Ski Cubs
Welcome to skiing! Ski cubs is a learn to ski program for kindergarten and first/second graders who want an entry to the sport of Nordic skiing. This after school program meets once per week and includes all equipment, a snack, and fun on classic skis directly from the elementary school.
Program Details
This six-week program runs from January through February, offering a fun introduction to classic skiing with games and instruction. Ski Cubs is separate from Methow Valley Nordic Team practices. The Ski Cubs program removes barriers (transportation, ski gear, cost) to welcome any child who has an interest in trying this fun and accessible sport in our Valley.
Cost
FREE - We are committed to inclusivity and aim to make this introduction to Nordic skiing accessible and barrier-free for all young skiers.
Thank you to our partners Methow Valley School District, Sun Mountain Ski, Methow Valley Ski School & Rentals, Winthrop Mountain Sports, Methow Trails and Methow Cycle and Sport who make this collaboration such a success!
Times/Dates
Kindergartners: Tuesdays, January and February, afterschool until 4:45pm
1st & 2nd graders: Thursdays, January and February, afterschool until 4:45pm
Transportation
We ski from the Elementary School every session, using the lower portions of the McCabe trails at the High School. Bus transportation will be provided if low snow conditions require moving the sessions.
Instruction
Instruction is provided by Methow Valley Nordic coaches, instructors, and volunteers. Coaches will be present to greet and oversee students from the end of school until pickup.
Equipment
Skis and boots are provided for each session, compliments of Sun Mountain Ski, Methow Valley Ski School & Rentals, and Methow Cycle and Sport. (Poles are only used - and will be provided - the last two sessions).
Skiers must come prepared with warm and appropriate clothing for an hour in the snow. If you have trouble coming up with the clothing, please email justine@mvnsef.org.
Registration
Limited to twenty (20) kindergartners and (28) 1st and 2nd graders.
*You’ll create an account through our registration platform, but everything is free.