Greetings NENSA Community!

Our 2019 NENSA online Auction is LIVE!
Go to: www.32auctions.com/nensa2019 to check out all the wonderful items, with more things being added each day. Bid early and bid often and thanks so much for supporting NENSA with this important online annual fundraiser. Please share this 32auctions link with friends and family ~ the more folks who know about our auction, and who bid, can help NENSA meet our goal of raising $15,000 in the next two weeks! Thanks!

This past weekend I had the pleasure of attending the FIS North American Technical Delegate (TD) Conference in Minneapolis MN. We had a great contingency of 8 New England TD's, as well as TD's from across the country, Canada, Taiwan, Japan, Chile and Argentina. It was great to be at the site of the March 17th WC sprint races - to be able to work on the TD aspects of that course, and be a part of such a great group of individuals. A special shout out to Ollie Burruss of Craftsbury, for becoming a FIS Level 3 TD!

Check out what's in this weeks issue in the boxes below:
  • The NENSA Auction! We have so many amazing items available this year!
  • NENSA High Peaks Cyclery Rollerski Series Recap and overall winners for 2019
  • VIDEO from Bill Greene's Maine TV show of the NENSA Maine Event held 10/27
  • Updates from our NENSA sponsors and supporters including tomorrow's LL Bean Team Night, Fischer Demo Days in West Yellowstone, and a piece on Jessie Diggins from the Chicago Tribune
  • NENSA's Calendar of Events!

If you haven't been to our NENSA website lately ~ check it out ~ we have a whole new look! We hope these changes make your navigation easier this winter!

See you on the trails soon, and wishing you all a very happy Thanksgiving!
Best,
Amie

Amie W. Smith
Executive Director
New England Nordic Ski Association
Amie@nensa.net

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NENSA News from the Field
Highlights and Notes from NENSA and the Nordic World
NENSA Announces our GET SKIING
FREE Membership
for First Time Members
2019-2020 NENSA  GETSKIING  MEMBERSHIP: FREE!!!!
Good for First-Time NENSA Members only
Yes, you heard that correctly ~ we want everyone to  GET SKIING , so we are offering anyone, of any age ~ Youth, juniors, seniors, masters, parents, grandparents, a FREE membership to NENSA  (if you have never been a NENSA member before) . This is a great way to try our NENSA programing this coming season and join in all the summer, fall and winter fun! You can try out that rollerski race, BKL program, an Eastern Cup race, a Citizen’s race or a coaching clinic, and your NENSA membership is FREE! 
Click here to   JOIN NENSA TODAY
If you are already a NENSA member ~ THANK YOU! Click here to  RENEW   your membership today. June is the official start of our new membership year, so take a few minutes to renew, or join for free, and GET SKIING today!
NENSA's online Auction is LIVE!
Here is a preview of just a few of the AWESOME items
we have for you this year!
  • Ciclismo Classico - Taste of Tuscany Bike Tour
  • Salomon S/Lab Classic AND Pursuit boots
  • Rossignol Gear bags for your boots/gear and skis & poles
  • A set of Nokian Tyres!
  • Trapp Family Lodge 2 night and 3 night get-a-ways
  • Fine Art: a beautiful bronze sculpture of a cross country skier on a VT marble base
  • Kennebec Cheese
  • Hosmer Wine
  • Concept2 ~ ERG of your choice!
  • LL Bean duffel
  • Highland Lodge 2 night get-a-way
  • Jessie Diggins Olympic autographed posters
  • Craftsbury Outdoor Center family membership and one-night get-a-way
  • SKIDA gift pack of a hat, neckwarmer and headband in their latest fabrics
  • UnTapped sample packs - waffels, fuel and drink mixes, and, an UnTapped SKIDA headband
  • Gift Certificates from New Balance, Marathon Sports, Salt Hill Pub, Three Tomatoes Trattoria, Heartbreak Hill Running, Didrik, LL Bean....and more
  • Vinalhaven Maine vacation rental
  • Laughing Moon Chocolates gift basket
  • VT Wide Plank Flooring
  • Blueberry Hill Inn overnight and breakfast
  • AND SO MUCH MORE!!! Come back next week to start your bidding!
A Great Video
from Bill Greene's Maine Televsion Program
of NENSA's Maine Event Agility Sprint
that aired 11/9/19
Click HERE to watch ~ and enjoy!
NENSA's Rollerski Series Recap and Overall Series Winners Announced
The 2019 rollerski season saw growth and increased involvement from clubs throughout the Northeast and beyond. Although the conclusion of the Series was a disappointment — with the cancellation of two of the final three races — it is clear that NENSA’s developing programming is helping fuel excitement and out of season competition regionally and nationally. We owe a huge shout out to our key sponsors — High Peaks Cyclery, the 2019 Series sponsor, and prize sponsor EnjoyWinter.com, including Swenor the official rollerski for the 2018 and 2019 season — their support makes these programs possible!
Link to full story, winners, and lots more great photos HERE

From warmer days...the lead pack of men as they headed up the App Gap on 8/2/19
NENSA's Women's Day Registration is OPEN
Save the Date: Bethel Village Trails at The Bethel Inn, Bethel, ME, February 23, 2020

Link to more info and registration page click HERE
NENSA WAXING POLICY
2019-2020 SKI SEASON
Mission Statement:  NENSA is committed to making safe and supportive competitive events for all cross country skiers. Concerns about fluorinated waxes have emerged from three schools of thought: the health implications of exposure, the environmental effects involved with the raw materials in many of the wax products, and the competitive advantage certain clubs may gain due to the perceived complexities of available products. NENSA would like to address these issues and help reduce the dependence on fluorinated waxes through education and waxing guidelines.
It is important to note that the wax industry will shift as the international market responds to mounting regulation of ingredients in Europe. We hope our stance will promote a healthy environment for athletes, technicians, spectators and New England venues. These policies are based on trust and NENSA cannot enforce compliance.

Click HERE to see our NENSA Wax Policy for the 2019-20 Season
SafeSport Program
U.S. Ski & Snowboard, our National Governing Body (NGB) requires the following individuals complete training provided by the U.S. Center for SafeSport:

Individuals associated with Member Clubs (that means any NENSA club)

  • Adult athlete members of Member Clubs, except Short Term Athlete Members due to their limited participation and Master Athletes who do not i) have regular contact with minor athletes or ii) have authority over minor athletes
  • Adult members (who are not athletes) of Member Clubs who i) have regular contact with athletes, or ii) have authority over athletes
  • Employees and Board Members of Member Clubs
  • Individuals providing services to Member Clubs, including but not limited to contractors, volunteers, interns, who i) have regular contact with athletes or ii) have authority over athletes
  • More info here: https://usskiandsnowboard.org/safesport-athlete-safety/safesport-training

NENSA urges ALL New England coaches, parent volunteers, venue volunteers and anyone working with youth to take the SafeSport on-line course and get certified. NENSA requires this of all our staff and volunteer coaches and wax techs at JN's and REG Camps. Please take time this season to be sure all your club volunteers and coaches are SafeSport certified. Do it today. Go to: https://www.safesport.org

Further information on SafeSport, and important updates made as of 4/15/19 to the SafeSport Program, can be found on our NENSA website HERE
E xciting News from our Partners:
L.L. Bean Nordic Team Night
Coaches, Teams and Parents
Thursday, November 21st, 4:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
L.L. Bean Bike, Boat and Ski Store
 57 Main Street, Freeport, Maine
Information – 207-552-7670 

4:00 - 5:00 p.m. – Dryland Training  
·       Dryland Training with NENSA's Tom Weir and Bowdoin's Nathan Alsobrook (parking lot behind store)
o   Athletes must bring signed Participant Agreement or have a coach present to sign
Snacks, energy bars, and drinks provided after workout
 
5:30-6:30 p.m. – Clinics
·       Fundamentals of Efficient Classic Ski Technique with Nathan Alsobrook, Bowdoin College Head Nordic Ski Coach (1st Floor)
o   A detailed analysis of Classic ski technique for coaches and athletes.
·       Stretching and Foam Rolling with Joel Hinshaw, Freeport High School Nordic Team Head Coach & L.L.Bean Wellness Employee (2nd Floor)
o   While stretching and foam rolling Joel will teach the importance of nutrition, hydration, and how to warm up and cool down properly

6:30 p.m. – Meet and Greet with Kris Freeman: FOUR-TIME OLYMPIC XC SKIER, MULIT-SPORT ATHLETE & TYPE 1 DIABETES ADVOCATE
·       Get an autographed picture after Kris gives a quick motivational talk 

5:00 - 8:30 p.m. 
·       Waxing Demonstrations by Swix & Toko Professionals (service shop)
o   Learn skate and classic waxing techniques that will help improve your performance and enjoyment this season
·       1000 Meter Ergometer Head to Head Sprint Races (ski shop 1 st  floor)
o   Challenge yourself against other local racers for the chance to win great prizes
·       Podium Photo Booth Contest
o   Jump up on the podium and post your victory photo to win a gift card
·       Get Sized Up-  Factory Reps will help you select all the gear you’ll need for a successful season. 
o   Sales reps will be available from Salomon, Rossignol, Fischer, Craft, Swix, Toko, Darn Tough Vermont, Redd Energy Bars & L.L. Bean
o   Special team pricing for team members this night only!
o    NEW THIS YEAR!!    We will have inventory on hand from Swix, Fischer, Rossignol, Darn Tough, and Redd Bars.  We will also be taking special orders.
o   Coaches, this is the time to get your wax order in for the season! Special team night pricing will be available from Swix & Toko. 

L.L.Bean Nordic Ski Team Cards will be distributed to all eligible athletes.   Each card entitles the athlete to 1 free hotbox and a 20% discount throughout the race season (expires February 29 th ).

There will be several door prizes and raffles throughout the evening!
How Olympic Gold Medalist Jessie Diggins Works to be Her Own Best Cheerleader
Minnesotans have loved pro cross-country skier Jessie Diggins, who grew up in Afton, Minn., since long before her dramatic Olympic gold-winning finish ("Here comes Diggins! Here comes Diggins!") brought her international fame in 2018. But for Diggins, who got treatment for bulimia as a teen at the Emily Program, loving herself hasn't always been so easy.  ...Read the Full Story at ChicagoTribune.com
Fischer Skis Opens 2019 West Yellowstone Demo Reservations
Fischer Skis announces the return of their online demo reservation system for use throughout dates of the West Yellowstone Ski Festival, Reserve Fischer Demo equipment for on-trail testing to learn how Fischer technology makes for a better on-snow experience. The 2019 West Yellowstone Ski Festival will take place November 26th -30th in West Yellowstone, MT.

Demos will be available for reservation from Tuesday through Friday.
Upcoming Events
A Look Ahead at the NENSA Calendar
Upcoming NENSA Events: