Banff Centre Mountain Film Festival is one of the largest and most prestigious mountain festivals in the world! Hot on the heels of the Festival that is held every fall in beautiful Banff, Alberta, the Banff Centre Mountain Film Festival World Tour hits the road.

With stops planned in over 600 communities and more than 40 countries across the globe, the Banff World Tour celebrates amazing achievements in outdoor storytelling and filmmaking worldwide.

From the over 400 entries submitted to the Festival competition each year, award-winners and audience favorites are among the films that are carefully selected to play in theatres around the world.

Traveling to remote vistas, analyzing topical environmental issues, and bringing audiences up-close and personal with adrenaline-packed action sports the 2025/2026 World Tour is an exhilarating and provocative exploration of the mountain world.

Join Chippewa Valley Nordic Ski Team when Banff Centre Mountain Film Festival World Tour brings the spirit of outdoor adventure to Eau Claire, Wisconsin, at the Pablo Center on Sunday, April 12th! Doors open at 2:00p.m., with the show beginning at 3:00. As always, there will be a raffle drawing for ticketholders, and plenty of chances to connect with outdoor sports friends across the region!

What? Talkin' Summer training already??

Mark your calendars for the third summer of roller skiing practices with Chippewa Valley Nordic! Beginning on June 10th, these sessions are available for all team skiers at no additional cost, and are held Wednesday evenings from 5:30-7:00(ish)p.m. We'll also be looking into holding some longer distance skis on the weekends as schedules allow.

We have a number of very nice pairs of team roller skis (currently skate only, but we are looking into purchasing some classic skis) that are available for use on a first-come-first-serve basis. Please take the time to register via the button below if you plan to attend any of these sessions, and you can note on the form whether you need a pair. Families and friends are welcome to attend as well! Any parents interested in helping out at these sessions can email waltostrander@gmail.com for more info.

Lace up your trail shoes and get ready for the Red Yeti Rampage, a fall trail run hosted by the Chippewa Valley Nordic Ski Team at Tower Ridge! Choose from the 5K, 10K, or new for 2026: the 15K Yeti Challenge route — all begin and end at the Chalet. Hikers/Walkers/Trekkers are encouraged as well!

Every entrant enjoys a hearty post-race lunch! Afterwards, stick around for awards, door prizes, refreshments, and great community vibes. Whether you're pushing for a PR or just soaking in the scenery, it’s a race for all levels!