Author Archive | Kort Longenbach

MNC Gear Swap Page

As you go through your gear inventory for the fast approaching ski season… Don’t forget to check out our Gear Swap Page http://www.mansfieldnordic.org/gear-sale-swap/

We list skis, poles, boots and any gear related to the sport. There is also a ‘wanted’ section.

Have extra or outgrown ski gear? List it for sale on the MNC Gear Swap Page

Need some new(used) ski gear? Check out the MNC Gear Swap Page for some great deals … and list under the wanted section if you don’t see what you’re looking for.

To put a listing on site, please email Karen kalence@comcast.net.

Adam Terko named 2017 NENSA Coach of the Year!

By Kort Longenbach on 3 July, 2017 in BKL Race Blog, Junior Blog, Masters Blog, Uncategorized

We are pleased to inform you that Adam Terko has been named the 2017 NENSA Coach of the Year. Adam joined MNC in 2015 as our Head Coach/Executive director and from the first day has embraced and embodied the core values of our club; Excellence, Passion and Fun.

Through his tremendous level of dedication, passion and playfulness he has made significant contributions to our athletes, our club as well as the local and regional ski community.

We as a club are extremely thankful to have Adam, and are proud that NENSA has chosen to honor him. Congratulations Adam for this outstanding achievement!

Masters Time to Hit the Trails!

By Kort Longenbach on 14 May, 2017 in Masters Blog, Uncategorized

Thursday Masters running is off to a great start, so come out and join the group! With things getting warmer and drying out (??) we plan to start hitting the local trail networks and plan some fun after run events.

May 18: Catamount Outdoor Center (meet at 6PM)

Meeting Location: Catamount Outdoor Center(fee required).
Running Route: Find a group, find a partner, pick a distance. Wether you like the single track trails or want a scenic route o the gravel trails there are options for everyone. This also is a great chance to check out the trails before before the Catamount Tues Trail Running series kicks off 5/23.

May 25: Richmond Round Church (meet at 6PM) [Tentative]

Meeting Location: Richmond Round Church
Running Route: Two options available. For those wanting a flatter route, a group will be head out on the River Trail. A second group will run the hillier Preston Forest trails. After the run, the group is planning to meet at the Stone Corral for after beverages and food.

As always watch our Masters Training Doc, for updates.

Masters Summer Training Kick-off

By Kort Longenbach on 1 May, 2017 in Masters Blog

This summer the club is developing a series of informal activities and events for Masters for continued training and exercise. While plans are still being finalized, one thing we are targeting is regular once a week get together at local trail systems. For example, Catamount Outdoor Center , Round Church Trails (aka. Preston Forest),…

Presently our core group is mostly runners, but these locations also offer great mountain biking or launch points for road rides. So if someone is interested in leading an MNC Cycling (road or mountain) group please email .

Meet up time on Thursdays will be 6PM and informal groups will pair up based upon level of ability and desired workout.

Thursday Group Schedule

May 1: Gov. Chittenden Rd Run (meet ay 6PM)

Parking Location: Williston Bike Path (across form Federated Church)
Running Route: Gov. Chittenden Rd (dirt road, easy run for hill intervals)

World Cup in Quebec City!

By Kort Longenbach on 20 March, 2017 in BKL Jackrabbits, Junior Blog, Masters Blog

Many MNC members and members of the VT ski community were seen in Quebec City this past weekend to watch the World Cup Finals. Under sunny skies on the Plains of Abraham, it was a great opportunity to see the World’s best compete and see the strong support of spectators from Canada and across New England.

Photo Courtesy of Nick Persampieri

While the Norwegian’s dominated and the Canadian’s were treated to great performances by their hometown favorite Alex Harvey, MNC members had a few favorites in the field as well. Representing team USA were MNC alumni Jack Hegman and Ben Lustgarten.