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March 2017
Stumpy’s Snowball Biathlon & Nordic Ski Jamboree
All ages are welcome! This is a fun & free cross-country ski event. There will be a 1K loop with 3 targets. Each skier will have 3 chances to hit the target with a snowball or have to do a penalty lap. This event is sponsored by Four Valleys Community School and the Girdwood Nordic Ski Club & hosted by Ari Stiassny.
Find out more »August 2017
October 2017
2nd Annual Girdwood Trail Marathon
The 2nd annual race starts at 10 a.m. at Alyeska Daylodge. Sign up is day-of-race only, beginning at 8 a.m. and costs $25. Expect muddy conditions for the challenging 24.7-mile course, which will do a large, counter-clockwise loop of the Girdwood Valley. The route will be the same as in 2016 but the direction is reversed. Runners should be prepared for minimal aid station support. Fun prizes will be awarded during post-race festivities at the Daylodge.
Find out more »Bonfire Night
Bonfire at the 5K Trailhead Kiosk. Hot Drinks Available. Bring a headlamp and a friend
Find out more »December 2017
Annual Solstice Celebration of Light
Headlamps, and lighted costumes encouraged. Meet at the Nordic trailhead, and ski the 1K loop in Celebration of Solstice. We will have Hot Chocolate for sale in NEW moose mugs - $20.
Find out more »April 2018
Stumpy Snowball Biathlon Friday April 6th 6:00 PM
Come out and enjoy the fun! Support our young skiers. Arlberg Parking lot and around the 5K kiosk. See you at 6:00 PM
Find out more »Stumpy Snowball Biathlon April 6 at 6:00PM
Come out and support our young skiers. Arlberg Lot at 5K base.
Find out more »Stumpy’s Snowball Biathlon & Nordic Ski Jamboree & BBQ
Join us for this fun, FREE event! Stumpy's Snowball Biathlon & Nordic Ski Jamboree & BBQ will be held on Friday, April 6th at 6pm. The race starts at 6:15! Meet at the first meadow next to the new nordic trail parking area. The XC Ski is approximately 1K loop with 3 targets. You get three chances to hit the targets or ski a short penalty lap. Don't miss this fun event for all ages!!
Find out more »April 2019
2019 Alyeska Skimeister
ALYESKA SKIMEISTER - SATURDAY, APRIL 20th It's a spring tradition! The SkiMeister, presented by Girdwood Nordic Ski Club and Alyeska Resort, is a FUN combination of Alpine, Nordic and Bike racing. Start at the top of the tram for the alpine descent, transition at the hotel for the bike and nordic legs. Individuals and Teams, Race and Recreation classes are welcome. Prizes for all competitors, food, music, and silent auction!! Proceeds of the race support the Girdwood Nordic Ski Club! Celebrate Alyeska’s final weekend with one final hoorah! CLICK HERE TO REGISTER NOW This is a FUNdraiser and all proceeds go toward the Girdwood Nordic Ski Club. PRIZES for ALL competitors from great local sponsors. The race starts and ends at the Hotel Alyeska. Parking will be at the back lots of the Hotel. The bib-pickup and transition zone (where you'll drop off your Nordic and bike equipment) will be at the Nordic Trail Parking Lot. More details on times and course will be posted soon!
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