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CCSAA Summer Summit on June 28 in Woodstock, VT – Register Today

(Pomfret, Vermont) – I wanted to give you a quick reminder of the upcoming CCSAA Summer Summit on June 28 at the Suicide Six Ski Area in Pomfret, VT.  More info here.
This will be … READ MORE →

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Space Dogs Dachstein Glacier Ski Trip Sept. 28 – Oct. 8

– The Space Dogs Ski Club is organizing a Masters ski trip to Dachstein Glacier in late September, and there are still some spots available on the trip. The club’s mission is to provide … READ MORE →

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Canadian Paralympic Double Medallist Erik Carleton Calls it a Career with Para-Nordic Team

(Canmore, AB) – After successfully achieving his dream of not only competing for Canada at a Paralympic Winter Games, but guiding Brian McKeever to two gold medals in Sochi, Erik Carleton has decided to … READ MORE →

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USA Nordic Sport Names Men’s Teams for Ski Jumping and Nordic Combined

Park City, UT – As the summer training season begins and athletes all over the world lay the groundwork for the upcoming Olympic season, USA Nordic has officially named their Men’s teams for the … READ MORE →

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Developing Cross-Country Skiing in Iceland

(Iceland) – Under the banner of the FIS Solidarity programme, the Icelandic Ski Association hosted a successful summer training camp for cross-country skiers from 8th-11th June 2017. The initiative aimed at bringing athletes aged … READ MORE →

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Toyota Expands Partnership With U.S. Ski & Snowboard Teams

(ParkCity, Utah) – U.S. Ski & Snowboard has named Toyota as the official automotive and mobility partner of the U.S. Ski & Snowboard Teams, bringing the world’s top automaker together with America’s best winter … READ MORE →

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USA Nordic Promotes Martin Bayer to Nordic Combined Head Coach

(Park City, UT) – USA Nordic recently announced that Martin Bayer has been selected as the new Head Coach for the Men’s Nordic Combined national team. Bayer’s promotion is the culmination of over 17 years … READ MORE →

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U.S. Ski & Snowboard Unveils New Brand

(Park City, Utah) – The U.S. Ski and Snowboard Association today unveiled its official rebrand as U.S. Ski & Snowboard. Along with the name change, a new brand mark will unite athletes, members and … READ MORE →

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Roller Ski World Record Attempt

(Hayscastle, Wales) – Welsh cross-country ski instructor, Chris Gouldsmith, will attempt to establish a world record by roller skiing 1,450km / 900 miles from Land’s End to John O’Groats on August 1 to become … READ MORE →

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Job Opportunity – University of Alaska Fairbanks Seeks Assistant Coach

(Fairbanks, Alaska) – The Department of Athletics at the University of Alaska Fairbanks is seeking applicants to fill the position for the Assistant Coach for the Men’s and Women’s Nordic Ski Teams.  The Alaska … READ MORE →

Ridgefield resident Leslie Krichko was recently inducted into the Maine Sports Hall of Fame [P] Ridgefield Press

Leslie Krichko Inducted into Maine Sports Hall of Fame

– The only drawback for Leslie Krichko? She had to give a speech. “I was extremely nervous and stressed out,” said Krichko, a longtime Ridgefield resident and two-time Olympian. “I’m not a fan of … READ MORE →

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Registration for the 2017-18 CCC Coaching License is Now Open

– All coaches coaching for more than seven hours/year need to sign up for the CCC Coaching License before starting to coach after July 1, 2017. On July 1, 2017, the CCC Coaching License … READ MORE →

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Job Opportunity – Part-time Cross Country Ski Head Coach @ Calgary Ski Club

– The Calgary Ski Club (CSC) is seeking a Part-Time Cross Country Ski Head Coach to support and develop CSC’s cross-country ski lessons program, focusing on recreation, dryland fitness, and programs for all members.
This … READ MORE →

[P] Michigan Tech

Tom Smith Named Head Nordic Ski Coach at Michigan Tech

(Houghton, Mich.) – Tom Smith has been named the head coach of the Michigan Tech men’s and women’s Nordic ski teams athletic director Dr. Suzanne Sanregret announced today. Smith brings 14 years of coaching … READ MORE →

[P] Canadian Paralympic Committee

Job Opportunities – Manager, Games Operations and Delivery & Manager, Paralympic Performance @ Canadian Paralympic Committee

(Toronto, ON) – The Canadian Paralympic Committee is hiring for the positions of Manager, Games Operations and Delivery, and Manager of Paralympic Performance. Both positions are full-time with an Application Deadline of June 23rd.
Manager, … READ MORE →

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Job Opportunities – Graphic Designer & Associate Manager @ Canadian Olympic Committee

(Toronto, ON) – The Canadian Olympic Committee is hiring for the positions of Graphic Designer, and Associate Manager. Be a part of building and growing a leading national sports brand. The Canadian Olympic Committee … READ MORE →

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Lahti 2017 Makes Considerable Impact

– An impact study conducted by Sportcal, an experienced provider of sports market intelligence, reported that the FIS Nordic World Ski Championships 2017 in Lahti (FIN) achieved nearly all of its targets.

Ninety-six percent of … READ MORE →

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Norway Launches Prosjekt 2022 to Foster Women’s Nordic Combined and Ski Jumping

– With the support of “Olympiatoppen”, the Norwegian Ski Federation has launched a project to foster the development of women’s Ski Jumping and Nordic Combined in Norway. The project with the title “Prosjekt 2022” … READ MORE →

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Olympian and Coach John Bower Passes Away

(Park City, UT) – Olympic skier John Bower, the first American to win the prestigious nordic combined King’s Cup, as well as a formative coach and leader of the U.S. Nordic Ski Team, passed … READ MORE →

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Canadian Paralympic Committee and Pfizer Canada Inc. Announce Renewal of Partnership Through to 2019

(Ottawa, ON) – Celebrating more than 20 years of partnership, the Canadian Paralympic Committee and Pfizer Canada Inc. are pleased today to announce the renewal of their partnership agreement of more than $1 million … READ MORE →

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National Nordic Foundation Board of Directors Elects New Chairman

– The National Nordic Foundation (NNF) is excited to announce the election of a new Chairman of the Board, Peter Ashley. Peter succeeds former Executive Director and long-time Board Chair, David Knoop who is … READ MORE →

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Therese Johaug Has Her Day in Court – CAS Ruling Expected in Three Weeks

( Lausanne, Switzerland) – Norwegian cross-country ski superstar Therese Johaug was in tears during her day in court reports AP. She told Norwegian television that “…all my memories came back to me. I felt … READ MORE →

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Crosscut Mountain Sports Center Acquires Bohart Ranch Property

(Bozeman, Montana) – Local non-profit Crosscut Mountain Sports Center (CMSC) today announced closing on the longawaited acquisition of Bohart Ranch in Bridger Canyon. This landmark deal represents a commitment to continuing the Nordic skiing … READ MORE →

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Inaugural Mount-Royal Challenge in Montreal a Success

(Montreal, Que.) – It was a beautiful sunny Sunday on June 4 that greeted 48 athletes, their coaches and some parents from four clubs near Montreal, Que. to the first edition of the Mount-Royal … READ MORE →

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Job Opportunity at Cross-country Skiing Quebec – Administrative Assistant / Accounting Officer

(Saint-Sauveur, Que.) – Cross-country Skiing Québec is looking for an Administrative Assistant / Administrative / Accounting Officer to work out their offices in Saint-Sauveur, Que. beginning in August 2017.

Job Location: Saint-Sauveur
Schedule of 32 hrs / … READ MORE →

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U.S. Paralympics Nordic Skiing Names 2017-18 National Team

(Colorado Springs, Colorado) — Thirteen athletes, including seven U.S. Paralympians in Nordic skiing, were named to the 2017-2018 U.S. Paralympics Nordic Skiing National Team today by U.S. Paralympics, a division of the United States … READ MORE →

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Interview with Caitlin and Brian Gregg at the Fossavatnsgangan Iceland Loppet

(Iceland) – Americans Caitlin Gregg and Brian Gregg recently took part in the final Worldloppet of the 2016/17 season at the Fossavatnsgangan Iceland Loppet. The two, who are both prolific winners, had strong results … READ MORE →

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UM Presque Isle Names New Nordic Ski Coach

(Presque Isle, ME) –  The University of Maine at Presque Isle is happy to announce the hiring of Tim Whiton as the new Head Nordic Ski Coach. The position became vacant earlier this year … READ MORE →

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First Women’s Nordic Combined US National Championships Confirmed

(Park City, Utah) – US Ski & Snowboard excitedly announced that the inaugural Women’s Nordic Combined National Championships will be contested in Lake Placid, NY alongside their male counterparts on October 7th, 2017.
The announcement … READ MORE →

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USA Nordic Honored at Annual USSA Awards Ceremony

(Park City, UT) – USA Nordic Sport was honored to be presented with the Russell Wilder Award in recognition of service to youth at the recent USSA annual awards ceremony held in Park City, … READ MORE →

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FIS Cross-Country World Cup presented by Viessmann 2017/18 Calendar Confirmed

– The FIS Council held its Spring Meeting in Portoroz (SLO) on Sunday 28th May, 2017. The FIS Council confirmed the calendar of the FIS Cross-Country World Cup presented by Viessmann for the 2017/18 … READ MORE →

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XC Ski Ontario Inaugural Volunteer of the Year Awarded to John Langstone

– Congratulations to John Langstone, inaugural recipient of Cross Country Ski Ontario Volunteer of the Year Award. Langstone’s longstanding commitment as webmaster of xco.org was honoured at the XCSO 2017 Annual General Meeting on … READ MORE →

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Chelsea Nordiq – Capital Development Team Welcomes XC Skiers and Biathletes

– The Capital Development Team (CDT) is an all season program for both Cross Country Skiers and Biathletes that are in the Competition Development (Learn to Compete) and Train to Compete stage of development. … READ MORE →

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Interview with US XC Ski Head Coach Chris Grover at FIS Calendar Conference in Slovenia

(Portoroz, Slovenia) – SkiTrax‘s Peter Graves caught up with Chris Grover, head coach of the U.S. Cross Country Ski Team, during the FIS Calendar Conference at the Grand Hotel Bernardin in Portoroz, Slovenia.
In this interview, … READ MORE →

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Emerald Expositions Acquires Snow Show from SnowSports Industries America – Joint OR/SIA Event Slated for Jan. 2018

(San Juan Capistrano, California) – Emerald Expositions, LLC (“Emerald Expositions”), a wholly owned subsidiary of Emerald Expositions Events, Inc. (NYSE: EEX), producer of Outdoor Retailer and a leading U.S. business-to-business trade show and conference … READ MORE →

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Job Opportunity – Head Club Coach and Masters Coach @ Arrowhead Nordic Ski Club

(Huntsville, ON) – Arrowhead Nordic Ski Club, located in the stunningly beautiful Muskoka district comprised of lakes and rolling Canadian Shield, is in need of a Head Club Coach and Masters Coach positions to be … READ MORE →

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Johaug CAS Court Date Set for June 6

– According to The Associated Press, Norwegian star cross-country skier Therese Johaug has a court date set to take place on June 6, 2017 for her ongoing doping case. The Court of Arbitration for … READ MORE →

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Mile High Wine Festival at SilverStar Mountain Resort – Canada’s Highest Outdoor Wine Tasting

– Ever wonder what happens at SilverStar Mountain Resort when the snow’s gone? This summer SilverStar and Okanagan Wine Festivals are proud to bring back Canada’s highest outdoor wine tasting, The Mile High Wine Festival. … READ MORE →

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Lead Event Timer Opportunity @ SportStats – Deadline May 22

– Sportstats is a global leader in sports event timing with over 800 events timed annually. We are a key partner to several internationally renowned running and multisport organisations as well as offering timing … READ MORE →

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Job Opportunity – Nakkertok Racing Program Development Coaches

(Ottawa, ON) – The Nakkertok Nordic Racing Program would like to hire up to 3 enthusiastic and committed individuals to assist in the delivery and implementation of the periodized training programs (dryland and on-snow) … READ MORE →

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APU Masters Eagle Glacier Camp Public – 9 Slots Remaining

(Alaska) – Have you ever wondered what summer training on Eagle Glacier is all about? Have you heard stories from your kids, friends or Elite athletes about the wonders of summer skiing? Well here … READ MORE →

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Sunshine Village Nordic Skiing Open Through to May 22

– Sunshine is grooming for cross-country beginning today through the May long weekend, May 22nd.  Their plan is to groom every evening and re-groom in the morning if there was snow overnight.
If you go … READ MORE →

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China Sees Explosive Growth in Skiing

(Beijing, China) – There has been explosive growth in the Chinese ski industry in recent years a reports Sixth Tone. In 2013 there were 408 ski resorts in China versus 646 in 2016, with … READ MORE →

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Pfizer Canada Inc. Announced as Title Sponsor of the VISTA 2017 Conference for Para Sports

(Ottawa, ON) – The Canadian Paralympic Committee, Pfizer Canada Inc., the Canadian Sport Institute Ontario and the International Paralympic Committee are pleased to announce a new partnership that names the leading pharmaceutical firm the … READ MORE →

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Canadian Cross Country Athletes Meet International Performance Benchmarks

– Cross Country Canada (CCC) has released its annual list of athletes meeting international performance benchmarks during the 2016-17 ski season. The list, which is made up of 45 of Canada’s top cross-country skiers, … READ MORE →

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Tomas Northug Ends his Skiing Career

– Norway’s Tomas Northug has decided to end professional skiing career. “It’s hard but but I made the decision and now I will see what the future holds,” he told NRK.

In 2010 Tomas Northug … READ MORE →

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Italy’s Next Biathlon Generation – Michela, Irene and Samuela Win a Record 8 Medals

– The Italian team came to the IBU Youth/Junior World Championships in Osrblie as a question mark; young talent with good training brought together by an experienced staff of coaches, but could they battle … READ MORE →

Attention Athletes and Coaches – Take the CCC Women’s Committee Survey

– The Cross Country Canada Women’s Committee is asking female athletes and coaches to complete our annual survey. We use your responses to plan our initiatives so your participation is very important. We want to … READ MORE →

[P] Montmorency Forest

Boreal Glide Nordic Ski Trail in Quebec’s Montmorency Forest – Opens October 27

(Quebec City, QC) – Laval University’s Montmorency Forest, the world’s largest research and teaching forest, makes headlines once again this year with its famous Boreal Glide! Skiing begins here on October 27th, exclusive in … READ MORE →

[P] Canadian Paralympic Committee

Job Opportunity – Coordinator, Special Projects @ Paralympic Foundation of Canada

– The Paralympic Foundation of Canada (PFC) is seeking a Coordinator, Special Projects to join our recently established Foundation team.  Reporting to the Director, Foundation and working closely with PFC and Canadian Paralympic Committee … READ MORE →