Nordic Resources

Levi, age 8, gives us several great Nordic ski tips on how to enjoy cross country skiing with kids or as an adult.

Unlike downhill skiing, cross-country skiing and snowshoeing can be quite a workout! So it's important to find the right combination of layers so you're not too cold and not too hot.

Cross-country ski equipment is lightweight and easy to use, but you often need a few tips to get you started so you can get everything on and off smoothly.

Jana Hlavaty, former Olympian now in charge of the Keystone Nordic Center, has an exciting story to tell. She came to the United States for love and her talent for cross country skiing took her all the way to the Olympics. Originally from Czech Republic, Jana Hvalaty said she considers Summit County her home because she has lived there longer than anywhere else. She loves helping those involved in the sport reach their goals as she currently teaches at Keystone Nordic.

Randy George, owner of Latigo ranch, shares what it’s like running a family-owned business and why a Nordic skiing destination is great for everyone.

Nathan Schultz explains the tools you need to apply binder wax to your Nordic ski base.

Nathan Schultz, Founder of BNS, walks through the steps of applying binder wax to your ski base, for increased kick wax durability.

Hennie Kashiwa, General Manager at Boulder Nordic Sport, steps through the protocol for applying glide wax to the bottom of your skate and classic skis.