
Iowa City, IA
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| Low-key Tuesday night race series at Univ of Iowa Ashton CC trails. |
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January
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| Jan.1 |
Irondale Rice Creek Classic
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6K, 9K classical
10 am |
New Brighton, MN
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| 6K high school and 9K citizen race on the Rice Creek trails behind Irondale high school. Fundraiser for Irondale Nordic ski team. |
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| Jan.2 |
Waukesha County X-C Ski Race
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5K, 12K freestyle
11:30 am |
Waukesha, WI
262-896-8074 |
| Held at Nashotah Park. There's also a 2K kids race held earlier in the morning. |
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| Jan.2 |
Blue Hills Ascent
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8K, 16K freestyle
11 am |
Bruce, WI
715-967-2318 |
| Nice small wave starts. The course pretty much climbs for the first half and descends for the second. |
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| Jan.2-3 |
Stormy Kromer Pursuit
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10K classical Sat; 15K freestyle Sun
noon; 10 am |
Montreal, WI
715-561-2922 |
| A weekend of racing in Iron County in far NE Wisconsin. The first day in Montreal with a 10km classical, and the second day in Mercer with a 15km freestyle. |
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| Jan.2-3 |
Twin Cities Championships
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5K, 10K classical Sat; 5K, 15K freestyle Sun
noon Sat; noon Sun |
Twin Cities, MN
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| Update: Saturday and Sunday starts delayed until noon. Two days of racing in the Twin Cities. Battle Creek on Saturday for a mass start classical race, Theodore Wirth on Sunday for pursuit start skate race. High school race with 5K courses also available. |
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| Jan.3 |
Blueberry Hills Classic
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10K classical
1 pm |
Deer River, MN
218-328-5191 |
| Moved from Jan 2 to Jan 3 Features the beautiful Blueberry Hills ski trails. |
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| Jan.6-Feb.17 |
Lapham Peak Series
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3.7K freestyle
7 pm (repeats Wednesdays) |
Delafield, WI
262-646-4421 |
| Held on the lighted trails at Lapham Peak, starting at the Evergreen shelter. Freestyle races every week for 6 weeks, additional classical events every other week. There is also a Jr High series.
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| Jan.6-Feb.17 |
MYSL Team Sprint Series
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team sprints
6:30 pm (repeats Wednesdays) |
Minneapolis, MN
612-724-4071 |
| This informal Wednesday night race series at Wirth Park is based on two-person relays with a different format each week. Bring a partner or sign up to be matched with a skier of similar ability. Adult, child and adult/child divisions. Seven consecutive Wednesdays. |
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| Jan.9-10 |
24 Hours of Telemark
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freestyle, classical
10 am |
Cable, WI
715-798-3571 |
| In the spirit of 24 hour mountain biking events, this is a 24 hour marathon ski at Telemark trails. Many event options solo to teams for 24 & 12 hours as well as 3 and 6 hour categories for skiers of all levels. It's not a race, it's a Happening! |
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| Jan.9 |
Pre-Loppet
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16K freestyle
11 am |
Minneapolis, MN
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| Test drive the opening half of the City of Lakes Loppet with a freestyle race. Mass start. |
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| Jan.9 |
Valley Spur Ski Bash
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12K, 24K classical, 24K freestyle
10 am EST |
Munising, MI
906-439–5319 |
| One of Upper Michigan's best kept secrets, Valley Spur offers heavenly skiing with great snow, trails, scenery and grooming of all trails for both skate and classic. |
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| Jan.9 |
SISU Ski Fest
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21K, 42K freestyle, classicaI
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Ironwood, MI
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| New point-to-point marathon race starting at ABR and finishing in downtown Ironwood. |
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| Jan.10 |
Sawtooth International
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10K classical; 20K freestyle
10 am; 11 am |
Grand Marais, MN
218-387-2902 |
| Run on the beautiful Pincushion trails overlooking Grand Marais, a convenient venue for Canadians and Americans to meet. There will be no combined awards, but racers have done both events for the challenge. All are welcome to try!
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| Jan.10 |
Finding Rainbow
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20K freestyle, classical
11 am |
Waubun, MN
612-991-4912 |
| Rolling race over the Rainbow Resort trail system. |
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| Jan.10 |
Short-notice: Green Acres 5K
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5K freestyle
10 am |
Lake Elmo, MN
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| Fun, fast, and short skate race on the brand-new trails at Green Acres. |
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| Jan.16 |
Coca Cola Classic
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15K freestyle
11 am |
Alexandria, MN
877-542-6337 |
| Not held due to a lack of interest. Run out on the Andes Tower Hills Trails. 5K distance for high school and under. |
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| Jan.16 |
Snekkevik
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12K classical, freestyle
9:30 am |
Wausau, WI
715-355-0821 |
| Mass start 12K Skate & Classical Races at Nine Mile Ski Trails. 6K HS, 3.5K Junior races. Merchandise raffle for all registered racers. |
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| Jan.16 |
Seeley Hills Classic
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22K, 42K classical
10 am |
Seeley, WI
715-798-3571 |
| Run on the Birkie trail, it has become one of the most prestigious classical races around. High school and wooden ski divisions as well. |
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| Jan.16-17 |
Mt. Itasca JOQ
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sprints freestyle Sat; 10K classical Sun
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Coleraine, MN
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| Two days of racing at the hilly Mt. Itasca venue in Coleraine (near Grand Rapids). Freestyle sprints on Saturday, classical races on Sunday. |
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| Jan.16 |
Edgewood Winter Blast
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5K, 10K freestyle; 5K classical
9:30 am; 11:15 am |
Fargo, ND
701-241-1350 |
| Skate and classical races. There is also youth/recreational 5K races and a 1K kids race. |
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| Jan.16 |
Copper Loppet
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13K, 26K freestyle
noon |
Houghton, MI
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| Traverses the entire length of the Tech Trails, including the Nara and Lower trails. Can also combine with Copper Island Classic for the Paradise Pursuit title. |
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| Jan.16 |
Short-notice: Lake Minnetonka XC Ski Race
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5K, 10K freestyle, classical
10 am |
Excelsior, MN
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| On Lake Minnetonka's Excelsior Bay. A family friendly freestyle and classic races. Free 2k kids race. Sponsored by Gear West.
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| Jan.17 |
Greenbush Nordic Challenge
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15K freestyle
11 am |
Greenbush, WI
920-467-2099 |
| Held on the Greenbush Trails in Kettle Moraine State Forest. There are also kids, middle and high school races. |
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| Jan.17 |
Copper Island Classic
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5K, 10K classical
1 pm EST |
Chassell, MI
906-523-4884 |
| Varied terrian, held on the Chassell Ski Trails. Nice combination weekend with the TalviTohinat race. |
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| Jan.17 |
Boulder Lake Ski Race
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11K, 31K freestyle
11 am |
Duluth, MN
218-728-0610 |
| Flat, fast and fun racing on the Boulder Lake Mgmt Trails, just north of Duluth. |
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| Jan.19-Feb.2 |
Pine Valley Series
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5K classical, freestyle
6:30 pm (repeats Tuesdays) |
Cloquet, MN
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| Join the fun at Pine Valley in Cloquet every Tuesday evening for an informal nordic ski series. There's even a No-Pressure-Just-For-Fun division. |
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| Jan.22 |
Montebello Niteski
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6K classical, freestyle
6 pm |
Bemidji, MN
218-751-0041 |
| Yup, 6:00 in the evening! An event that uses lighted Montebello trails in Bemidji. There's a 2K kids race too. |
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| Jan.23 |
Lapham Loppet
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11K freestyle
11 am |
Delafield, WI
262-965-2636 |
| Held at Lapham Peak. Wave starts on outer loop. There are also 4.5K high school, and 1K kids race. |
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| Jan.23 |
Balsam Vinter Fest
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10K, 20K freestyle
11 am |
Amery, WI
715-268-8655 |
| Held on the Balsam Branch trails -- great rolling course with a long, gradual downhill cruise to the finish. There's also a 6K high school race and 2K kids race earlier in the morning. |
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| Jan.23 |
Pepsi Challenge
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24K, 50K classical; 24K, 50K freestyle; 10K freestyle
9:30 am; 10 am; 10:15 am |
Biwabik, MN
800-688-7669 ext. 3409 |
| The course runs entirely on the top notch ski trails at Giant's Ridge. There always seem to be great snow and great grooming. |
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| Jan.23-24 |
Lappe Invitational
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classical Sat; freestyle Sun
1pm; 11 am |
Thunder Bay, ON
807-346-0607 |
| Uses the wonderful trails at Lappe Nordic Centre. Kids events both days as well. Overall Invitational champions determined by two day total times. |
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| Jan.23 |
Hormel Nature Center Ski Race
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8K classical; 13K freestyle
10 am; 11 am |
Austin, MN
507-319-1136 |
| Held on the beautifully groomed trails at the Hormel Nature Center in Austin MN. This year offering a 1 mile beginners/kids race and also shorten the classical race down to 8k. |
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| Jan.23-24 |
Mayor's Challenge/SuperTour/JOQ
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5K, 10K freestyle Sat; 10K, 15K classical Sun
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Minneapolis, MN
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| SuperTour and JOQ races at Theodore Wirth (with open, college and youth divisions) -- tune up for the 2011 Junior Nationals. Individual starts on Saturday, mass start on Sunday. |
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| Jan.24 |
Fridtjof Nansen
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15K freestyle
11 am |
Eau Claire, WI
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| One of the longest running ski races in Wisconsin. Held at the Tower Ridge ski area. High school and middle school races and kids fun race as well. |
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| Jan.24 |
Waukesha Barnelopet Kids Race
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1K, 2K freestyle
1:30 pm |
Waukesha, WI
262-896-8074 |
| Kids races (ages 3-12) at Minooka Park. The event is free and part of the Waukesha Winter JanBoree Festival. Every participant receives a medal. |
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| Jan.30 |
Noquemanon Ski Marathon
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12K, 23K, 53K classical, freestyle
9 am EST |
Ishpeming, MI
888-578-6489 |
| A point to point race, running from Ishpeming to Marquette. Multiple wave starts. Freestyle starts 40 minutes after classical. Last half of the race is almost all downhill. Finishes at Marquette's Superior Dome. |
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| Jan.30 |
Iowa Winter Games
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8K classical; 10K freestyle
10 am; 2 pm |
Dubuque, IA
563-583-6345 |
| Held at Mines of Spain State Park in Dubuque. Only open to Iowa and Illinois residents. |
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| Jan.30-31 |
SuperTour/JOQ at Telemark
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5K, 10K classical; 10K, 15K freestyle
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Cable, WI
715-462-9911 |
| Olympic level cross country ski competition also open to high school, juniors, masters, collegiate & citizen racers. Interval starts Saturday, mass start on Sunday. |
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| Jan.31 |
Iola Norseman Challenge
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10K classical; 18K freestyle
9:30 am; noon |
Iola, WI
715-677-3191 |
| There's also a 6K high school race and a kids races. |
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| Jan.31 |
Marine/O'Brien Ski Race
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12K, 25K classical; 12K, 25K freestyle
10:30 am; 11 am |
Marine on St. Croix, MN
651-644-2800 |
| This is a great community race with scenic trails. Held at William O'Brien State Park. Once around park for 12km and twice around for 25km. There's also great kids races with age appropriate distances starting at 1:30PM! New this year is a 8km wooden ski tour that starts with the classic race. |
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| Jan.31 |
Lumberjack Jaunt
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6K, 16K classical; 6K, 16K freestyle
11 am, noon |
Brainerd, MN
218-746-4413 |
| One of the older races in Minnesota (started in 1972). Held at the Northland Arboretum. There's also 1K kids race. |
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| Jan.31 |
SMU 10K Classic
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10K classical
1 pm |
Winona, MN
507-457-8740 |
| Mass start classical race on the scenic trails at St. Mary's University. Bib to all participants and medals for top three men and women in open and recreational classes. |
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| Jan.31 |
Nordic Spirit
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10K classical; 13K, 25K freestyle
8:50 am; 9 am |
Duluth, MN
218-727-3682 |
| Held at the Spirit Mountain ski trails. Hosted by the Duluth XC ski club. |
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| On-Going Race Series |
| Dec.2-Feb.17 |
Elm Creek Relays / Time Trial
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5K freestyle, 5K classical
7 pm, 7:30 pm (repeats Wednesdays) |
Maple Grove, MN
763-493-3260 |
| This is a great little training race series; it is held Wednesday nights. Separate skate and classical races. The 5K lighted trail at Elm Creek is a great mix of hills and flats. |
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| Dec.2-Mar.3 |
Duluth XC Wednesday Night Ski Series
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4-5K
6 pm (repeats Wednesdays) |
Duluth, MN
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| A weekly Wednesday evening race series in Duluth. The venue rotates between Snowflake, Spirit Mtn, Lester Park and Pine Valley. Starts at first good snow; continues into early March, depending on conditions. |
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| Dec.15-Feb.16 |
Elver Park Race Series
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5K, 10K freestyle, classical
7 pm (repeats Tuesdays) |
Madison, WI
608-255-8494 |
| A series of races held on Tuesday evenings at Elver Park (no race on Dec 29th). Put on by Madison Nordic Ski club. |
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| Dec.15-Feb.16 |
Iowa City Tuesday Night Series
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7 pm |
Iowa City, IA
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| Low-key Tuesday night race series at Univ of Iowa Ashton CC trails. |
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| Jan.6-Feb.17 |
Lapham Peak Series
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3.7K freestyle
7 pm (repeats Wednesdays) |
Delafield, WI
262-646-4421 |
| Held on the lighted trails at Lapham Peak, starting at the Evergreen shelter. Freestyle races every week for 6 weeks, additional classical events every other week. There is also a Jr High series.
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| Jan.6-Feb.17 |
MYSL Team Sprint Series
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team sprints
6:30 pm (repeats Wednesdays) |
Minneapolis, MN
612-724-4071 |
| This informal Wednesday night race series at Wirth Park is based on two-person relays with a different format each week. Bring a partner or sign up to be matched with a skier of similar ability. Adult, child and adult/child divisions. Seven consecutive Wednesdays. |
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| Jan.19-Feb.2 |
Pine Valley Series
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5K classical, freestyle
6:30 pm (repeats Tuesdays) |
Cloquet, MN
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| Join the fun at Pine Valley in Cloquet every Tuesday evening for an informal nordic ski series. There's even a No-Pressure-Just-For-Fun division. |
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| Feb.1 |
Arrowhead 135 Winter Ultramarathon
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135 miles
7 am |
International Falls, MN
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| The Arrowhead Winter Ultra is an ultramarathon race on bike, foot or skis, covering 135 miles across the Arrowhead Region of Northern Minnesota from International Falls near the Canadian border to Tower, MN. |
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| Feb.6 |
Badger State Winter Games
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4K, 10K, 21K, 43K classical, freestyle
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Wausau, WI
608-226-4780 |
| Held at Nine Mile Forest. There's also 1K, 4K, and 7K races for kids and juniors. The games are open the events to non-Wisconsin residents. Quadrathlon event (run, bike, snowshoe, ski) on Sunday. |
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| Feb.6 |
Moraloppet
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10K freestyle
1 pm |
Mora, MN
800-368-7772 |
| Race starts and finishes at the Vasaloppet Nordic Center on the north end of town. This timed event has numerous class awards. |
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| Feb.6-7 |
City of Lakes Loppet
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sprints Sat; 25K classical, 35K freestyle Sun
9 am Sat; 9:20 am, 10:30 am Sun |
Minneapolis, MN
612-715-1479 |
| An urban point-to-point race! Starts at Theodore Wirth and finishes on the streets of Uptown Minneapolis. There's also a 10K family tour. Kids races and elite/citizen sprints on Saturday. |
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| Feb.6 |
Mt. Ashwabay Summit Ski Race
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11K freestyle
10 am |
Washburn, WI
715-373-5611 |
| All races start and finish at the Mt. Ashwabay Chalet. Classic and skating lanes are provided throughout the course. Youth and kids races too. |
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| Feb.13 |
Pre-Birkie
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26K, 42K freestyle
10 am |
Hayward, WI
715-634-4994 |
| Starts on Lake Hayward and finishes at Hwy OO. One big mass start! |
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| Feb.13-14 |
North American Vasa
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27K, 50K classical, freestyle Sat; 9K classical Sun
8:30 am Sat; 9 am Sun |
Traverse City, MI
231-938-4400 |
| This is the big one for lower Michigan. Race starts and finishes at Timber Ridge Resort. Beautiful and challenging trail through State Forest. Two day combined Grand Champion title as well. |
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| Feb.13 |
Eldris Sprints
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1K sprints
2 pm |
Mora, MN
800-368-6672 |
| The Eldris Sprints are held on Saturday of Vasaloppet weekend. Unique 1 kilometer course that traverses the Eldris housing community adjacent to the Vasaloppet Nordic Center. Elite and citizen classes. Contact the Vasaloppet race office for registration information. |
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| Feb.14 |
Mora Vasaloppet
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42K classical; 58K, 35K freestyle; 13K freestyle
9 am; 10 am; 12:30 pm |
Mora, MN
800-368-6672 |
| The largest race in Minnesota. The finish is the best around -- down Main street Mora with the crowds cheering! |
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| Feb.14 |
North End Classic
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13K, 24K classical
10 am |
Cable, WI
715-798-3599 |
| Utilizing portions of the Kortelopet course, this race starts and finishes at the North End Trail Head. Special college/HS race fees. |
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| Feb.20 |
Minnesota Finlandia
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25K classical; 50K, 25K freestyle
10 am; 10:30 am |
Bemidji, MN
218-751-0041 |
| A challenging course with many good hills and lots of woods! One of the best run races in Minnesota (especially the wave starts)! Fun events on Sunday as well. |
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| Feb.20 |
Rib Lake HinderBinder
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22K classical; 22K freestyle
10 am; 10:15 am |
Rib Lake, WI
715-748-2307 |
| A place to find snow even in snow-impoverished winters. They have a dedicated, meticulous grooming crew to deliver great ski conditions. The course is hilly and wooded. They also have 8K high school and 3K jr high races and a free 1k kids race. |
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| Feb.20 |
Stump Farm Race
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5K, 20K freestyle
10:15 am, 11:30 am |
Green Bay, WI
920-822-5791 |
| Held on the trails at Reforestation Camp. |
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| Feb.20 |
Book Across the Bay
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10K freestyle
6 pm |
Ashland, WI
800-284-9484 |
| A candlelit, evening race for skiers and snowshoers of all abilities and ages. The course runs from Ashland to Washburn, across Chequamegon Bay. |
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| Feb.20 |
Snowflake and Inga-Lami Races
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11K freestyle men; 11K freestyle women
8:30 am; 9:15 am |
Maple Plain, MN
952-473-0377 |
| The Snowflake race is one of the oldest in Minnesota. The Inga-lami is a special women's only race. The two events are run separately. Held at either Baker Park or Elm Creek, in association with Gear West. |
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| Feb.20 |
Twin Ports Championships
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10K freestyle
10 am |
Duluth, MN
218-728-4466 |
| Mass start freestyle race using the full trail system at Snowflake. |
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| Feb.20-21 |
SuperTour at Madison Winter Fest
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Sprints
2:30 pm Sat; 9:30 am Sun |
Madison, WI
608-385-8864 |
| Cross-country sprints around the Wisconsin State Capitol in heart of downtown Madison. Team sprints relays and 100m WR attempt (freestyle) on Saturday. Classic technique sprints on Sunday. Citizen, kids and high school divisions as well. |
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| Feb.20 |
Winter Challenge Loppet
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7.3K classical
1:30 pm |
Bigfork, MN
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| A low-key classical race at Scenic State Park, part of the Bigfork Valley Winter Challenge. |
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| Feb.20 |
Skiers vs Cyclists TT
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6K freestyle
11 am |
Lake Elmo, MN
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| Pairs up with their cycling time trial for skiers and cyclists held back in August. This time the skiers are in their element. Everyone is welcome, even if you didn't participate in the cycling TT. |
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| Feb.21 |
Erik Judeen Classic
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10K classical
11 am |
Duluth, MN
218-525-7326 |
| Held out on the Charlie Banks ski trails at Korkki Nordic Center. Kids race too. |
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| Feb.26 |
Birkie Citizen Sprints
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2 pm |
Hayward, WI
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| Citizen sprints on the streets of downtown Hayward. |
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| Feb.27 |
American Birkebeiner
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22K, 51K freestyle, classical
8:20 am |
Hayward, WI
800-872-2753 |
| The benchmark race. The largest ski race in North America. Sign up early! |
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| Feb.27 |
Big Bay Honey Bear Classic
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15K, 30K classical
noon |
Big Bay, MI
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| Mass start classic race, held on the Big Bay Pathway classic only trail in Big Bay, Michigan. |
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| Feb.27-28 |
Bearskin Wilderness Pursuit
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10K classical Sat; 10K freestyle Sun
10 am; 10 am |
Grand Marais, MN
218-388-2292 |
| The event has been cancelled. Come to beautiful Bearskin Lodge during the Gunflint Trail's Winter Tracks Festival for a true wilderness ski race, the Bearskin Wilderness Pursuit. Free sprint and kids races on Friday. |
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| Feb.28 |
Beaver Dam Classic
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5K,10K classical
1 pm |
Mora, MN
320-679-3530 |
| The Beaver Dam Classic is a classic stride race/tour and is held on the Beaver Dam and Lanternloppet trail at the Vasaloppet Public Ski Area north of Mora. |
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| On-Going Race Series |
| Dec.2-Feb.17 |
Elm Creek Relays / Time Trial
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5K freestyle, 5K classical
7 pm, 7:30 pm (repeats Wednesdays) |
Maple Grove, MN
763-493-3260 |
| This is a great little training race series; it is held Wednesday nights. Separate skate and classical races. The 5K lighted trail at Elm Creek is a great mix of hills and flats. |
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| Dec.2-Mar.3 |
Duluth XC Wednesday Night Ski Series
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4-5K
6 pm (repeats Wednesdays) |
Duluth, MN
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| A weekly Wednesday evening race series in Duluth. The venue rotates between Snowflake, Spirit Mtn, Lester Park and Pine Valley. Starts at first good snow; continues into early March, depending on conditions. |
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| Dec.15-Feb.16 |
Elver Park Race Series
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5K, 10K freestyle, classical
7 pm (repeats Tuesdays) |
Madison, WI
608-255-8494 |
| A series of races held on Tuesday evenings at Elver Park (no race on Dec 29th). Put on by Madison Nordic Ski club. |
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| Dec.15-Feb.16 |
Iowa City Tuesday Night Series
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7 pm |
Iowa City, IA
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| Low-key Tuesday night race series at Univ of Iowa Ashton CC trails. |
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| Jan.6-Feb.17 |
Lapham Peak Series
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3.7K freestyle
7 pm (repeats Wednesdays) |
Delafield, WI
262-646-4421 |
| Held on the lighted trails at Lapham Peak, starting at the Evergreen shelter. Freestyle races every week for 6 weeks, additional classical events every other week. There is also a Jr High series.
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| Jan.6-Feb.17 |
MYSL Team Sprint Series
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team sprints
6:30 pm (repeats Wednesdays) |
Minneapolis, MN
612-724-4071 |
| This informal Wednesday night race series at Wirth Park is based on two-person relays with a different format each week. Bring a partner or sign up to be matched with a skier of similar ability. Adult, child and adult/child divisions. Seven consecutive Wednesdays. |
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| Jan.19-Feb.2 |
Pine Valley Series
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5K classical, freestyle
6:30 pm (repeats Tuesdays) |
Cloquet, MN
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| Join the fun at Pine Valley in Cloquet every Tuesday evening for an informal nordic ski series. There's even a No-Pressure-Just-For-Fun division. |
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| Mar.6 |
Sleeping Giant Loppet
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10K, 20K, 35K, 50K freestyle, classical
10 am EST |
Lake Mary Louise, ON
807-475-7081 |
| Formerly known at the Sibley Ski Tour. Held on the trails at Sleeping Giant Provincial Park, up near Thunder Bay, Canada. |
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| Mar.6 |
Lakeland Loppet
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8K classical, freestyle; 25K classical, freestyle
9 am; 11 am |
Minocqua, WI
715-356-3309 |
| Held out at Minocqua Winter Park. Wave starts and separate classical and skate races. There's also high school and kids races. |
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| Mar.6 |
River View Loppet
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12K classical; 12K, 24K freestyle
10 am |
Brule, WI
715-372-5678 |
| Held out on the After Hours ski trails. Interval starts. There is also a 4K youth race. |
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| Mar.6 |
Hoigaards Slush Rush Race
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10K freestyle
8:45 am |
Maple Grove, MN
763-478-9223 |
| Updated: Moved to Elm Creek with new start time. A fun race to wind down the ski season. High school and kids races as well. |
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| Mar.6 |
Buena Vista Snowjourn
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12K classical, freestyle
10 am |
Bemidji, MN
218-243-2231 |
| One of the older races in Minnesota, it's run on the rolling trails at Buena Vista ski area. There is also a tour. |
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| Mar.6 |
Rainbow Rendezvous
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10K freestyle, 16K classical,
10 am |
Waubun, MN
612-991-4912 |
| Held on the wide trail system at Rainbow Resort. There is also a 6K tour. |
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| Mar.6 |
Short-notice: Spring Fling
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10K, 20K freestyle
noon |
Elk River, MN
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| Early spring race at Elk River. Proceeds help support the Macalester ski team and Woodland grooming. |
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| Mar.6 |
Iceman Triathlon
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6K ski, 12K bike, 5K run, sled
10 am |
Grand Forks, ND
701-330-0709 |
| The race will involve cross country skiing, biking, and running (and sledding) on and around the Greenway in Grand Forks North Dakota. Some of the skiing may involve ungroomed trail. |
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| Mar.6 |
Springloppet
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12K classical; 12K, 24K freestyle
11 am; 11:20 am |
Grand Rapids, MN
218-256-8323 |
| Classical and freestyle races on the trails at Sugar Hills. Also kids races in the afternoon. |
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| Mar.7 |
Lotvola Cup
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12K classical
11 am |
Callaway, MN
800-654-7711 |
| Held on the trails at Maplelag Resort featuring the double track classic trails. One of longest running events in Minnesota. Starts on lake and travels through wooded terrain, clearings, and follows around lakes. Custom hats for registrants. Kids race after the adults finish. |
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| Mar.7 |
Short-notice: Shell Lake Sprint
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2K freestyle; 5K freestyle
1:30 pm; 2:50 pm |
Shell Lake, WI
715-205-4424 |
| Both 2K and 5K races in Shell Lake on the Red Barn ski trail system. Divisions for adults, high school and kids. |
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| Mar.7 |
Short-notice: Elk River Biathlon Race
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12K experienced race; 2.5K, 7K novice race
9 am; 11 am |
Elk River, MN
612-724-6009 |
| Late season biathlon race at Woodlands! Open to experienced and novice (first-timers!) biathletes. Novice need to RSVP to insure spare equipment. |
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| Mar.13 |
Great Bear Chase
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26K classical, freestyle; 50K freestyle
9 am EST, 9:30 am EST; 9:20 am EST |
Calumet, MI
906-337-4520 |
| Held on the Swedetown Trails. There is also a Junior Bear Chase held on Friday, 1/2K - 5K distances. |
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| Mar.13 |
Wooden Ski Rendezvous
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5K classical
10 am |
Duluth, MN
218-726-1550 |
| Cancelled due to warm and wet conditions. Wooden skis must have wooden bottoms and authentic boots, bindings and other equipment is encouraged. Also, prizes for best vintage dress. Held out at Snowflake Nordic. |
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| Mar.13 |
Pole, Pedal, Pant Winter Triathlon
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10K ski, 7K bike, 7K run
9 am |
Maple Grove, MN
612-991-4912 |
| A winter triathlon that starts with 10K XC skiing, 7K biking, and a 7K run. Teams or individuals. |
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| Mar.13 |
Chili Bowl Equinox
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10K duathlon format
10 am |
Dresser, WI
715-755-2955 |
| Cancelled due to warm and very wet conditions. Held on the Troll Hollow course at Trollhaugen. Two laps classical then switch equipment on the fly for two laps skating. There's also a hill climb race, and chili lunch for all participants. |
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| Mar.13 |
Lake Wissota Loppet
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10K classical; 10K, 20K freestyle
9 am |
Chippewa Falls, WI
715-726-3231 |
| The entire race will take place on Lake Wissota in Chippewa Falls, starting at The Edge. There is also a snowshoe race. |
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| Mar.14 |
Last Ditch Switch
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10K duathlon format
9 am |
Osseo, MN
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| Cancelled due to the continued warm and wet weather. Held at Elm Creek on the man-made snow trails. 5K classical then switch over on the fly to 5K skate. Can also do it as a two-person relay. |
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| Mar.21 |
ABR Spring Race
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19K freestyle
8:54 am |
Ironwood, MI
906-932-3502 |
| Cancelled due to the warm, wet March weather. Held out on the top notch ABR trail system. Special equalizer format handicapping based on age and sex. First one across the line wins. Also a youth 6K race, 3K kids race and 1K gorilla chase! |
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| Mar.27-28 |
24 Hours of Lappe
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24 hour race
noon |
Thunder Bay, ON
807-346-0607 |
| Cancelled due to the lack of snow. 24 hours of ski racing -- starts noon on Saturday, wraps up noon on Sunday. Teams or individuals. Held at Lappe Nordic. |
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| Mar.27 |
Short-notice: Valley Spur BYOB
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15K-20k freestyle, classical
9:30 am |
Munising, MI
708-624-8330 |
| The skiing at Valley Spur in the UP is remarkably good. 15K -20K Classic and Skating and maybe make up teams and pull some relays off afterward. Will have a timer and we are asking racers to BYOB bring your own bib. No fee but donations will be appreciated as trail will be groomed. |
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| On-Going Race Series |
| Dec.2-Mar.3 |
Duluth XC Wednesday Night Ski Series
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4-5K
6 pm (repeats Wednesdays) |
Duluth, MN
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| A weekly Wednesday evening race series in Duluth. The venue rotates between Snowflake, Spirit Mtn, Lester Park and Pine Valley. Starts at first good snow; continues into early March, depending on conditions. |
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