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BKL COVID Policy Update- Please Read

By Rosemary Shea-Cobb on 3 January, 2022 in BKL Race Blog, BKL Training Schedule

Positive COVID Cases:

We have consulted with pediatricians and despite the recent change in CDC quarantine rules, we are requiring that kids (and coaches) who test positive for COVID-19 should stay home from BKL practice until they are 10 days past their positive test and no longer have any symptoms.

Close Contacts:

If you are identified as a close contact of someone who is COVID positive and you are fully vaccinated, you may come to practice. If you are a close contact and you are not fully vaccinated, you cannot come to practice until five days have passed after your contact, you are not having symptoms and you have gotten a negative PCR or antigen test.

Masking at Practice:

We are not requiring masks outdoors at practice but do encourage kids to maintain social distance. Masks are required inside any building, including the Walker Building. It is also fine if your child (or you) chooses to wear a mask outdoors at practice.

Mountain Camp Update 5/14

By Adam Terko on 14 May, 2020 in BKL Race Blog, Junior Blog

As of 5/14, Mountain Camp and Mini Mountain Camp are STILL ON.

Dates remain the same

Mountain Camp July 8-12 (Wed-Sun)

Mini Mountain Camp July 16-19 (Thurs-Sun)

However, in light of COVID-19 several changes have been made. Please read on:

Location Change

In order to eliminate travel across State lines, both Mountain Camp and Mini Mountain Camp have been relocated to Killington, VT. Lodging for both camps will be located at the base of Killington Resort, with training to take place on the numerous roads and trails of the area.

With Killington marking the intersection of the Long Trail and Appalachian Trail, hiking and trail running options are vast.

With two of the top mountain biking areas in the state (Green Mountain Trails and Pine Hill Park) there are great options for riding

Quiet roads in nearby Mendon, Chittenden, Bridgewater, and Pomfret are ideal for rollerskiing

Participation Restrictions

We ask that all participants at camp be Vermont residents, or athletes (for example college-age skiers) who have been living in Vermont for at least 2 weeks.

Pricing changes

Good news! Lodging and location changes have not increased costs. Camp pricing will remain equal or less than originally-planned.

Can I register and reserve my spot?

You can register for Mountain Camp and Mini Mountain Camp on the Registration page of the MNC website. The cost to register is currently still $0.00 as we will wait until June 1 to confirm that camp is still “on” pending and further COVID-19 developments or restrictions. Thank you for your understanding!