Mansfield Nordic Club

Toko Wax Orders - Last Day
2014-12-10
Last day to submit Toko Wax orders. For more information please contact davidnboucher@comcast.net.
Please see eBlast #5 or the link below for the order form , once completed e-mail the form to Dave by 12/10. Your wax order will be available to be picked at the Ski Rack on 12/19. Pay the Ski Rack when you pick up the order.
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BKL and Masters Early Season Ski at Craftsbury
2014-12-06 10:00 - 14:00 (America/New_York) | Craftsbury Outdoor Center, 555 Lost Nation Rd, Craftsbury Common, VT, 05827, United States
Come join us for an early season ski at Craftsbury. Plan to meet up at 10am and ski as long as you wish.

MNC Toko Wax Clinic
2014-12-04 04:00 - 19:00 | Ethan Allen Training Facility, 113 Ethan Allen Rd., Jericho, VT, 05465, United States
TAKE THE MYSTERY OUT OF SKI PREP!!!
MNC Hands-on Wax Clinic

Where: Walker Building at Ethan Allen Training Center
Bring A pair of skis and learn form TOKO rep Dave Boucher and the MNC coaches.
We will have a few benches and wax tools for you to use
But please bring your own wax
Glide and kick waxing will be covered
Two Sessions:
4:00 – for BK, JRS and Parents
6:00 – for Masters

Start of Winter Programs
2014-12-02 15:30 - 19:30 | Ethan Allen Training Facility, 113 Ethan Allen Rd., Jericho, VT, 05465, United States
Our BKL, Juniors & Masters all start official training. See the blog and training schedules for locations and times.

Last Day for Race Suit Purchase/Lease (Youth & Adult)
2014-11-30
This is you last chance to get a new youth or adult race suit for the season. For more information see our BKL Lease/Buy Back & Apparel links.

MNC Junior Camp @ Craftsbury
2014-11-26 - 2014-11-30
Junior training camp hosted by Garrott Kuzzy. Wed-Sun.

Last Day to Order Team Mammut Jackets & Vests
2014-11-24
See our Apparel page for details.

BKL Parent Meeting (no practice)
2014-11-21 19:00 - 21:00 | Deborah Rawson Memorial Library, 8 River Rd, Jericho, VT, United States
For more info contact Rick Costanza rtcostanza@gmail.com.
BK Parent Meeting – Agenda
1. Coaches Introduction
2. MNC – Club and coaches approach to kids skiing programs
3. Weekly Practices and Communication
4. Equipment Needs
5. Team Apparel & Registration
6. Being prepared for practice
7. Ethan Allen Biathlon Range Rules – National Guard
8. Volunteer Opportunities
9. Winter Schedule – Practices, Races, Family Outings, Fun Day
10. BK Festival
11. Parent Feedback and additional opportunities

Masters Season Kick-Off Potluck
2014-11-15 18:00 - 22:00 | Jim & Sue Bentlage’s, 68 Foothillls Dr., Jericho, VT, United States
Come join us for us for this fun season opening social event. Meet other Masters and get excited about the upcoming season. Also, samples of our Mammut team jackets and vest will be available for people to try on for sizing.

Skirack and Swix Cera Nova X Speed Tour
2014-11-15 14:00 - 15:00 | Skirack, 85 Main Street, Burlington, VT, 05401, United States
Join Chris Hall from Swix for an educational afternoon learning about the newly formulated Swix Cera Nova X wax system.
See an in-depth presentation on the development and improvements of this new wax line.
Door Prizes Including:
CERA NOVA X PINT GLASSES
CERA NOVA X BOTTLE OPENERS
CERA NOVA X LF 180G WAX BARS

Junior (BKL) Athlete Day @ Edgewise (Stowe)
2014-11-09 11:30 - 16:30
It’s a fun event for both Nordic and Alpine racers. We will have dryland training sessions, tuning clinics, the opportunity to talk with reps, and of course, to gear up for the season. And, this year, there will be a BBQ!

We are taking input for the content of our clinics on this day, so if you are planning to come, please let us know if there is a topic you would like covered.

11:30 – ??? = BBQ (free I believe)
2:30 – 3:30pm = Nordic dryland training clinic with Jim Galanes (former Olympian and former US Ski Team coach!)
3:30 – 4:30pm = Nordic ski waxing & tuning clinic

Other deals and industry reps will be on-hand

Last Day to Order MNC Race Apparel
2014-11-02
New team apparel for the ‘14/’15 season is ready for ordering! Along with our new logo, we are rolling out new team apparel for our Junior , Masters and older BKL skiers this season. Last day to order is October 27, 2014. Click for ordering information.

MNC Winter Program Registration Opens
2014-11-01

Salomon SuperFit @ Skirack
2014-10-24 - 2014-10-26
Free Salomon binding with purchase of any Salomon ski!!!

Fischer Night at Ski Rack
2014-10-19 15:00 - 19:00 | Skirack, 85 Main Street, Burlington, VT, 05401, United States
You’re invited to a special evening of Fischer products, prize drawings and pro race fits.
Skirack, Vermont’s only Fischer Nordic Race Center, and Mansfield Nordic Club are proud to host this annual event.
Come in and check out the 2014/15 line of Fischer Skis, Boots, Bindings and Poles.
Event Highlights:
3:00 – 7:00: Preview the new Fischer gear. Skirack’s nordic fit specialists will be available all evening to personally fit you for skis, boots and poles
4:00 – 6:00: Enjoy Snacks and refreshments
4:00 – 7:00: Wax specialist Dave Boucher of Toko shares product info and waxing tips
5:00 Mansfield Nordic Head Coaches Rick Costanza and Tim Weston introduce us to the the exciting ski season programs and special events for BKL, Juniors and Masters
5:15 Special Guest Speaker
5:30 Raffle Drawing for Fischer prizes

Fall Fridays in Underhill!
2014-10-17 15:30 - 17:00 | Mills Riverside Park, Route 15, Underhill, VT, 05489, United States
Jackrabbit and Racing Team age skiers are invited to pre-season activities starting October 17th from 3:30 – 5:00 at Mills Riverside Park in Underhill. There is no fee for this program lead by MNC coaches and parents. Newcomers are welcome and parents are encouraged to help out as well. Kids will engage in activities designed to challenge them, improve agility, balance, strength and overall fitness in a high energy and fun environment. This is a perfect opportunity for our young skiers to make new friends and get to know their coaches before winter.

Masters / Family Mt. Mansfield Hike
2014-10-12 09:00 - 17:00 | Underhill State Park, 352 Mountain Road, Underhill, VT, 05490, United States
Anyone that wishes to join us for a hike (and maybe some running) up Mt Mansfield is welcome. Bing family members too. This is a social and athletic adventure. 9AM at Underhill State Park (Mountain Road – Underhill)

Wednesday Night Worlds XC Race Series @ Sleepy Hollow ^
2026-08-19 01:46 | Sleepy Hollow Inn & Ski Center, 427 Ski Lodge Dr, Huntington, VT, 05462, United States
Skirack hosts Wednesday Night Worlds XC Race Series at Sleepy Hollow. Races Start at 6:30pm, and they are mass start. Registration open from 5:30pm – 6:29pm. $12 Entry Fee (includes night skiing trail pass). $6 High School or Bill Koch. $25 for race pass for all 8 races for Season Pass holders. All types of racers are welcome – from never have raced before up through competitive racers. Race distances are 2km, 4km, and 6km – you can choose at sign in time. You also choose your technique – classic or skate. Come on out and give it a try. Prizes from Skirack based on number of races attended, and awarded after the last race of the season. Prizes provided by the Skirack in Burlington. The race is mass start at 6:30pm. Faster skiers should line up near the front, and slower skiers towards the rear.
We also have a potluck dinner available to everyone after the race. Bring a dish of your choice to share, and enjoy some great company while you eat! All racing here is designed to be fun and enjoyable from beginner skiers through faster racers. The important thing is you come out and participate!

^ MNC New Racer Friendly – Never raced before but would like to try? These races have been identified as great places to give it a try. Choose 2K, 4K or 6K skate or classic. Although high end racers attend regularly, so do little kids and rec skiers. It is totally non-intimidating. Everyone gathers after each race for a potluck dinner.
