1.25.12 RACE SUMMARY: The MYSL/Hoigaard’s Team Sprint Series continued last night at Theo Wirth Park amidst the SuperTour Prologues and a fun night was had by all with a real sprint format (6 by .65 km)! The track at Wirth was in great shape, warm humid temps finally prevailed and fast conditions made it a lightening race. We were graced by some Super Tour athletes including Tad Elliot who teamed up with 8 year old Garrett Teoh and they finished 4^th overall! Garrett was actually turning faster laps than Tad.

Race #3 of the Metro Youth Nordic Super Series at Wirth Park in Mpls. You will be in fast company as this is a SuperTour event (national elite racers) as well as a Midwest Junior National qualifier. REGISTER ONLINE BY MIDNIGHT JAN 17th.

http://www.mayorsxcchallenge.com/race-information/

This is an FIS (international governing body) sanctioned event, and as such, will have controled areas at the start and finsh. Please read the dialog on what to expect and how to prepare your youth racer at the above link.

Youth racing starts at 11:45am. CLASSIC only.

Bib pickup by 10:30am in main chalet, NEW stadium area by the Par three lot (you will have to walk or ski there).

Endcap weekend of high quality racing (SuperTour/Junior National quailfier/collegiate). Races moved to Green Acres. Youth racing starts at 1:35pm. CLASSIC technique. Register by Tue Jan 24th.

http://www.tourdetwincities.com/

Jan. 3, 2012. Minneapolis, MN. The 2012 Peace Coffee Pre-Loppet is set for Saturday, January 7. With Old Man Winter having taken December off, the event will take place on the Hap Lutter snowmaking loop at Theodore Wirth Park. At this point it appears that by this weekend the loop will be either 2 or 2.5 kilometer in length – meaning exciting criterium-style skiing!

The updated schedule for the weekend is as follows:

Thursday, January 5 – midnight:

Kids Events on Saturday at Green Acres in Lake Elmo. This is the kick off event of the Metro Nordic Youth Super Series (MNYSS). Racers must use CLASSIC technique. Same day registration only for kids events. Please register between 10 am and 10:45 am. $10 per child, age 5 and under free.

http://tcchamps.com/

It's our third year sponsoring the MNYSS. This series emphasizes fun while introducing kids to racing. Do one, do them all, bring your friends. Entry fees and distances vary. Some races require pre-registration and some only have same-day registration.

J5, J4 and J3 racers earn series points with year-end awards for the top three in each division. Kids who complete three races will get a certificate. Certificates will be available at Midwest Junior Championships.

IMPORTANT: Age groups are based on the skier's age on December 31, 2011.

J3 (12+13)
J4 (10+11)
J5 (8+9)
6+7
5 and under

Minnesota recently passed a "Concussion Law" which requires all public and private athletic associations to implement concussion training and education to improve athlete safety and establish safe return-to-play policies for athletes who sustain a concussion.

Kamp is on! Wirth Park man-made snow loop is a go. We still have a few more spots.

The Keep up with the Kids Camp at Wirth Park in Minneapolis, is a four-day camp from 9am-noon each day, Dec 27-30. It's for adults wanting an intensive ski experience during the morning but time in the afternoon for work or errands.

We had over 50 coaches show up for our training this year. We had a great time and learned a lot. Thank you to all who helped and participated. Our strength is being able to learn from eachother!

Wirth Park, Minneapolis. 1:30 - 5:00pm. For new and experienced leaders and coaches. Will include personal technique coaching, curriculum and game examples and some classroom discussion. 

The Swap was a great success. We are finalizing results now and expect to send checks during the week of Nov 28th. Thank you for your support.

This event is very popular and busy. People line up early. Most demand is for high school racing equipment. Those shopping for youth sized equipment (160 cm waxless skis and smaller) will be advanced in the line. Find a line monitor.