Great XC Skiing Happening Now!
Over the Hill Outdoors XC Ski Club!!! Winter '22-'23
You Get:
- Small group, social focus. Fun and improvement vs performance.
- Pro Tips on technique and gear from a PSIA-certified nordic instructor.
- Minimum of 6, weekend, day trips organized to explore trails around and near the metro. Mid-December through end of February.
- "Trail of the Week" based on constant research of the best current conditions around the twin cites.
- Bumper Buffet: Post-ski meetup with hot drinks and snacks, check in to make sure everyone is safely returned.
- Ad Hoc, spontaneous options for optional weekday/evening sessions as conditions and members' schedules permit.
- Weekly emails with recommendations for best conditions for area skiing.
- Trip Opportunity! (Additional cost).
- Discounts for private lessons and shared household memberships.
You Need:
- Your own equipment: Skis, boots, poles. (Either classic or skate).
- Trail passes as required.
- Clothing, snacks, and drinks for the day.
- Transportation.
- Cell phone number where you can be easily reached.
- Email where you can easily receive weekly session information.
Experience: Members should be able to get some glide, be able to handle gentle hills up and down, and to stop. If you have had a lesson in the last year or so, or have skied previously and are simply really rusty, you probably have enough skill to join . Please talk with me if you are unsure :) To be fair to the group, these sessions are not lessons, but are opportunities to ski with others, explore new trails, and practice your skills. If you want more help than the tips I share while group skiing, I encourage you to take a private lesson, or, join with other members for a group lesson. OHO members get a discount!
Ski Club
$180* for Winter 2022-2023
Space is limited!
For simple signup and more details, please contact Natalie, at:
Qualifications
Your Instructor: Natalie Griffith
I’ve been an avid XC skier since I was a kid, skiing right out the back door along the woods and rivers of Lake Superior’s north shore. I started old-school, with traditional style skis requiring waxing according to the conditions. I caught the skate-skiing bug in the early 90’s just as it was starting to take off.
I enjoy both styles of XC; I choose the style of the day based on weather and snow conditions. Having a goal really keeps me “on track” with getting out there regularly. I typically choose one or two citizen races to participate in. My goals in racing are to keep fit, improve my form, meet good people, and have fun!
· PSIA -ASSI Certified Nordic Level 1
· Citizen Racer – Efficiency and fun over speed and competition
· Cross-Country ski enthusiast since 1979!
Your Cross Country Ski Lesson Instructor, Natalie Griffith
Covid Safety
Cross Country Skiing is naturally suited to social distancing!
For your safety and mine:
- I am fully vaccinated.
- We’ll meet outdoors, and refrain from shaking hands.
- Participants will handle only their own equipment throughout the session.
Masks/Face coverings
- Please have a face covering available to wear at times where we need to speak together closely.
- Most of the time, you will not need to wear a face covering unless you desire.
Face covering = Manufactured or home-made masks, bandana, buff, etc.