Welcome to the U of A Nordic Academy Summer Camp!

Elk Island Fall Camp

Open to all Clubs!

University of Alberta Nordic Academy will be hosting a two day fall training camp in Elk Island National Park. Activities will include various nordic related activities.

September 20 and September 21, 2019

Camp is free for U of A Nordic full-time athletes. NO registration necessary - please sign up on Team Snap instead of Zone4.

The cost for the camp is $30 for athletes from other clubs and for U of A Nordic part-time athletes.

The camp will be based out of the Astotin Lake Campground. Reservations for camping spots can be reserved at 1-877-RESERVE (1-877-737-3783) or online at https://www.pc.gc.ca/en/pn-np/ab/elkisland/activ/activ2/a

Camping spots and entry fees to the park are NOT included in the camp fees. Fees for camping are $36.50 per night per site and $7.50 for day passes for the park.

Itinerary

Friday Sept 20

2:00-7:00 Arrive at Astotin Lake Campground. Supper is on your own. Get settled in your camping area.

7:30-9:00 Meet in the cook shelter in loop 1-40. This will be our main meet up location.

Introductions, games and just all around fun

9:00- Campfire including S’mores and goodies

Saturday Sept 21

9:00 Meet at camp Kitchen for the days instructions

9:15-11:30 Canoeing on Astotin Lake. No paddling experience necessary. We will have a Voyageur canoe and canoes for everyone to use

We will have to be packed up and ready to leave.

11:30-1:00 Pack up canoes and have Lunch

1:00-3:00 Roller Ski/Run/Bike. If you have not Roller skied before you will have the option to run or bike. Roller ski session will include technique and then long slow distance.

3:30-5:00 Functional fitness

5:00 Departure

What to bring:

• For canoeing you will need clothes and shoes that you can get wet. PFD’s and paddles will be provided.
• All you roller ski equipment INCLUDING a helmet. If you plan on biking a helmet will also be required. Plan on being outside all day. Be prepared for this. Warm clothes are a must!
• A smile and a great attitude (I know you always have these)

CAMP ACTIVITIES SUBJECT TO CHANGE

NOTE - YOU MUST BE A MEMBER IN GOOD STANDING WITH A REGISTERED NORDIC OR BIATHLON CLUB TO PARTICIPATE IN THIS CAMP

There are no refunds.