MIDWEST ALPINE CHALLENGE

The Midwest Alpine Challenge started as an idea over two years ago, and it is coming up quickly on Saturday, January 25th, at Welch Village! This race aims to bring together all the different racing communities in the Midwest for one fun day. The planning has been a collaboration between several of the biggest racing communities in the area (Ski Challenge, Midwest Masters, and Midwest Race League), and the race format combines elements of NASTAR, High School, and USSS racing to create a unique experience for racers. This will be a GS race, with one run in the morning and one in the afternoon. The team portion of the race will be scored similar to a Ski Challenge race. There will be teams of 6 where the top 5 will count on each run. The fastest person in the race will be the ‘0’ handicap, and everyone will be scored off that person. Medal points will be tallied up to determine the winners. Cash prizes will also be awarded to the top 5 men and women in the race!

Individual results will be based on combined times. Photographers will be on-site taking action photos, and Midwest Skiers will be filming to put together a video. There are still a few team spots open, and there is still time to sign up! Get your team of 6 together, or sign up as an individual where you can join a waitlist to be added to a team (as spots are available). Head to midwestalpinechallenge.com for more information and to register!

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SATURDAY NASTAR OPEN RACES

• NO NASTAR this Saturday, January 18, due to the forecasted temperatures and winds. Anyone who has pre-registered and paid already will receive a refund.
• NO NASTAR on Saturday, January 25

Please join us on Saturday, February 1, when Saturday NASTAR resumes.

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TEAM PHOTOS

Tuesday - Week 3 - January 21

Wednesday DAY - Week 3 - January 22

Wednesday PM - Week 3 - January 22

Thursday - Week 4 - January 23

Sunday AM - Week 4 - January 26

Sunday PM - Week 4 - January 26

Monday - Week 4 - January 27**

**This date has changed from week 3 to week 4

Team photos are free to download, print, or share. They are included in your team fees.

CANCELATIONS

It is not The Ski Challenge's policy to cancel or postpone races; however, captains will be notified in the event of a cancelation. An e-mail will also go out to all participants who have opted in to our e-mail list. We usually do not cancel league events unless the ski area closes. Members should contact their team captain or check for notifications on our website and social media.

We understand it's a bummer when we can't race, but we can't control the weather, and we will do our best to make up any canceled races. If a cancellation occurs and we cannot make it up, we cannot give refunds on a per-race basis.

Please check our website for updates.

ROOM / LOCATION CHANGES.

The Event Center is not available for our use for the following days. We'll boot up in the Hutch and then head to the bar after the race for beverages, food, and camaraderie.

BHWEDD 5 - Feb 5

BHMON 6 - Feb 10

BHWEDP 7 - Feb 19

PLEASE KEEP IN MIND:

There is no outside food or beverages allowed in the Event Center. Please try to clean up before you leave by throwing away any Ski Challenge papers or reports you are done with. Please return any Ski Challenge newsletters to the front registration table if possible.

CHAMPIONSHIPS AT GIANTS RIDGE

Championships at Giants Ridge are scheduled for February 28 through March 2, 2025. This event is a fun-filled weekend with a lot of racing! Teams are divided into divisions with teams of similar abilities. There are also additional team and individual races that everyone can participate in, including non-Ski Challenge members! The weekend is finished with a Sunday Fun-day race day hosted by the Midwest Masters. All teams are invited to attend.