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Greetings from the American Birkebeiner!
Dear Friends -
With the first snowfall having come, the excitement continues to grow for the upcoming ski season here in the northwoods! We recently installed a trail cam at "OO"--check it out on our website trail page at www.birkie.com/trail to see firsthand what the conditions look like 24 hours a day, 7 days a week!
As funds are being sent out to Nordic clubs around the nation through our Skier Development grants, I'm reminded that skiing programs are getting started for many high school and youth programs. These programs foster the future of our sport and often depend on many volunteer hours to exist! Many need help with coaching, organizing, trail maintenance, fundraising, or just making a ski meet happen for the kids. Please consider helping out in your community today by contacting your local ski club, high school, or youth program.
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As a reminder, if you find yourself in the area for Thanksgiving, remember it is Wisconsin deer hunting season Nov 23 - Dec 1. Much of the Birkie Trial is on county land that is open to hunting, so dress appropriately in blaze orange if you venture out during that period. Be safe!
Please don't hesitate to drop me a line if there is anything I can help you with. I can always be reached at ben.popp@birkie.com.
Get Out & Go!
Ben Popp
Executive Director
American Birkebeiner Ski Foundation
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Check Out the Birkie Trail Anytime!
See exactly what's happening at the Birkie "OO" trailhead 24 hours a day. The new Birkie Trail Cam is now up and running. Soon you'll be able to see snow conditions and grooming! Go to the Birkie.com "Trail Info" page and click on the link there.
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The Birkie Trail today, November 13, at "OO"
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Get the Official Poster of Birkie 2014.
On sale now at Birkie Store on birkie.com!
Posters are being printed next week.
Order now and get yours hot off the press!
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If You Did Not Get into the Birkie or Korte ...
Although registration for the Birkie and Korte has closed ( see details here) there are all kinds of ways to be part of the action. Here are a few options below that we hope work for you. We would love to have you here and part of the festivities! 21 "Second Chance Entries" Still Available!
- Sign up for a "Second Chance Entry" to either the Birkie or Korte
through JDRF and Birkie Skiers for Cures click here - Ski the Prince Haakon 12K, also on Feb. 22. click here
- Consider being a volunteer. click here
- Participate in some of the Birkie Week events. click here
- Come join us for the BirkieTour on January 18. click here
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All NEW BirkieTour!
Spend the day skiing the Birkie Trail with family and friends. Enjoy aid stations along the way, then great food, music, and a bonfire at the end, plus a T-shirt and BirkieTour pin!
The BirkieTour is an untimed, non-competitive, "open-track" style event open to skiers age 13 and older.
Best of all, you'll be skiing on one of the best cross-country ski trail systems in the world, including new Birkie Ridge, where the event starts and finishes this year!
The BirkieTour is Presented by Brent Carlson, MD
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In Hayward This Weekend!
Lots of Ways to Get Ready for Ski Season
New Moon Ski & Bike
. Annual Customer Appreciation Sale
Nov. 14-17
. Ladies Night at the Moon!
Nov. 16 / 5:00 - 7:30
For Info: Call 715-634-8685
HASTA Ski Swap
Saturday, Nov. 16. An amazing selection of gently used skis, boots, poles, clothing, and more! Drop-off will start at 7:30 and go until 8:59. The time to shop will start at 9:01 and continue until 11:00. Pick-up all unsold gear and/or cash at 11:01 until 11:30. At the Hayward Wesleyan Church, Hwy 77, Hayward.
 Riverbrook Bike & Ski
Pre-Season Sale - Through Thanksgiving For Info: Call 715-634-0437
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Under the Lights at the "OO" Loops
Tuesdays are now an evening for friends and families to gather at the Birkie "OO" trailhead for an evening of fitness, fun, working out, group training, time trials, kids games, informal coaching, and pot lucks. Sound good? We thought so! If you'd like to
join the fun, just stop by at 6:00. It's informal, and the size of the group may vary from week to week, but the fireplace will be blazing, the cider will be hot. You'll find friends you know and make some new ones! Hosted by New Moon Ski & Bike and the Birkie. For more info, call New Moon at 715-634-8685 or the Birkie at 715-634-5025.
Check the Birkie Facebook Page for weekly updates about activities, coaching, trail conditions, etc.!  
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 The First Ski Prep of the Season If you haven't yet, then the occasion will come soon when the travel wax (if you fulfilled your care duties to your skis last spring) will come off, when its time to set P-tex to groomed snowpack and commence another year, another winter of sliding on snow. Many will do this unceremoniously, but there are a few ski preparations that can help make the most of your time with your skis, help prolong their life and keep them speedy. Here's the Swix recommendation for your first ski of the year, whether your skis are recently new, recently stoneground or just coming out of summer storage ... Keep Reading. 
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 COMING SOON!A complete line of Swix-Birkie technical apparel plus training and casual clothes and great gear and accessories! Watch for the PRO SHOP logo on the Birkie.com Home page. |
Birchlegging Club incorporates--Now over 1,000 Strong!
It seems as only a few years ago that the Birchleggings Club held its first annual awards breakfast in Hayward. It was actually 1999 and the eighth year of the Club's existence. The Club was built around the nucleus of ten "founders" who in 1992 completed their twentieth Birkebeiner ... Keep Reading.
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Shown from left to right are Edward Eroe, John, Gayle, Toni, Dave, Jeanine Evenson, Tom, Russ Roberts, and Steve Carmazon. Not pictured is Jim Tenorio.
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Lighter Poles = Faster Birkie
Why should Birkie skiers care about their ski pole selection?
Ski Poles are often the post overlook piece of a Nordic skier's equipment. But ski poles are the only piece of your ski equipment that you actually hold, swing and lift the entire way. Racers average between 30-45 pole plants per minute. Over the course of the 52 km American Birkebeiner the winner may have lifted his poles more than 5,000 times. A skier completing the race in 3 hours could have poled 7,000 times and a 4hour skier might have lifted her poles 10,000 times.
But how much difference can a few oz. make?
Extra weight is not fun! If you and a friend ski a 3-hour Birkie and the friend uses
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We're Looking for Three Good Skiers!
The annual Birkie Warrior and Inga Contest is open for applications until Nov. 30. Re-enact historic ski of the original "Birkebeiners" at this year's Birkie! You will be a part of Birkie history and experience the ultimate in Birkie Fever from the start all the way to your celebrated ski all the way up Main Street at the 41st annual American Birkebeiner. Applications due November 30
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Calling All Women ... to the Birkie Trail!
December 14-15
Don't miss this chance to learn and train with your friends. This women's weekend is hosted by Cindy Swift of Riverbrook Bike & Ski and Jan Guenther of Gear West XC Ski & Run.Technique, Strength, Stretching, Waxing, Fun, Wine, Chocolate!
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The On-Snow Ski Demo ... Sunday of Birkie Weekend
February 23Don't miss this year's party!
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American Birkebeiner Ski Foundation
 The Birkie is a year-round lifestyle choice for thousands of outdoor fitness enthusiasts of all levels. From its signature ski race--the legendary American Birkebeiner--sponsored by SWIX, the Birkie has grown into an exciting array of fitness and recreational opportunities. The 88-kilometer Birkie Trail system attracts skiers, runners, bikers, trekkers, and hikers, from casual day-trippers to elite superstars. Located near Hayward and Cable, Wisconsin, the Birkie is now an outdoor sports mecca, a series of great races, a fitness destination, and a Lifestyle. SKI . RUN . BIKE . LIVE!
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The staff, Board of Directors, a huge network of volunteers, and the communities of Hayward and Cable pour their hearts and souls into the events every year.