• 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!

• 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!

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.

• 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!

For the past 31 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

More info

• 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!

The Auburn Ski Club will host the 2012 USBA Summer Biathlon National Championships on Donner Summit,California August 23-26 2012. This will be the 25th annual summer biathlon championships, which were first contested in 1988. 

They will also host a Novice race (no experience required) on Saturday August 25th after the Sprint Race. 
Visit ASC for  more information.

Challenge yourselves & your friends to bike up old 40 from the west end of Donner Lake to Sugar Bowl Academy.

Road, Mountain, tandem & single speed categories

REGISTRATION:

Click here to register – or register at Pacos the week before the race.

$25 pre reg Register or $30 Race morning

• Race registration, bib pick & parking at Truckee’s factory stores. 
  Please note parking is not available at the start at west end Beach use the ride along Donner lake as part of your warm up.
• Pre Reg racers will be randomized & start times will be published at registration
• New Reg will be assigned start times when they register

START:

• Starts will be at 30 Sec intervals starting at 10am
• Your warm up is your ride to the start
  • on Donner Pass Rd or
  • on The South side of the Lake – the traffic is less there than on the North – there is a paved path all around the Lake now if you go through the State Park on the East End

FINISH:

• Will be at Sugar Bowl Academy
• We will have water jugs to refill your bottles with water or energy drink

SAFETY:

• The road will not be closed – So ride smart & be safe !
• Please stay close to the right side of the road & only pass if safe to do so.
• Any rider who crosses the central line will be disqualified
• To minimize impact on the road please wait till all riders are done climbing (11am ?) to bike back down. You can ride along old 40 & around Serene Lakes for a cool down – or even go all the way to Cisco if you wish

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

$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.

Starting and finishing at West End Beach – Donner Lake.

• 9:30am – Walkers start
• 10am – Kids “Mashed potato Mile” race starts.
• 10:30am – 7 mile race starts

Entry fees are kept low at just

• $15 for adults, $10 for 18 & under, $5 for mashed potato mile if you pre register
• $25 for adults, $20 for 18 & under, $10 for mashed potato mile if you wait till race morning.

REGISTRATION

Well behaved dogs on a leash welcome – no need to buy them a race bib!

• 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!

• 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.

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

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

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

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

• 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!

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

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

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

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

• January 30-February 3, 2013
• Cost: $500
• Open to all Far West athletes age 13 or older wishing for top-notch race experience. 
• Sign-up Deadline: January 14th -Sign Up Early, as this trip will Fill Up Quickly!

This is one of the most anticipated trips of the year for the Juniors. It combines hard, extremely competitive racing on the trails of the 2002 Salt Lake Olympics in Soldier Hollow with a really fun excursion to Utah. We will leave on Wednesday afternoon after school (athletes will be responsible for their own dinner on the road), a quick stay-over in eastern Nevada, and then head to Midway, Utah to check out the trails. Friday and Saturday will feature racing against the finest nordic skiers in the entire Western United States.  Saturday afternoon is reserved for Tubing or Crater-Swimming, or just hanging out. Return is first-thing Sunday morning, back in Truckee by early evening.

Whether you’re an elite Junior Olympian or a young, first-time (serious) racer, this is an important trip for all ages of junior skiers (13 and over).

Coaches will be Ben, Jeff, Ambrose, Mark, Holly.

This year these races are two of the Far West JNQs.

February 1, 2013  Super JNQ Freestyle Sprint  
February 2, 2013  Super JNQ Classic  15km/10km/5km

The Super JNQ is the biggest pre-Junior Nationals event in the West

Sign-up deadline is Monday, January 14th (firm!), but please sign up early to enable us to plan our transportation for this trip.

Checks are preferred for all payments.

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