Winter Magazine 2018

Methow Trails | 25 LAR I AT C O F F E E R O A S T E R S Methow Valley December Ski Camp - methowskicamp.org December 20-23 The 2018 Methow Ski Camp has something for almost every skier- whether you are a beginner to Nordic skiing, or have been skiing for decades and want to improve your technique, we’ve got a coach to match your ability and interest. This adult ski camp will be held at Sun Mountain Lodge and includes three days of instruction, demos, wax clinics and more! Location: Sun Mountain Lodge (lodging not included in camp price) Cost: $425, trail passes included Ski Rodeo methowvalleynordic.com December 29 Brought to you by Methow Valley Nordic Ski Educational Foundation Join us in kicking off the ski season with the family friendly Ski Rodeo. A great way to spend time with friends and family, try a ski race, or cheer someone on! Participants can ski competitively or just for fun. 1, 5 & 10km skate-ski races for all ages, and a custom-designed ski obstacle course Location: McCabe Trail at Liberty Bell High School Cost: Varies with event December Kids’ Holiday Ski Camp methowvalleynordic.com December 27-28 Methow Valley Nordic Team Holiday Camp for skiers ages 6-13, a two-day clinic of fun, games and skills. For more information contact Leslie Hall at 509- 996-6000. Location: Mazama Community Center Cost: $60, Methow Valley Nordic Team members (must be on the Junior Team). $150 non-members Try Biathlon methowvalleynordic.com December 30 This is your opportunity to try the Olympic sport of biathlon. Biathlon combines Nordic skiing with rifle marksmanship. The Methow Valley Biathlon Team will share the details on the equipment, history, training and safety of the sport before inviting participants to take turns shooting at targets and skiing a short biathlon course. Open to ages 9 and older. No advanced registration required, first come first shoot. This is a fundraiser for the Methow Valley Biathlon Team. Location: Mazama Biathlon Range Start Times: 10:00am-2:00pm Cost: $25 donation to cover cost of ammunition and assist MVB’s mission. Methow Valley Nordic Members’ Clinic - methowvalleynordic.com January 5-6 — A two day clinic for Nordic Club members in both classic and skating techniques Location: Mazama Community Club Cost: $170 w/ membership, includes lunch Winter Trails Day mountaineers.org/methow-win- ter-2019 January 4-6 Come enjoy the wonderful winter trails in the Methow Valley with the Seattle Mountaineer and Methow partners. The weekend includes Nordic and snowshoe tours, fat bike demo, ski lessons, rental deals, and horse-drawn sleigh rides. This weekend is part of Winter Trails Month 2019 with the Mountaineers and other partner activities taking place in January in different WA locations. Location: Methow Trails Cost: Varies based on activity choices Methow Valley Nordic Members’ Clinic - methowvalleynordic.com January 7-8 This weekend ski camp for Methow Valley Nordic members is a great way to get lots of coaching in a short period of time! Format includes 1 day of skate and 1 day of classic coaching, plus lunch & snacks. 9:00am to 3:00pm Location: Mazama Community Club Cost: $170 w/ membership, includes lunch Loup Loup Randonee Race cascadeendurance.com January 26 Ski loops at the Loup! Beginner and experienced skiers welcome. Race entry includes lift pass. Location: Loup Loup Ski Bowl Cost: $50, early registration. $65, day of registration Hanz’s Big Adventure methowvalleynordic.com February 10 Come and have a blast on skis-a “guess your time” event with obstacle course included. Open to all ages. Contact Leslie at jrteam@mvnsef.org or 509-996-6000. Location: McCabe Trail at Liberty Bell High School 1:00 pm Cost: FREE Methow Valley Ski for Women roomone.org February 3 Join us for the 6th Annual Ski for Women – a fun nordic ski event for women and girls and a fundraiser for Room One. Costumes, prizes, laughter, giving. 100% of all donations go to Room One to benefit families in the Methow Valley. Complementary lunch at the Freestone Inn after the event. Location: Mazama Community Center, 10:00 am. Race starts at 10:30 am Cost: By donation Race of the Methow methowvalleynordic.com February 2-3 Races for everyone! Skate sprint and classic distance races offered at this two- day event. USSA sanctioned and serves as a regional Junior National qualifier! For more information contact jrteam@ mvnsef.org or 509-996-6000 Location: McCabe Trail at Liberty Bell High School. Cost: Ranges from $10-$50