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BKL Practice Week of 12/17-12/22-UPDATED

By Rosemary Shea-Cobb on 15 December, 2019 in BKL Training Schedule

Tuesday 12/17: Dryland or Classic at Mill River Park

The Range is not going to be open to us for skiing tomorrow, but we are hoping that they will be good to go on Thursday.

We are supposed to get 2-4 inches of snow throughout the day tomorrow, and with frozen ground, we should be able to ski on very little in the fields at Mill River Park. Bring your classic equipment (no-wax if you have it) and your running sneakers just in case. I will bring wax and a bench for those who will need wax. We will end when it gets dark (4:45/5 pm). Remember that there is no inside space to warm up at Mill River Park.

Thursday 12/19: Check back before you leave for changes!

Jack Rabbits, Arctic Foxes, Racers & MS Racers: Classic at the Range

We are going to take advantage of cold temperatures and fresh snow and go classic again. Everyone should meet inside today due to the cold (dress extra warmly). Racers and others with waxable skis will get waxed up inside.

Saturday 12/22: Racers & MS Racers

Skate at Craftsbury Outdoor Center, 11 AM- 12:3o PM.

Coach Rosemary is in Waterville this weekend so Coach Jen will lead the charge! Meet her at the Touring Center at 11 AM. Racers are responsible for purchasing a trail pass ($5) or a season membership.

BKL Practice Update for Thursday 12/12

By Rosemary Shea-Cobb on 11 December, 2019 in BKL Race Blog, BKL Training Schedule

The Range is closed. We will do dryland on foot at Mills River Park. We will go from 3:45- dark (4:45/5pm). There are no lights and no indoor space, so dress warmly in layers, wear sneakers for running, and bring a headlamp if you have one. We’ll do some dryland stuff, play some games and go for a run or hike in the woods and have some fun on foot! Parents are welcomed to join us, have some fun and get some exercise!

Mills River Park is located on Rte. 15 across from the JOLLY’s gas station between Brown’s Trace Rd and the Deborah Rawson Library (on River Rd).

The Range is working on making snow but we are getting more warm temps and more rain again this weekend so it may be difficult. Stay tuned and get those kids to do a snow dance!

BKL Practice 10/12- 10/15

By Rosemary Shea-Cobb on 8 December, 2019 in BKL Training Schedule

Tuesday 10/12- Range Closed!

Due to warm temps and rain, the Range will be closed on Tuesday, so we will have practice at Metrorocks in Essex and work on our strength while having a good time and getting to know each other better. We have done this at least once for the past two or three years and everyone always has a blast at Metrorocks! Kids who have not been there will need a parent to come in and sign a waiver. We are getting a nice group rate: $20 each- $14 for climbing, $4 shoes and $2 for harness. We will do our regular time (3:45- 5:15).

Climbing at Metrorocks last year

Thursday 10/12- Jack Rabbits, Arctic Foxes & all Racers

Skate Ski at the Range, but check the website Thursday before leaving to be sure we haven’t had to change our venue.

Saturday: Craftsbury Opener Classic BKL Race-CANCELLED

I am working on alternative plans. We will try to get a practice in this weekend if we can!

If you missed the BKL Parent Meeting……

By Rosemary Shea-Cobb on 8 December, 2019 in BKL Race Blog

…..you might want to check out my meeting notes for helpful information on the season:

Parent Meeting Notes

BKL Festival Registration Now Open!

By Rosemary Shea-Cobb on 4 December, 2019 in BKL Race Blog

Registration for this year’s New England BKL Festival at Great Glen Trails, near Gotham, NH is now open. The Festival is on the weekend of Feb. 29/March 1.

This is a weekend of races and fun activities all on skis. Over 400 kids from all over New England participate. MNC always has a good turn out and Coach Rosemary will be going as well. If your child doesn’t want to race, they can register and just do the Nordic Adventure activities instead. Everyone always has a blast at this event and Great Glen Trails does a spectacular job hosting.

My suggestion: If you are even considering going, make a lodging reservation NOW! Cancel it later if you decide not to go. Lodging fills up fast!

Everyone who goes to the Festival needs to be a NENSA member (New England Nordic Ski Association). This year, membership is FREE to new members! Register or renew your NENSA membership before you register for the Festival.

Questions? See the Festival Website below and if you still have questions, email Coach Rosemary

REGISTRATION

JOIN/RENEW NENSA

FESTIVAL WEBSITE (Info and Lodging info)