Ski Cubs
Classic XC Ski Programs for Kindergarten, and 1st/2nd Grade
This January and February, the Methow Valley Nordic Ski Educational Foundation (in partnership with the Methow Valley School District, Sun Mountain Ski, Methow Valley Ski School & Rentals, Winthrop Mountain Sports, Methow Trails and Methow Cycle and Sport) is offering an after school cross country ski program for 1st and 2nd graders on Tuesdays and Kindergarten on Thursdays.
Program Details
The program runs for 6 weeks in January and February, offering a fun, short season of introductory classic skiing with games and instruction. Ski Cubs is separate from Methow Valley Nordic Team practices. The Ski Cubs program makes every effort to remove barriers (transportation, ski gear, cost) to welcome any child who has an interest in trying this fun and accessible sport in our Valley. Skiers must come prepared with warm and appropriate clothing for 1.5 hours in the snow. There is a spot on the registration form to indicate any needed appropriate clothing.
Cost
FREE – thanks to funding from our annual Give Methow donors! Includes instruction, ski equipment at each session, and FUN!
Times/Dates
1st and 2nd Grade: Tuesdays from 3:15-5:00, January 9 – February 13, 2024
Kindergarten: Thursdays from 3:15-5:00, January 11 – February 15, 2024
Transportation
We expect to ski from the Elementary School every session, using the lower portions of the McCabe trails at the High School. However, bus transportation will be provided if low snow conditions require moving the sessions.
Instruction
Instruction is provided by Methow Valley Nordic coaches, instructors, and volunteers. Rachel Mozzetta, Ski Cubs director, is your main contact for all questions. Coaches will be present to greet and oversee students from the end of school until pickup.
Equipment
Skis and boots are provided for each session, compliments of Sun Mountain Ski, Methow Valley Ski School & Rentals, and Methow Cycle and Sport. (Poles are only used – and will be provided – the last two sessions).
Skiers must come prepared with warm and appropriate clothing for 1.5 hours in the snow. If you have trouble coming up with the clothing, let us know (contact information below).
Registration
Limited to thirty-two (32) 1st and 2nd graders, and twenty (20) kindergarteners. REGISTRATION NOW OPEN. Click Here.
Be sure to register your skier for the correct day! 1st/2nd Grade is on Tuesday and Kindergarten is on Thursday!
More Information
Email info@mvnsef.org
Thanks to Ski Cubs’ Partners:
