Ski, Shoe, and Fatbike to the Clouds
2019-03-03 08:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York) | Great Glenn Trails Outdoor Center, 1 Mt Washington Auto Rd, Gorham, NH, United States
https://www.greatglentrails.com/ski-shoe-fatbike?page=ski-shoe-fatbike
Now in our 23rd year, this challenging event takes place at Great Glen Trails and the snow covered Mt. Washington Auto Road. Long referred to as “North America’s Toughest 10K”, the Ski, Shoe & Fatbike to the Clouds course has an average grade of 12% over the last 6K as you climb the final 2,200 vertical feet. While there will be competitors who are seeking to make or break a record, for others it is the ultimate way to personally test themselves in one of nature’s most spectacular environments.After covering 4k on the Nordic system, racers will have the Mt. Washington Auto Road to themselves as remarkable views of the Presidential Range and beyond reveal themselves. On race day, there will be a mass start of cross country skiers at 10 am, followed by the snowshoe start at 10:05 am and Fatbikers at 10:10 am. Ski, Shoe & Fatbike to the Clouds is considered a true freestyle event, there will not be separate classes for classic and skate skiing.New for 2019 the skiing event will be scored to the Zak Cup Series.
Entry fee for 2019:
$35.00 (until 11:59pm Feb 26);
February 27 – March 2 – $45;
NO DAY-OF REGISTRATION.
2019 registration includes:
– Great Glen Trails pass for race weekend: Saturday, March 2nd and Sunday, March 3rd
– FREE use of Dion Snowshoes for the race (*Limited quantities, available on a first-come, first serve basis)
– Warm clothing transfer to finish line
– Finisher medal
– Post race soup and refreshments
– Eligibility for placement awards
– Entry into the post race prize raffle
Bib Pickup and Warm Clothing Drop-off::
Saturday: 8:30 am-4:00 pm
Sunday: 7:00 am-8:30 amWarm clothing for the finish line must be in a marked bag and dropped off at registration as early as Saturday and no later than 8:30AM on Sunday.

Contact:

Lisa Matthews
Events Director
lisa@mt-washington.com

Mt. Van Hoevenberg Citizen's Race Series 3K, 6K, 12K
2019-03-09 08:00 - 17:00 | Mt. Van Hovenberg, 5021 Rte 86 Scenic, Wilmington NY, Lake Placid, NY, United States
Saturday, March 9, 2019
1:00 PM 5:00 PM

The 3km, 6km and 12km races are designed for those who are new to racing or experienced skiers looking for a community event that is fun. With either the 3km course—slightly challenging, but relatively flat—or the 6km—which includes a couple of short but strenuous uphills—you will be rewarded with camaraderie, pristine conditions and all of the fun parts of a large race.

https://www.mtvanhoevenberg.com/events/

Craftsbury Spring Fling
2019-03-09 08:00 - 17:00 | Craftsbury Outdoor Center, 555 Lost Nation Rd, Craftsbury Common, VT, 05827, United States
25km for M1 – M6, 12.5km for M7+ Mass Start. BKL distance will be 3km.
The last race of the 2019 Zak Cup season. Club Cup.

MNC New England Club Relay Championship
2019-03-10 08:00 - 17:00 | Craftsbury Outdoor Center, 555 Lost Nation Rd, Craftsbury Common, VT, 05827, United States
New England Club Relay Championship 4 x 5 km
*NENSA Club Cup Series Event*

The third annual New England Club Relay Championship will wrap up the 2019 Club Cup scoring.
The NE Club Relay Championship, hosted by Mansfield Nordic Club, attracts skiers of all ages and abilities and is perfect way to involve all club members in a fun and exciting event. The race format will be four legs of 5km (2 CL and then 2 FS). Each 4 person team will be in one of two age group categories. (Under 200 years of combined age or 200 years and over) Teams must be all male, all female, or mixed with at least two women. There are no gender or age limits on BKL teams. Each official team must be from the same NENSA Club/team. Unofficial teams (unofficial: not from the same club/team) may enter as well, but will not score for the official club championship award. This event will be scored for the 2018/19 NENSA Club points. Team awards will be presented to the top Male Team, Female Team, and Mixed Team for the two age groups. We will also have a BKL award for top team with no designation for male, female, or mixed teams. Clubs may enter as many teams as possible and club points will be scored using the sum of world cup points scored by each team for each club. For example: First place team in each category receives 100 pts down to 30th place team and beyond will receive one point.
Registration:
Registration will be at: https://www.SkiReg.com/new-england-club-relay-championship
$100 per team online or $125 per team on race day. BKL skiers can register for $60 per team online or $75 per team day of race. Online registration closes on Friday, March 8 at 11:59pm. Day of race registration and bib pickup will be from 9:30-10:30am. Note: Registration includes day ski pass and awards. Lodging discounts for both Friday and Saturday will be available at the Craftsbury Outdoor Center. Contact COC at 802-586-7767 or drop a line to groups@craftsbury.com for more details or plan your group’s next Craftsbury visit.

Looking for a team?
MNC Relay Team Sign-Up
(sign up by Friday March 1st 11:59PM)

If you are an MNC member and don’t have a team or would like us to find you a team, use the link above to provide your name preferred technique or any other requests. We will do the rest to match people up and provide follow-on registration details.

BKL Awards Party &
2019-03-14 03:45 - 17:30
We will play games, present awards & celebrate with a party. Potluck snacks! Everybody bring something!
This is our last “Official” practice. The Range will still be open for skiing on Tuesdays and Thursdays as long as the snow holds out and Rosemary will be there to ski with kids unless noted on the BKL training schedule.

Lake Placid Loppet
2019-03-16 08:00 - 17:00 | Mt. Van Hovenberg, 5021 Rte 86 Scenic, Wilmington NY, Lake Placid, NY, United States
Lake Placid Loppet
The Lake Placid Loppet is one of the best events of its kind in the country. Over the past 30 years, thousands of skiers have enjoyed skiing and racing on the challenging Mt. Van Hoevenberg trails at the Olympic Sports Complex. The Lake Placid Loppet is conducted by the Olympic Regional Development Authority on the Olympic Sports Complex Cross Country Ski Trails. The Loppet and Kort-Loppet run on a slightly modified version of the 50km course constructed for the 1980 Winter Olympics, making it one of the most challenging citizen races in the world. This is a perfect race for recreational to expert skiers who are looking for a unique and challenging race. The Lake Placid Loppet is also proud to be a qualifier for the American Birkebeiner and a member of the NENSA Marathon Series. Included with your Loppet entry fee is the Celebration BBQ & Awards on Saturday evening following the races at Mt. Van Hoevenberg. Everyone who crosses the finish line will receive a finisher gift pint glass with one free beer or soda. There will also be complimentary post-race food.
Race Details
Race start and finish is in the Cross Country Stadium. Warming areas, wax rooms, restrooms and post-race refreshments will be available in the Cross Country Lodge. Nordic ski patrol will be on the course at all feeding stations and additional locations. Please report injured skiers at the next feed station or to the first race official encountered. There is a complete first aid room at the Cross Country Lodge. Feeding stations are located every 5km, providing beverages and high energy foods. We look forward to seeing you at this wonderful and historic race!

Cochran's Nordic X Event!
2019-03-18 | Cochran’s Ski Area, 910 Cochran Rd, Richmond, VT, 05477
Registration is now open for this years Cochran’s Nordic X event!
Only $25! Includes race fee and pancake feast!
Sign up here: https://cochranskiarea.com/nordic-x/

UVM BKL Fun Day & Last BKL Day
2019-03-19 15:15 - 17:15
It’s Official! UVM Fun Day is when UVM’s Division 1 Nordic Ski Team comes and sets up some fun activities for us and we all get to ski and play with Catamounts! This is always a lot of fun! Don’t miss it! Regular BKL practice time: 3:45- 5:15. If we have to postpone our awards day, we will also do that on this day.

Ski with Kikkan!
2019-03-20 16:00 - 18:00 | Sleepy Hollow Inn & Ski Center, 427 Ski Lodge Dr, Huntington, VT, 05462, United States
The SkiRack in Burlington, VT and Fischer are bringing Kikkan Randall to Sleepy Hollow Vermont on Wednesday March 20th from 4-6pm. There will be an opportunity to ski with Kikkan, followed by a Q&A, and the chance to purchase Kikkan/Fischer buffs to support her charity AKTIV against cancer. Sleepy Hollow will also be waiving their trail fees and instead, giving you the opportunity to make a donation to Kikkan’s charity.

MNC End of Season Party!
2019-03-30 09:30 - 14:00 | Craftsbury Outdoor Center, 555 Lost Nation Rd, Craftsbury Common, VT, 05827, United States
SPRING SKI AND LUNCH PARTY!!!

Craftsbury Outdoor Center—Saturday, March 30, 2019 10:00am ski, 12:30pm touring center BBQ & party plus Skier and Coaches Recognition Celebrations
For all MNC members and families (BKL, Juniors, Masters, Coaches)
BBQ lunch will include chicken, sausage, and veggie option, slaw cornbread and dessert!
Party includes all-you-can-eat lunch and trail pass!
$13.50 13 yrs. and up
$6.50 3-12 yrs.
Free 4 yrs. and under
Reserve and Pay Early Here—We have room for 100 people for lunch, but some folks were turned away last year… All payments must be made thru PayPal by March 24th. Hope you can join us!

Junior Summer Kickoff
2019-06-22 08:00 - 15:00 | Adam’s House, 3541 Nashville Rd, West Bolton, VT, 05465, United States
All Junior skiers and their families are welcome to the 2019 Junior Summer Kickoff!
The day will begin with 3 options for activities…all will meet at Cochran’s Ski Area in Richmond at 8AM.

Mountain bike ride (Cochran’s and Chamberlain Hill trails)
Hike (Preston Forest Preserve trails to prayer flags)
Road bike ride (App Gap and back)

At 11AM (or earlier, depending on activity duration) all are welcome to Coach Adam’s house for lawn games, potluck lunch, and a little recognition of our graduating seniors!
When:
Saturday, June 22nd.
8AM (@ Cochran’s, activities) and 11AM (@ Adam’s, lunch)
Where:
Cochran’s Ski Area (910 Cochran Rd, Richmond, VT 05477)
Coach Adam’s House (3541 Nashville Rd, West Bolton, VT 05465)
What to bring:
Dish to share, lawn chair (optional)
Tractor time…I think this would make an excellent album cover (Victoria Priganc photo)

Rollerski in the Williston Parade!
2019-07-04 09:00 - 11:00
We had a great time rollerskiing in the 4th of July parade in Williston last year…join us again this year! We’ll tow the trailer and fill it with SNOW to toss to the crowd. Bring your favorite Hawaiian shirt and don’t forget a helmet!
Where: Johnson farm, just east of the 4-way intersection near Williston Central School.
When: Please arrive around 9:00am. All parade participants MUST be ready to go by 9:30AM.
ALL MNC ROLLERSKIERS AND FRIENDS ON ROLLERSKIS ARE WELCOME! Please feel free to share these details.

Mountain Camp 2019
2019-07-06 - 2019-07-11
In three short years, Mountain Camp has grown into one of Mansfield Nordic Club’s most popular events! This summer training camp is filled with beautiful rollerskiing, long hikes, epic vistas, and shred-heavy mountain bike rides and trail runs. Everything takes places amid the White Mountains of New Hampshire, as the village of North Conway serves as our home-base.
Many classic elements of Mountain Camp will remain for 2019…some old favorites:
Rollerskiing up the scenic Kancamagus Highway
Making it to the top of Mt Washington, one way or another!
A return to the popular Red Tail Trail for mountain bikers
Some new additions for this year’s edition of Mountain Camp:
Competition in the Loon Mountain Race, which takes places on the 2nd day of camp
One more day! Camp will now be 5 nights/6 days: a full week’s duration of training time!
THE DETAILS
Open to U18 skiers and above, or U16 by invitation only
(Rising U14 or U16 skier? Check out Mini Mountain Camp on the Event Calendar!)
Dates: July 6th-11th (Sat-Thurs), 2019
Location: North Conway, NH (men’s house and women’s house)
Cost: $399
Space: 14 athletes total.
Mountain Camp Registration

Mini Mountain Camp
2019-07-18 - 2019-07-21
All of the excitement and awesome adventures of Mountain Camp, for U14 and U16 skiers!
MNC’s summer adventure, Mountain Camp, has grown so popular that we’ve divided up the action into two separate training camp. While the traditional Mountain Camp will now be limited to U18 skiers and older (U16 by invitation) the first-ever Mini Mountain Camp will be a chance for U14 and U16 skiers to get in on the action.
Mini Mountain Camp is based out of North Conway, NH and includes many of the same famous elements of the original Mountain Camp: The Kancamagus rollerski, the Mt. Washington climb, and plenty of trail action in the heart of the White Mountains!
Join in from July 18-21 (Thurs-Sun) as we explore and train!
THE DETAILS
Open to U16 skiers and rising U14 skiers
Dates: July 18th-21st (Thurs-Sun), 2019
Location: North Conway, NH
Cost: $219
Space: 10 athletes total
Mini Mountain Camp Registration

Rossignol Fit Night @ Skirack
2019-10-13 16:00 - 19:00 | VT, United States
Skirack and Mansfield Nordic Club are proud to host an afternoon of Rossignol nordic race products, prize drawings and pro race fitting.
Kick off the 2019-20 Nordic Season With Us!
Rossignol Nordic Race Center at Skirack
ROSSIGNOL
Nordic Race Night
with Mansfield Nordic Club
Sunday, Oct. 13 | 4-7pm
Skirack and Mansfield Nordic Club are proud to host an afternoon of Rossignol nordic race products, prize drawings and pro race fitting.
Check out the 2019-20 line of Rossignol Skis, Boots, Bindings and Poles.
+ Refreshments & shopping
+ Pro fitting with nordic fit specialists
+ Season intro from Mansfield Nordic Club coaches
Enter via Parking Lot after 5pm
EVENT SPECIAL:
1/2 Price Rossignol Bindings
with purchase of any 2019-20 Rossignol Nordic Race Skis
(including the Race Pro Skate & Race Pro Classic bindings – normally $98.95)
Junior Cross Country Ski Leasing
starts Oct. 12

Cochran's MNC Trivia Night!
2019-10-25 17:00 - 21:00 | Cochran’s Ski Area, 910 Cochran Rd, Richmond, VT, 05477
What is the event?
The event is a dinner and goofy trivia night, with themes and questions designed for all ages and categories…not just skiing!
Where/When is the event?
The event is at the Cochran Ski Lodge, 910 Cochran Road, Richmond, VT. Dinner begins at 6pm, with trivia beginning at 7:30. MNC members will provide potluck appetizers and deserts, and the club will be grilling burgers and hot dogs.
The club will also be providing non-alcoholic drinks. The event is BYOB for alcoholic beverages, but there will be a keg of local beer available for a $4 donation to our van.
How can I participate?
We are asking MNC members to be a captain and form their own teams of six people that would be part of your goofy trivia team. Ideally, each team of six would have some non-MNC members (eg. friends, family, etc.). Each team member pays to participate. Adults pay $20.00, children pay $10.00. As the team captain, you collect money from your team and then register your team through the MNC website. As a captain, you are also asked to come up with a theme for your team and represent that theme. Prizes will be awarded to the team or teams with the best theme. Prizes will also be awarded to the top trivia teams.
How should I market this event to my friends and family?
Ask your friends and family if they would be interested in participating in a fund raiser where they get dinner, music, and play goofy trivia as a team. The goofy trivia is a team activity; it is not individual. During goofy trivia, teams have time to discuss what they think is the correct answer and provide one answer that represents the entire team. It should be a night of good food and good laughs.
How soon should I get my team registered?
We are asking all teams are registered by Thursday, October 24th.
A signup form can be found HERE
See you at Cochrans!

Masters Throwdown TT vs Peru
2019-10-26 09:00 - 12:00
Last season it was a Massacre, but this season it is a Throw Down. But whatever you call it, this is the second annual event with Peru Nordic, our metal-head rivals from across the lake!
So mark you calendar. All Masters are welcome to come join us on one of our favorite TT loops near Georgia Shore Park.
For more details and other Masters roller ski options click here.

The Maine Event
2019-10-27
https://nensa.net/event/the-maine-event/

MNC 19-20 Annual Meeting
2019-11-03 16:00 - 18:00 | Underhill Center Town Hall, 12 Pleasant Valley Rd, Underhill, VT, United States
Join us for the Mansfield Nordic Club Annual Meeting at the Underhill Town Hall on Sunday, November 3, 2019 4-6PM. The Annual Meeting will begin with a potluck meal followed by MNC program presentations plus a guest presentation by US National Biathlon team and Olympian Susan Dunklee.
The MNC Annual Meeting is open free of charge to all interested Nordic skiing enthusiasts.
Please RSVP by 11/1

BKL Parent Meeting
2019-11-18 18:00 - 20:00 | Richmond Library, 201 Bridge Street, Richmond, VT, 05477, United States
BKL parent meeting to go over the season ahead! Calling all parents of MNC youth skiers!
Location: Richmond Free Library, 2nd floor (“Community Room”)
Date: November 18th
Time: 6:00-8:00PM

Master Winter Orientation & Social
2019-11-22 17:00 - 20:00 | Queen City Brewery, 703-B Pine Street, Burlington, VT
Join us on November 22 5-8Pm at Queen City Brewery for an MNC Masters Winter Season Orientation and Social. Whether you are a prior, new or prospective member, this is a great time to learn all that you need to be ready for the upcoming season. Or just to see friends you haven’t seen since last winter.
The structure will be informal with short introductions by MNC Coaches who will be on hand to answers any questions you may have in regards to session structure, ski equipment & waxing, racing etc….
Rough agenda starting 5:30 – 5:45 ish

MNC Master Coach Introductions – Kort

Adam Terko – MNC Head Coach & Program Director
Rick Costanza Master Head Coach & Black/Blue Group Lead
And Grab – White / Green Group Lead

MNC Master Racing Lead – Karen Alence
Socializing and Questions

The meeting will be held in the QCB Event Space with QCB beer and pizza available for purchase.
Please RSVP so we can get a sense for how many people is coming. Guest and family are welcome. RSVP Here

Ski Author Talk
2019-12-05 18:30 - 20:00 | Essex Free Library
Open to the public on December 5th at 6:30 PM, visit the Essex Free Library to hear Vermont author Sam Brakeley discuss his book Skiing with Henry Knox. The book is about his cross country ski of the Catamount Trail.

MNC Coaches Gathering/Training
2019-12-07 11:00 - 13:00 | Craftsbury Outdoor Center, 555 Lost Nation Rd, Craftsbury Common, VT, 05827, United States
This year for our MNC coaches we will be hosting a clinic on Dec. 7th at 11 AM in Craftsbury. Adam is leading it: we will spend the first part on skis, then talk over nuts, bolts and protocols for MNC practices and logistics over lunch (bring your own or buy at Craftsbury).

Then we will go down to the basement at Cedar to review video, focus on body positioning and more. The focus of this year’s clinic is agility, hip engagement and what’s new in ski technique. We should finish at about 1 pm.

Dublin Citizen Sprint
2019-12-08
NENSA Calendar Link
Skate sprint, approximately 1.0 km. King’s Court Format. Low-key race with hand timing to the second. 10:00 am juniors/open/masters prologue, BKL to follow. Heats in afternoon.
*Please note this is a no-fluoro race*
Registration opens Sunday, December 1Entry Fee: $15 master/senior/junior; $5 BKL

Kathy Maddock

kmaddock@sprise.com

Toko Wax Clinic with Coach Adam @ Skirack
2019-12-16 17:30 - 19:00 | Skirack, 85 Main Street, Burlington, VT, 05401, United States
Visit Skirack’s lower floor on Monday, December 16th for a wax clinic with Coach Adam! Learn the basics of kick waxing, glide waxing, klister waxing, and skin ski care.
5:30-7:00PM
BONUS MATERIAL:
-What’s the latest on wax restrictions? Helpful slides on product differentiation and suggested tips for selecting the right wax for a given venue and race series
-What’s the deal with liquid paraffins? De-mystifying these new products, tips for use and ways to incorporate them into your skiing and tuning
Presented by Skirack and:

Eastern Cup Opener: Sugarloaf, ME
2019-12-21 - 2019-12-22
EVENT PAGE and RACE REGISTRATION
MNC Travel Trip Registration

Saturday December 21 – Free Sprint (1.5km)
Sunday December 22 – Classic (5km U16 and women / 10km men and Citizen)

BKL New Year's Family Ski
2020-01-01 11:00 - 12:30 | Craftsbury Outdoor Center, 555 Lost Nation Rd, Craftsbury Common, VT, 05827, United States
Ski-in the new year with a family ski at the Craftsbury Outdoor Center! Meet Coach Rosemary outside the Touring Center on skis at 11 AM. Parents, siblings, masters, Juniors – everyone is welcome. Your choice of technique. Purchase trail passes inside if you don’t have a membership: $5 kids, $10 adults.

BKL Stowe Nordic Cross-Cut Classic
2020-01-05 10:00 - 12:30 | Stowe Mountain Cross Country Center, Stowe, VT, United States
*This race is at the Stowe Mountain Cross-Country Center, Rte. 108, just before the Toll Road.
Time: 10 am registration, 11:30 race
Cost: $10, Day of Race registration only
Distance: Probably 2-3 km for everyone.
Format: Mass Start – all kids together

Bogburn BKL Classic
2020-01-11 | Haydock Farm, 1051 Skyline Dr., North Pomfret, VT, United States
This is always a favorite race and done by BKL kids, juniors, parents and coaches! A classic race on lovely old-time (narrower) trails through the woods held at the Haydock’s Farm in Pomfret.
Register Online by Friday, 1/10 at 5 pm: Bogburn Classic SkiReg
Cost: $10 online, probably $15 Day of Race
Distance: 2.5km for all BKL
Time: Registration opens at 8:30, Races begin at 10 AM. Please arrive 90 minutes before start time to allow us time to wax your skis and to ski the course.
Format: Individual Start, 15-30 seconds apart.

Silver Fox Trot BKL Race
2020-01-18 08:00 - 17:00 | Rikert Nordic Center, 106 College Cross Rd, Ripton, VT, United States
Always a very well-run race featuring traditional BKL distances on the lovely trails of Rikert.

Location: Rikert Nordic Center, Ripton
Time: Registration at 9, Races start at 10:45
Registration: Online by Thursday Jan. 16 at Silver Fox Trot.
Day of Race Registration available too.
Technique: SKATE
Distances: Grades 1/2: 1 km, Grades 3/4: 2 km, Grades 5/6: 3km, Grades 7/8: 4 km.
