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 → 0 comments

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 → 0 comments

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 → 0 comments

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 → 0 comments

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 → 0 comments

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 → 0 comments

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 → 0 comments

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 → 0 comments

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 → 0 comments

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 → 0 comments

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 → 0 comments

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 → 0 comments

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 → 0 comments

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 → 0 comments

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 → 0 comments

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 → 0 comments

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 → 0 comments

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 → 0 comments

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 → 0 comments

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 → 0 comments

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 → 0 comments

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 → 0 comments

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 → 0 comments

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 → 0 comments

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 → 0 comments

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 → 0 comments

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 → 0 comments

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 → 0 comments

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 → 0 comments

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 → 0 comments

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 → 0 comments

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 → 0 comments

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 → 0 comments

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 → 0 comments

October 9, 2008 – The vibrant, exciting snow sports industry recently lost a dedicated and talented journalist – Paul Robbins. SIA, in partnership with NASJA (North American Snow Journalists Association), wants to recognize achievement … READ MORE → 0 comments

October 9, 2008 (Anchorage, AK) – The APU Ski team members were all smiles yesterday as they took advantage of a record early snow fall. The mountains surrounding the … READ MORE → 0 comments

October 9, 2008 (Sun Valley, Idaho) – The 34th Annual Wells Fargo Boulder Mountain Tour will be held February 7,2009 at 10:00 a.m. in Sun Valley, Idaho. The 32km course is set from Galena … READ MORE → 0 comments

October 8, 2008 (Salt Lake City, Utah) – Ski Utah Ski Utah is pleased to announce the launch of a new online job board, SkiUtahJobs.com. Utah’s ski and snowboard industry hires approximately 18,000 employees … READ MORE → 0 comments

October 8, 2008 – Salomon’s Heel Toe camber makes classic skiing enjoyable. In 2007, Salomon introduced a classic ski design that received worldwide acclaim due to its ingenious Heel Toe camber. The … READ MORE → 0 comments

October 8, 2008 (Canmore, AB) – Today in Canmore, locals woke to a light dusting of snow. Just under five centimeters fell over the course of the night and early morning. … READ MORE → 0 comments

October 8, 2008 (Hayward, WI) – CXC Elite Team athletes Johanna Winters and Caitlin Compton will be hosting a dryland traveling ski clinic on both the West and East side of the Twin … READ MORE → 0 comments

October 7, 2008 (Lake Placid, NY) – The US Ski Team athlete’s training this week has been impressive. NENSA’s Janice Sibilia had a chance to sit down with USST member Andy Newell and speak … READ MORE → 0 comments

October 7, 2008 – The Lappe Sawdust Run was a great success this year, with a record number of participants taking on the challenging course. The $500 cash prize that was offered … READ MORE → 0 comments

October 7, 2008 (Wilmington, NY) – A very unique event took place today at Whiteface Mountain in Wilmington, NY. A group of 80 cross-country skiers … READ MORE → 0 comments

October 6, 2008 (Revelstoke, BC) – The Alberta World Cup Academy held their fall training camp in Revelstoke, BC from September 29 to … READ MORE → 0 comments

October 6, 2008 (Caribou, ME) – After more than a year of providing consistent and timely information to outdoor-minded folks in Aroostook County and beyond, the Maine Winter Sports Center Email Update is getting a … READ MORE → 0 comments

October 6, 2008 (Fairbanks, AK) – Snow is on the ground in Fairbanks, Alaska and while some dread the arrival of the first early snowfall, skiers everywhere smile at the thought – … READ MORE → 0 comments

October 6, 2008 (Boulder, CO) – Boulder Nordic Sport is proud to announce new group training and personal coaching programs. The training group is run in the Boulder area on Tuesday and Wednesday mornings from … READ MORE → 0 comments

October 5, 2008 (Lake Placid, NY) – The Adirondacks received its first snowfall yesterday on the summit of Whiteface. It was business as usual though at … READ MORE → 0 comments

October 5, 2008 (Wenatchee, WA) – Sonic Youth’s on the radio. The song “Stones” plays. The melody, the pace, the ache and especially the line “we come together to gather stars” fills the void … READ MORE → 0 comments