Category: Uncategorized

Great races in Jackson today for the Nordic Classic races. The Varsity Boys and Girls both skied a terrific 10K course and the JV and Junior High/Middle School teams skied a 4K race. Perfect conditions in nearly every way and a fantastic volunteer crew from Jackson. Great job everyone! Results are available below – team standings available below only reflect the classic races from Friday races.

Tomorrow’s races are “Walt Berling Sprints” and the famed competitor  of the same name will be organizing and managing the festivities. The racers are looking forward to another awesome day at Trail Creek Nordic Center outside Wilson, WY again tomorrow.

• Jackson Nordic Classic Results (PDF)
• Jackson Nordic Classic Results (Excel 2003)
• Jackson Nordic Team Standings after Friday Classic (PDF)
• Jackson Nordic Team Standings after Friday Classic (Excel 2003)

Tristan and Clay report that the John Gookin (Clay’s daddyo) and Pat McGavran (Nick Merritt’s momma) were very busy at Soldier Hollow this past weekend…and they didn’t just cook a lot!  Touch the nose of either Tristan or Clay below and they will take you to a page with nearly 500 images of some the fastest skiers in Fremont County! Great job photographers!

Soldier Hollow 2013

Hi everyone –

First of all, a big “thank you” to all the parents who came to feed us and cheer us on in Soldier Hollow, as well as those who sent along yummy snacks for the bus ride! We are very fortunate to have such supportive parents.

Also, I’ve attached the results from the races so you can peruse them at your leisure.

As you know, we’re racing again this weekend in Jackson. Friday will be a 10k mass start classic race, and Saturday we’ll be doing freestyle sprints. We’ll be leaving early Friday morning to make the 10:30 race start. The bus will pull out at 5:30am sharp. The races will start at 10:30 on Friday, and 9am Saturday.

I am also attaching the info packet for the races in Jackson, which has more detailed information about race times, distances, etc. Please take careful note of the Driving and Parking section – there are instructions on where to park to catch a shuttle bus up to the races (a little different than in years past). Parents are asked not to park at the venue as parking space is extremely limited.

Please stay tuned for details about a possible team dinner Thursday after waxing, as well!

Thanks,

Maggie

results_for_soldier_hollow_super_joq_5k-10k-15k_classic_130202.pdf

Jackson Race Info.docx

Also, I forgot to mention we’ll be staying at the Homestead Resort in Midway, UT. The phone number is 435-709-9529. It’s about a 10 minute drive from Soldier Hollow.

Hi skiers/parents –

As you know, we’ll be traveling to Soldier Hollow, UT this weekend to race. The bus will depart at 11am on Thursday, Jan 31 from the field house parking lot. We’ll arrive around 4pm, in time for the coaches’ meeting and to wax our skis at the motel that evening.

Freestyle sprint races will start Friday at 9am, with older kids racing first and the younger age groups following. The Saturday classic distance races will begin at 9am also, with younger skiers racing first followed by older age groups.

Our meals are of course being provided and prepared by Pat McGavran and her crew of parent volunteers – a huge Thank You to all of them for once again volunteering to feed us (and of course cheer us on at the races)! (Pat’s email, in case you have questions, or would like to volunteer your time or a financial contribution, is pmcgavran@q.com)

We’ll leave Saturday by 2pm, stopping somewhere along the way to grab some food, and plan to be home around 8pm(ish).

Keep up the snow dances…it’s working!

-Maggie

The LVHS High Plains Team will be conducting ski clinics for the community this Saturday, January 26 at Beaver Creek. Take a lesson, or if you are new to the trails at Beaver Creek and have always wanted to see what they are like—come for a guided tour!

You are invited to come and improve your skate stride, classic glide or try out skis for the first time. This clinic is suitable for all ages and abilities in either classic or skate techniques.

January 26 — 10:00 a.m. – Noon @ Beaver Creek, a half hour drive from Lander. Plan to arrive at the parking lot around 9:30 to allow time to walk to the trails and sign in. Be prepared for windy, winter conditions. Dress in warm, synthetic layers (no cotton). Use sunscreen if it’s sunny!
(Registration at the kiosk begins at 9:45. From the parking lot, walk under bridge, along fence, and up short hill. The kiosk is just down the lefthand trail.)

Cost: Donations will be accepted to help skiers attend the USSA Cross Country Junior National Championships in Fairbanks, AK this March.

Inquiries? email: aaustin@wyoming.com

Ski rentals available at Gannett Peak Sports. Plan to rent before Saturday.

These skiers train all year long in hopes for qualifying for the High Plains District team and a chance to compete on a national level. Show them your support and learn some new skills.

DIRECTIONS TO BEAVER CREEK:

Beaver creek trails are about 22 miles from Lander, up the South Pass Hwy 28 toward Atlantic City.  The parking area is on the right (West) side of the highway.  The trails are at an elevation of 8000′.  For your convenience, here are the Google map driving directions to Beaver Creek if you are driving from Lander.

Hi all –

Here’s the low-down for this weekend in Casper:

Friday’s Night Relay (3k freestyle race) will begin at 5:30pm. We will leave Lander at 12:45; skiers will be excused from class at noon to load their skis on the bus and grab some lunch if needed.

Saturday’s races (5k freestyle) begin at 9:00am, with varsity boys racing first, followed by varsity girls, then JV/jr high boys and girls together. JV/jr high will race 3k.

We’ll be staying at the Super 8 in Evansville (just north of the Eastridge Mall). The phone # is 307-237-8100. Please bring money for dinner on Friday. The district will pay for lunch on Saturday.

I expect we’ll arrive back in Lander between 4 and 5pm on Saturday.

Let me know if you have any other questions!

Maggie

Lander is hosting the Wyoming State High School Nordic Ski championship races on February 22nd and 23rd. Volunteers are needed to help with collecting bibs at the finish line, working the hospitality table, and setting up the fencing for the stadium area.

Lander is known for hosting and providing a great experience for all skiers.

If you have one day or even two days to volunteer all help is welcome. Your support would be greatly appreciated.

Please contact Gayla Hammer at ghammer@wyoming.com for more information.

Sorry everyone! In light of the forecast for this weekend, the clinics have been cancelled….

CANCELLED—Learn to Cross Country Ski Jan. 12

The ski clinic that was scheduled for THIS SATURDAY, JAN. 12 has been CANCELLED.

Due to the forecast of snow and very cold temperatures, this Saturday’s clinic has been cancelled. We look forward to holding the next clinic on Saturday January 26.

Stay home and stay warm!

Thank you!
Anne

Hi all –

The training calendar has been updated to reflect a change to our race schedule. The Jackson and Casper meets have been flip-flopped due to a conflict with the sled dog races in Casper, so we will be traveling to Casper next weekend the 18/19, and to Jackson on Feb 8/9.