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December 20, 2011 Update

We had a great first day of skiing on Sunday at Elm Creek.  The valley trail with 2K was open and trail conditions were very good given the sunny and warm weather.

There are a lot of skiiers this year and each level is full. Unfortunately beacuse of this, we cannot accept any more new skiers this year in the Elm Creek club (please check other MYSL locations!).  However, if you are interested in skiing, please contact me so that I can provide information and answer any questions you might have.  Richard@Kronstads.com

Off to a great sesion, now we just need more snow so that all the trails open!

Richard Kronstad, Elm Creek MYSL Director

Welcome to the 2011-2012 season for MYSL at Elm Creek Park in Maple Grove!

Season Overview

The Elm Creek Chapter of the MYSL welcomes children ages 4 to 14 and their parents to join us for fun on Nordic skis! We teach kids to ski, using curriculum developed by the MYSL, a non-profit volunteer organization. The program teaches recognized skills in a fun and meaningful way to youth.  Youth skiers are placed into six ski groups, based upon age and skill level. Parents of skiers may volunteer for coaching positions. No experience is required. We will get you started coaching and be there to assist you when necessary.

Calendar: 

     Dec 18   (not meeting on Dec 26 due to the holiday)

     Jan 1,8,15,22,29                              

     Feb 12, 19                                    NOTE:  *** February 5th is cancelled due to City of Lakes Loppet ***

     *Following our last day of lessons (Feb 19), there will be a pizza party to celebrate and hand out awards. There will be pizza and awards at the Elm Creek chalet beginning at 4pm (after a regular 2-4pm skiing session with snacks). 

Sunday afternoons. 2:00-4:00pm

We will meet on the balcony on the back side of the Challet at Elm Creek Park (a Three Rivers Park). It is located one mile west of Osseo on Highway 81. Snow making equipment at Elm Creek will make for a great ski season! Both classic and skate ski rental are available at the trail head building. Call 763-424-5511 for rental information or directions to the park.

New skiers are welcome!  If you have a 4- to 6-year-old child, one parent will be required to assist that child during sessions. Make sure your skiers are dressed appropriately for the weather conditions! Dress in layers. A dry, warm skier is a happy skier. You must provide your own equipment. Midway through the session we usually stop to have a snack and drink. Adult skiers must purchase a Three Rivers Park ski pass.

Registration 

Registration for 2011-2012 season is open!

All skiers will need to be registered with MYSL.  You can click on "Registration" at the top of the page to complete registration online.

Please note that registration fees may increase early December (see mysl registration for more information).

Volunteer opportunities: We are a volunteer organization. If you are interested in a position, please conatact Richard Kronstad.

• Couches


• Fill-in coaches (when coaches are absent)

Each week will will have a snack.  To keep costs low, we are asking for volunteers each week to bring a juice, hot chocolate and snack.  There will be a signup sheet at our first meeting.

Typical meeting: We're here to ski and have fun! We ski, play games on skis and in the snow. This is a very friendly family-oriented program. We divide into six groups based on age, comfort level, and skill level. Younger children ski close to the trail head and take advantage of small snow-covered inclines to get used to being on skis. Older kids venture off about the park. Coaches have curriculum, loaded with ideas and strategies for teaching young skiers. Half way through the session we meet back at the trail head for a snack, warm-up, and restroom break. Then back to the trail 'til 4:00!

Questions? Comments? Contact Richard Kronstad at 763-754-9866 or Richard@Kronstads@.com.

Cold Weather Policy

Elm Creek has snow making facilities so we will meet regardless of snow conditions.  Skiing will be canceled under either of the following conditions:

*  Air temperature below 0 degrees F

*  Wind chill below -5 degrees F

A cancellation announcement will be communicated via email and posted here by 10am Sunday morning of the days that are cancelled.

Spread the word!

Welcome to the Elm Creek Youth Ski Club!