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NNF Launches the 2015 Drive for 25

National Nordic FoundationSeptember 30, 2015

(Press release) SALT LAKE CITY — Widely known through the cross country ski community, the annual Drive for 25 is the most successful grassroots fundraising effort in American ski sport and the principle fundraising engine for the National Nordic Foundation. This year’s Drive for 25 builds on the success initially created by U.S. coaches Matt Whitcomb and Peter Vordenberg who challenged the skiing community to support itself in a single-day effort in 2011. The 2015...

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14th Birkie Trail Run & Trek on Sept. 26

American BirkebeinerSeptember 23, 2015

Birkie Trail Run & Trek Kicks off this Saturday on the Legendary Birkie Trail One day. Eight events. Introducing NEW Ultra 100K Marathon! Hayward, WI (September 22) — The 14th annual American Birkebeiner Ski Foundation® (ABSF) Birkie Trail Run & Trek, Presented by Salomon, will be held on the iconic Birkie Trail this Saturday, September 26th. From the challenge and intensity of a new 100K Ultra Marathon to the fun of a 5k run/walk, an...

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NENSA/Craftsbury Renew Partnership Through 2016

Eric ByramSeptember 22, 2015

  NEW GLOUCESTER, Maine – New England Nordic Ski Association and Craftsbury Outdoor Center extend long-standing partnership for another season with Craftsbury signing on as an official sponsor of NENSA and hosting the 2015-16 EasternCup Series Opener in December. “The seasons are shifting in northern Vermont: trail work, event planning, tuning up PistenBullies – and renewing our commitment to NENSA! We’re happy to partner with NENSA for another year in recognition of our parallel missions to develop...

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USSA National Coaches Symposium Wraps Up, NTG Convenes in Lake Placid

BrainspiralSeptember 18, 2015

USSA National Coaches Symposium and L200 Training Wraps Up in Lake Placid (Press Release) Summary: It’s been a busy and informative 5 days for coaches around New England, with time for some fun too. Last Wednesday and Thursday, 18 coaches took part in the first ever L200 coach certification training to be held in the East. Bryan Fish, development coach for the USST taught this very informative course, and with any luck, and some hard...

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NYSEF Whiteface Climb to the Castle Rollerski Race on Sept. 20

NYSEFSeptember 17, 2015

Sunday, September 20, 2015 Climb to the top of Whiteface, New York’s 5th highest peak for a 360-degree panoramic view of the Adirondacks, New England and Canada 2015 Climb to the Castle Link to race registration: AlpineReg Online registration closes Friday, September 18 at 9 AM   Looking to help out at the awesome C2C race? sign up to volunteer here Questions? Email Margaret Maher

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CXC Bike Drawing to Benefit Adaptive Program for Children

BrainspiralAugust 17, 2015

Press release) Central Cross Country Ski Association to support The 1st place winner will receive a custom designed, hand crafted, Shimano Ultegra wheel-set (or similar equivalent) and Shimano Ultegra speed component group (or similar equivalent). Total manufacturer’s suggested retail price of the bike and included components is $8,500.00. Second, third and fourth places will be able to choose between three packages in the order of the finish: 2nd Place Fat Bike Birkie Entry 3rd Place...

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Five Things to Know About the Upcoming Global Talent Junior Nordic Ski Camp

National Nordic FoundationJuly 25, 2015

Press release) What it is: The Norwegian Ski Federation invites up to 120 Elite Junior Athletes with a maximum of 10 athletes per nation. The camp includes aggressive training sessions and presentations from coaches and World Cup athletes from a host of countries. This is the first year that the U.S. will attend. The U.S. athletes that go were selected from the National Ranking list and criteria set by coaches at the USSA Congress. The...

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Springer Tourney & US Large Hill Ski Jumping/NoCo Championships: July 27-Aug. 1

Alex KochonJuly 24, 2015

17th Annual North American Jindro Mayer Springer Tournee & US Large Hill Ski Jumping & Nordic Combined Championships AAlborn@uolf.org and please only one entry form per division!! National teams will be separate. If you have trouble opening the registration form electronically, please contact http://utaholympiclegacy.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/UOP-Waiver-FY16.pdf AAlborn@uolf.org Phone: 435.513.0987 REGISTRATION FEES: Springer Tournee All HILLS (HS-15 – HS-100) $155.00 for all events and food on Saturday + Ropes course. (Hill Fees included for the week) Springer Tournee...

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NENSA Welcomes New Members to Board of Directors

BrainspiralJuly 14, 2015

(Press release) NEW GLOUCESTER, Maine — The New England Nordic Ski Association (NENSA) Board of Directors are pleased to welcome three new members to the NENSA Board, and bids a fond farewell to retiring members, John Attwood of Cape Elizabeth, ME and Greg Elder of Yarmouth, ME. In their stead, Ellen Chandler of New Hampshire, Kate McNay Koch of Vermont, and Walt Shepard of Maine have signed on, each to a three-year term. Kate McNay Koch joins...

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NNF Funds International Junior Camp

National Nordic FoundationJune 19, 2015

Press release) SALT LAKE CITY, Utah – Consistent with its mission of supporting athletic excellence in developing U.S. Nordic athletes, the National Nordic Foundation announced financial support for a new junior camp for rising cross country skiers. Happening August 6 – 14, 2015, the International Junior Camp includes athletes selected from the a National Ranking List, as well as criteria set by coaches at the USSA congress. Camp participants include: WOMEN: Katharine Ogden, SMS Julia...

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Bridger Ski Foundation Receives Highest Recognition from USSA

BrainspiralMay 19, 2015

  (Press release) Bozeman’s ski club awarded the prestigious Gold Certification from the national governing body of skiing and snowboarding.  BOZEMAN, Mont. — Bozeman’s ski club, the Bridger Ski Foundation (BSF), just received the highest honor possible from the U.S. Ski and Snowboard Association (USSA). Bridger Ski Foundation was named a Gold Certified Podium Club, becoming www.bridgerskifoundation.org ABOUT USSA The U.S. Ski and Snowboard Association (USSA) is the national governing body of Olympic skiing and...

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Skiku/NANANordic Honored with President’s Council on Fitness, Sports & Nutrition Community Leadership Award

BrainspiralMay 15, 2015

(Press release) ANCHORAGE, Alaska — The President’s Council on Fitness, Sports & Nutrition (PCFSN) has selected Skiku/NANANordic to receive a 2015 PCFSN Community Leadership Award.  The award is given annually to individuals or organizations who improve the lives of others within their community by providing or enhancing opportunities to engage in sports, physical activities, fitness or nutrition-related programs. Skiku/NANANordic’s vision is healthy and active families traveling together on skis while enjoying Alaska’s vast and beautiful...

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APU Masters Glacier Camp June 28-July 1

BrainspiralMay 14, 2015

This summer APU is hosting a masters on-snow ski camp at the Thomas Training Center on Eagle Glacier. Come experience glacier training, just as APU’s Elite team and Olympians Kikkan Randall, Holly Brooks, Erik and Sadie Bjornsen make their seasons. “Skiers are made in the Summer” The camp is coached by APU Elite coach Erik Flora, Greta Anderson and Galen Johnson. Erik has coached at Olympic and World Championship levels, including three time Overall World...

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APU Accepting Applications for Summer Bridge Program

BrainspiralMarch 19, 2015

APU Nordic Ski Center is accepting new members for the Summer-only Bridge Program. What:  The Bridge program is geared for college age student-athletes (high school graduates through U23), but for those with other academic commitments from Fall to Spring. The goal of this program is to bridge the gap between ski seasons and other potential gaps in areas of training and ski sport education.  Bridge participants will train and learn about elite level cross country...

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