Hope to see some Gliders at our race this Sunday at Skyway. It is going to be a great event. 11am - 5K classic race, and 12:30pm - 5K skate race. (Pick one to do. Older kids (middle school/high school) can try both!)
GMNC will have soup and goodies as usual, and remember, it's no cost for kids to race. (donations for grooming are always appreciated though).
Wax cold!
Boulder Nordic Sport will also be there with ten tents of equipment for people to demo.
We are also having a Gliders session at Skyway this Saturday at 10am. Meet us up there to play in the snow. Dress in layers! It will be cold up there.
~Annie
Friday, December 4, 2009
Tuesday, November 24, 2009
Photos from the Ski Camp
The ski camp last Saturday marked the Gliders first day on skis this season. We had great sunny weather and a bunch of happy kids.
gathering in a circle
playing the giggle game
playing sharks and minnows
3 legged race
Special thanks to our coaches: Christina Stark, Sarah and Kenton Shaw, Chris and Annie Murphy, and Zachary Heuscher.
I think the coaches had fun too.
Gliders (ages 9-16) will meet to ski each Saturday at 10:00am, beginning this Saturday, Nov. 28th at Skyway. Registration for the entire season (now until March 14th) is only $100.00! Cross country skiing is an affordable and enjoyable way to enjoy winter. Continue to check the blog for future meeting locations.
Little Gliders (ages 5-8) begin in January.
Call or e-mail the Grand Mesa Gliders for more information, gmgliders@gmail.com, 970-623-4424
gathering in a circle
playing the giggle game
playing sharks and minnows
3 legged race
Special thanks to our coaches: Christina Stark, Sarah and Kenton Shaw, Chris and Annie Murphy, and Zachary Heuscher.
I think the coaches had fun too.
Gliders (ages 9-16) will meet to ski each Saturday at 10:00am, beginning this Saturday, Nov. 28th at Skyway. Registration for the entire season (now until March 14th) is only $100.00! Cross country skiing is an affordable and enjoyable way to enjoy winter. Continue to check the blog for future meeting locations.
Little Gliders (ages 5-8) begin in January.
Call or e-mail the Grand Mesa Gliders for more information, gmgliders@gmail.com, 970-623-4424
Saturday, November 14, 2009
Upcoming Ski Camp
Our upcoming ski camp is just around the corner and only one week from now. It is currently snowing up on the Mesa and the skiing should be good next Saturday. If you haven't already done so please send your registration forms in as soon as possible. We want to ensure that there are enough skis for all of the kids. We look forward to skiing with all of you soon. Think snow!
Wednesday, November 4, 2009
Ski Swap this Saturday
The Grand Mesa Gliders will be at the Grand Junction ski swap this Saturday, November 7th from 8am-2pm at Two Rivers. We will have registration forms for the season, coaches available to answer questions, and kids cross country ski equipment to view or even purchase.
We will be at the Grand Mesa Nordic Council table.
Hope to see you there!
By the way, skiing is great on the Grand Mesa right now. Get in some early season skiing!
Friday, October 16, 2009
Winter Sports Workshop - get registered for the season!
Grand Mesa Gliders will be at Crossroads Fitness tomorrow for the Winter Sports Workshop. Come check it out!
You will be able to:
- talk with a coach and find out about our programs,
- get registered for the season,
- register for our fall training camp,
- get information on adult lessons,
- look at and/or purchase our new skis,
- learn about nutrition, injury prevention, and emergency preparation,
- find out what kind of equipment and wax you'll need for the season, and
- get a copy of our race schedule.
All registrations at the Winter Sports Workshop will be given an early registration discount of 10%!
Crossroads Fitness Center in Grand Junction is hosting a Winter Sports Workshop on Saturday, Oct 17 from 8am to 1:30pm.
Where: Crossroads Fitness Center, 2768 Compass Drive, Grand Junction
call (970) 242-8746 for more info. Or download a flyer with details at:
http://www.powderhorn.com/component/option,com_docman/task,doc_download/gid,17/Itemid,215/
Hope to see you there!!!
You will be able to:
- talk with a coach and find out about our programs,
- get registered for the season,
- register for our fall training camp,
- get information on adult lessons,
- look at and/or purchase our new skis,
- learn about nutrition, injury prevention, and emergency preparation,
- find out what kind of equipment and wax you'll need for the season, and
- get a copy of our race schedule.
All registrations at the Winter Sports Workshop will be given an early registration discount of 10%!
Crossroads Fitness Center in Grand Junction is hosting a Winter Sports Workshop on Saturday, Oct 17 from 8am to 1:30pm.
Where: Crossroads Fitness Center, 2768 Compass Drive, Grand Junction
call (970) 242-8746 for more info. Or download a flyer with details at:
http://www.powderhorn.com/component/option,com_docman/task,doc_download/gid,17/Itemid,215/
Hope to see you there!!!
Tuesday, September 15, 2009
GMG 2009 Youth Ski Camp!
Join us for our 2nd Annual Fall Cross Country Ski Camp with skate and classic ski training and games. Come meet and ski with the Grand Mesa Glider Coaches!
Who: The camp is open to young skiers between the ages 6 and 18 of all abilities. Ski sessions will be broken up by age group and ability level.
When: November 21, 2009
Where: Skyway Trailhead on the Grand Mesa*.
Why: To have fun playing in the snow, improve skiing technique, support a new youth cross country ski program, and meet other skiers.
Cost: Suggested donation of $15 per skier.
Saturday
9:30 – 9:45 Meet coaches & pickup equipment
10:00-12:00 Ski Sessions
12:00-1:00 Lunch
1:00—3:00 Ski Sessions/Games
Youth ski rentals available for suggested $1.00 donation
You must register by November 1st to ensure availability
Contact: 970-623-4424 or E-mail: gmgliders@gmail.com
Registration Forms will be posted shortly. Please call or email us for more information.
Who: The camp is open to young skiers between the ages 6 and 18 of all abilities. Ski sessions will be broken up by age group and ability level.
When: November 21, 2009
Where: Skyway Trailhead on the Grand Mesa*.
Why: To have fun playing in the snow, improve skiing technique, support a new youth cross country ski program, and meet other skiers.
Cost: Suggested donation of $15 per skier.
Saturday
9:30 – 9:45 Meet coaches & pickup equipment
10:00-12:00 Ski Sessions
12:00-1:00 Lunch
1:00—3:00 Ski Sessions/Games
Youth ski rentals available for suggested $1.00 donation
You must register by November 1st to ensure availability
Contact: 970-623-4424 or E-mail: gmgliders@gmail.com
Registration Forms will be posted shortly. Please call or email us for more information.
Tuesday, March 10, 2009
Casey Wins Barneloppet, and Gliders learn to Skate
Despite the nasty driving conditions, the weather at the top of the Grand Mesa proved to be fun winter conditions for the Barneloppet (the kids race).
Our very own Glider, Casey, was the first skier across the finish line (by a lot!) at the Barneloppet 2K. He started with a great double-pole, and took an early lead, which just got greater as the race went on. Today (Tuesday) is Casey's birthday - and what a nice early birthday present he gave himself by working so hard in the race!
Here are some pictures:
The start of the race.
Casey opens up a huge lead.
completing his last lap...
Gold medal
The previous week, the Gliders learned a new discipline - skate skiing. They all picked it up quickly, and we had fun playing a game of sharks and minnows at the end of our lesson.
Our very own Glider, Casey, was the first skier across the finish line (by a lot!) at the Barneloppet 2K. He started with a great double-pole, and took an early lead, which just got greater as the race went on. Today (Tuesday) is Casey's birthday - and what a nice early birthday present he gave himself by working so hard in the race!
Here are some pictures:
The start of the race.
Casey opens up a huge lead.
completing his last lap...
Gold medal
The previous week, the Gliders learned a new discipline - skate skiing. They all picked it up quickly, and we had fun playing a game of sharks and minnows at the end of our lesson.
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