We are thrilled to announce the launch of the first edition of “Courons Gatineau”, a new running event organized by Gatineau Loppet. This event will take place on September 28, 2024, and is open to runners and walkers of all levels. Date and Location: September 28, 2024, on Rue Jacques-Cartier, at the confluence of the […]
(Hayward, WI) Ben Popp replaces Juha Viljamaa from Lahti, Finland, who has been the representing face of the Worldloppet organization and the global cross-country skiing community for the past eight years. During the 2016 Annual Summit in Lahti, Viljamaa was elected as President of the Worldloppet International Ski Federation and served for two terms. The […]
(Park City, Utah) Check out this great recap of the Cross Country Ski Areas Association’s (CCSAA) annual conference in Park City, Utah, April 8-10 by Jonathan Wiesel, Nordic Group International for SAM Magazine. Hosted by White Pine Nordic, located 5 minutes from the meeting HQ at Doubletree Park City hotel, the event drew 58 attendees […]
Join this lively discussion at 2pm EST, June 13, on evolving trends in cross-country skiing within the broader outdoor market with insights from the latest Outdoor Industry Association (OIA) data. Uncover how participation in this timeless winter sport is shaping up, influenced by demographic shifts, technological advancements, and a growing appreciation for outdoor activities. Kelly […]
(Minneapolis, MN) Emma Stertz, Dolcie Tanguay, Connor Roberts, and David Ronnevik, will join Team Birkie’s Regional Team. The Regional Team is an opportunity for athletes to continue their development of high level ski racing, as post-graduate high school and post-graduate collegiate skiers. “It’s exciting to have a strong group of experienced post-collegiate skiers join Team […]
We are thrilled to announce that registration is now open for an unforgettable cross-country skiing experience! Join us on January 25th for the Birkie Tour & Night Race. Take a supported tour of the trails during the day and come back to race them at night with your headlamp! Whether you’re a seasoned skier or […]
This past winter, skiers all across the northeast participated in NENSA’s fourth annual virtual XC Ski Bingo game completing activities ranging from creating obstacle courses to gliding contests to trying another winter sport. Participants could get Bingo by completing a row or column of activities and this year we also offered a Bingo card for […]
(Ketchum, ID) Galena Lodge Opening Day for the summer season is Friday, June 7th. We will be open every day from 9 – 5 with lunch served from 11 – 3:30. No reservations needed – we have plenty of indoor and outdoor seating. Check online to sign up for our Thursday BBQ’s with Live Music, […]
(Midway, Utah) Ariens Nordic Center, the newest U.S. Biathlon National Training Center located in Brillion, Wisconsin, will host the first-ever U.S. Biathlon Masters Nationals and North American Masters Championships February 14-16, 2025. This event has been created in collaboration with Biathlon Canada to bring together the largest population of Masters athletes to one event. Built […]
Inter-Mtn. Enterprises Inc. has been named the official wholesaler for North America of Mr. Snow’s textile ski slope. The patented product is an artificial snow surface that offers Wintersports Guaranteed to alpine, tubing, and Nordic facilities throughout the year. “MR.SNOW® is proud to enter the American Market,” said John Erkelens, Sales Director, Mr. Snow. “Together […]
