Strafford Nordic Center

World Class Cross Country. Local Vermont Trails,

Biathlon Clinics

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COVID-19 Message: We will not be running public Biathlon clinics this season. We would consider a private clinic for one household. Contact us to ask about a private Biathlon clinic. Rental ski equipment is not available during the 2020-21 season.

Biathlon is one of the most challenging winter sports.  If you have ever wanted to try it, now is the time. Come to one of our clinics to learn about the sport.

During our clinics, we will start with basic gun and range safety, followed by shooting practice at the Biathlon targets.  After you get the hang of the shooting at the target, anyone who wants to try it, we will go for a ski on the penalty loop- a short lap – then come in and shoot, then ski the loop again, then shoot again.  Challenge yourself to see how well you can shoot when your heart rate is high from skiing!

Space is limited, and pre-registration is required via e-mail or by calling the lodge 802-765-0016.  If space is available, we will accept drop-ins.

The clinic is $40, in addition to your trail pass and/or rentals, to help cover the cost of rifle maintenance and ammunition.  Clinics will begin at 1pm. Sign in at the lodge, we’ll meet there or on the range, depending on weather conditions.

Womens Ski Clinics

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COVID-19 Message: Due to current limits on group recreational activities in VT, there are no women’s clinics scheduled for the 2020-21 season. 

Women’s clinic host: TBA

A ski clinic for women by women. Designed for specific technique work, followed by an optional group ski.

Reservations preferred. E-mail us to reserve your spot.

All skill levels welcome. Rental Equipment available.

$20 fee in addition to your trail pass and rental equipment.

Brocklebank Craft Brewski

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Join us for a Craft Brew-ski for great skiing, local draft brews & music!

COVID-19 Message: WE will not hold any brew-skis for the 2020-21 season as current VT State Guidelines do not allow for group gatherings. 

Date: TBA

2:00-4:00pm

Get in some great skiing and drink craft beer when you are done! This year we are removing the mid-trail stations, so you can get your ski on and then relax in the lodge when you are done with a full pour of your favorite in a souvenir pint glass.

A fire will be available outside – weather permitting-, as well as hot dogs, sausages and other snacks for purchase, or bring your own.

$10 fee for the Brewski includes your souvenir pint glass. Pay cash in the lodge for a pint or two of beer to go in your glass. Growlers are also available for purchase, but must be to go.

Day pass for skiing is also required for skiing on the trail system.

Visit www.brocklebankvt.com for further details. The Brewski is part of the Brocklebank Winter Adventure Series.

Strafford Nordic Ski Club

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Strafford Nordic Center is proud to be the home base for the Strafford Nordic Ski Club.

COVID-19 Message: We are not planning to run a middle or high school ski and biathlon training and racing group this year due to current VT restrictions on Club based group recreational activity. If you are a skier interested in training, we may be able to work with you one on one. Please contact us to work out details.

Here’s how the program usually works: SNC provides an experienced ski coach that will organize training and racing for all participants. Dry land training will be included if/when there is no snow. The coach will determine the racing schedule for school nordic based races, with a goal for high school athletes of competing in the Vermont State Championships. We will work with you to ensure your home school is listed as your affiliation at races, but members of the team will train and compete together under one coach. Middle school racers may also compete in separate BKL races under the guidance of parents, or the coach, if available. If you are interested in Biathlon, races may differ and we will target attendance at the Thursday night Biathlon series in Jericho and spring age group National Championships.

  • The program will run concurrent with VPA winter sports season,  and run through the VT State Championships (usually late February). Biathletes will train through March for Nationals if they are interested.
  • Training will take place from 3:30-4:30pm (a bit later as it stays light). If you want to participate but can’t arrive by 3:30, please contact us so we can make arrangements with the coach.
  • Newton school students may take the bus to the Nordic Center with a note – however skis are not allowed on the bus.
  • Race fees charged by the host school or other organizer are the responsibility of the athlete. Please work with your home school on whether the school should make payment, or you need to cover the cost. Typical race fees are $6-8 per athlete for school based races, up to $20-$20 for BKL races.

Registration for this program for nordic skiing only is $125 and includes ski rentals while skiing at Strafford Nordic Center.  Biathlon rates will be higher, and determined individually based on use of Club equipment.

Biathlon Training sessions

We also offer Biathlon clinics on Sundays. If you interest lies with Biathlon, please consider attending one of more of our Biathlon Clinics.

Strafford Nordic Ski Club’s main focus is to provide organized Nordic skiing and Biathlon opportunities to its members as well as the other Nordic skiing enthusiasts while promoting the growth of the sport in the Upper Valley. We welcome non-club members to join us for training, however, everyone is eligible to join the club.