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Mpls Ski Club Winter Programs
November 21, 2021Winter Program Registration for Minneapolis Ski Club is now open for Junior Training Sessions, Junior National Qualifying Race Support, and Personal Coaching.
Yellowstone Ski Festival Cancelled
November 20, 2021Organizers of the Yellowstone Ski Festival have announced the cancellation of all events (races, clinics and ski passes) due to the unusually low snow conditions.
Tribute to Roy Carlsted on Dec 4th
November 18, 2021Come out to Hyland Lake Park in Bloomington Saturday, Dec 4th, to celebrate with Nordic legend Roy Carlsted, who is now just a few years shy of 100. Share stories and reminisce with old friends.
Midwest Skiing Book: Winter's Children
November 17, 2021A new book on the history of Midwest Nordic skiing titled "Winter's Children", by Ryan Rogers, has been published by the U of M press.
Team Birkie and PRG Training Run this Weekend
November 16, 2021Come join Team Birkie and Performance Running Gym (PRG) for supported long run in Theodore Wirth Park on Saturday morning, Nov 20th. There will be options to run 5 miles, 10 miles, or 15 miles with multiple paces for each distance.
Ski and Tea Women's Clinic Coming Dec 31st
November 16, 2021The annual Ski and Tea Women's on-snow ski clinic is set for Dec 31st at the Hwy OO trailhead. Sign up for technique lessons lead by some of legendary women ski coaches.
Gear West: We Rise Women's Day Dec 19th
November 7, 2021Please join Gear West and Rossignol for a special women's event Dec 19th at the Trailhead in Minneapolis. The event will feature on-snow ski lessons followed by presentations from a number of guest speakers including Alayna Sonnesyn, Caitlin Gregg, and PSIA's Emily Lovett.
Ashwaubenon Nordic Ski Team: Deedra Irwin Meet and Greet this Sunday
October 27, 2021U.S. Olympic hopeful biathlete Deedra Irwin will meet with athletes, coaches, parents and well-wishers on Sunday, Oct 31st, at the Brown County Reforestation Camp. Join Irwin in the 10 mile Donut Run, as well as a presentation on her training and upcoming season.
Three Rivers Clubs and Winter Programs
October 14, 2021Three Rivers Cross-country ski clubs, lessons and programs will open for registration next week on Tuesday, Oct 19th. Find programs at Hyland and Elm Creek for beginners and immediate.
Finn Sisu: Team Birkie Clinic this Saturday
October 12, 2021Team Birkie and Finn Sisu are sponsoring a free dryland training event for skiers of all ages this Saturday, Oct 16th at 8:30 am at Battle Creek. The session will include a discussion of technique, a workout (easily scalable!), and analysis. All three Team Birkie coaches will be there to support the session with technique, video, and feedback!
Ski Services Unlimited Winter Ski Instruction
October 10, 2021Winter ski instruction and training is now open with Ski Services Unlimited with coaches Ben and Joe Dubay. Programs are tailored for beginner and intermediate skiers with an emphasis on technique and basic fitness to make skiing easier, more enjoyable, and to ski farther with less effort. Sign up today!
Gear West: Rollerski Clinic with Alayna Sonnesyn
October 7, 2021Join Gear West supported athlete Alayna Sonnesyn on Tuesday evening, Oct 19th, for a skills clinic that will help you developing strength, agility and coordination on rollerskis. Sonnesyn will also answer questions on training, goal setting and competing at the elite level.
CXC Wayne Fish Coaches Conference and Certification Oct 22-24
October 3, 2021Registration for the 2021 CXC Wayne Fish Coaches Conference and Certification is open. This year the conference will be held in person in Cable, WI, Oct 22-24. Enhance your coaching skill and knowledge through both the Level 100 and 200 certification options and through continuing education. Plus, member club's can send up to two "apprentice" coaches on a complementary registration.
Loppet Winter Programming Now Open
October 2, 2021Winter program registration is now open for the Loppet Foundation, including Loppet Ski Club, Loppet Nordic Racing, Trail Kids, and Run 365.
Train with Team Birkie
September 21, 2021Team Birkie is offering some training sessions in association with the Birkie Trail Run Festival this weekend in Cable. Come out for a warm up and planning session on Friday evening, or an overdistance rollerski on Sunday.
Finn Sisu: Vakava Masters Fall/Winter Program
September 13, 2021Finn Sisu is offering Fall/Winter Masters Ski training again this season. Dryland sessions begin Oct 28th, classes are limited in size due to COVID so sign up soon!
CXC Center Begins Initial Phase
September 7, 2021Through a partnership with the City of Middleton, the Central Cross Country Skiing Inc (CXC) has officially launched the development of the CXC Outdoor Recreation & Sports Center on land just north of Pleasant View Golf Course. The initial development phase will include an access driveway connecting the Center to Highway 14 from Schwartz Road, as well as a parking lot and trail development, with plans to lighting and snowmaking infrastructure for this winter.
Yellowstone Ski Festival Clinic Registration Now Open
September 3, 2021Registration is now open for the West Yellowstone Fall Training Camp, part of the huge Yellowstone Ski Festival, Nov 23-27th. Offerings including everything from 1-day classic technique to 5-day skate and classic technique for performance.
Endurance United Junior Race Support Info Meeting, Sep 15th
September 3, 2021Endurance United will be hosting an informational meeting via zoom regarding their current plans for winter race support for the CXC Junior Cup series, Wednesday evening, Sept 15th.
Three Rivers Fall Dryland Training Programs
August 31, 2021Three Rivers is holding adult dryland training groups at French and Hyland Parks this fall. The programs fire up by mid-September, so get signed up today!
2021 MNSA Lifetime Achievement Awards
August 29, 2021The Minnnesota Nordic Ski Association (MNSA) announces the Lifetime Achievement award winners for 2021: David Paulson and Mark Helmer! Read up on these Nordic heroes as well as the high school, collegiate and biathlon achievers in the Lifetime Achievement program.
Pioneer Midwest: Rollerski Clinic Saturday
July 11, 2021Pioneer Midwest is offering a free rollerski clinic this Saturday, July 17th, designed for those looking to get started in this fun, training sport. The clinic will be held at the Elm Creek beach lower parking lot, providing a gentle terrain to work on drills and technique. Rollerskis can providing upon request.
NNF Online Auction
July 5, 2021National Nordic Foundation's Online Auction is running July 5th thru July 16th, with dozens of great items! The auction is NNF's signature summer fundraiser helping to support junior athletes attend Regional Elite Camps and other summer projects.
Gear West Triathlon Aug 1st
June 5, 2021Gear West's big summer triathlon is coming up on August 1st. The event features Olympic, long distance, and a new aqua-bike category. Compete solo or as a team. Based out of Lake Rebecca Park, just west of the Twin Cities.