October 20, 2008 – Two major alpine resorts, a former Olympic venue, and a metropolitan state park are new anchor sites for Winter Trails 2009, a day when children and adults new to snow … READ MORE →

October 20, 2008 (Boulder, CO) – The 2008-09 Colorado Cup schedule is made up of the best five events in the state. Three out of five of the races are part of larger, festival … READ MORE →

October 20, 2008 (Park City, UT) – Cross-country skiing is (most of the time) an individual sport. We spend a lot of hours alone in the woods and on the trails where the … READ MORE →

October 20, 2008 (Canmore, AB) – Olympic silver medalist Sara Renner will not begin her cross-country World Cup season until December 6 in La Clusaz, France according to a report in the Calgary Herald. … READ MORE →

October 19, 2008 (West Yellowstone, MT) – The Yellowstone Ski Festival offers many exciting options for Nordic skiers and their families. We have fun for all ages. Of course, the week is full of … READ MORE →

October 19, 2008 (Steamboats Springs, CO) – Kick off your ski season with area’s top coaches helping you improve your skills. A remarkable collection of coaching talent including 2-time Nordic Olympian Sarah Konrad, former Subaru … READ MORE →

October 19, 2008 – Rossignol offers products for all free heel use covering all segments of the market from racing, to touring, to light backcountry, to backcountry (skis only), with full packages including … READ MORE →

October 18, 2008 (Hanover, NH) – Hey, you all know the training regime, right? Running, hiking, strength, roller skiing, hill running and such. Well, add another element to the mix for … READ MORE →

October 18, 2008 (Elk River, MN) – Get ready for the 12th Annual Fall Festival Rollerski Biathlon Races October 25-26 at the Elk River Biathlon Range. Preregistration is mandatory – please submit names and ages … READ MORE →

October 18, 2008 (Canmore, AB) – Cross Country Canada’s Women on Skis invites you to an exciting Fall Conference – Fitness and Wellness: Women in Motion. Come meet other women who are active in Nordic … READ MORE →

October 18, 2008 (Soldier Hollow, UT) – The MWSC Biathlon Team arrived in Utah last Sunday. The team – Russell Currier, Megan Toussaint, BethAnn Chamberlain, Hilary McNamee, and Grace Boutot – is living and training … READ MORE →

October 17, 2008 (Barrie, ON) – Hardwood Ski and Bike celebrated it’s grand opening on October 16 with a ribbon cutting ceremony in front of the newly renovated lodge. Hardwood President and General … READ MORE →

October 17, 2008 – The 2008 Cross Country Ski Camps at Silver Star are set for success! Phil Villeneuve joins the coaching team bringing cutting edge technique training to the camps. Phil lives in … READ MORE →

October 17, 2008 (Anchorage, AK) – If there is skiing anywhere in North America at this time of year, there is a good chance it’s at Hatcher’s Pass. Hatcher’s Pass … READ MORE →

October 17, 2008 – We’re stoked to announce the addition of Drew Goldsack and Caitlin Compton to our Skier Diaries section. Goldsack is a long standing Canadian XC Ski Team member and the … READ MORE →

October 16, 2008 (Minneapolis, MN) – I had only been to Minneapolis a handful of times during the fall to run cross-country races or travel through the airport, but I often stayed far from … READ MORE →

October 17, 2008 (Olso, Norway) – A major part of the preparations for the 2011 FIS Nordic World Ski Championships in Oslo (Nor) is the rebuilding of the ski stadium at Holmenkollen. Key to … READ MORE →

October 10, 2008 – Welcome to the brand new SkiTrax Skier Diaries! I’m looking forward to starting up regular blog-type entries for the coming season and hope to have … READ MORE →

October 17, 2008 (Lake Placid, NY) – The 2009 U.S. Ski Jumping and Nordic Combined Championships took place October 11-12 in Lake Placid, NY and the competition saw Johnny … READ MORE →

October 17, 2008 (Vancouver, BC) – As the inaugural tour of the CP Spirit Train pulls into Montreal on October 18, the final stop on its cross-Canada tour, the Vancouver Organizing Committee for the … READ MORE →

October 16, 2008 (Ottawa, ON) – The Canadian Centre for Ethics in Sport (CCES) released a new version of the Canadian Anti-Doping Program (CADP) today. This version of the CADP comes into effect on January … READ MORE →

October 16, 2008 (Liberec, Czech Republic) – The official Final Inspection for the FIS Nordic World Ski Championships 2009 in Liberec (CZE) took place on Monday, October 13. The organizing committee presided by … READ MORE →

October 16, 2008 (Canmore, AB) – The Events Committee of Cross Country Canada is seeking the part time services of an Officials’ Registry Online Services Coordinator. This is a part-time contract position for six … READ MORE →

October 16, 2008 (Anchorage, AK) – We are seeking an enthusiastic person to serve as a part time Executive Administrator in the CCAK. The person will work directly with the CCAK Board of Directors and … READ MORE →

October 15, 2008 (Lake Waskesiu, Saskatchewan) – The annual HP dryland training camp in Saskatchewan was once again a great success and provided excellent motivation for the athletes and coaches in attendance. … READ MORE →

October 15, 2008 (Quebec City, Quebec) – The Pierre-Harvey National Training Center (PHNTC) is proud to welcome Sacha Bergeron to act as a full time assistant coach and wax technician. Last month, on September … READ MORE →

October 15, 2008 (Vancouver, BC) – Well the weather is changing on the west coast. The winter rain has started and if you are a “Wet Coaster” that means that you start to … READ MORE →

October 15, 2008 (Hayward, WI) – The CXC Elite Team recently completed a two week monthly camp in Lake Placid, NY. We stayed and trained at the Olympic … READ MORE →

October 14, 2008 – Your name is Dave Wood and you have been the Head Coach of the National Cross Country Ski Team for 10 years. You took over after the 1998 Olympic debacle … READ MORE →

October 14, 2008 (Lake Placid, NY) – Columbus Day weekend is one of the biggest for tourists visiting the New York’s Adirondack mountains. While many people were hiking in the mountains and enjoying … READ MORE →

October 14, 2008 (Stowe, VT) – As the leaves begin to fall and the crisp autumn air evokes thoughts of a snowy winter, Trapp Family Lodge is gearing up for its most exciting … READ MORE →

October 13, 2008 (Lake Placid, NY) – The fall Lake Placid training camp is turning into an annual event, bringing skiers from around the country together for the last pre-snow camp of the … READ MORE →

October 13, 2008 (Park City, Utah) – U.S. Ski and Snowboard Association members can save now by completing registration by Wednesday, Oct. 15. “We are encouraging all members to complete the membership renewal process as … READ MORE →

October 13, 2008 (Park City, Utah) – It’s October and the best skiers in the Lower 48 are back in Lake Placid, the Alaskan’s are starting to transition to … READ MORE →

October 13, 2008 (Lake Placid, NY) – It was another day of jumping domination for Anders Johnson and the U.S. Ski Jumping Team’s Lindsey Van (both Park City, UT). Each took in their second win … READ MORE →

October 12, 2008 (Garnet Hill Lodge, NY) – Garnet Hill Lodge is looking for a Ski Program/Outdoor Recreation Director. This job presents a unique opportunity for a creative, energetic individual to develop and implement a … READ MORE →

October 12, 2008 (Zurich, Sui) – The autumn FIS Cross-Country TV seminar was held in the form of a workshop in Zurich this Tuesday and Wednesday. The session featured open and productive discussions among … READ MORE →

October 12, 2008 (Lake Placid, NY) – The U.S. Ski Jumping Team’s Lindsey Van (Park City, UT) put the nation on notice that she’s back, and she’s still the best. Along with Anders … READ MORE →

October 11, 2008 (Lake Placid) – The U.S. Nordic Combined Team’s Johnny Spillane (Steamboat Springs, CO) earned his career first Nordic combined national title Saturday during the 2009 U.S. Championships in Lake Placid. “I’ve been … READ MORE →

October 11, 2008 – As athletes we are continually looking ahead, reaching for goals, and preparing ourselves for upcoming competitions. Our motivation is fueled by physical progression; as we meet our short-term goals we … READ MORE →

October 11, 2008 (Zurich, SUI) – The cross-country division had a busy schedule in Zurich. Besides the meetings of the FIS sub-committee for World and Continental Cups and the FIS Cross-Country Executive Board, … READ MORE →

October 11, 2008 (Vladimir, Russia) – Olympic gold medalist Alexei Prokurorov, 44, was killed Friday after being hit by a car while crossing the road. At the 1988 Calgary Games Prokurorov won the 30km freestyle. … READ MORE →

October 11, 2008 (Lake Placid, NY) – With the 2009 U.S. Ski Jumping and Nordic Combined Championships taking place on Saturday, October 11th in Lake Placid, NY, there are several topics of interest that add … READ MORE →

October 10, 2008 – Yes, that Bjorn! It is official, Bjorn Daehlie, the Norwegian cross-country skiing legend of the 90’s who won 12 Olympic medals, eight of them gold, will ski the 2009 Birkie … READ MORE →

October 10, 2008 (Calgary, AB) – Canada’s high-performance cross-country ski athletes will have a world-leading coaching and technical support team alongside their track to the Olympic and Paralympic podiums, thanks to financial … READ MORE →

October 10, 2008 (Vancouver, BC) – Many factors can influence an athlete’s performance during competition, but one ingredient stands above the others — having family members in the stands. To help make this a … READ MORE →

October 10, 2008 (Canmore, AB) – Congratulations to Madeleine Williams, the winner of the 2008 Ski to School Scholarship. Madeleine is a member of Edmonton Nordic Ski Club and was a Junior National Team … READ MORE →

October 9, 2008 (Silver Star, BC) – The snow is starting to fall at Silver Star Mountain Resort! It is time to register for the 2008 Cross Country Ski Camps. Please note that prices … READ MORE →

October 9, 2008 (Royal Gorge, CA) – Royal Gorge, North America’s largest cross country ski area, seeks a General Manager. The Manager will be responsible for budgeting, operations, and management of the cross-country ski area … READ MORE →

October 9, 2008 (West Yellowstone, MT) – The Yellowstone Ski Festival is rapidly approaching. Teams, coaches, racers, skiers, and families will head to West Yellowstone and the Rendezvous Ski Trails from November 25-29 this … READ MORE →