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OHP Cross Country Ski Technique and Training Program
January 27, 2012
Karen Bebchuk will be leading a six week cross-country skiing technique and training program, beginning February 1st. Sessions will meet at various parks in the Twin Cities metro area.
North Star Ski Club: Making of the City of Lakes Loppet
January 8, 2012
The North Star Ski Club will be hosting City of Lakes Nordic Ski Foundation director John Munger for a presentation on the 'The Making of the City of Lakes Loppet'. Munger will provide an inside scoop of the race and the many faces of the skiers and volunteers. The North Star Ski Club meeting is this Tuesday, Jan 10th, at St. Peter Catholic Church in Richfield, and is open to the public.
Ski and Tea Womens Clinics
December 30, 2011
Two special women's clinics this winter in Seeley, part of the Ski and Tea series, and featuring Caitlin Gregg and Audrey Weber. Post-Seeley Hills and Pre-Birkie weekend events.
Double Birkie is On, Start Moved
December 26, 2011
The Double Birkie, a group distance ski, is on for Wednesday, Dec 28th. The event start has been moved to Hwy OO warming hut in order to access the best trail conditions, but still plans to log 90K for the most ambitious skiers.
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Riverbrook's Double Birkie Blowout Sale
Sisu, Ramsey County to Develop Outdoor Center, Snowmaking at Battle Creek
December 22, 2011
The Sisu Foundation in partnership with Ramsey County have announced plans to build an outdoor center for silent sports, as well as snowmaking and additional lighting for the Battle Creek venue.
Bay Nordic Dryland Coverage
December 19, 2011
Over 100 kids turned out last weekend for the opening "ski" session of Bay Nordic in Green Bay. Next session is January 7th.
CXC Veterans/Adaptive Camp Recap
December 7, 2011
John Brown provides a short recap and some photos from the first annual Winter Veteran Adaptive Nordic Ski Camp, put on by CXC at Telemark Resort last weekend.
Cancelled: John Bauer Nordic Ski and Wax Clinics in Bemidji
December 5, 2011
With the lack of snow (and low interest), organizers have decided to cancel the John Bauer Wax and Ski Clinics that were planned for Dec 9-10th in Bemidji.
Parent Confidential: Junior Skiing
December 3, 2011
Deb Diggins and John Harrer/Kate Ellis will be offering an informal discussion group for parents with junior skiers just getting into XC racing or looking to take it to the next level. The last chance at this presentation is this Sunday, December 4th at Gear West 4pm.
Double Birkie Scheduled for December 28th
December 2, 2011
The 25th annual Double Birkie is scheduled for Wednesday, December 28th. The big training event has athletes skiing from Fish Hatchery up to Telemark, eating lunch, then skiing back again -- total of roughly 90K. However, skiers can jump in anywhere along the way.
Final Saturday Morning Workout at Battle Creek
December 1, 2011
This Saturday is the last dryland workout at Battle Creek by the Sisu Skiers, so come out Saturday morning at 8:00 am, and do your intervals on the wonderful hills at Battle Creek.
Clubbing at Three Rivers
December 1, 2011
Three Rivers Park District is offering a number ski clubs this winter, including classic and skate technique clubs at Hyland, as well as an adaptive ski club.
Marshall's Holiday Nordic Ski Camp
November 26, 2011
The Marshall School in Duluth will be offering their annual Nordic Ski Camp, Dec 28-30, for kids ages 5-12 and of all abilities. The camp features plenty of cross-country skiing, along with hayrides, bonfires, snacks and more.
Sisu Adaptive Nordic Program
November 26, 2011
The Sisu Foundation will begin offering an adaptive Nordic skiing program on Wednesday evenings at Battle Creek starting November 30th. Equipment will be provided and one of the program goals will be to compete in the upcoming adaptive races in late January.
Go!Training Adult Winter Training Programs
November 17, 2011
Snow is flying and Go!Training has rolled out the adult winter training programs. There are a wide range of options available, including morning and evening sessions, as well as groups for beginners to wave 1 Birkie skiers.
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City of Lakes Loppet Ski Club Classical Group Program
MYSL Skiwerx Program
November 15, 2011
Registration is now open for the winter session of Skiwerx (beginning Nov 28). Skiwerx is a ski training program for kids 9-13 with groups meeting in Minneapolis, Plymouth, and East Metro.
Trollhaugen Thanksgiving XC Clinics
November 15, 2011
Trollhaugen will again be offering weekend post-Thanksgiving ski clinics, November 26-27th. Saturday will focus on classic technique, Sunday will be skate.
Nordic Ski Clinic with John Bauer
November 10, 2011
The Bemidji area cross-country ski club is hosting a weekend Nordic ski clinic with Olympian John Bauer, Dec 9-10th in Bemidji. Friday night features a waxing clinic, Saturday an all-day technique clinic with Bauer.
SkiErg World Sprints
October 29, 2011
Matt Liebsch and Jennie Bender are hosting the Twin Cities edition of the SkiErg World Sprints, Nov 11-13. Hammer out a 1K SkiErg sprint. Open to all ages and abilities, and two locations to compete at.
OptumHealth Ski Classes
October 27, 2011
OptumHeath is offering a pair of XC ski classes this fall/winter, led by Karen Bebchuk and Audrey Weber.
Skier Gala Trail Run and Silent Auction
October 24, 2011
In addition to a 5 mile trail run race/walk, there will be a silent auction of some great skiing equipment, including Matt Liebsch's famed 3th place at US Nationals skis, at the Skier Gala event this Sunday at Elm Creek. Auction bids are now open.
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Team Birkie Revived
Skier Gala 5 Mile Trail Run
Arctic Commando 5K Trail Run
October 22, 2011
Registration is open for the third running of the Arctic Commando 5K Trail Run on November 12th at Battle Creek Park. This year the course will follow the new 5K trail designed for the Super Tour in January. The event is a fundraiser for St. Paul Central Nordic Skiing.
UWGB Trail Run and Ski Clinic
October 14, 2011
UW-Green Bay Nordic ski team is hosting a 5 mile trail run and post-race ski clinic on Sunday, November 6th.
Skier Gala 5 Mile Trail Run
October 13, 2011
There will be a fundraiser 5M trail run at Elm Creek on Sunday, October 30th, along with a post-race silent auction which will including some memorabilia from Matt Liebsch career to date.
Team Birkie Open Workout
October 6, 2011
Team Birkie is hosting an open working this Saturday, Oct 8th at French starting at 8 am.
Olympic Medalist Todd Lodwick Coming to Winona
October 6, 2011
Todd Lodwick, two time World Champion in Nordic Combined (cross country skiing and ski jumping), five time Olympian and 2010 Olympic Silver medalist, will be the guest speaker at the Winona Nordic Ski Club dinner on Saturday, November 12th. Tickets are still available.
Discount Trail Passes for Yellowstone Ski Festival
October 6, 2011
West Yellowstone is offer a preseason rate on trail passes for the upcoming Yellowstone Ski Festival. Order by October 31st to get in on the ground floor.
Children's Adaptive Ski Program in Madison
September 30, 2011
CXC will be running an adaptive ski program for children this fall/winter at Elver Park in Madison. Come to an informational session Saturday, Oct 8th at the American Family Children’s Hospital.
Grand Traverse
September 30, 2011
The 5th annual Grand Traverse will be held Saturday, October 8th. The event is non-competitive hiking/running along the Duluth hillside from Jay Cooke State Park ending at the Lakewalk in front of Fitger’s - all on the Superior Hiking Trail. In addition to the Grand Traverse (27.4 miles) there are three shorter start locations along the course.
Bairds Creek Hill Bounding
September 29, 2011
Green Bay skiers are hitting the hills at Bairds Creek on Tuesday evenings for hill bounding sessions. Mark Ernst has a recap and some nice videos from the last session.
Balance Nordic Training Programs
September 29, 2011
Balance Nordic, based out of south Minneapolis, is offering a number of training options for fall and winter Nordic skiing including: Dryland Training, Nordic Strength and Conditioning, Club Ski, Coached Ski, and Event Prep Training. Plus they are working with Audrey Weber for specialized strength and conditioning class.
RLNA Fall Fundraiser
September 29, 2011
Rice Lake Nordic Association will be holding their fall fundraiser on Saturday, October 15th at the RLNA Trailhead. There is also a Gear Swap earlier in the day.
NNF Receives Big Donation, Surpasses $30K for August
September 27, 2011
Peter and Bonni Curran, of Ketchum/Sun Valley Idaho, have made a generous donation of $14,000 to the National Nordic Foundation's 2011 Cross Country Pillar Projects to help tomorrow's stars today.
Saturday Morning Workouts at Battle Creek
September 27, 2011
Sisu Skiers under the direction of Bruce Fiedler will again this fall host a free Saturday morning dryland workout at Battle Creek Winthrop. The first session is this Saturday, October 1st, starting at 8 am.
Sisu Skiers Adult Fall Training Programs
September 25, 2011
Sisu Skiers Fall Training Programs for adults fires up next week. Sisu offers a wide range of programs, for all levels, including a special womens only program, and new this season, two morning sessions available as well.
MYSL Open House for Volunteers
September 21, 2011
The Minnesota Youth Ski League is sponsoring an open house for volunteer recruitment, this Sunday, Sept 25th and Brackett Park in south Minneapolis. Learn how to use your unique skills to get kids across the midwest enjoying the sport of Nordic skiing.
Sisu Survey
September 14, 2011
The SISU Foundation is seeking input from skiers and other silent sport athletes as they shape their near and long-term priorities. Fill out their short survey today.
Adventure Runs at Interstate State Park, Wisconsin
September 14, 2011
The Minnesota Orienteering Club will be offering a series of adventure runs this fall. The first Adventure Run of the series will race over hilly, rocky terrain of Wisconsin Interstate State Park.
American Birkebeiner Young Skier Grants Available
September 13, 2011
The American Birkebeiner Ski Foundation will award a total of $15,000 to Young Skier Programs across the United States this season. Young Skier Grant Program seeks to promote the creation and expansion of young cross country ski programs and gives weight to those submitting applications for the first time. The deadline for submissions is Friday, September 30, 2011.
Go!Training Fall Programs
September 8, 2011
Piotr Bednarski along with Sara Morse will be leading fall training programs for adults and junior/senior skiers. One to three day workout options, after school and weekends for the juniors, and morning, afternoon and evening workouts for the adults.
- Fall Adult Training Programs
- Fall Junior/Senior Packages
Hyland Workouts with Bjorn Lasserud!
September 7, 2011
The famous Minneapolis Ski Club workouts at Hyland Hills, led by the legendary Bjorn Lasserud, start this Saturday, Sept 10th -- 8:30am sharp! Don't forget your hiking poles.
XC Training with Nikolai
September 6, 2011
Nikolai Anikin will be leading fall/winter cross-country ski training programs in Duluth and Cloquet, starting in October. Options for Tuesday or Thursday evening sessions.
Haig Glacier Trip Recap
September 5, 2011
Matt Liebsch returned recently from a week on the Haig Glacier in Canada, getting in some early snow time as part of camp led by Liebsch and friends. Photos and a short recap.
Sisu Skiers Adult Fall Training Programs
September 5, 2011
The Sisu Skiers fall training programs for adults kicks off in October! They offer a wide range of options, including Nordic Hiking and Learn-2-Ski classes.
3G Nordic Fall Training
August 26, 2011
3G Nordic is offering fall junior rollerskiing sessions designed to compliment whichever fall sport you compete in while preparing you for the winter ski season.
Jessie Diggins Nordic Walking/Bounding Clinic Recap
August 25, 2011
Dean Neuburger writes: Jessie Diggins and her coach Gus Kaeding led an all-day clinic on Nordic Walking and Hill-bounding last Saturday (August 20th) on the campus of St. Olaf College. There was a lunch break (Norwegian fare!) between a morning session and an afternoon session when Jessie showed slides and talked about her very exciting experiences and achievements. Children, youth, and adults participated. The event was sponsored by the Rotary Club and YMCA of Northfield and coordinated by Northfield resident and Rotary Club member Lee Dilley.
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Photoset from Dean Neuburger:  Jessie Diggins Nordic Walking/Bounding Clinic
LSSC Masters Training Group
August 18, 2011
The Lake Superior Ski Club is accepting registrations for its Masters Training group. The training group runs from October through February, meeting most Thursdays in the Duluth area.
Gear West Fall Training Program
August 18, 2011
Fall is just around the corner! Gear West will be starting their annual technique and training program, now in its 20th season, the first Wednesday in September. Sign up now!
Northfield Nordic Walking Clinic
August 11, 2011
Elite skier Jessie Diggins will be leading a Nordic Walking clinic in Northfield, MN, next Saturday, August 20th. Register online or at the Northfield YMCA.
CXC Rollerski Promo
August 7, 2011
CXC is running a promo to build interest in their Facebook page and highlight rollerskiing.
Spotlight: Lake Superior Ski Club
July 27, 2011
James Kyes reports: Lake Superior Ski Club is based around year long development of athletes from Northern MN and NW Wisconsin. We include training plans, workout sessions, technique work/advise and race support. We started this summer with a nice group of Junior athletes including many from the State Champion teams at Duluth East, as well as the Two Harbors nordic ski team. Pictures include hill bounding at Spirit Mt, a sprint session, a classic time trial, and ANT sand running on the shores of Lake Superior.
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Photoset from James Kyes: 22 photos
Spotlight: Gustavus Nordic Camp
July 23, 2011
Annika Ferber reports: Jed Friedrich, head coach at Gustavus Adolphus College, hosted another successful Gustavus Nordic Camp the week of July 10th to July 14th in St. Peter, MN. The 13 campers in attendance were lead by Jed and his two female captains, Annika Ferber and Danielle Burgmeier. The campers came from all over the state (Alexandria, Mora, St. Cloud, Minnetonka, Little Falls, etc) including one skier from Colorado. Everyday consisted of a skate or classic roller ski in the morning, followed by film footage viewing, an afternoon workout (run, strength, water polo, etc), various lecture series, and an evening activity.
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Photoset from Annika Ferber: Gustavus Nordic Camp
Lake Superior Ski Club Fall Training
July 21, 2011
The Lake Superior Ski Club will begin their fall junior training programs on August 15th. Programs are available for both athletes who are doing fall sports as well as those who are specializing in Nordic skiing.
Spotlight: Sisu Juniors
July 19, 2011
Tuesday morning the Sisu Skiers junior training program was out at Battle Creek enduring some soaking dewpoints. The group, under the direction of Ahvo Taipale, started off with a 25 minute pole hike/run with assistance from Jason Kask and Kris Hansen. The remaining hour of the workout focused on a circuit course which featured a sprint station, an agility/speed obstacle course, a balance/weight distribution drill lead by Greg Weier, dips, crunches and pullup stations with Richard Clark, poling drills, and even some medicine ball work.
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Photoset: 81 photos
Spotlight: MSC/Sisu
July 18, 2011
As the heat wave settled in over the Twin Cities, the Minneapolis Ski Club/Sisu training program was getting in an early morning workout at Elm Creek Monday. The group started with core strength drills under the direction of Anders Bowman and Michael Nightengale. Kevin Brochman had the skiers then compete in a short 3.5K classic time trial with assistance from Ingrid Leask. The workout wrapped up with a "cool down" rollerski up to the Nature Center and back.
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Photoset: 89 photos
Interview: Matt Liebsch
July 11, 2011
Vasaloppet and Birkie champ Matt Liebsch continues to be a dominate skier on the regional and national scene while raising a family of two and working at Gear West. This summer he'll lead an exciting trip to the Haig Glacier.
Biathlon: US Junior Biathlon Team Conquers Colorado
July 6, 2011
Juniors from the US Biathlon Team took to the peaks and valleys of Colorado in their annual two-week endurance camp. Mark Johnson recaps five memorable adventures/workouts left their marks on the terrain and minds of these up and coming skiers.
Summer Juniors Training Programs Photos - Part 1
July 1, 2011
We've been highlighting a number of Twin Cities based summer juniors training programs over the past week. Now we've pulled some of our favorite pics and posted high-res copies on our Facebook page.
Sisu Family Camp with Kuzzy and Liebsch
June 28, 2011
The Sisu Foundation is hosting a family-friendly weekend clinic with Olympian Garrott Kuzzy and Birkie champ Matt Liebsch. The three-day camp will run July 22nd thru 24th, with discounts on registrations by July 11th.
Interview: Jason Kask
June 28, 2011
Jason Kask is a former Duluth East and St. Scholastica skier who is now attending graduate school in the Twin Cities and helping the Sisu Foundation with coaching. We talked with Kask about his collegiate skiing experiences, coaching, and his company, Superior Performance.
Summer Lecture Series: Nichole Porath
June 22, 2011
Finn Sisu's summer lecture series continues this Friday evening, June 24th, as Nichole Porath presents: How to Train for a Marathon (and Still Have a Real Life). Porath just recently qualified for the Olympic marathon trials.
SISU Learn to Rollerski Camp
June 13, 2011
The SISU Foundation is holding a special Learn to Rollerski Camp this weekend, June 18-19th. Skate technique on Saturday, Classic on Sunday, equipment available if needed.
Haig Glacier Trip Update
May 31, 2011
An update on the Haig Glacier summer training camp, as the dates and personnel have changed some from the original flyer.
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Haig Glacier Trip with Matt Liebsch
Taste de Trails - Fine Dining on Two Wheels
May 30, 2011
Part of the upcoming Festival of Trails, Taste de Trails is a rolling progressive lunch with samplers served at trailside stops by six Hayward area restaurants. The Festival of Trails is June 3-5 in Cable.
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CAMBA Festival of the Trails
Weekend Events
May 25, 2011
Memorial Day weekend events include...
May 28-30 Memorial Classic - Three days of bicycle racing around Minnesota, including a road race, time trial, and criterium.
May 29 Med-City Marathon - A full suite of running races, from 5K to a full marathon, in Rochester, MN.
May 29 Chippewa Valley Ride - Put in some miles on the bike with routes ranging from 35 to 100 miles, based out of Chippewa Falls.
May 30 Brian Kraft 5K - A very fast 5K course around Lake Nokomis in south Minneapolis.
Born to Run: Naked Tour 2011
May 25, 2011
On Saturday, June 4th, Gear West is hosting a 5.5 mile run and post-run talk with Christopher McDougall, author of the bestselling book, Born To Run. Joining McDougall are his running friends Scott Jurek, Marshall Ulrich and Eric Orton.
North Metro Tornado Clean-Up Volunteers Sought
May 24, 2011
The City of Lakes Nordic Ski Foundation, Nice Ride Minnesota, and Surly Brewing are organizing clean-up crews to help with the tornado damage in North Minneapolis, this Thursday, May 26th.
Inge Bråten Training Clinic
May 24, 2011
the American Birkebeiner Ski Foundation and Out There Nordic will present a Inge Bråten Training Clinic June 24-26 in Marine on the St. Croix.
CAMBA Festival of the Trails to Celebrate National Trails Day
May 23, 2011
The third annual Festival of the Trails will be held June 3-5, 2011 with special activities scheduled each day. The event is designed to showcase the outstanding singletrack mountain bike trails in the Cable-Hayward Area in northwest Wisconsin. The highlight of the Festival weekend will feature the dedication of the IMBA Epic Ride in the Namakagon Cluster.
Hoigaards Canoe Derby
May 22, 2011
Hoigaards 30th annual Canoe Derby series kicks off the season on Thursday evening, June 2 at Lake Calhoun. The series runs through August 4th and welcomes paddlers of all abilities!
Giants Ridge Summer Camp
May 22, 2011
Andre Watt and Jenna Krueger will be leading a high school Nordic ski camp at Giants Ridge, June 23-26. Campers will train on the State Meet courses and rollerski on the Mesabi Trail among other activities.
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Thunder Bay Dryland Training Camp July 1-5
Go!Training Summer Adult Programs
May 20, 2011
Go!Training is offering a summer evening training program for adults. Sessions will focus on rollerski technique and specific strength training and will be based out of the Parade Ice Arena near the Walker Art Center on Tuesday evenings.
ZAM Nordic Summer Training
May 20, 2011
Zach McGill is running a summer training program called ZAM Nordic, which features customized small group training sessions, as well as large group workouts. Programs begins in early June and runs through late August.
Gustavus Nordic Ski Camp
May 20, 2011
The Gustavus Nordic Ski Camp will be held July 10–14 at Gustavus College in St. Peter, MN. The high school camp will feature daily rollerski and dryland workouts with video technique review and guest speakers.
3G Nordic Information Night
May 15, 2011
3G Nordic is hosting their last information session this Thursday evening, May 19th at the Hyland Park Visitor Center. The 3G Nordic program is designed specifically for female skiers entering grades 7-12. Online registration is now active.
Gear West Rollerski Tour Series
May 13, 2011
Gear West will be running a rollerski tour this summer, June thru August, with the goal of encouraging rollerski training and fitness. There are three 'waves' to choose from, with gift certificate awards for those able to participate in at least one event per month.
Finn Sisu Lecture Series: Between Injuries
May 12, 2011
Finn Sisu will be hosting a talk with Toby Markowitz this Monday evening, May 16th, discussing training fundamentals with a focus on injury avoidance.
SISU Juniors Summer Running Program
May 6, 2011
In addition to their normal suite of Nordic training programs, SISU has partnered with 2012 Olympic Trials qualifier and prominent local running coach Chris Lundstrom to offer SISU Cross, a summer running program for high school and collegiate runners.
Rollerskiing 101
May 5, 2011
Thinking this is the summer you'll finally check out rollerskiing? Hoigaards is offering a couple of Rollerski 101 sessions this May and June. Learn about the equipment and receive basic rollerskiing skills and training techniques.
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Intro to Nordic Walking this Saturday, May 7th
Minnesota Valley Strength
May 4, 2011
Minnesota Valley Ski Team is running a special strength training program this June/July on Tuesday and Thursday evenings at Burnsville High School, lead by coach Chris Harvey.
Introducing Skiwerx
May 3, 2011
The Minnesota Youth Ski League is starting up a new training program, Skiwerx, for youth skiers. The program is designed to teach a variety of training skills and will meet two or three times weekly with some of the metro ski training clubs. Programs start in June.
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Youth Coaches Sought
FIT Studios Summer Nordic
May 2, 2011
FIT Studios along with elite skier Audrey Weber will be offer a summer Nordic strength and conditioning program. A number of program options exist, including multiple time slots.
Haig Glacier Pre Price Hike Informational Meeting
May 1, 2011
Matt Liebsch and Gene Kay will be holding an informational meeting this Thursday evening, May 5th, at Gear West, to detail plans for a ski trip to the famous Haig Glacier in August.
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Haig Glacier Trip with Matt Liebsch
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