HOOD RIVER YOUTH NORDIC (CROSS COUNTRY) SKI PROGRAM
This program is managed by Hood River Valley Parks Recreation District
Who can sign up
Middle school students (6-8th grade) / All levels are welcome / Student must be well-behaved
About the program: Join us for an exciting winter journey with our Youth Nordic Ski Program! Designed for young skiers in middle school, this program offers an engaging introduction to the world of Nordic skiing. Participants will develop essential skills, build confidence, and foster a love for the outdoors while enjoying the beauty of winter.
Program Goals:
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Skill Development: Teach fundamental techniques in classic and skate skiing.
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Physical Fitness: Promote cardiovascular health, strength, and endurance.
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Teamwork and Camaraderie: Encourage teamwork through group activities and races.
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Outdoor Appreciation: Instill a respect for nature and an understanding of winter environments.
Tentative Dates: Feb 5th - March 12th / Days: Wednesdays / Time: Bus leaves after school and returns around 8:30 pm
Pickup Locations: Hood River Middle School WyEast Middle School / Destination: Teacup Lake Nordic Center
Transportation plan: Bus Company transports students and Volunteer Parents transport the ski equipment
IMPORTANT DATES
Early Bird Registration Opens: November 4th (5 PM)
Late Registration begins: December 20th (5 PM) / Add $50.00 Late fee
Registration Closes: Fri, Jan 10th (5 PM)
⚠️Mandatory Parent Meetings: Attendance is required in order for your child to participate
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Tuesday, Dec. 17th / 6- 7 pm / Location: Westside Elementary cafeteria
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Monday, Jan. 13th / 6- 7 pm / Location: Westside Elementary cafeteria
Tentative First Day of Skiing/Riding Wednesday, February 5th
Tentative Last Day of Skiing/Riding Wednesday, March 12th
EQUIPMENT LESSONS PASSES
Gear Equipment: these are the responsibility of each participant, but we will be providing some options for rentals and passes below from Pure Stoke and Dug’s Sports
Know how to ski and already have your Teacup Lake Nordic Center pass? Great! Register for the Hood River Youth Nordic Ski Program to take advantage of the transportation, coaching/supervision and ski with your friends and classmates!
Need a Teacup Lake Nordic pass?
Participants will receive a pass each session at no additional cost
REGISTRATION OPENS mON, NOV 4 (5 pM)
Youth Nordic Ski Program Registration $309/student
Fee pays for round-trip transportation, coaching, and supervision
Register for the HRMS Pick-up Location
Register for the WyEast Middle School Pick-up Location
REFUNDS
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We do not offer refunds for this program if there are cancellations due to inclement weather
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If there are cancellations due to weather, we will make up a maximum of one session
Financial Assistance
Visit our Financial Assistance page
IMPORTANT FORMS LINKS
*Volunteer Parents are needed to help transport equipment to the ski resort as well as other tasks as needed
Teacup Lake Nordic Center Minor Consent Form (only for students taking lessons) Spanish / English
Student Code of Conduct Form: Spanish / English
Providence Clinic Information Sheet: Spanish / English
Ski Safety Video
Nordic Ski Safety Info
Sign Up for Teacup Lake E-News (scroll to bottom page)
QUESTIONS
For Youth Nordic Ski Program questions contact the Recreation Supervisor
CONTACT HOOD RIVER VALLEY PARKS RECREATION DISTRICT
For help with registration, payments, or financial assistance
Jaime Rivera, Recreation Supervisor
Gio Magana-Rivera, Recreation Assistant
Recreation phone #: (541) 386-2055
