Happy September to everyone! In the photo below, some SNSC Sunday hikers find the ski conditions “marginal” — However, it is time to think about winter 2013! We have lots of news for you in this issue. Don’t miss the list of important dates.
Mount Washington nordic season’s passes
Mount Washington nordic season’s passes are on sale, and you only have until September 30 to cash in on earlybird savings! You can learn more and buy passes on the Mount Washington website.
If you plan to ski outside of your Saturday or Sunday program day, you want to consider purchasing a season’s pass. Alternately, you can buy single trail passes, or if you are skiing mainly on your program day, special program passes are available for your program day. Remember, you need a Mount Washington Seasons’ pass or a trail pass to be on the trails in the winter!
Program registration
Registration opens on October 1 for winter 2013 programs! Starting at that time, you can find a link to online registration on the club website. The deadline for earlybird prices for programs is November 30.
Read about SNSC programs and program prices on the Programs pages. Note: HST will be added when you register. You can also find membership fees at the top of the Programs page.
When it comes to gear, here are a few leads:
* Ski Tak Hut is open if you are looking for new gear.
* You can see information below about the AGM and Ski Swap, where you can find used gear.
* Mount Washington has given us their rental prices for Program participants. Find these on thePreparing for the Season page.
Contact us if you are interested in racing programs. Dryland training is underway for racers.
Devo racers (ages 9-13) – berend henckel bhenckel@telus.net ; Junior racers (ages 13-19) and Senior & Masters racers (ages 20 and up) Coach Dave battison.dj@gmail.com
Volunteer
Help the club deliver great programming and lots of nordic-style fun–whether you have a few hours a month or every weekend morning in the winter, there are many jobs to choose from to fit your skills and interests! Contact us info@StrathconaNordics.com
Calling all number crunchers! If you enjoy working with spreadsheets and and enjoy financial orderliness, transparency, and planning–the SNSC needs a new treasurer! The new treasurer will have the support of a professional bookkeeper, the out-going treasurer, and fellow executive directors. Contact Len for more details! Len Apedaile apedaile@uniserve.com
AGM & Swap
Mark Saturday, October 27 on your calendar! It’s the date of the Annual Strathcona Nordic Ski ClubAGM & Nordic Gear Swap. This is a great opportunity to catch up on nordic news and exchange some great cross-country ski gear. Look for more details about the event coming soon!
Clothing
If you are looking for some fun, functional, and inexpensive cross-country ski clothing for yourself or your children, we will be selling last year’s Strathcona Nordics jerseys, tights, and jackets. You can buy these at the AGM & Swap on Saturday, October 27. All proceeds go to the racing suit program.
Last Sunday’s run/hike began at the Raven Lodge.
Run/hikes
Join us on Sundays this fall as we continue the Everyone Welcome run/hike series! We usually meet at 10am on Sundays and explore the trails for 2-3 hours for fitness and fun. Join the running group or the hiking group. Everyone welcome! Check this homepage and the calendar on the sidebar for the location and other updates.
This Sunday, September 16 we will run and hike at Elk Falls in Campbell River. Meet at 9:55 at the logging road bridge at Elk Falls park, just past Haig Brown House.
Important Dates
Here’s a calendar summary of important dates:
* September 30 – Last Day for earlybird prices for Mount Washington Season’s Passes
* October 1 – Program registration opens for SNSC winter programs
* October 13 – Zone 4 Clinic (introduction)
* October 14 – Zone 4 Clinic (advanced)
* October 27 – Annual SNSC AGM & Nordic Gear Swap
* November 2-4 – L2T Coaching Clinic (dryland)
* November 16-17 – ICC Coaching Clinic
* November 30 – Earlybird price deadline for SNSC winter programs
* December 7-9 – CC Coaching Clinic
* January 4-6 – L2T Coaching Clinic (on snow)
* January 11-12 – Recreational programs begin!
Contact us for more details! info@StrathconaNordics.com
