CALENDAR

May 2012 – January 2013

May
14
Mon
FAR WEST BOARD MEETING and ANNUAL ELECTION OF DIRECTORS AND OFFICERS @ Truckee River Winery
5:30 pm – 7:30 pm

The Far West Nordic Annual Meeting and the Annual Election of Directors and Officers will be held Monday, May 14, 2011 at the Truckee River Winery (11467 Brockway Road, Truckee CA). Appetizers and wine and an informal get together from 5:30 pm followed by the board meeting and annual election of directors and officers at 6:30 pm. Come meet the Far West Nordic directors, officers, and committee members. Learn how you can get involved and help shape the future of Far West Nordic.

Jun
24
Sun
WESTERN REG: Park City, Utah
Jun 24 – Jul 1 all-day
  • June 24-July 1, 2012
  • Cost: $900 Includes food, lodging, ground transportation, camp fee, etc.
  • By Invite Only
  • Signup Deadline: June 17, 2012

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.

Coach will be  Kara LaPoint.


Checks are preferred for all payments.

Remember to send in your Medical Release, Waiver & Release Form, and Code of Conduct Form well in advance!

Jun
26
Tue
LAKE TAHOE/BLISS CAMP: D.L. Bliss State Park, CA
Jun 26 – Jun 28 all-day
  • June 26-28, 2012
  • Cost: $185
  • Open to all Far West Nordic Juniors ages 12-19 (11 year olds subject to coach’s discretion)
  • Signup Deadline: June 19, 2012

Open to all Far West juniors age 12-19. This is our best camp for those of you who have never been to a Far West Camp or those of you 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 Ben Grasseschi, Mary Ellen Benier, and Stefan Benier.

Checks are preferred for all payments.

Remember to send in your Medical Release, Waiver & Release Form, and Code of Conduct Form well in advance!

Jul
19
Thu
JUNE LAKE CAMP: June Lake, CA
Jul 19 – Jul 22 all-day
  • July 19-22, 2012
  • Cost: $235
  • Open to all Far West Nordic Juniors ages 13-19
  • Signup Deadline: July 12, 2012

The 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, Austin Meng, and more.

Remember to send in your Medical Release, Waiver & Release Form, and Code of Conduct Form well in advance!

Aug
13
Mon
FAR WEST BOARD MEETING @ Tahoe XC
6:30 pm – 8:30 pm

All members are welcome and encouraged to attend.

Aug
15
Wed
FW/PNSA Camp: Trinidad, CA
Aug 15 – Aug 19 all-day
  • August 15-19, 2012
  • Cost: $360
  • Open to Junior National Qualified athletes
  • Signup Deadline: August 5, 2012

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.

Coaches will be Ben Grasseschi, Ben Husaby, plus others.

 

Checks are preferred for all payments.

Remember to send in your Medical Release, Waiver & Release Form, and Code of Conduct Form well in advance!

Sep
10
Mon
FAR WEST BOARD MEETING @ Tahoe Truckee Community Foundation
6:30 pm – 8:30 pm

All members are welcome and encouraged to attend.

Oct
8
Mon
FAR WEST BOARD MEETING @ Tahoe XC
6:30 pm – 8:30 pm

All members are welcome and encouraged to attend.

Oct
27
Sat
FAR WEST NORDIC AUCTION/RAFFLE PARTY @ Olympic Village Lodge
Oct 27 – Oct 28 all-day

 

Saturday • October 27, 2012 • 6PM

Olympic Village Lodge

Squaw Valley

A Benefit for the Far West Nordic Junior Ski Program

The 27th annual Far West Nordic Auction/Raffle Party will be held at the Olympic Village Lodge in Squaw Valley
Far West Nordic’s largest fundraiser for its Junior Nordic Programs. 


TICKETS

Katrin Larusson

$30 Admission Ticket for ages 12 and up includes one raffle ticket.
Juniors age 11 and under $7 admission includes one kids raffle ticket.
Buy additional raffle tickets for $5 each.

Tickets will be available from Far West Nordic juniors, online, and at the door.

You can designate a Junior to receive credit for your online purchase.
We cannot credit individual Juniors for tickets purchased at the door.

FOOD

Pasta Party

Traditional Caesar Salad
Spaghetti and Meatballs in Basil Marinara
Meat / Vegetable Lasagna
Gluten Free Pasta
Steamed Seasonal Vegetable Medley
Garlic Bread Sticks
Assorted Cookies

Wine by Truckee River Winery
Beer by Great Basin Brewing Company

 

PRIZES

Live Auction • Silent Auction • Raffle Prizes • Kids raffle

It is not necessary to be present to win.

Thanks to all of our generous donors we have a phenomenal array of raffle and auction prizes including…

The Grand Raffle Prize Dream Ski Package: Salomon boots and bindings, Fischer Skis, Swix Poles, all top of the line,
and a 90 minute “Pick Your Pro” lesson. Pros include Glenn Jobe, Sally Jones, or Ben Grasseschi.

Great Auction Items include Ski Area Passes – Restaurant Dining – Romantic Weekend Getaways – Ski Equipment – Vacations – “Celebrity” Ski Lessons – Fine Art – Outdoor Gear & Clothing – “One of a Kind” Prizes

Check back here for a list of prizes.

 

Nov
12
Mon
FAR WEST BOARD MEETING @ Tahoe Truckee Community Foundation
6:30 pm – 8:30 pm

All members are welcome and encouraged to attend.

Nov
17
Sat
WEST YELLOWSTONE SUPERTOUR: Montana @ West Yellowstone
Nov 17 – Nov 25 all-day
  • November 17-25, 2012
  • Cost: $1350
  • Open to: any Far West Junior J1 and older (J2s need coaches’ permission)
  • Sign-up Deadline: November 9, 2012

How does a week of full time ski immersion sound? 7 days of on-snow training, technique, drills, and fun with Far West’s best coaches and our nation’s best skiers- the US Ski Team will be there as well as other divisions and clubs. Industry representatives and new product demos. A festive atmosphere. Join us to kick off your season in grand style.
Camp open to all Far West Juniors J1 and older. *J2′s need to talk to a coach and get his/her permission before signing up. This is an intensive camp with two x’s a day training and full skiing immersion. West Yellowstone is a long way from home in many ways…

Coaches:  August Teague- lead coach, Martin Benes, Glenn Jobe, Mary Ellen Benier

 

Checks are preferred for all payments.

Remember to send in your Medical Release, Waiver & Release Form, and Code of Conduct Form well in advance!

 
Dec
1
Sat
BOZEMAN SUPER TOUR
Dec 1 – Dec 2 all-day
  • December 1-2, 2012

Farm Team  skiers Beth Taylor and Spencer Eusden, as well as juniors Katrin Larusson and Patrick McElravey, will be representing Far West at the Bozeman SuperTour. The races on December 1st and 2nd will be a Classic Sprint and a Classic 10/15km. We are excited for these skiers and this opportunity to race another SuperTour (besides West Yellowstone) out West.

Dec
2
Sun
Kirkwood 10k: CANCELED @ Kirkwood XC
Dec 2 all-day
Date: Sunday December 2, 2012 CANCELED
Time: 10am
Start: Kirkwood XC (meadow)
Distance: 10 km (short course 5 km)
Cost: Pre Reg: $15 (Jrs: free) by 12/1; Late Reg $20 (Jrs: $15)
Fun, Easy 2 lap flat course in rolling meadow
Info: www.kirkwood.com
Dec
9
Sun
Far West Nordic 2012 Season Kickoff Party @ Cottonwood Restaurant & Bar
5:00 pm – 8:00 pm

Far West Nordic 2012 Kickoff Dinner
Cottonwood Restaurant
Sunday, December 9, 2012    5:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.

5:00-6:00               Social hour with no-host bar
6:00-7:00               Dinner, 3 course meal with choice of entrée
7:00-7:45               Guest Speaker: Grant Korgan with audiovisual presentation
7:45–8:15               Questions and Book signing

Grant’s extraordinary achievements and universal message of survival has helped him to become a renowned and sought-­after keynote speaker. While his own story is one of overcoming a significant challenge, Grant’s message isn’t about obstacles. It’s about Deciding What You Want in life, Focusing on What IS Working, and at all points Choosing Positivity Through Adversity—these are Grant’s 3 Points of Possibility, the keys to meeting adversity head-­on and overcoming it joyfully.

Cost is $55 for Far West Nordic members and $65 for nonmembers.
Group discount for a table of 10 Far West Nordic members $500.  

Tickets are available online until 9 pm Saturday,
at Tahoe Posters (10095 West River Street, Truckee), 
and at Alpenglow Sports (415 N. Lake Blvd., Tahoe City)

Raffle tickets can also be purchased at the door for some great prizes to help you get ready for the ski season!

Online sales are now closed.
A limited number will be available at he door.

Dec
10
Mon
FAR WEST BOARD MEETING @ Tahoe XC
6:30 pm – 8:30 pm

All members are welcome and encouraged to attend.

Dec
16
Sun
Tannenbaum Classic @ Tamarack Lodge
Dec 16 all-day

Date: Sunday December 16, 2012
Time: 10 AM
Start: Tamarack Lodge XC (start at Packstation)
Distance: 10 km (juniors 5 km)
Cost: Reg: $30 (Jrs: $5)
ESNSA Fundraiser
Info: www.tamaracklodge.com

Dec
22
Sat
ASC Classic Sprints @ Auburn Ski Club
Dec 22 all-day

Date: Saturday December 22, 2012
Time: 10 AM
Start: ASC Training Center
Interval Starts
Distance: 1 km
Cost: Pre Registration (by 3pm day prior) $25, Juniors $20, Youth race $10 for ages 12 and under; Late Reg $30 , Juniors $30, Youth race $10
USSA scoring + $10 (For athletes wishing to be USSA scored (yes that’s all you Junior National hopefuls) add $10
ASC members $5 discount for preregistration
Register online at athleteinyou 
NRL sanctioned 
Preregistration required for JN Qualification 
Info: www.auburnskiclub.org

Dec
30
Sun
Snowshoe Thompson Classic @ Auburn Ski Club
Dec 30 all-day

Date: December 30, 2012
Time: 10 AM Interval Starts
Start: ASC Training Center
Distance: 10 km Adult; J1/OJ boys 10km; J1/OJ girls 5km; J2s 5km
Cost: Pre Registration (by 3pm day prior) $25, Juniors $20, Youth race $10; Late Reg $30 , Juniors $30, Youth race $10
USSA scoring + $10 (For athletes wishing to be USSA scored (yes that’s all you Junior National hopefulls) add $10 
ASC members $5 discount for preregistration
Register online at athleteinyou 
Sponsored by Silver Sage Sports Performance
Info: www.auburnskiclub.org
Preregistration required for JN Qualification

Dec
31
Mon
Paco’s Freestyle @ Auburn Ski Club
Dec 31 all-day

Date: Monday December 31, 2012
Time: 10 AM
Start: ASC Training Center
Interval Starts
Distance: 10 km (5km short course, 2km youth race)
Cost: Pre Registration (by 3pm day prior) $25, Juniors $20, Youth race $10; Late Reg $30 , Juniors $30, Youth race $10
ASC members $5 discount for preregistration
Register online at athleteinyou 
Sponsored by Paco’s Bike and Ski
Info: www.auburnskiclub.org

US NATIONALS: Soldier Hollow @ Soldier Hollow, Utah
Dec 31 – Jan 9 all-day
  • December 31, 2012 – January 9, 2013
  • Cost: $1075 
  • Open to: Far West Junior National Qualified J1 and older, and all Far West Senior Team
  • Sign-up Deadline: December 21

This full-tilt racing trip is open to Far West JO Qualified Juniors, J1 (please talk to your coach for confirmation) or older, plus all Far West Seniors. It promises top-notch ski racing and competition with the best skiers in the country. This trip is the ideal proving ground for athletes to see how they stack up with the best in the US. It is also the event where athletes qualify for the USST J1 Scandinavian Trip, and for the USST World Juniors (age 18-19) or U-23 (age 20-23) Championships. 

Coaches : Ben Grasseschi, August Teague, Martin Benes

Remember to send in your Medical Release, Waiver & Release Form, and Code of Conduct Form well in advance!

 

Jan
6
Sun
Lakes Basin 15K @ Tamarack Lodge
Jan 6 all-day

Date: Sunday January 6, 2013
Time: 10 AM
Start: Tamarack Lodge XC (start at Packstation)
Distance: 15 km (juniors 5 km)
Cost: Pre Reg $25 (Juniors $5) by noon 1/1; Late Reg $30 (Juniors $10)
Info: www.tamaracklodge.com

Sierra Nordic Duathlon @ Tahoe Donner XC
Jan 6 all-day

Date: Sunday January 6, 2013
Time: 10 AM
Start: Tahoe Donner XC
Mass Start
Distance: 5 km Classic / 5 km Skate Continuous Pursuit
Cost: Pre Registration $25 (Jrs: $18)/ Race Day Registration $30 (Jrs: $23)
FIRST LEG DIAGONAL STRIDE ONLY
Sponsored by Sierra Nordic
Info: www.tdxc.com

Jan
9
Wed
Tahoe Donner Night Race @ Tahoe Donner XC
Jan 9 all-day
Date: Wednesday January 9, 2013
Time: 6 PM
Start: Tahoe Donner XC
Distance: 5 km
Cost: $15 (Juniors $8)
4 Race Series
Info: www.tdxc.com
Jan
13
Sun
Alpenglow 20K Freestyle @ Tahoe XC
Jan 13 all-day
Date: Sunday January 13, 2013
Time: 10 AM
Start: Tahoe XC
Wave Starts
Distance: 20 km; J1/OJ boys 10km; J1/OJ girls 5km; J2s 5km
Cost: Pre Reg by 2pm Jan 12th: $25 (Jrs: $5)
Reg: $30 (Jrs: $5)
Sponsored by Alpenglow Sports
Info & Registration: www.tahoexc.org
Jan
14
Mon
FAR WEST BOARD MEETING @ Tahoe Truckee Community Foundation
6:30 pm – 8:30 pm

All members are welcome and encouraged to attend.

Jan
20
Sun
JNQ Classic Distance @ Auburn Ski Club
Jan 20 all-day

Date: Sunday January 20, 2013
Time: 10 AM
Start: ASC Training Center
Interval Start
Distance: J1/OJ boys 10km; J1/OJ girls 10km; J2s 5km; 2km youth race
Cost: Pre Registration (by 3pm day prior) $25, Juniors $20, Youth race $10; Late Reg $30 , Juniors $30, Youth race $10
USSA scoring + $10 (For athletes wishing to be USSA scored (yes that’s all you Junior National hopefulls) add $10)
ASC members $5 discount for preregistration
Register online at athleteinyou 
NRL sanctioned  
Preregistration required for JN Qualification 
Info: www.auburnskiclub.org

Jan
21
Mon
Sierra Skogsloppet @ Tahoe Donner XC
Jan 21 all-day

Date: Monday January 21, 2013
Time: 10 AM
Start: Tahoe Donner XC
Wave Starts
Distance: 15 km / 7.5km / 2km youth
Cost: Pre Reg $25 (Juniors $18)/ Race Day registration$30 (Juniors $23)/ Youth free
Fundraiser for the Truckee Schools Nordic Teams
Info: www.tdxc.com

Jan
23
Wed
Tahoe Donner Night Race @ Tahoe Donner XC
Jan 23 all-day
Date: Wednesday January 23, 2013
Time: 6 PM
Start: Tahoe Donner XC
Distance: 5 km
Cost: $15 (Juniors $8)
4 Race Series
Info: www.tdxc.com