Wednesday

So, we can’t ski tomorrow because of the potential snowstorm. However, we do have the opportunity to meet at Riverside and wax skis and hand out equipment.
We will meet from 11-2pm or a time within then. This will be the last chance to wax prior to our meet Thursday Dec. 5th.
Why aren’t we skiing if there’s snow? With the first snow fall of year it takes a day or two for the new snow to get packed, groomed and set allowing us to ski on top of the snow and giving us a base.
If all goes to forecast, snow tonight, Friday and Saturday. Everything gets groomed and we’re skiing Monday:)
Remember stay active over break. Continue with our strength, balance and core work!

Hope to see you tomorrow! Drive safe.

Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday

Monday and Tuesday's practice will be at Riverside Park. Parents pick up there at 5:30.

Monday

• Meet with your same ride share group after school to get to Riverside. 
• The practice will be split into an outside session and ski waxing demonstration.
• New skiers please bring your skis. We will help you put on your first layers of wax.
• (you can store skis in activity office at Tech or office at South)
• Returning skiers don't bring your skis. We will be handing out wax benches to individuals who are willing to host small wax groups from their house. If that's you discuss with parents please! Small place in the garage or unfinished basement is needed. Wax residue will make floors slippery during the winter season. 

Tuesday

• Most of the practice will be outside. 
• Bring a sense of adventure.
• Temps look a little colder so gloves and a hat are recommended. 

Wednesday

• We will have a morning practice 8- Noonish 
• Plan on skiing!!!
• Still working out busing or ride info. More info to come. 
• Choir students can leave early but a most to show up!

Our first race is THURSDAY, DECEMBER 5th. That is the first Thursday after break!! Let's make sure we're ready!

Thursday 21st & Friday 22nd

Thursday we are at Tech again. Outdoor/Indoor The rain looks to be over in the morning with cold temps and wind to follow. Dress warm, pack the gloves and a hat.

Friday we'll head back at the Beaver Island trailhead. Practice will end at 5pm again due to darkness.
Remember a warm jacket for post run or ski.
We'll make sure to coordinate rides again, but everything went pretty smooth last time.

Let's remember to try and do the little things throughout the day that will improve our overall health contributing to better energy, recovery and skiing! Add a little water and eat whole food, simple first steps:)

Wednesday 20th

So much fun today! I think there was only one bear sighting by the runners. No one had to use the orientation skills I offered up before practice, win, win!

Back to Tech tomorrow, Wednesday. Indoor/outdoor.

Reminders: If you haven't turned in your ski equipment form please do.
  The Captains Team Clothing order is due Friday. Talked to them if you don't know the link.

See you tomorrow.

Tuesday 19th

Nice work today. Enjoyed all the laughs with the different drills!

So tomorrow we will be doing a trail run for everyone without roller skis and roller ski for everyone else. A change of scenery will be refreshing. 
The Team will meet at the Beaver Island trailhead near FedEx off Clearwater Road.
All students will meet with their assigned drivers and ride the mile to the trail.


Please plan an early pick up for 5pm.
Bring a warm jacket to wear post work out. A water bottle to hydrate.
With temps in the 40's you don't want to overdress for the run portion.

Monday, 18th

Dryland week 2.
We will continue to meet at Door 2 for the start of practice. 3:40ish.
We'll start outside and come back in for the second half of practice.
Depending on the weather this week way may get a couple days of roller skiing in. Maybe a trail run as well.
Central MN Nordic Ski Club does have a small man made snow loop up and running at the old Sartell High School. Might be an option for the weekend.

Little reminder, let's remember water bottles this week!

See everyone tomorrow.

WOW

Well the fundraiser was more successful then we could have imagined! Never before have we sold so many, all of them, Spruce Tip Planters on the first day. I know some of us still have orders we took to fill, so unfortunately we're in a holding pattern right now. We're going to see if we can order more. If you would like to let friends and family know we are super thankful for their support and hopeful to get more, however currently don't take new orders.

Friday: back at Tech, meet at door 2 (activity door) from now on. We all know the routine now so let's try and be a bit more prompt at the start of practice. We will be outside to start then back inside for the second half of practice.

If there is interest we could maybe try a little roller skiing on Saturday. We'll talk more tomorrow.

Fantastic job tonight everyone. Thanks again!!

Spruce Tip Planter Fundraiser Thursday Extravaganza:)

It's been a wonderful first three days! We've made the most of each day given the conditions. All students who needed skis are fit:) We are rolling.

Tomorrow; Thursday, we are assembling Spruce Planters at our Captains Karl's house.
Dress warm! We assemble outside. Work gloves are nice. We will have snacks and hot chocolate. Feel free to bring something if you'd like.
Parents will pick up at his house near old Tech at 5:30. I believe an email with the address went out. If not your kids can text it.
Just a reminder that these represent Tech and our Nordic Team. Please assemble each one like your name was going to be stamped on it. Friends and family are offering their support so let's give them a quality product.
South students will be walking over together. Remember meet at the Tennis court doors.

Spruce Pots will be available for pick-up immediately after practice! Checks are made out to Tech Nordic. 

Remember you are all now equipped with more then adequate dance moves for any awkward school dance;)

Week 1 Day 1!

Welcome new and returning Tech Nordic skiers! I'm looking forward to seeing everyone again. We kick things off with a week of dryland and knocking out Team chores. We'll get the body and mind ready for the transition to snow and skiing. Snow dances are never out of the question, so maybe start practicing your moves tonight.

The week ahead.

Monday Nov. 11th, Practice will start in the Tech commons area. You can't miss us.
We'll start at 3:45. I want to allow time for students to get lockers if they choose to and South students to figure out timing with the Activity bus.

• We will be going outside for the first part of practice so dress accordingly. High temp is forecast to be 17. Gloves, hat and maybe a neck warmer:-) Once we get running your core will warm up quite quickly.
• Bring shorts and a T-Shirt. Part II of practice will be back inside.
• This week we will be doing ski fitting and assembling Spruce Pots.
• Spruce Pots will be available for pick up this week! Remember 5 is your goal. More is welcome support.
• Student transportation: I will be sending a form home with your students to have parents sign and talk over. A more detailed e-mail will be coming out as well. 
• If you weren't at the parent meeting please send me your email address and student name. lance.beuning@isd742.org 
• Boots. With the cold weather we may be skiing sooner than later, so rent or buy your boots. NNN style to match with the ski bindings we have on Team skis.

I'm super excited for tomorrow and the new Season ahead!  Have a wonderful Sunday. See everyone Monday!