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Updated February-08-10
The Soo Finnish Nordic Ski Club promotes cross country skiing in the city of Sault Ste. Marie by operating and maintaining a 50 km ski trail system within the city limits. It also provides opportunities for all members of the community to learn to ski, and to continue to enjoy skiing as a life-long activity through its many programs; both competitive and recreational.

Soo Finnish Nordic Ski Club gratefully acknowledges the financial support of the Ontario Trillium Foundation, an agency of the Government of Ontario.

Contact Information

E-mail contactus@soofinnishnordic.com

Soo Finnish Nordic Ski Club
P.O. Box 21067
Zeller’s Postal Outlet
Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario
P6B 6H3

FAX (705) 945-7577

See About Us for Club Executive and Jackrabbit contact information.

Ski Waxing Information
Waxing for the conditions of the day helps skis grip better and glide faster. There are many brands of grip wax and glide wax available. Grip and glide waxes are available at several locations in Sault Ste. Marie including Hiawatha Highlands, Algoma Bicyle Company, Duke of Windsor and Velorution.

For information on cleaning skis, applying grip wax and applying glide wax, visit the Wax Page. Links to wax information and demonstration videos are available.

Ski Club Resources

Join The Club - Membership

Minutes From Meetings

Club Member Forms
Hiawatha Highlands Open Evenings
Hiawatha Highlands is now offering evening hours at the Kin Centre.

The Kin Centre will be open Tuesday, Thursday and Friday (Friday starts Feb 12)
evenings until 9 pm.

Come out and ski the lit trail and take advantage of the evening rates and did we forget to mention 1/2 price Friday nights.

Evening rates for Tuesday and Thursday evenings:
Adult Pass $9.00
Sen/Stud $8.00
Full Rental $12.00
Rent & Pass $15.00

1/2 Price Friday Nights:
All passes and rental equipment - 1/2 off the regular price.

Jackrabbit Time Trial #2
February 7, 2010

Results

Maple Syrup Stampede
February 6, 2010

The 12th annual Maple Syrup Stampede took place on St. Joseph Island on Saturday, February 6. Conditions were great for the 7km classic race and the 20km skate with a temperature of -10c and and lots of sunshine.

Overall winners include,Catherine Mallinger (Women's Classic), Krista Buckner (Girl's Classic), Spencer Hogan (Men's Classic), Josiah Reinke (Boy's Classic), Daniela Gebhart (Women's Skating) and Andrew Barbeau (Men's Skating).

A great lunch was served after the events, before the awards ceremonies. The work of the organizers and volunteers is much appreciated by the skiers. More photos will be posted soon. Results

February Adult Ski Lessons
If you have already taken some lessons this winter, you’re welcome to continue.
If you’d like to focus on one aspect of your skiing, come join us.

Sat, Feb. 6th – HILL SKILLS – up, down, turns – safety and confidence!
Sat, Feb. 13th – POLING & TRANSITIONS – more power from your poles – Classic -
Sat, Feb. 20th - EVERYONE SKATES! - try skating for the first time OR get some tips on getting better!
Sat, Feb. 27th – TRY A NEW TRAIL – if you’ve never tried the Red Pine or Crystal trails, join us for a group ski on one of these beautiful trails

Meet at the blue SFN building for all lessons - 10:15-11:45 a.m. More information...

Noquemanon Ski Marathon
Congratulations to 4 of our Soo Finnish Nordic Ski Club members for outstanding results in the race in Marquette, Michigan on January 30th.

In the 25 km classic race Spencer Hogan finished 2nd overall. In the 51 km classic race, in their respective age categories Kim Mihell finished 1st, Conor Mihell finished 12th and Marg Meinke finished 2nd. See results at www.noquemanon.com

Nordic Skiing Technique - Two Skate
Olympic and World cup racers demonstrate the two skate cross country skiing technique. Several other excellent YouTube videos and DVDs are available at www.xczone.tv.

Biathlon Ontario Cup #3

The Soo Finnish Nordic Ski Club hosted Biathlon Ontario Cup #3, January 21 and January 22. The event took place at the Algoma Rod & Gun Club located about 2 km from Hiawatha Highlands.

Photos
Results

Northern Ontario District Cross-Country Ski
Race Series 2009-2010

Skiers from across northern Ontario are invited to participate in this winter’s NOD Race Series. A total of six events will count as official NOD events in the 2010 series:

  • February 13-14, NOD Ontario Cup, Onaping Falls Nordics Ski Club (near Sudbury)
    Please note: the O-Cup races on Monday, February 15 will not count for NOD points
  • March 27-28, NOD Relays, Temiskaming Nordic Ski Club (Coleman Township, near Cobalt and Temiskaming Shores, Ontario)

Race Notices will be posted on the NOD Ski website www.nodski.com. (Each weekend of races will include sprint events on one day and distance events on the other.)

Soo Finnish Masters Ski Club
The Soo Finnish Nordic Ski Club is creating a Masters Club for the 2009-2010 ski season. The Soo Finnish Masters Ski Club is geared towards skiers of all levels who look forward to improving skiing skills in a fun, club atmosphere.

If you are interested in participating on this club please complete the attached form. Once completed please select "Submit by email" and follow the instructions to send the form.

Please also feel free to join the "Soo Finnish Masters Ski Club" group on Facebook and participate in some of the discussions regarding Club training and functions.

Club Membership On-line Registration

Note - Jackrabbit program registration has closed.

The following is just a sampling of the benefits of being a member of the Soo Finnish Nordic Ski Club.

  • Great youth programs: Jackrabbits, Race Team, Biathlon
  • Support of national athletes
  • Reduced fees for club events
  • Free waxing workshops and lessons
  • Meet other active people and have fun!