Recreation / Fitness
derek.estabrook@farmersdairy.ca
What is Nordic Fest? It's a 2-day Nordic ski festival celebrating cross country skiing, biathlon, and snowshoeing, and it's coming to Ski Martock February 9-10. Nordic Fest will be hosted by the Martock Nordic Ski Club. The objective of Nordic Fest is to bring Nova Scotians of all ages and skiing abilities together to celebrate and participate in Nordic skiing in a fun, inclusive atmosphere. The Festival will feature both fun, recreational events to encourage participation and competitive races to showcase our region's best cross country skiers. Think of Nordic Fest like a fun run on snow!
Martock is a not for profit society. The event is hosted by our club and supported by Ski Martock, The Trail Shop, Cross Country Ski Nova Scotia, and Biathlon Nova Scotia.
Competitive Classic Cross Country Skiing Races - Interval Starts (30 seconds apart). Again something for all ages - from 1km or 2.5km for the younger participants to 5km, 7.5km, or 10km for the older participants.
Fun Mass Participation Ski or Snowshoe Loppet - NOT TIMED, Mass start at 11:30 a.m. 2.5km for snowshoers and 2.5km or 5km for skiers (any style).
Lunch is included (chili, rolls, and hot chocolate).
Nordic skiing company representatives will be on site during the weekend and we'll have instructors from the Martock Nordic Ski Club available to give informal lessons and skiing tips to all participants.
Register at zone4.ca
derek.estabrook@farmersdairy.ca
What is Nordic Fest? It's a 2-day Nordic ski festival celebrating cross country skiing, biathlon, and snowshoeing, and it's coming to Ski Martock February 9-10. Nordic Fest will be hosted by the Martock Nordic Ski Club. The objective of Nordic Fest is to bring Nova Scotians of all ages and skiing abilities together to celebrate and participate in Nordic skiing in a fun, inclusive atmosphere. The Festival will feature both fun, recreational events to encourage participation and competitive races to showcase our region's best cross country skiers. Think of Nordic Fest like a fun run on snow!
Martock is a not for profit society. The event is hosted by our club and supported by Ski Martock, The Trail Shop, Cross Country Ski Nova Scotia, and Biathlon Nova Scotia.
Competitive Classic Cross Country Skiing Races - Interval Starts (30 seconds apart). Again something for all ages - from 1km or 2.5km for the younger participants to 5km, 7.5km, or 10km for the older participants.
Fun Mass Participation Ski or Snowshoe Loppet - NOT TIMED, Mass start at 11:30 a.m. 2.5km for snowshoers and 2.5km or 5km for skiers (any style).
Lunch is included (chili, rolls, and hot chocolate).
Nordic skiing company representatives will be on site during the weekend and we'll have instructors from the Martock Nordic Ski Club available to give informal lessons and skiing tips to all participants.
Register at zone4.ca
Pricing & Tickets
Pricing: $20/event or $30/day (there are 2 events each day). The fee includes event fees, hot lunch (chili and rolls), and a limited edition microfiber neck tube. For anyone who doesn't have a Ski Martock season pass the fee is an additional $15/day.
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