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Wood River Valley gears up for Winter ‘08/’09

Posted on October 21st, 2008

Blaine County Recreation District, the U.S. Forest Service and Sun Valley Company are gearing up in a big way for the 2008-2009 Nordic skiing season, with some new goodies and more than 260 kilometers of groomed trails for all abilities.
 

As Idaho Nordic skiers know, the unique private-public partnership in the Wood River Valley gives skiers a wonderful array of Nordic skiing experiences, including immaculately groomed fast skating lanes and traditional set track, forested mountain trails and open meadow trails bordered by quaking aspen, and beautiful indoor facilities with food and beverage at Galena Lodge and Sun Valley Nordic Center. 
Save the date: The 34^th running of the popular Boulder Mountain Tour will occur on Feb. 7. Mark it on your calendar.
Discounted Early Bird Season Passes for North Valley Trails are available through Oct. 26 - $169 ($30 discount). Contact the BCRD for more information.
So many Ks, so little time. Between all three entities, the Wood River Valley has many kilometers/miles of groomed trails to cover and explore. Here’s how it breaks down:
·        Galena Lodge Trails – 56K
·        North Valley Trails – 120K
·        Sun Valley Resort Trails – 40K
·        Quigley Family Park – 10K
·        Wood River Trail – 37K
Total: 263K
New this year is the Quigley Family Park directly east of Hailey, a separate 10K trail system geared toward families and kids. Snowshoe and dog trails are available.
New kid policy: Kids 12 and under can ski free on all North Valley trails managed by the Blaine County Recreation District.
Sun Valley’s Nordic Center has a new home. A brand new 58,000-square-foot stately lodge has replaced the old warming hut. Locker rooms are now available for Nordic skiers, plus a huge dining area, a lounge, rental shop and an indoor driving range for golf fanatics.
Book early to reserve the yurt at Galena Lodge: Contact Galena Lodge by email or phone, 726-4010.

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Team Fischer-Craft - Idaho Nordic Members Only Clinic

Posted on October 21st, 2008

Date: Saturday, November 1st
Elite skiers of Team Fischer Craft, Colin Rodgers and Nicole DeYong, will lead two FREE training sessions for all Idaho Nordic Members. Not a member? Bring $40.00 and a completed IN membership form. Downloadable on the Idaho Nordic website.

All abilities are strongly encouraged to participate.

Schedule:
9:00am to 11:00am – Rollerski Skate Technique Session
Colin and Nicole will break down technique for all abilities and give personal pointers.
We will meet at the Lucky 13 parking lot at the corner of Warm Springs and Eckert Road. Helmets required!

3:00pm to 5:00pm – Dry-land Foot Drills Session
Colin and Nicole will cover their secret dry-land drills from the Olympic Development Team. Session will include bounding, ski-walking and finish with ski walking intervals. We will meet at Fort Boise Park, Mtn. Cove Parking lot. Wear running shoes and workout clothes.

Read about Colin and Nicole at http://www.fischercraft.com

Questions? info@idahonordic.com

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6th Annual Idaho Nordic Expo and Gear Sale

Posted on August 1st, 2008

On Saturday, October 25th, 2008 the 6th Annual Idaho Nordic Expo will take place at the Basque Center (601 Grove St, Boise). The Used Gear Sale will provide an excellent opportunity to buy or sell quality used cross country ski equipment. Here is the list of events which are all free to the public: