CALENDAR

June 2013 – February 2014

Jun
22
Sat
WESTERN REG: Park City, Utah
Jun 22 – Jun 29 all-day
  • June 22-June 29, 2013
  • Cost: $875  This includes everything (REG camp fee, transportation, coaching, food, etc) for each athlete except personal spending money.
  • By Invite Only
  • Signup Deadline: June 3, 2013

Open to Far West athletes by invite only. This is the premiere summer training camp for the best Juniors in the Western Region. Super motivating for the year ahead this is a must do camp if you are serious about your summer training and winter goals. A USSA license is required.


Checks are preferred for all payments.

Remember  (if you haven’t attended a Far West Camp or Trip in 2013 yet) to send in your Medical Release, Waiver & Release Form, and Code of Conduct Form well in advance!

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Jun
25
Tue
LAKE TAHOE/BLISS CAMP: D.L. Bliss State Park, CA
Jun 25 – Jun 27 all-day
  • June 25-27, 2013
  • Cost: $165
  • Open to all Far West Nordic Juniors ages 12-19 (11 year olds subject to coach’s discretion)
  • Signup Deadline: June 18th, 2013

Open to all Far West juniors age 12-19. This is a great camp for those of you who have never been to a Far West Camp, but also for experienced racers who want a little extra push and motivation. Super fun and challenging right here in our own beautiful backyard, the west shore of Lake Tahoe. Camp consists of hiking, kayaking, general water mayhem, rollerskiing, technique, and Fun. Coaches will be Mark Nadell, Gustavo Johnson, and others.

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Checks are preferred for all payments.

Remember  (if you haven’t attended a Far West Camp or Trip in 2013 yet) to send in your Medical Release, Waiver & Release Form, and Code of Conduct Form well in advance!

Jul
4
Thu
Firecracker Mile @ Donner Pass Road
Jul 4 all-day

Event starts 10am by US Bank Mon July 4th. 1 mile gravity fed fun event for all ages & abilities. Run through the crowds waiting for the parade. Fundraiser for Auburn Ski Club Nordic Programs.

Jul
6
Sat
ASC Rep Sale @ Auburn Ski Club
9:00 am – 1:00 pm

This is a unique sale that brings the area’s sports reps together to sell their samples & demo equipment at great prices.

Nordic skiing, alpine skiing, snowboarding, camping, backpacking, cycling gear, plus great shoes & clothing from your favorite outdoor companies.

The sale is in the Club’s Training Center’s parking lot (far west end of Boreal’s parking lot) from 9am-1pm.
Free admission to all. Checks & cash preferred for purchases. 

15% of all sales go to support our Junior Nordic Ski Programs.

Jul
18
Thu
JUNE LAKE CAMP: June Lake, CA
Jul 18 – Jul 21 all-day
  • July 18-21, 2013
  • Cost: $240
  • Open to all Far West Nordic Juniors ages 13-19
  • Signup Deadline: July 12, 2013

junelake2012The June Lake Camp is a Far West classic, the longest-running Nordic training camp in the division. It is both super fun and extremely motivating for just about any Junior athlete, whether you’re an experienced racer or an up-and-coming young competitor. Based out of  (where else?) beautiful June Lake in the Eastern Sierra, activities will include some challenging & scenic runs, great roller skiing on spectacular roads, and also an incredible hike to the top of a 13,000+ ft. peak, where you will truly feel “on top of the world.” Combined with traditional fun games, swimming, and great camaraderie, the June Lake Camp is the one must-do training session of the summer. 

Open to all Far West juniors age 13-19. A super fun and motivating camp for the ‘old hands” to the ‘newbies’. Camp consists of amazing hiking, rollerskiing, sightseeing, and technique-ing. Coaches will be Nancy Fiddler, Mark Nadell, Marie French, and others. Catering by Mac Gastronomaganza.

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Checks are preferred for all payments. 

Remember  (if you haven’t attended a Far West Camp or Trip in 2013 yet) to send in your Medical Release, Waiver & Release Form, and Code of Conduct Form well in advance!

Photos by MacBeth Graphics

Aug
3
Sat
Squaw Valley Mountain Run @ Squaw Valley USA
Aug 3 all-day

For the past 32 years, on the first Saturday of August, hundreds runners and hikers have made the annual pilgrimage to the top of Squaw Valley to enjoy a great workout with stunning views of Lake Tahoe and the High Sierra.

Starting at the base of Squaw Valley USA (6200’) the course climbs the 3.6 mile mountain run to High Camp (8200’) where awards, raffle, music, light refreshments & beer are provided.

Participants can choose to RUN or take a more leisurely pace and HIKE, or Nordic walk (hike with poles). For the less energetic – let the cable car do the 2000 foot elevation gain & join our knowledgeable guides for the beautiful FLOWER WALK on easy rolling terrain

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Aug
14
Wed
FW/PNSA Camp: Redwoods, CA
Aug 14 – Aug 18 all-day
  • August 14-18, 2013
  • Cost: TBD
  • Open to Junior National Qualified athletes
  • Signup Deadline: 

Open to all Far West Juniors who have qualified for Junior Nationals. We have a friendly rivalry and shared training and technique experiences with Pacific Northwest Junior skiers. A super fun and challenging camp geared towards getting you ready for the hard training in the fall that is necessary to make you the best skier you can be. Camp consists of running, hiking, general water mayhem, rollerskiing, World Cup Soccer match, technique, and Fun; not necessarily in that order.

Checks are preferred for all payments.

Remember  (if you haven’t attended a Far West Camp or Trip in 2013 yet) to send in your Medical Release, Waiver & Release Form, and Code of Conduct Form well in advance!

Feb
2
Sun
Allan Bard Memorial Classic @ Tamarack Lodge
Feb 2 all-day

Date: Sunday February 2, 2014
Time: 10 AM
Start: Tamarack Lodge XC (start at Packstation)
Distance: 20 km (short course 10 km, juniors 5 km or 10 km)
Cost: Pre Reg: $25 (Jrs: $5) before 1/28; Late Reg $30 (Jrs $5)
Info: www.tamaracklodge.com