MNC skiers and families,
The NENSA Eastern Cup calendar is up! The four race weekends will be held in:
Waterville, ME
December 16/17, 2023
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Lake Placid, NY
January 20/21, 2024
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Craftsbury, VT
February 3/4, 2024
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Holderness, NH
February 24/25, 2024
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In a change from some past years, we will not be doing Eastern Cup team trips. We’re transitioning back to a more traditional model of coaches lodging and travelling separately from skiers. While we loved getting the chance to go on Eastern Cup adventures as a group, it’s just not feasible for MNC from a financial or logistical point of view right now.
That said, I’d like to share some recommendations of lodging and travel options while we are many months out. Hopefully this helps with planning and booking!
Waterville, Maine weekend
The coaches will be staying in a small AirBnB in Waterville. There are numerous hotel options in this area, with the nicest probably being the Hampton Inn and the Days Inn. Book early to get lodging in Waterville, and if you end up with no options there, Augusta is the next closest large hub for lodging.
Lake Placid weekend
As a hot tourist destination, Lake Placid is full of hotel and rental options. If you aren’t able to book in Lake Placid itself, try a cheaper option in Saranac Lake (an additional 15-20 minutes away) or Keene Valley, which is also close to the race venue (albeit necessitating driving up and down the large Keene hill each day, which can be tricky in bad weather).
Craftsbury weekend
Many MNC athletes may choose to do this weekend as a day-trip, driving up Saturday and Sunday. It’s likely difficult to get lodging right at the Center, but Morrisville has some options for both rentals and hotels (Sunset Motor Inn). I (Adam) have also really liked staying at the Inn by the River in Hardwick. This is only 20-25 minutes from the venue and an overlooked resource in my opinion!
Holderness weekend
Plymouth is the closest location to stay here, as it’s a college town right across the highway from Holderness. However, easy access to I93 means there’s options both north and south of the venue. Thornton, Campton, and Woodstock are all viable options. Often, MNC athletes and coaches have had success at the Days Inn in Campton, NH just an exit or two up the highway.
Jonah, Anders, and Aaron getting ready to cheer for the women’s heats
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