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Hailey Swirbul and the Way Opened by Jessie Diggins: by Paolo Romaniemi

“She Showed Us What We Young Americans Can Achieve.”  This article was originally published in the Italian publication www.fondoitalia.it. This translated version, lightly edited for clarity, was shared with FasterSkier by the author.  If Hailey Swirbul can be considered the most successful American cross-country skier ever at junior level and last season was able to get her first World Cup podium  in Davos’ 10km classic, the “blame” or merit is — at least in part...

Skiing vs Snowboarding For Beginners – Which is Easier to Learn? 

  Have you decided to head to the snowy slopes, but can’t decide whether you want to become a snowboarder or a skier? This post will show you the right path   Skiing VS Snowboarding is a classic debate, that for at least once in life has occupied nearly every snow glider’s head. If you have recently become acquainted with snowy peaks and fields, it’s probably your time to work on the same quest.  Choosing...

Auburn Ski Club Seeks Head Nordic Competition Team Coach

The ASC Training Center is a non-profit organization located on Donner Summit.  ASCTC provides a variety of programs for Alpine, Snowboard, Nordic and Biathlon; clinics; competitions and social events.  ASCTC also operates a 25km Nordic Center open to the public. Position:                        Head Nordic Competition Team Coach Vacancy:                       Open until filled, email resume and cover letters to Nordic Program Director Gus Johnson gus@asctrainingcenter.org Start Date:                     Flexible start date Employer:                     Auburn Ski Club. Inc. Reports to: ...

(Press Release) Change of 2022 FIS Junior and U23 WSC Cross-Country host

The FIS was informed by the Polish Ski Federation that the Cross-Country competitions of the Junior and U23 World Ski Championships 2022 cannot be held in Zakopane due to a planned construction in direct surrounding of the planned venue of the Cross-Country track. All events in Ski Jumping and Nordic Combined will be able to take place as previously planned. The FIS, together with National Ski Associations are intensively working on finding a solution to...

Protect Our Winters and Snow – Best Travel Tips for the Eco-Conscious Traveller

While tourism plays a significant role in stimulating the global economy, it also affects the environment negatively. Reports indicate that aviation accounts for 2% of global greenhouse gas emissions. Moreover, you can expect an influx of local and domestic flights in the coming months as government bodies lift COVID guidelines.    Does this mean you should stop traveling? Of course, not! Despite the negative environmental impact of global tourism, you can still visit various destinations...

Masters World Cup of Cross-Country Skiing event proceeding for March 2022

The Alberta World Cup Society is pleased to announce to the International Masters Cross Country Ski Community that the Masters World Cup 2022 is just over six months away. We invite all Masters Cross Country skiers to join us in Canmore, Alberta, Canada. At this time, the Organizing Committee for the Masters World Cup 2022 (MWC 2022) and the World Masters Cross-Country Ski Association are confident that the event will go forward as planned on...

Dartmouth College Seeks Assistant Coach

Position responsibilities include working closely with the Head Coaches at practices and races. The Assistant will help with yearly planning, organizing team travel, as well as wax testing and application. This person will also play an integral role in planning and managing Dartmouth Winter Carnival Cross Country events. Bachelor’s Degree and collegiate racing or coaching experience preferred.  Part time, 6 months, approximately Oct 1 – Apr. 1.  Compensation: $14,000. Inquiries, please contact: Cami Thompson Graves...

Mt Bachelor Nordic Center Seeks To Fill Two Positions: Supervisor and Groomer

Full Time Supervisor The Mt Bachelor Nordic Center is seeking a Full Time Supervisor to assist in the management of our nationally recognized, full-service Nordic Ski Center and the daily maintenance of a 56 km groomed trail system. Scope The Nordic Supervisor assists in the oversight of all Lodge activities, services, and operations, and provides training, motivation, and safety in the workplace for a staff of 30. The Nordic Supervisor works closely with all departments...

West Yellowstone Fall Training Camp – Ski with a Pro Registration Now Open for Yellowstone Ski Festival Clinics

Come and join our professional coaching staff to get a “jump start” on your 2021 – 2022 ski season during the Yellowstone Ski Festival, November 23-27, 2020.  The staff provides a solid understanding of cross country fundamentals, and gives you the tools and drills to gain efficiency and strength at the camp and throughout your ski season. The coaching staff is composed of an elite group of XC ski professionals which includes retired world class skiers,...

Winthrop Mountain Sports Seeks Full time Ski Technician – Experienced Only

  About Us Our store is located in Winthrop Washington.It is the largest Nordic ski resort in the US: Over 150 miles of groomed trails and unlimited terrain for back-country.  Skiers come from all over the pacific Northwest to explore the trails and get our expertise for their gear. At WMS we are attached to provide the best experience when our clients visit us for their Nordic ski gear. The store is managed by the two...

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Rossignol Group appoints new U.S. Alpine Race Manager World Cup veteran Shawn Gaisford to bring a wealth of race experience to U.S. market   Park City, UT – Aug 31, 2021 – Rossignol Group is pleased to announce the appointment of Shawn Gaisford as the new U.S. Alpine Race Manager, effective immediately. Gaisford will be responsible for working with Alpine Race coaches, athletes, and clubs across the country; overseeing the Group’s Junior...

Bridger Ski Foundation Seek Post Grad Coach

Overview Bridger Ski Foundation (BSF) is seeking a Post Grad (PG) Coach, beginning immediately.The PG team for 2021-2022 consists of 10 athletes taking a post-high school gap year or enrolled in MSU classes while training to take their skiing to the next level.    The PG coach is the primary coach for this group, coordinating daily practices, writing the training plan, planning for races and camps, race and wax support at races. This group trains...

Ford Sayre Nordic Seeks Assistant Junior Coach

Ford Sayre Memorial Ski Council is a 501(c3) established in 1950 to promote the sport of skiing in the Upper Valley of Vermont and New Hampshire and is one of the few clubs in the nation that supports Cross Country, Jumping and Alpine programs under one umbrella.  Ford Sayre Nordic skis at Oak Hill in Hanover, NH, the ski venue of Dartmouth College, and supports nearly 300 Nordic skiers of all ages.   Responsibilities The...

Williams College Seeks Head Coach

Williams College invites applications for the position of Visiting Assistant Professor of Physical Education and Head Coach of Nordic Skiing. This is a full-time visiting faculty position with an initial appointment for the fall and spring semesters of the 2021-2022 academic year, and a possible extension for an additional year.  The appointment will begin on September 20, 2021, or as soon thereafter as possible. Responsibilities include coaching Nordic skiing, recruiting qualified student-athletes, budget administration, supervision...

4 Things Every Beginner Skier Needs to Know

People travel all over the globe to ski, and now with countries relaxing their COVID-19 rules and regulations, ski destinations are once again an option for avid skiers. However, during these unprecedented times, it seems like people are looking to try something new. Being forced to stay at home day in day has motivated plenty of people to explore things they haven’t done in the past.    People who go skiing on their annual vacation...

Red Deer Nordic Seeks Head Coach

Red Deer Nordic (RDN) is seeking to hire a full time Head Coach to lead our winter programs through the 2021/22 season. RDN is the youth programs division of the Parkland Cross-Country ski club and is based in Red Deer, Alberta.  A growing club of around 175 members, RDN currently offers programming from age 5 to age 18. Accountable to the Red Deer Nordic Executive Committee, the Head Coach is responsible for delivering the Learn to...

The Best States for Skiing in the USA

Are you thinking about going skiing in the USA? Find out about three of the best states for this winter sport here. You can really have any type of holiday that you could dream of in the USA. No matter the state you go to, there will be some brilliant activities for you to jump on. If you fancy hitting the slopes and trying out some skiing, here are the best states to go to...

Nutrition Rules for Endurance Athletes

  Endurance athletes can be found in various sports disciplines like, cycling, running, canoeing, triathlon, swimming, walking or skiing. Hence, the nutritional requirements will differ due to the different requirements of each discipline, individuality, type of training and training periods. This article is focused on highlighting the foundational nutrition rules for endurance athletes regardless of their discipline. Calculating Metabolism To accurately do this, a unit known as the total energy expenditure (TEE) which is used...

Nakkertok Nordic Seeks High Performance Coach

Nakkertok Nordic is hiring a full time, enthusiastic leader to be the new high performance coach of the Equipe Nakkertok Racing Group (ENRG), U20 and older athletes.  We have a successful high performance racing program with 250 athletes, 3 paid full time coaches, 4 part time paid coaches, a strong volunteer coach/ admin support structure and excellent facilities, including snowmaking.  We are offering a competitive salary with benefits.  Competitive Development certification is requested. Bilingualism would...

Toby Creek Nordic Ski Club Seeks Head Coach

Toby Creek Nordic Ski Club (TCNSC) is seeking a head coach to lead and oversee programming from the Learning to Train through to Learning to Compete phases of athlete development. Our head coach will share our passion for Nordic skiing and inspire, support, and provide leadership to all of our athletes, with a primary focus on coaching and developing our older teenage athletes. They will inspire and engage all athletes in a safe, fun, inclusive,...