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Tuesdays: Jackson XC Speed Camp

Don’t be intimidated by the name!  This is a FREE coaching program with an emphasis on games and fun for grades K-6 who already have some ski experience. Programs run on all non-holiday Tuesdays, 3:15 to 4:15. Parents drop off and pick up at Madeline's Café across from Ski Touring Center.  All 1st-6th grade students must have a designated adult in attendance for the first session.   Kindergarteners must have a parent/guardian in attendance at all times; Waiver and registration required.  Program takes place 100% outdoors.  Please contact 603-383-9355 or info@jacksonxc.org for registration details.   

Saturdays: Jackson XC Youth Programs

Is your skier ready for the next challenge?  Join us on Saturdays for either morning (9am-11am) or afternoon sessions (2:30pm-4pm).  Programs run 12 sessions starting December 23rd (possible jump start December 16th snow permitting) for ages 5 and up.  Cost is $175 for the season with skiers split by age/ability.    This is a Drop off Program, however, Parents must be present for the entirety of the first practice.  Skiers should be self-sufficient in terms of self-care and clothing management.    Please contact 603-383-9355 or info@jacksonxc.org for registration details.

Get Ready to Nordic Ski, in the Summer?!

They say “ski racers are made in the summer”, the same is true for ski clubs – let’s get together now to plan for next season, and learn from others about fun group outdoor fitness opportunities that are happening in our area, and beyond! Members of Jackson XC’s Youth Committee would like to invite anyone who is interested to attend a Summer Cross-Country Ski Training and Club Brainstorming Session via Zoom on Tuesday, May 7th from 7-8pm. Mackenzie Rizio, the New England Nordic Ski Association’s Youth and Introductory Program Director will share ideas for summer activities and ideas for the formation of a Bill Koch Program in the Mt. Washington Valley. If you would like an invitation to the Zoom Meeting or have additional questions, please contact Jackson XC Youth Committee Chair Emily Benson at missembenson@gmail.com . Reach out to your nordic ski friends and check out these great opportunities that are already on the calendar for the warmer months ahead to have fun and build relationships for next winter:

White Mountain Milers: Free Fun Run Series (5K, with shorter options, walk, jog or run.)

Whitaker Woods, North Conway.  Tuesdays at 5:30 pm, June 4 – Aug. 20, no run Aug. 13

Summer Trail Race Series | White Mt Milers (whitemountainmilers.org)

 White Mountain Ski Company: Friday Night Vertical at Cranmore

Running/hiking up a set route on Cranmore; $5.  Start as early as  6:00PM. The group start is at 7:00 PM

Friday Night Vertical Series – White Mountain Ski Co (2024 dates not yet set.)

 Great Glen Spring Trail Running/Walking Series: Series begins May 9th and runs through June 13th: https://greatglentrails.com/spring-trail-series/

New England Nordic Ski Association: For more info about Nordic youth programs in New England,go to: https://nensa.net/youth/ . There are a variety of summer camps and other events, with more to be added as summer approaches: https://nensa.net/events/list/?tribe_paged=1&tribe_event_display=list&tribe-bar-date=2021-11-22&tribe_eventcategory=8

Skiers: Create a weekly meet-up with your friends to run/walk/hike/play ultimate frisbee according to your own family schedules, just get together outside anywhere, stay active and have fun!