General

Unfortunately we do not have enough snow for Telemark to open for skiing this Saturday Dec 8th so…

 Coaching Better Clinic – Classic is postponed till January 9th 2019. (Originally scheduled for Wed Dec 5th)

We will be optimistic and hope that the Dec 19th, 2018 skate clinic might still run.

This Saturday Dec 8th, 2018 there will be NO lessons for Bunnies, Jackrabbit 1 or Jackrabbit 2.

There will be dry land and equipment training for the 8+ groups only.  This includes JR3, JR4, Track Attack, and Adventurers.  Meet at the Telemark Lodge @10:30. Each group will be planning their activities for that day.  The rental shop will not be open or have staff, but if any coaches want to size equipment for the kids in their group, we can have the rental area made available.  Please let me know.

Tuesday night Dec 11, 2018 no lessons.  First Tuesday night ski will be Jan 8th 2019.

Saturday Dec 15, 2018 – we will hope for snow and make the call closer to the date.

Registration is almost finalized and group lists will be sent to head coaches shortly.

Thanks, Michelle

December has arrived and there is a dusting of snow on the peaks in the valley.  I can almost feel the excitement and anticipation.  My skis are in the garage, storage wax scrapped off.  Mike says “conditions permitting, we are ready for a December 15 opening.  We just need one more good snow dump”.   JP Squire wrote a nice article in the Capital News — if you missed it, click here for the article.

According to Deren, “if the snow cooperates, jackrabbits, bunnyrabbits, and adventurers programs will start on December 15.  We sent an information sheet out to all those registered.  If you did not receive, please drop a note to our program coordinator Michelle.

Futher, Deren says “the jackrabbit program is waitlisted, but I will ensure your child gets a spot if you volunteer to help us run the program. You can look forward to 2 hours of fun in the snow with your child and their friends every Saturday morning. You don’t even have to put on skis.”  There are still a few openings in bunnyrabbits.

Today (Saturday, Dec 1) is the last day to purchase your season pass and have it count towards Telemark’s quest for bragging rights in the 2018 CCBC membership contest.  You will also be entered in Telemark’s  6th and final Prize Pac draw for club members.  Thank you to all the new-and-returning members who helped put Telemark in a dead heat vs Sovereign Lake and Caledonia clubs.  Go Telemark!

Hoping to see you on the snow in 2 weeks

 

On Saturday, 3 November 2018 Telemark Nordic Club in West Kelowna is proud to offer the public an opportunity to experience the thrill of Biathlon shooting. Come try your hand at shooting under the supervision of our coaching staff on a certified Biathlon range.

Schedule

• 1200 -1300: Complete forms at range and pay.
• 1215 -1300: Complete safety briefing. Sessions every 15 minutes.
• 1220-1400: Complete two bouts of shooting 2 magazines each time!

Smokies and buns available for purchase. Prizes and Wrap up!

Cost
$15 range fee – cash only please (minimum age to shoot is 8 years old)

Point of Contact
Murray Carlson 250-808-4511

Isn’t that beautiful?  And it comes a mere 18 hours before early bird pricing ends.  Coincidence?  Not likely!

A big thanks to the 30+ people who came up to the Nordic Centre on Saturday to help us get things in shape for the ski season.  You made a significant contribution.

 

Heads up, parents who love to ski or parents of kids who love to ski.  As of today, our bunny rabbit (4 and under) and jack rabbit (5-12) programs are over half full.  These are tremendously popular programs and they tend to fill up quickly this time of year.  If you want to ensure you have a spot for your child, register soon.

Even better, register your child and then take the coaching course on November 30 so you can integrate right into the action!  This is a national coaching certification workshop lead by seasoned professional skiers / trainers.  We are hosting the course at Telemark this year, and the club will reimburse your fees if you have a child in any of our programs!

Questions?  Lots of details here or contact Deren Sentesy for more information.