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All MNC programming suspended indefinitely

Updated 2:15 PM 11/13/2020

As of this morning (Friday, November 13th) Governor Scott and the VT administration have released guidelines stating that “recreational sports will be put on hold, apart from those sanctioned by the Vermont Principals Association.”

Link to new VT restrictions

In addition, non-sport guidance also applies to many of our activities: “Multi-household gatherings – indoor or outdoor, in public or private spaces – are prohibited.”

As such, all MNC programming is suspended indefinitely. This means Juniors, BKL, and Masters, as well as our Thanksgiving Camp.

As we prepare more for these changes expect upcoming information on virtual training, virtual challenges, places to share your activities, and ways to connect up with fellow teammates and club members outside of the normal structure.

We know that many members have already registered and paid for winter programs.  We would prefer to not issue refunds or future credits at this time, as it is unknown when and if we will be able to start activities.

Assuming there is a resumption of programming, for example in January, then we would look at providing partial refunds or credits based on the amount of the season that was lost.  In any case, if a member would like a full refund at this time, we will work to accommodate you.

We are incredibly saddened to move forward with suspending our programming, but at the same time we’re incredibly proud of Vermont and the steps our state has taken to mitigate the spread of COVID-19. Vermont has consistently led the country in terms of low case counts, low positivity rate, and effective and widespread testing. As cases continue to rise around the country, we’re hopeful that Vermont’s efforts will lead to a healthier, faster, and safer recovery from this virus.

Please join us in respecting state guidelines, staying safe and conscientious in public, and caring for one another. We will get through this!

What Will BKL Racing Look Like This Year?

Things are still being figured out and are bound to change, but here are a few things about BKL Racing this year:

•Races will all be interval start (i.e., one person every 30 seconds or so)

•We will need to wear masks at races, but not while we race.

•Racing will be more local.  We are hoping to have a NWVT race schedule with the clubs in our District- Mad River, Sleepy Hollow and Frost Mt.  This won’t be figured out until later in November.

• We will have our MNC Skiathlon- it will be February 27th at Sleepy Hollow.

• We might have some club time trials if it looks like there will not be enough races for us. We might even invite another club to one of our time trials. One weekend per month we might skip racing and go for a really long fun ski tour instead!

•We will have a District BKL Festival on March 6 & 7 instead of the New England Festival. All the NWVT clubs will participate!

So get your skis ready and check your wax supply! We will be racing this winter in one way or another!

BKL Registration is Open

We are looking toward the start of the season (December 1st) and are excited to be opening BKL registration. Because it is in the club’s interest to have a safe and fun season, there will be a few changes to our registration process.

Most importantly, we will be limiting sign-ups for each group with program caps. If a program is full, please contact Coach Rosemary (sheacobb19@gmail.com) to be put on the waiting list! Our registration forms close automatically when the program fills up.

Secondly, Bolton Valley has agreed to provide discounted season pass rates for our members in recognition of the work MNC members have done to enable early season skiing and trail lighting.   MNC will be collecting the ski pass fees through our program sign up forms in order to take advantage of the rates below:

  •     Weekday Only (ages 7 & up)*   $85 + taxes & fees
  •      Full Week (ages 7 & up)           $149 + taxes & fees

* Recommend pass for BKL program skiers and coaches.

Not sure you are an Arctic Fox or Racer click here, but don’t wait, sign-up now!

Penguins Register Here (Limit 20)

Arctic Foxes Register Here (Limit 20)

Jackrabbits Register Here (Limit 24)

Racers Register Here (Limit 20)

Coach / Adult Bolton Pass Purchase

Arctic Foxes or Racers?

So your child is in 5 -8th grade and you can choose between Arctic Foxes and Racers. How do you decide? Here are some things to think about: 

  1. Ask your child’s friends who also ski with us which program they are signing up for. Kids like to ski with their friends!  Also ask your child which program they want to do.
  2. Do Arctic Foxes- if your child just wants to ski recreationally, if they have never skied before, if they like to ski along and chat or if their friends are doing it.
  3. Do Racers- if your child wants to go fast, if they want to do races on the weekends, or if they are thinking of racing in high school or if their friends are doing it!

Bottom Line- Both programs play games, teach technique and go touring. Your child will learn to ski better and have fun in either program!  Racers takes the technique a little further and also teaches racing tactics. In addition, Racers includes a third day on the weekends of either a practice or a race. This third day is wonderful for the Racers because they get more time on skis, get a little more individualized coaching, get the benefit of having a coach at their races and they get to know each other better. Usually most of the racers do the BKL Festival which this year, will be a District-wide Festival at one of our local VT touring centers.

If you still have questions, email Coach Rosemary: sheacobb19@gmail.com

BKL Winter Program Update

Winter Program Start

We are excited to kick off the BKL’s MNC season starting December 1st.  Due to COVID a few things will look different for this upcoming season. First off, the club is without Range access for this season. Despite this frustration, Bolton Valley and Sleepy Hollow have been supportive as we solidify our upcoming season plans. This year you will need to purchase ski passes separately from our usual program fees. We recognize the added financial burden this places on our members, but we hope you will continue to support our club along with the local family-run Nordic centers that we will be relying on this season.

MNC Registration

Program Fees: ($tbd)
This fee covers coaching and special skiing access. Bolton is partnering with us to revitalize their trail network and to accommodate our BKL program needs.

Look for program registrations to open the week of 11/1.

Location & Season Pass Information

BKL  (Tues & Thurs 4-5:30PM)

Location: Bolton Valley Nordic Center
Daylight skiing transitioning to the 1.4k lighted loop as the sun sets.  
Ski Pass: Bolton Valley Nordic ($tbd).

We are currently negotiating season pass pricing with Bolton for our members, so please do not purchase a pass at Bolton until we update with more relevant MNC pricing!

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