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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.
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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 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 |
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) 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: 1/2 Price Friday Nights: Jackrabbit Time Trial #2 Maple Syrup Stampede
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 Sat, Feb. 6th HILL SKILLS up, down, turns safety and confidence! Meet at the blue SFN building for all lessons - 10:15-11:45 a.m. More information... Noquemanon Ski Marathon 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. Northern Ontario District Cross-Country Ski
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.
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