Hi BKL Families,
I wanted to take a minute to say hello and introduce myself as the new BKL Head Coach. Over the past couple years I’ve been coaching first with Penguins, then Jack Rabbits. Coach Rosemary stepped down from BKL last spring and is working with MNC Masters and Juniors this winter. Read more about our new MNC Coaches here.
I hope you had a great summer and a good start to the school year! In preparation for the ski season, I have a few updates to share. It’s also a great time to start reading MNC E-blast, so you don’t miss out on any important info.
BKL Winter Registration Opens Monday, October 16th!
You can check out all the programs on the BKL Winter page of the website. Once registration opens the links will be updated on the registration page.
Registration is a two step process- first you need to renew your MNC membership and get a membership number, then register for programs using the membership number. If you don’t see your membership confirmation, check in your junk folder.
Skiing at the Range this Winter
We are planning to primarily use The Range, Jericho and Tomasi Meadow, Underhill for BKL practice this year. You might have heard that The Range was scheduled to be closed for construction projects around the ski trails, but last week we received an update that they will allow training this winter.
BKL and Adult Puffy/Parka Jackets
We are doing an order of puffy jackets for both children and adults. Order your own jackets online and we will bring them all to get embroidered with the MNC logo. We have found a couple different jacket options. Details and links for ordering can be found HERE.
Order your jacket now, then drop it off with Adam or Liz at the MNC Ski Swap or the first Fall Friday and we will bring them all for embroidering.
MNC SKI SWAP
Sell your old gear and/or buy some new gear!
Gear Drop Off: Saturday October 28 4-6pm
Sale: Sunday, October 29 12-5pm. First hour is MNC families only! (Public: 1-5pm)
Location: Community Center of Jericho, 239 Browns Trace, Jericho, VT
Info and details: MNC SKI SWAP
-We will have a rental station set up to rent the MNC no-wax classic ski sets (skis, boots, poles). These are best for Penguins and younger Jack Rabbits.
-Volunteers will be on hand to help you fit ski swap gear.
The swap is all volunteer run and fundraisers for the club. Please consider volunteering. Volunteer Signup
Important equipment information and how to decide if equipment from last year still fits. BKL Ski Equipment 101
BKL Fun Fall Fridays
We had a lot of fun on Friday’s last year, so we are going to have a few this year too. Look for a post on the BKL Weekly Training Schedule with more info as they get closer.
We’ll play games, hike, do some dryland ski exercise and get outside for some exercise. It’s a great chance to meet coaches, other skiers and parents. These days are for parents and kids and everyone is encouraged to join the groups!
November 3 at Cochran’s in Richmond
November 10 at Mills Riverside Park, Rte. 15, Jericho
November 17 location is TBD
Time: 3:45 to 4:45. Bring your headlamp!
Fun Fall Fridays are FREE!
Feel free to email me if you have any questions. I am happy to help!
Sincerely,
Liz Hollenbach
Mansfield Nordic Club
BKL Coach
bkl@mansfieldnordic.org
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