CXC – Ski Center

Q & A with USSA Nordic Director Robert Lazzaroni

Ski CenterDecember 18, 2015

(Press release) Following a yearlong study by an independent sport task force, the U.S. Ski and Snowboard Association introduced sweeping nordic membership changes with broader offerings and prices as low as $15. This summer the USSA brought on experienced nordic leader Robert Lazzaroni to help grow USSA Nordic programs. A veteran of two decades in the cross country ski industry, he was Rossignol nordic division manager and, most recently, program manager at the Utah Olympic Park where he was instrumental in...

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CXC End of the Year Drive

Ski CenterDecember 5, 2015

(Press Release) Support Our Sport Dear friend of CXC, It is with tremendous gratitude that I announce our 3rd consecutive Year End Challenge Grant, ‘Support our Sport’. Once again, John & Leslie Taylor have teamed up with several CXC donors to challenge us to continue to build upon our successes from last year to further grow and promote Nordic skiing for all ages and abilities. This is a 1:1 challenge grant, so every dollar donated...

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14th Birkie Trail Run & Trek on Sept. 26

Ski CenterSeptember 23, 2015

Birkie Trail Run & Trek Kicks off this Saturday on the Legendary Birkie Trail One day. Eight events. Introducing NEW Ultra 100K Marathon! Hayward, WI (September 22) — The 14th annual American Birkebeiner Ski Foundation® (ABSF) Birkie Trail Run & Trek, Presented by Salomon, will be held on the iconic Birkie Trail this Saturday, September 26th. From the challenge and intensity of a new 100K Ultra Marathon to the fun of a 5k run/walk, an...

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CXC Bike Drawing to Benefit Adaptive Program for Children

Ski CenterAugust 17, 2015

(Press release) Kent Eriksen Cycles is partnering with Central Cross Country Ski Association to support CXC’s Adaptive Program for children with physical disabilities and visual impairment by giving away a dream bike! The 1st place winner will receive a custom designed, hand crafted, Eriksen titanium road frame built with Shimano Ultegra wheel-set (or similar equivalent) and Shimano Ultegra speed component group (or similar equivalent). Total manufacturer’s suggested retail price of the bike and included components...

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CXC Seeks Communications and Media Coordinator

Ski CenterFebruary 10, 2015

(Press release) Central Cross Country Ski Association is looking for Communications and Media Coordinator. Position Activities:Writing – Developing impactful and targeted written communications content Data Management – Management of data of communications audiences and messages Content Distribution – Innovative management and operation of content distribution systems including Website, email, blogs and other means Web Management – Management of communications on CXC’s Web site, providing leadership and guidance to all CXC staff, plus integration with third-party sites,...

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Interview with CXC President Oyvind Solvang

Ski CenterDecember 18, 2014

By Peter Graves (CXC press release) *** First a bit of background, tell me about your skiing background please. I started skiing as a child. By the time I was in first grade, my brother and I had a 5k loop we skied two or three times after school. There was no grooming machine, so we had to make the trail ourselves each time it snowed, first ski the main track, then for the poles,...

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2014 Birkie Video Available at CXC Store

Ski CenterMarch 13, 2014

Relive all the drama, excitement and triumph of the 2014 American Birkebeiner. Follow the top freestyle men as they attack the hills of the Birkie trail in pursuit of winning the prestigious race. Our exclusive up-close snowmobile camera gives you such insight into this race you’ll feel like you are skiing with the lead pack of Italians, Frenchman, German, Czech and the top Americans to claim victory on main street in Hayward. A must-see video to...

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Canmore’s IPC World Cup Draws Rave Reviews

Ski CenterJanuary 2, 2014

(CXC press release) The famed Canmore Nordic Center, the venue of the 1988 Olympic Winter Games Nordic events, and home to countless World Cups recently played host to yet another blockbuster event, when they welcomed the world for an IPC cross-country and biathlon World Cup. The setting is breathtaking, the competition even more so. Augusto “Goose” Perez spoke for everyone noting just how inspiring it was to compete and the fabled venue of Canmore, saying..”Canmore...

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Large Field Attends Midwest Junior National Qualifier

Ski CenterDecember 23, 2013

(Press release) WAUSAU, WI (December 23, 2013) – A large turnout of top notch regional talent attended the Aspirus Nordic Challenge hosted by Knicker Nordic Ski Club over the weekend in Wausau, WI most to attend a Midwest Jr. National Qualifying event. In many cases the field sizes were good in each category, clearing a great sign for the continued development of the sport. Races were held at the Greenwood Hill Country Club. The series...

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2013 CXC Coaches Conference Oct. 18-20

Ski CenterSeptember 9, 2013

(Press release) This year’s CXC Coaches Conference will be focused on USSA Level 100 Coaches Certification and practical experience that a coach at any level can simply integrate into their training program. Coaches will be able to complete full certification during the weekend and receive certification license and a patch. Location Cable Community Center / County Highway M / Cable, WI 54821 / Map Registration Fee $195.00 – Certification and Conference $245.00 – Certification and...

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