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Jun 16: Rochester Rollerski Clinic with Garrott Kuzzy...

Rochester Active Sports Club [P] CXC...

June 16, 2010 (Rochester, NY) – The 2010 rollerski season is underway! The Rochester Nordic Club (RASC) hosted a great early summer rollerski clinic led by 2010 Olympian and CXC Elite skier Garrott … READ MORE → 0 comments

Jun 15: FIS: History of Women’s XC...

Martha Rockwell – a ski legend...

June 15, 2010 – FIS has published a document detailing the history of women’s XC skiing and the formation of the FIS Women’s Cross-Country Committee in 1965, which became the Sub-Committee … READ MORE → 0 comments

Jun 15: International Society of Biomechanics in Sport...

June 15, 2010 (Marquette, MI) – Northern Michigan University presents the International Society of Biomechanics in Sport 2010 Congress, July 19-23. They invite you to attend ISBS 2010 in Marquette, Michigan, USA. A … READ MORE → 0 comments

Jun 14: Kershaw Urges FIS to Get Tough...

Canada’s Devon Kershaw at Vancouver 2010...

June 14, 2010 – Canadian Olympic skier Devon Kershaw is not convinced that FIS will follow through with their tough talk on doping and the Russian team. FIS warned Russia to clean up … READ MORE → 0 comments

Jun 14: FIS President Kasper...

FIS President Gian Franco Kasper [P]...

June 14, 2010 (Antalya, Turkey) – The 47th International Ski Congress concluded at the weekend in Antalya (TUR). One of the highlights of the 2010 Congress was the re-election as FIS President of … READ MORE → 0 comments

Jun 13: FIS XC Interview with Kikkan Randall...

Kikkan Randall (USA) in Askim, Norway.[P]...

June 13, 2010 – FIS Cross-Country had a unique chance to talk to U.S. top skier and representative in the FIS Athlete’s Commission, Kikkan Randall, who attended the recent FIS Congress in Turkey. … READ MORE → 0 comments

Jun 13: Nordic Heritage Sport Club Receives NENSA...

Central Aroostook County is known for...

June 13, 2010 (Presque Isle, Maine) – The Nordic Heritage Sport Club, operating out of the Nordic Heritage Center, a world class biathlon facility located on the Fort Road in Presque Isle, has … READ MORE → 0 comments

Jun 13: Norway, USA and Germany Receive Top...

FIS Snowkidz [P]...

June 13, 2010 – As part of FIS’s multi-year international campaign entitled “Bring Children to Snow” that has been designed to generate passion for snow activities among the younger generations, the Antalya Congress … READ MORE → 0 comments

Jun 11: USCSA Sanctions Nordic Ski Jumping and...

June 11, 2010 (Park City, UT) – The United States Collegiate Ski and Snowboard Association (USCSA) held its annual Board of Directors meeting in Park City, June 4th to June 6th. John Jacobs … READ MORE → 0 comments

Jun 11: American Birkie 2011...

June 11, 2010 – Here is the latest news from the American Birkebeiner Ski Foundation, including their annual t-shirt design contest, trail runs, treks, and work days, registration deadlines, and other upcoming events.
2011 … READ MORE → 0 comments

Jun 10: New Book Commemorates 100 Years of...

100 Years of International Skiing [P]...

June 10, 2010 – The Antalya 2010 FIS Congress marked the centennial of the very first International Ski Congress that was held in Christiania (NOR, later known as Oslo) on 18th … READ MORE → 0 comments

Jun 09: FIS Approves World Cup Circuit for...

June 09, 2010 – The International Ski Federation has voted to create a women’s ski jumping World Cup circuit starting with the 2011-12 season. During the FIS Congress in Antalya, Turkey, last week, … READ MORE → 0 comments

Jun 09: Interview with Justin...

Justin Wadsworth [P] Pam...

June 09, 2010 (Bend, Oregon) – There are few people in the world of ski racing more upbeat and affable, than former US XC Ski team member, Justin Wadsworth, the newly named Canadian … READ MORE → 0 comments

Jun 09: Podiumwear is...

June 09, 2010 – Due to our steady success and growth in the Nordic arena, Podiumwear is please to announce that we’re expanding. We will be offering new products, expanded product lines and … READ MORE → 0 comments

Jun 09: Matt Gelso Named First-Team Academic...

Matt Gelso [P] University of...

June 09, 2010 Boulder, CO – University of Colorado senior ski team member and national champion Matt Gelso was selected to the 2009-10 ESPN The Magazine first-team Academic All-America men’s at-large team Tuesday. … READ MORE → 0 comments

Jun 09: CXC Ski Clinics and Training Camps...

June 09, 2010 – Here is the latest update from Central Cross Country Ski Association (CXC) about registration and availability for upcoming CXC clinics and training camps. Check out all of the great … READ MORE → 0 comments

Jun 08: Mt. Borah Custom Nordic...

June 08, 2010 (Coon Valley, WI) – Mt. Borah Custom Nordic, based out of Coon Valley, Wisconsin is making some changes to its existing custom Nordic apparel business. Effective June 1st, 2010 Mt. … READ MORE → 0 comments

Jun 08: Sochi 2014 – Rogge Satisfied with...

June 08, 2010 (Sochi, Russia) – IOC President Jacques Rogge said he is satisfied with the report by Russian Prime Minister, Vladimir Putin, that indicates that the development of infrastructure, programs, and venues … READ MORE → 0 comments

Jun 08: Silver Star Mountain Resort Summer Fitness...

June 08, 2010 (Silver Star Mountain, BC) – Join like-minded individuals this August 14-20 at Silver Star Mountain for  fun fitness camps. We aim to improve your health, advance your physical and mental … READ MORE → 0 comments

Jun 07: National Ski Team Bend Training Camp...

Your Canadian Women’s NST for 2010-11...

June 07, 2010 (Bend, Oregon) – The Canadian and US Cross Country Ski Teams recently held on snow, and off snow, training camps at Mt. Bachelor in Bend, Oregon. Check out some of … READ MORE → 0 comments

Jun 07: Mary Anne Levins Wins L.L. Bean...

Mary Anne with three of her...

June 07, 2010 (Freeport, Maine) – LLBean recently honoured Mary Anne Levins as an Outdoor Hero for her continued work with and support of the kids skiing community in New England. Steve Fuller, … READ MORE → 0 comments

Jun 07: Austrian Officials Probe Ski Federation Doctors...

June 6, 2010 (Austria) – Four Austrian ski federation doctors are the subject of a new investigation for violating anti-doping regulations according to the Salzburger Nachrichten newspaper. The country toughened its anti-doping following doping scandals … READ MORE → 0 comments

Jun 05: FIS XC Ski Committee Announces New...

FIS Congress 100 Years [P]...

June 05, 2010 (Antalya, Turkey) – Meetings of eight different Cross-Country Committees were held during the 47th International Ski Congress that took place in Antalya, Turkey from Monday, May 31st to Wednesday, June, 2. … READ MORE → 0 comments

Jun 05: NENSA Summer Camps Kick Off...

June 05, 2010 – It is time already for Summer and camp season is in full swing!  With plenty of events on the schedule the rosters are filling quickly. FIrst up is the … READ MORE → 0 comments

Jun 04: Where They Are Now – Interview...

John Estle skiing across Finland in...

June 04, 2010 (Fairbanks, Alaska) – There are many individuals who have contributed to the sport of Nordic skiing in North America and through a series of Where They Are Now interviews and … READ MORE → 1 comment

Jun 04: Maine Winter Sports Center to Host...

June 04, 2010   (Augusta, Maine) – On Tuesday, June 1st, the International Biathlon Union (IBU) took steps to place Presque Isle’s Nordic Heritage Center on the 2011 Biathlon World Cup schedule. This will … READ MORE → 1 comment

Jun 04: Norway’s First Ski...

June 04, 2010 (Bærum, Norway) – Norway may have it’s first ski tunnel before too long if $80 million in private investments can be found according to a recent article at Langrenn.com. The … READ MORE → 0 comments

Jun 03: Falun to Host 2015 FIS Nordic...

June 03, 2010 (Antalya, Turkey) – And the winner is…”repeated FIS President Gian Franco Kasper four times in Antalya (TUR) shortly after 7pm on Thursday, June 3. Following the final presentations on Tuesday … READ MORE → 0 comments

Jun 03: FIS Sanctions Russian Ski Association and...

FIS Congress 2010/10 [P]...

June 03, 2010 Antalya, Turkey – Meeting during the 47th International Ski Congress in Antalya (TUR), the FIS Council has decided to sanction the Russian Ski Association as a response to the high … READ MORE → 1 comment

Jun 03: Billy Demong Runs to Raise Awareness...

Olympian Bill Demong. [P] Lake...

June 03, 2010 (Park City, UT) – Few people in the world ever get a shot at beating an Olympic athlete, but last weekend, the public had their chance as Olympic gold medalist … READ MORE → 0 comments

Jun 03: Ski to Sea Race – Babikov...

Canada’s Ivan Babikov [P] Heinz...

June 03, 2010 (Mt. Baker, WA) – Canada’s Ivan Babikov and the USA’s Torin Koos took part in the gruelling Ski to Sea Race, a 144km/90-mile, seven-leg race from Mt. Baker Ski Area … READ MORE → 0 comments

Jun 03: Bridger Ski Foundation Seeks Executive...

June 03, 2010 (Bozeman, Montana) – The Bridger Ski Foundation is a nonprofit community organization based in Bozeman, Montana, that promotes athletic and personal excellence through educational and competitive programs in three Olympic … READ MORE → 0 comments

Jun 02: FIS Congress – 2010/11 World Cup...

Justyna Kowalczyk (POL) triple crown winner....

June 02, 2010 (Antalya, Turkey) – The FIS Council approved today the 2010/11 calendar of the FIS World Cup Season. Seventeen organizing committees will host World Cup events next season. After a year … READ MORE → 0 comments

Jun 02: FIS Congress Day 2 – Canada’s...

Al Maddox [P]...

June 02, 2010 (Antalya, Turkey) – The second meeting day is over and we had some very interesting discussion. On the schedule were the Sub Committees Rules & Control, Popular racing and World … READ MORE → 0 comments

Jun 02: Cross Country Canada Congratulates Jeff Whiting...

Jeff Whiting [P] Cross Country...

June 1, 2010  – Cross Country Canada would like to announce Jeff Whiting’s retirement after many years of dedication to the sport as a volunteer and staff. The Para-Nordic sport started its inception with Cross … READ MORE → 0 comments

May 31: More Video Updates from Canadian National...

World Cup Team member Dasha Gaiazova....

May 31, 2010 (Bend, Oregon) – Here are couple of videos of the Canadian National Ski Team in Bend, Oregon courtesy of Cross Country Canada. Senior Development Team member Graeme Killick discusses the … READ MORE → 0 comments

May 31: Perianne Jones Holds Court at Robert...

Olympian Perianne Jones [P]...

May 31, 2010 (Almonte, ON) – The 44th annual Robert Tait McKenzie Scholarship Awards ceremony and dinner in Almonte recently featured hometown star and Olympian Perianne Jones who brought the crowd to their … READ MORE → 0 comments

May 30: NENSA Gaining the Edge Clinic –...

May 30, 2010 – The first clinic in this series will take place at Lincoln-Sudbury Regional High School at 390 Lincoln Rd., Sudbury, Massachusetts. Coaches, athletes and recreational skiers interested in improving their … READ MORE → 0 comments

May 29: Video Update from Canadian National Ski...

Olympian George Gray [P] Cross Country...

May 29, 2010 (Bend, Oregon) – The Canadian National Ski Team is back on snow at a training camp in Bend, Oregon where the US XC Ski Team is also training. Check out … READ MORE → 0 comments

May 29: Cross Country Alberta and Camrose Ski...

May 29, 2010   – Cross Country Alberta (CCA), Camrose Ski Club and the University of Alberta, Augustana Faculty are seeking a Development / High Performance Coach to support and develop the Camrose Regional … READ MORE → 0 comments

May 28: U.S. XC Ski Team Trains at...

Noah Hoffman (USST) [P] Lance and...

May 28, 2010 (Bend, Oregon) – With the 2011 World Championship season on the horizon, the U.S. Cross Country Ski Team athletes are spending their Memorial Day weekend at Mt. Bachelor in Oregon … READ MORE → 0 comments

May 28: Jim Sinclair Tribute and Celebration of...

Jim Sinclair [P] Collingwood Hall of...

May 28, 2010   (Duntroon, ON) – With the windchill, the temperature at the startline is -30 degrees. Snow whips off banks and fills tracks. Skiers shiver, jumping up and down trying to avoid … READ MORE → 1 comment

May 28: Petra Majdic to Continue her...

Petra Madjic (SLO) at Vancouver 2010...

May 28, 2010 – Slovenia’s Petra Majdic, who suffered a traumatic fall while training at the 2010 Vancouver Games that resulted in four broken ribs and a punctured lung but still won sprint … READ MORE → 0 comments

May 28: Over 140 of Europe’s Ski Areas...

Europe’s Ski Spring Clean Up. [P]...

May 28, 2010 – This weekend May 29-30, people all over Europe will be getting together for the annual spring cleaning of the mountains. The goal of the action is to make everybody … READ MORE → 0 comments

May 27: Ford Sayre Nordic Club’s Tuesday Night...

May 27, 2010 (Hanover, NH) –  The Ford Sayre Nordic Ski Club is offering boys and girls entering 4th-8th grade a chance to try and train for Jumping/Nordic Combined, Biathlon, and Cross-country skiing. … READ MORE → 0 comments

May 27: Marty’s Views and News – Kalla,...

Marty Hall [P] Kathy...

May 27, 2010 – Twitter-Twatter…I just read that tart cherries are a natural jet-lag remedy. Yes, it’s tart cherries you want to select, as they have high levels of melatonin, which helps to … READ MORE → 0 comments

May 27: Vikersund Hill to be Demolished and...

Vikersundbakken, the Ski Flying hill in...

May 27, 2010 (Vikersund, Norway) – The 45-year old structure for the Vikersundbakken, the Ski Flying hill in Vikersund, has seen much in the course of its time. Everything however will come to … READ MORE → 0 comments

May 27: Government of Canada Announces $17 million...

May 26, 2010 (Toronto, ON) The Canadian International Development Agency (CIDA) recently announced a pledge of $17 million in support of Right To Play. The funding, covering a three- year period, will support an initiative … READ MORE → 0 comments

May 25: CXC Team Vertical Limit Team and...

CXC’s Caitlin Compton at the Vancouver...

May 25, 2010 – In order to be an elite athlete, it’s necessary to race against elite athletes.  One of the greatest challenges of being an elite athlete is finding ways to travel … READ MORE → 1 comment

May 25: Join the Journey Fundraiser to benefit...

May 25, 2010 – The U.S. Women’s Ski Jumping Team and its supporting foundation, Women’s Ski Jumping USA, are hosting a second-annual fundraiser July 14 at the exquisite SKI Magazine Dream Home in … READ MORE → 0 comments