Feb 18th Session

I just stopped out at the Camp, we can do this tomorrow. With some creativity of course! We plan on making the most of what we have. At full disclosure the trail head is not good and conditions are far from optimal; however, we do have some good options to get the kids out on skis and have some fun. Pending if the "regular" ski trails freezes this evening creating icy conditions we will have the kids ski on the snowmobile along the east side of the camp and for the younger kids (the Penguins) within an open area with good snow coverage. We will meet in the normal location for the warm-up then split into group. The coaches will lead the kids on a hiking adventure to the snow!

Please be ready for the warm-up by 10am. Session Rental, pick up skis no later than 9:45am.

On a positive note, the weather should be warm….good day to spend some time outdoors.

Bay Nordic

Feb 18th Session

We are anxiously awaiting for Saturday so we can get on the snow with the kids. Looking forward to a strong showing. As some of you may have heard, we have cancelled the Stump Farm 12K race due to the marginal snow conditions (see www.incompetition.com) . The Reforestation Camp has skiable snow but it is not of a race quality that can ensure a safe and fair event. Since this will only be our second time with the kids this winter, we are switching our emphasis from the "kids race" to a regular coaching session with the kids. We feel that this will provide the best experience for all. We will be holding a "race/tour" event during our end of the year cookout for the kids giving them an opportunity to earn their medals!

 

A couple of reminders for Saturday:

 

• All kids must check-in and be with their groups at 10:00am. Session is scheduled from 10am to Noon.
  
• Session Rentals 
  Pick up equipment by 9:45am. I need to have enough time to join my group for coaching.
  
• Hydrate and fuel the kids adequately before the ski.
  

 

See you Saturday!

Feb 11th Cancellation – No Snow!

With regret and apologies, we are forced to cancel this weekend's (Feb 11^th) Bay Nordic session. We held slim hope, however, after talking to the County today, the warm weather and low snow conditions have left the trails a frozen ice pack that cannot be re-groomed for safe conditions with the kids. We need some snow! We will continue to be optimistic that some snow arrives for the February 18^th event. Regardless of what Mother Nature provides, we will have our season ending cookout snow or now snow on March 3^rd!

Bay Nordic

February Sessions – 2/11 & 2/18

We wanted to give a quick update on the next two weekends. We have the "make-up" session planned for Feb 11^th and Stump Farm Feb 18^th. Unfortunately, it has been the worst winter here in Green Bay for skiing that we can remember. Right now the trails are boiler-plate ice and closed. Hopefully we will get a miracle storm, at least a few inches of snow would be great. This has been a difficult winter for getting the kids out on the skis but we are staying optimistic for a strong finish…lots of new and experienced kids to expose to a favorite sport of ours!

Bay Nordic is putting on the Stump Farm this year as a fundraiser with Deb and Mark Ernst heading up race planning. As with most races in the Midwest this year, we hesitant on the planning, unsure if there will be adequate snow to ensure a safe event. If snow arrives and the event is a go, we will need volunteers to help with registration, food, organizing, etc. We are taking a "wait-and-see" approach on the weather and further advertisement but please consider assisting if we are able move forward.

Think Snow!

BAY Nordic

Bay Nordic is on this Saturday – January 21st

Greetings Bay Nordic Skiers-

Finally! We are able to have a scheduled session this weekend on snow. Brown County has rolled the ski trails at The Reforestation Camp with the minimal snow available…they are ready for 100+ kids. Since the trails are not "officially" open, the shelter will not be open so please plan accordingly. Restrooms will be available from the outdoor entrance.

As a reminder, the Session will be from 10:00am to Noon. Please have the kids in the groups on time so the warm-up session can begin. Temperatures may be a little chilly so we want to keep the kids moving.

Session Rentalsà Please pick up the equipment no later than 9:45am.

We're looking forward to seeing everyone on Saturday!

Think Snow

Bay Nordic

CANCELLED – JAN 7TH SESSION

We held off as long as we could, but unfortunately, the snow conditions (or lack of!) this year will cause us to cancel the Bay Nordic session for this Saturday. The forecast is no snow with warm temps that will create muddy conditions at the Camp. Brown County has all ski trails in the County closed right now. The fortunate part is that we do have a make-up date set in February…the plan is to get some snow (or find some snow guns!) before January 21^st and have make up for the time lost.

For anyone wishing to ski this weekend, check out the trail reports on www.skinnyski.com. It looks like the closest snow is in Wausau.

We miss all the kids, the weather this year really bums us out. Keep your fingers crossed for snow!!!

Think Snow!

Bay Nordic

 

Session 1 - Our First Dryland Event!

The snow conditions (or lack of!) will be changing our plans for Saturday’s first Bay Nordic event of the season. We won’t be able to ski, however, the plan is to have a “Dryland” (think of it as a dry-run for when we do have snow) session aimed at introducing the kids to some of the fundamental movements of skiing, having fun, and meeting the coaches and fellow members....and of course the hot chocolate and cookies.

Here’s the plan:

- Do the session from 10:00 to 11:30 am...Shortened by 1/2 hour.
- Kids will check in to receive their Name Tag & Group as normal from 9:30 to 9:50 am and gather in their assigned groups to meet the coaches. Kids will receive their Group Assignments at the Check In.
- Mark Ernst and Group Coaches will lead the group on the fundamentals of skiing and some obstacle course work.

- Goals for the session are to give them some basic or more experienced knowledge of skiing and to burn off some energy by keeping them moving!

 

All kids that attend need to bring RUNNING SHOES & POLES (Poles will be available for Session Rentals).

 

We look forward to seeing everyone. We will also be adding the February 11th make up date to the calendar to get on snow some more.


Think Snow!