EVERYONE:

The training plan is here and below. Please fill out the attendance form at the start of each week.
Keep an eye on the weather and on Slack. The forecast for the weekend is looking quite cold. We’ll cancel Sunday practices if we think it’s going to be too cold, but will hold them if we think we can do so safely and productively.
Critter Count: families with young children, take note! The beloved Critter Count is now up.
Mansfield Nordic Skiathlon: is currently scheduled for Sunday, Jan 25th. We love this event! But right now the weather forecast for the weekend is chilly. We recommend holding off on registration (which closes Saturday) for a little bit to make sure the event is going to happen/it’s going to be a fun time, especially for younger kids. Audrey and possibly Ollie are planning to go wax skis (assuming it’s not too frigid) and are willing to bring BKLers who are 5th grade or older along in the COC van. Stay tuned. Event details here.

JUNIORS:

Eastern Cup stuff:
- Nice work this weekend! We saw lots of moments of success and also lots of moments of growth/learning. Let’s keep the upward momentum.
- Holderness bills went out Friday
- Quarry Rd ones will come this week
- The next Eastern Cup is at home—whew!
Video from training with Pepa on Sunday 1/18: here
Looking ahead at some dates:
- Eastern High School and U16 qualifier: is coming up quickly on Sunday, February 1st. Register here before the price increases. Reach out to coaches with questions but basically all of you should plan to do this. We’ll go to wax skis, but you’re also obviously welcome to wax with your high school teams if you prefer.
- Reminder: toggle to the “25-26 year” tab at the bottom of the training plan to get a better sense of what’s ahead this winter.

U14s:

MNC skiathlon: see the note in the “everyone” section above
Video from training with Pepa on Sunday 1/18: here
BKL (because you’re still in BKL!) race dates to put on your calendars include:
- Sun, 1/25: MNC Skiathlon at Sleepy Hollow
- Sat, 1/31 - Sun 2/1: Craftsbury Marathon weekend
- Sat, 2/7: Bill’s Blastoff @ COC. Info here.

BKL:

MNC skiathlon: see the note in the “everyone” section above
BKL parent lessons: we’re offering free BKL parent lessons—open to all parents of our BKL skiers—on some dates TBD. We were bummed to cancel the last one and are working to figure out the best upcoming dates. Stay tuned!
Reminder that BKL won’t happen on the following days due to holidays and races:
- Sunday, February 1 (But! there will be BKL options at the Craftsbury marathon this weekend suitable for older/more experienced BKL skiers + parent chaperones)
- Sunday, February 8 (But! There will be a bunch of high-level racing to watch all weekend AND a BKL race late afternoon on Sat 2/7)
BKL race dates to put on your calendars include:
- Sun, 1/25: MNC Skiathlon at Sleepy Hollow
- Sat, 2/7: Bill’s Blastoff @ COC. Info here.

BIATHLETES:

Fort Kent, ME trip Jan 24-25:
- We should know if you are coming by now. Planning info here.
Adults: Normal practice schedule.
BKLers: Sunday practice will be combined at 1pm for both groups- experienced and beginner together. There is NO 10am practice this week.
Jrs/U14s
- Midweek: All midweek folks invited to come Tuesday. No Wednesday practice because most of you are racing offsite. There will be a brief meeting after Tues practice to talk Fort Kent logistics.
- No Sunday practice this week. (Coaches are in Fort Kent.)
- Sign-up here once for a 1-on-1 between December and February.
Reminders
- Take the required USBA Basic Rifle Safety online course! We will do in-person assessments in the next few weeks to finalize your certifications.
- Season welcome information & Winter race opportunities

ADULTS/MASTERS:

Thursday Beginner 2: we’ve posted conflicting info before about whether we’re practicing at 1:00pm or 1:15pm. Sorry about that! Drop a note on the attendance form or Slack to let us know if you prefer one.

Here’s the TRAINING PLAN for the week, or check below:

Training week of 1/19