TNSC Loppet - March 24th, 2024
FUN FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY!
Where:
Temiskaming Nordic Ski Club, on Portage Bay Road (just north of the Cobalt turnoff -- intersection of Highway 11 & 11B)
Schedule of Events:
Community Sprint Relays
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[Cancelled]
Loppet
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Sunday, March 24th at Temiskaming Nordic Ski Club, 11 a.m. start
Events range from 0.5 km to 16 km, with both classical and freestyle technique options. See Race Event details below for more details and registration information.
Facilities and Food:
The Temiskaming Nordic Ski Club has a large heated log chalet with indoor washrooms, kitchen, waxing area and change rooms for men and women. The club offers ski and snowshoe rentals at very affordable, family-friendly rates.
On Sunday, a lunch (chili and bun, including vegetarian, and gluten-free options) will be available to purchase after the Loppet, starting at noon.
Prizes and Awards:
Weather-permitting, award presentations will take place outside the chalet at approximately 1:30 pm. Alternatively, awards will be inside in two separate presentations, with awards for the shorter distances first at approximately 12:30 pm.
Chief of Competition:
Anthony Story at
anthonystory(at)yahoo.ca
Race Secretary:
Jean-Francois Blain at
jeanfblain(at)gmail.com.
Race Events, Distances and Start Times:
All are MASS STARTS----->
11:00 AM:
0.5 km Classic/Skate
2 km Classic/Skate
11:20 AM:
4 km Classic/Skate
8 km Classic/Skate
16 km Classic/Skate
All participants can choose either classic or skate techniques.
Back by popular demand in 2024, skiathlon events (half classic; half skate) will also be available.
Registration Instructions:
** All racers must sign an Informed Consent and Assumption of Risk Agreement on the day of the events, unless registration is completed through Zone4.
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Register online for all events.
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On-line registration closes on Saturday, March 23th at 11:55 PM.
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Registrations received before 10:00 p.m. on Thursday, March 21st are appreciated since this will make planning the event (lunch numbers) easier for our volunteers.
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In-person registrations at the chalet will be accepted on the morning of the Loppet (before 10:00 a.m.)
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Pick up your race bib on race day at the chalet.
Entry Fee:
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Adults (19 and over): $20.00*
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Ages 12 to 18: $15.00*
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Ages 11 and under: $10.00*
*Plus applicable processing (credit card) fees