Events Calendar

Every element of skiing depends on correct body position. If you skate ski but feel that you are working harder than you should, join the club! We will experiment with engagement of muscles and movement on dryland, then take it outside on your skis. There we will challenge ourselves with drills and go for a ski to let it sink in.  

Taught by Siga Andrew, PT,  Level 3 PSIA Instructor

Must pre-register by March 4 at 5 P.M. All participants must have a trail pass.

Event: Skate, Long Course 50km, Short Course 25km, 12.5km (not series eligible), Junior 3km.

Course: Fun, challenging courses that showcase the world class skiing and beauty of Snow Mountain Ranch Nordic! The 50km course will be 2 laps of a 25km loop. The 12.5km and 3km course will be mostly independent of the long course and will offer a great alternative for those who want a slightly less challenging day.

Start Time: 9am Long Course, 10am Short course

Frisco BrewSkis is a beer festival on skis at the Frisco Nordic Center. Costumes, teamwork, and whacky photos are all encouraged! This happy hour ski tour which will feature beer tasting tents along the trail with beer from local breweries and prizes for the best costumes.

Event: Classic, Long Course 50km, Short Course 25km, 12.5km (not series eligible), Junior 3km.

Course: Fun, challenging courses that showcase the world class skiing and beauty of Snow Mountain Ranch Nordic! The 50km course will be 2 laps of a 25km loop. The 12.5km and 3km course will be mostly independent of the long course and will offer a great alternative for those who want a slightly less challenging day. 

Start Time: 9am Long Course, 10am Short course

This long-standing Durango tradition brings skiers together to celebrate winter from start to finish!

The final race of the Ute Cup Nordic Series. The technique for this race will be freestyle (skate or classic).

Spruce up your skate skiing uphill and downhill techniques! We’ll cover common climbing and descending skills like speed control, cornering, step turns, hill climbing without stopping, and smooth transitions as we ski the upper trails of the Frisco Nordic Center.

Call 970-476-8366 to register as space is limited. 

Skate and Classic Clinics are designed for Nordic skiers with experience. If you are a beginner, we recommend a group or private lesson.

All Next Level Clinics begin promptly at noon. Please arrive by no later than 11:45 a.m.

Yoga, initially, is about integrating the anatomical movements of a yoga pose into a subtle form of effortless effort, divine simplicity and inner radiance. In this mini workshop, we will deconstruct Nordic skiing and introduce awareness, postures and action sequences which can help perfect optimal movement, steadiness and endurance.

The workshop will be held in the Asana Room located on the second floor of the Ore Bucket Center, across Maroon Ave from the 4-way parking lot. Yoga mats, blankets and other props are supplied. Wear or bring work-out clothes to change into.

Taught by Jim Withey, 500hrs Yoga Teacher Training. Must pre-register by March 10 at 5 P.M.

Explore the wonderful world of climbing on your skis with efficiency in a fun and supportive environment. Session designed for Intermediate level skate skiers and beyond. 

Taught by Joellen Fonken, PSIA Trainer 

Must pre-register by March 11 at 5 P.M. All participants must have a trail pass.

The 15th annual Vail Recreation District Krueger Family Shamrock Shuffle short and long races and the kids' fun run will celebrate all things green in the spirit of St. Patrick’s Day! Taking place on the Vail Nordic Center trails, the event includes two race categories - snowshoes and running (with or without traction devices). The race will be followed immediately by a lively post-race party in the Gore Range Room at the Vail Golf & Nordic Clubhouse. 

Legend has it that Ben Krueger hid some a pot of gold when building the Vail Golf Course in the 1960s. He never disclosed the location to his family because he wanted it to be for the community to find! If you're lucky enough to find it and bring it back to the race finish, you could win a great prize from one of our sponsors! 

The Krueger Family Shamrock Shuffle offers a fun athletic competition and is a great way to keep you moving in the winter and kick off training for the summer Vail Trail Running Race Series. Sign up…whether you’re Irish or not!

We will look at the three planes of motion in skate skiing and how the small things affect performance and ski speed. Starting without skis we will explore movement patterns for-aft, up-down, and left-right, then experiment with V2 and V1 techniques to find the sweet spots for improvement.  

Taught by Jeri Graham, PSIA Level 2

Must pre-register by March 13 at 5 P.M. All participants must have a trail pass.

Are you a longtime skate skier and/or racer? Do you feel like you’ve reached a plateau in your skate skiing? Come on out for a high-end tune-up! We will customize this clinic to meet the needs and wishes of the participants.

Call 970-476-8366 to register as space is limited. 

Skate and Classic Clinics are designed for Nordic skiers with experience. If you are a beginner, we recommend a group or private lesson.

All Next Level Clinics begin promptly at noon. Please arrive by no later than 11:45 a.m.

Classic skiing isn’t like walking! Come find out how to get onto one ski and ride the glide. We will work on the secrets behind hanging out on one ski, starting indoors and then moving outdoors on our skis for drills and practice. 

Taught by Siga Andrew, PT, Level 3 Nordic Instructor

Must pre-register by March 18 at 5 P.M. All participants must have a trail pass.

Join us at the Vail Nordic Center and the Grill on the Gore on Friday, March 20, for the First Annual Spring Fling Ski & Supper — a festive evening on the trails followed by a delicious dinner to welcome the first day of spring!

Celebrate spring’s official arrival with a scenic Nordic ski, snowshoe or fat bike ride on our groomed trails, then gather with friends old and new for a cozy meal prepared by Chef John Zavoral. It’s the perfect blend of fresh mountain air, community connection and great food!

The Vail Nordic Town Series Races are put on by the Ski & Snowboard Club Vail. Skiers of all ages and abilities are welcome to attend! 

Day-of, on-site registration | $5 for 1K & 3K races, $10 for 5K and up.

Brats and chips will be provided. Bring a dish to share!

Skate skiing looks easy and fun. We will show you how fun and fast it can be.

Taught by Joellen Fonken, PSIA Trainer

Must pre-register by March 20 at 5 P.M. All participants must have a trail pass and will need to reserve/rent equipment from CB Nordic prior to the event. 

Call 970-476-8366 to register as space is limited. 

Skate and Classic Clinics are designed for Nordic skiers with experience. If you are a beginner, we recommend a group or private lesson.

All Next Level Clinics begin promptly at noon. Please arrive by no later than 11:45 a.m.

An extraordinary Colorado ski route! The Grand Traverse is a point-to-point ski race from Crested Butte to Aspen.  Racers travel 40 miles across the Elk Mountain range, climbing over 6,800 vertical feet. To ensure competitor safety, racers must have a partner, carry mandatory gear, and begin the race at midnight when avalanche hazard is decreased. The Grand Traverse is operated as a fundraising event for Crested Butte Nordic, a 501(c)(3) recreational non-profit organization.

The Grin & Bear It is Crested Butte’s oldest trail challenge. Historically presented as a sprint to Green Lake and back, this classic event has evolved to offer a 25k Loop competition while still maintaining the traditional 15k race.

Coming back for year two, we’re offering a 25k mountain bike race. The bike will be technical and difficult - a great training opportunity for the Summer Grand Traverse. 

Run the Rockies trail 10k and half marathon will lead runners through the Frisco Peninsula trails with breathtaking views of Dillon Reservoir and the Ten Mile Range. This is a great course for a first time half-marathoner or runner looking for a fun course that offers single track and dirt road trails.

The Grand Traverse Mountain Run is a point-to-point ultramarathon from Crested Butte to Aspen, Colorado. The course follows the route of the Grand Traverse Backcountry Ski race. Runners travel 40 miles across the Elk Mountains with over 6,000′ of elevation gain.

The Grand Traverse is operated as a fundraising event for Crested Butte Nordic, a 501(c)(3) recreational non-profit organization.

The Grand Traverse Mountain Bike is no ordinary mountain bike race. It is a point-to-point from Aspen to Crested Butte, Colorado. In total, bikers travel 40 miles across the Elk Mountains with over 6,800′ of elevation gain. The course starts with a 3000′ ascent up Aspen Mountain before continuing deep into the Elk Mountains. This mountain bike race is not for the faint of heart.

The Grand Traverse is operated as a fundraising event for Crested Butte Nordic, a 501(c)(3) recreational non-profit organization.