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New Event: Spring Fling

March 16, 2022/in News
Who: All are welcome! NSAA Members bring trail pins for special prizes
What: Fun for the whole family, grill out, enjoy Turnagain Brewing, and hang out with Olympians and world-class skiers. Photos and autographs 6-7 pm.
When: April 6th, 2022 5-8 pm
Where: Kincaid Park at the Biathlon Range- Park in the lower parking lot and walk/ski on over
Volunteers make fun events happen!! Sign up to volunteer: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/8050F4FABAB2AA2FC1-spring

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Michael Martin Youth & Sports Development Endowment Fund

January 28, 2022/in News

NSAA and Northrim Bank are honored to announce a new endowment for the benefit of Alaska youth skiing in memory of the late Michael Martin, Northrim Bank’s Chief Operating Officer, who passed away unexpectedly on Nov. 11.

The Michael Martin Youth & Sports Development Endowment fund was created with a $100,000 donation from Northrim and is supported with additional donations from the community. The funds will be used to ensure that NSAA is able to promote cross-country skiing as a health and wellness activity and is made available to children of low-income families and throughout diverse neighborhoods.

NSAA Executive Director Kikkan Randall shared, “We are extremely grateful to Northrim Bank and the Martin family for this generous gift that will allow us to celebrate Michael’s legacy and get more kids and families into the sport of cross-country skiing. Michael Martin brought such incredible energy, heart, and enthusiasm to our community and we are committed to keeping that energy alive through the resources this endowment fund will provide.”

Working with the Alaska Community Foundation, Northrim Bank has established this fund to benefit the NSAA’s Junior Nordic program on behalf of Michael Martin, a long-time member of its executive team. Junior Nordic teaches children aged 6-14 Nordic skiing techniques in a fun, welcoming environment and was very meaningful to Mr. Martin and his family. The program started in 1984 with just a few participants and now hosts more than 800 skiers a year.

Northrim Bank Chairman, President, and CEO Joe Schierhorn commented, “We are saddened by the sudden loss of Mr. Martin who was deeply committed to his family, Northrim Bank, and the larger community. We want to recognize his contributions in a long-term meaningful way and are pleased to provide this opportunity to allow more youth to participate in skiing and learn life skills that will follow them throughout their lives. Northrim is proud to be Alaskan and supports young Alaskans

in a variety of ways to encourage strong, healthy, and active communities.”

Through this generous donation from Northrim Bank, NSAA will be able to provide youth & sports development opportunities more broadly to children through the Anchorage area in the years to come. Learn more about the endowment and donate to support Here.

Jonathan, Beck, Owen, Isaac; Dave

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Olympic Viewing and Kickoff Celebration

January 28, 2022/in News
Join us next Friday, February 4th! ONE WEEK OUT! 
Check out the Facebook event for more details. 
Free parking is available, next to the Carr- Gottstein  Academic Center
6-8 pm
* Outdoor viewing of the Olympic Opening Ceremony Highlights
* Ski games & races for kids (will run throughout the evening)
* Meet & Ski with Former Olympians
 
8-10:30 pm
* Viewing of past World Cup & Olympic Races
 
10:30-11:30 pm
* LIVE Olympic Watch Party for Women’s 7.5+7.5km Skiathlon!
* Ski games & races for kids (will run throughout the evening)
This event is BYOC! (Bring your own chair)
Masks are required for use of indoor facilities.
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AMH Cup Race #3 Kincaid Classic is Canceled

January 22, 2022/in News
We hate to rain on everybody’s parade, but things are looking downright soggy out here on the trails at Kincaid. Due to warm temperatures and rain, we regret to inform you that tomorrow’s Kincaid Classic & Wooden Ski Race has been canceled. This decision was made with consideration for both possible icy driving conditions as well as an effort to maintain trail integrity. Refunds for the race will be issued on Monday. Our Kincaid classic race sponsors, the Sons of Norway encourage folks to get out there and do their snow dance in an effort to appease Ullr & Skadi, the Norse god & goddess of snow and skiing. Thank you to all the volunteers who were willing to come out this weekend!!
Disappointed about missing the race? We are too! We look forward to offering a community event in March to bring folks together as the daylight increases to celebrate another great season of skiing, friends and family.
Don’t forget to mark your calendars for February 13th for the Kincaid Sprint Relay!! This Valentine’s Eve race is great for couples, friends, and families alike! You can find more info on the AMH Anchorage Cup website.
See you at the start line,

 

Tyler Henegan

NSAA Sport Development Coordinator
(907) 310-0926
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NSAA Holiday Gift Giving

December 15, 2021/in News

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December 12, 2021/in News

To All NSAA Members,
Due to the extremely cold temperatures today, NSAA has decided to cancel the AMH Cup Race 1 event at Kincaid.
Please note that this was a tough decision, but was made with the safety of our volunteers and racers in mind. All racers will be given a full refund.
We look forward to seeing you at the next AMH Cup Race and wish you a pleasant Sunday afternoon.
Sincerely,
Tyler Henegan; NSAA Sport Development Coordinator
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Coloring Page Contest

December 2, 2021/in News

NSAA is hosting a coloring contest! A chance to win 1 Free Kids Cone ticket from Wild Scoops for 8 lucky Winners!

Children 12 and younger may enter.

 

  • Coloring page submissions will be allowed until Jan 23 !
  • Winners of the coloring contest will be chosen on Jan 25th
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November 21, 2021/in News
To All NSAA Members,
Due to the extremely cold temperatures today, the NSAA board has decided to postpone the in-person members only event at Kincaid.
Please note that this was a tough decision, but was made with the safety of our volunteers and vendors in mind. We will reschedule till a later date (TBD) and hopefully the temperature will be a little more agreeable. We look forward to celebrating the season and the snow with you all and wish you a pleasant Sunday afternoon.
Sincerely,
The NSAA Office Staff
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Ms Uff Da Book is Back!

November 15, 2021/in News

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First Real Snow!

November 11, 2021/in News, Trails

The snow is coming down and we can officially say that Winter Is Here!  Please swap your running shoes and hiking boots for those ski boots and skis, save the biking for the Multi-Use and Single Track trails and please refrain from bringing your best four legged furry friends to any of the ski trails (except for Multi-Use).  We work hard to maintain the trails for skiing only and really appreciate everyone’s cooperation.

With this first snow our goal is to create a good solid base. Some may think the groomers should get on the trails as soon as possible, however the opposite is the reality. The best way to establish a nice foundation is for YOU to get out there and ski it down first. This particular snow happens to be “poufy” and if the groomers get on it too soon, the skags on the snow machines may drag up dirt.  So, a light touch (you, the skier) is the best form of action at this early stage. We encourage you to head out to the trails and enjoy this winter’s first “real” snowfall and experience the peace and tranquility first hand, while it lasts.  Probably should use the rock skis though.

Also, our awesome snowmaking crew fired up the system this week and will continue to make snow on the Snow Making Loop (SML) as long as the conditions are favorable. So please ski with caution in that area (or just avoid it completely) and be aware of hoses, cords and grooming equipment on those trails. Happy Winter!!

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