Hello Team,
I hope that everyone is having a great start to the holidays!
Just a reminder that today is the last day to register for the camp - there are no race day registrations. The race notice and registration link can be found here:
https://xcskiontario.ca/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/Yuletide-Ski-Blast-Race-Notice-2019-REVISED-.pdf
https://zone4.ca/register.asp?id=22460&lan=1&cartlevel=1
Please don't forget to register both on Zone4 for the race, as well as to fill out the survey that Scott has sent around so that SOD knows who is coming!
The new plan for the day is as follows:
8am - Bib pickup (Madi will be there around 7:45am)
8:30am - Team meeting (probably at or near the start line)
9am - Race Start
11:30am (depending on race times) to 1pm: Lunch and follow up on goal setting
1:30-2:30pm - Ski with balance and downhill practice
3-3:30pm pick up!
If anyone has any questions about racing and/or warm ups and cool downs that they would like to include in a race plan before the camp, please feel free to email me at madison.fraser96@gmail.com.
Looking forward to seeing you all there and in race mode!
Wednesday, December 25, 2019
Saturday, December 14, 2019
Winter Camp Update
The Yuletide Blast is now tentatively rescheduled for December 28th, the day of the camp.
We will still be holding the camp on Saturday December 28th - the race will just be incorporated into the camp schedule.
Please come prepared to race, and bring a change of clothes for an easy afternoon workout as well (it will be short). An updated schedule will be sent out once the updated race notice is posted.
The race notice (not yet updated) can be found here if anyone is curious about the distance they will be racing: https://xcskiontario.ca/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/Yuletide-Ski-Blast-Race-Notice-2019.pdf
Until then, keep your fingers crossed for some good snowy weather!
We will still be holding the camp on Saturday December 28th - the race will just be incorporated into the camp schedule.
Please come prepared to race, and bring a change of clothes for an easy afternoon workout as well (it will be short). An updated schedule will be sent out once the updated race notice is posted.
The race notice (not yet updated) can be found here if anyone is curious about the distance they will be racing: https://xcskiontario.ca/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/Yuletide-Ski-Blast-Race-Notice-2019.pdf
Until then, keep your fingers crossed for some good snowy weather!
Wednesday, December 11, 2019
Winter Camp
Hey team,
I hope everyone is getting excited - the race season is almost here! A quick update for the winter camp:
The camp will be on December 28th at Highlands. The camp cost is $7 plus a trail ticket (we will buy a group set day-of).
Equipment list:
- skate skis, boots, and poles
- running shoes
- warm ski clothes x2 (one set for the morning, one for the afternoon)
- indoor exercise clothes
- lunch and snacks
- water and/or sport drink
- a watch (and heart rate monitor if you have one)
Here is the general schedule:
Meet at 9am
First workout will start at 9:30am and will be a skate ski (~ 2 hours)
Lunch
Workshop - follow up on goal setting, talk about race strategies
Second workout will be a second skate ski, focusing on agility (downhills and corners) and balance
We will end with some stretching and yoga
Camp will end at 3pm.
Please RSVP to this camp via email to either myself or Scott, or by filling out this survey if you haven't already: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScJXkUojzo89xaIY86xQYWHs97XMM3wqCx7IIxZ6UyBbQWh_g/viewform
To everyone racing this weekend either at Nakkertok or the Yuletide Blast - good luck! Remember to have fun out there - the first race on skis can often feel a bit rusty and off kilter.
If you need a reminder mid race, I recommend finding a spot on the course during the pre-ski where you will smile each time you pass it in the race - the bottom of a hill is always good!
Hope to see you all at the winter camp, but until then - Happy Holidays!
Coach Madi
I hope everyone is getting excited - the race season is almost here! A quick update for the winter camp:
The camp will be on December 28th at Highlands. The camp cost is $7 plus a trail ticket (we will buy a group set day-of).
Equipment list:
- skate skis, boots, and poles
- running shoes
- warm ski clothes x2 (one set for the morning, one for the afternoon)
- indoor exercise clothes
- lunch and snacks
- water and/or sport drink
- a watch (and heart rate monitor if you have one)
Here is the general schedule:
Meet at 9am
First workout will start at 9:30am and will be a skate ski (~ 2 hours)
Lunch
Workshop - follow up on goal setting, talk about race strategies
Second workout will be a second skate ski, focusing on agility (downhills and corners) and balance
We will end with some stretching and yoga
Camp will end at 3pm.
Please RSVP to this camp via email to either myself or Scott, or by filling out this survey if you haven't already: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScJXkUojzo89xaIY86xQYWHs97XMM3wqCx7IIxZ6UyBbQWh_g/viewform
To everyone racing this weekend either at Nakkertok or the Yuletide Blast - good luck! Remember to have fun out there - the first race on skis can often feel a bit rusty and off kilter.
If you need a reminder mid race, I recommend finding a spot on the course during the pre-ski where you will smile each time you pass it in the race - the bottom of a hill is always good!
Hope to see you all at the winter camp, but until then - Happy Holidays!
Coach Madi
Thursday, October 10, 2019
Update
Happy October everyone!
I hope that the first month of school is going well so far, and that you're enjoying the fall weather in training!
I have created a google doc for anyone that is looking to carpool to/from the camp. The link is below.
Just a reminder that the fall camp is Saturday, October 19th in Huntsvillle. The plan is to have the camp start at 9am (workout starts at 9:30), and end around 3:30pm.
The plan is as follows:
9:00am - Meet and Greet
9:30am - Track Workout (90min total)
11:30am - Lunch and Workshop (Goal Setting)
1pm - Rollerski Session Skate (about 60 min)
2:30pm - Jacket Ceremony
3:00pm - End of camp wrap-up
Pick up anytime between 3-3:30pm is great!
Also, just a reminder that we are getting into fall weather, so please dress for the season and be prepared with rain gear! A full equipment list can be found in the last blog post.
GoogleDoc for ride-sharing: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1e7LHwYpgPfsGcApr6KnBHz3dO0jEdNH0LUwcjjoVnj4/edit?usp=sharing
Happy Thanksgiving everyone, I look forward to seeing you at the fall camp!
I hope that the first month of school is going well so far, and that you're enjoying the fall weather in training!
I have created a google doc for anyone that is looking to carpool to/from the camp. The link is below.
Just a reminder that the fall camp is Saturday, October 19th in Huntsvillle. The plan is to have the camp start at 9am (workout starts at 9:30), and end around 3:30pm.
The plan is as follows:
9:00am - Meet and Greet
9:30am - Track Workout (90min total)
11:30am - Lunch and Workshop (Goal Setting)
1pm - Rollerski Session Skate (about 60 min)
2:30pm - Jacket Ceremony
3:00pm - End of camp wrap-up
Pick up anytime between 3-3:30pm is great!
Also, just a reminder that we are getting into fall weather, so please dress for the season and be prepared with rain gear! A full equipment list can be found in the last blog post.
GoogleDoc for ride-sharing: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1e7LHwYpgPfsGcApr6KnBHz3dO0jEdNH0LUwcjjoVnj4/edit?usp=sharing
Happy Thanksgiving everyone, I look forward to seeing you at the fall camp!
Tuesday, September 10, 2019
SOD Fall Camp
Hello Team!
I hope that everyone's summer has been filled with great weather, great training, and lots of adventures!
Below is a link for a Google Photos album of some pictures from the agility rollerski that took place on the Sunday of the XCSO Camp. Feel free to download or save any of the pictures!
Photos: https://photos.app.goo.gl/P1MXsHH2T16QHGRr9
Save the Date: The fall SOD camp will take place in Huntsville at the Summit Centre on October 19th.
Address: 20 Park Drive, Huntsville, ON
Draft Schedule:
Meet at 9am at the Summit Centre
AM: Track Workout with long recovery run and stretching
Lunch
PM: Skate Rollerski Session
Jacket Ceremony and Wrap-up
Camp ends at 3:30pm
Equipment needed:
- running shoes
- skate rollerskis
- skate poles
- skate boots
- helmet
- healthy lunch and some snacks
- change of clothes
- rain gear (just in case!)
- hat and sunscreen
- water bottles and/or drink belt
More information and a more detailed schedule will be sent out shortly!
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As I'm sure many of you have heard already, the ski community suffered a massive loss last week with the passing of Shelby Dickey. For those who didn't know her, Shelby was the SOD coach for the last two years, and was a strong competitor in skiing for many years before that. She was an incredible friend, teammate, and coach, known for her optimism, kindness, and determination. I have heard wonderful stories from many of the SOD athletes about their time being an athlete of Shelby's. She will be dearly missed. Athletes and parents who would like to send a message to the family or attend a memorial service, more information can be found here: https://memorials.carruthersdavidson.com/shelby-dickey/3961483/obituary.php
I hope that everyone's summer has been filled with great weather, great training, and lots of adventures!
Below is a link for a Google Photos album of some pictures from the agility rollerski that took place on the Sunday of the XCSO Camp. Feel free to download or save any of the pictures!
Photos: https://photos.app.goo.gl/P1MXsHH2T16QHGRr9
Save the Date: The fall SOD camp will take place in Huntsville at the Summit Centre on October 19th.
Address: 20 Park Drive, Huntsville, ON
Draft Schedule:
Meet at 9am at the Summit Centre
AM: Track Workout with long recovery run and stretching
Lunch
PM: Skate Rollerski Session
Jacket Ceremony and Wrap-up
Camp ends at 3:30pm
Equipment needed:
- running shoes
- skate rollerskis
- skate poles
- skate boots
- helmet
- healthy lunch and some snacks
- change of clothes
- rain gear (just in case!)
- hat and sunscreen
- water bottles and/or drink belt
More information and a more detailed schedule will be sent out shortly!
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As I'm sure many of you have heard already, the ski community suffered a massive loss last week with the passing of Shelby Dickey. For those who didn't know her, Shelby was the SOD coach for the last two years, and was a strong competitor in skiing for many years before that. She was an incredible friend, teammate, and coach, known for her optimism, kindness, and determination. I have heard wonderful stories from many of the SOD athletes about their time being an athlete of Shelby's. She will be dearly missed. Athletes and parents who would like to send a message to the family or attend a memorial service, more information can be found here: https://memorials.carruthersdavidson.com/shelby-dickey/3961483/obituary.php
Tuesday, July 16, 2019
XCSO Camp Update
Here are the latest updates about the XCSO camp, which is taking place July 27th and 28th.
Food:
Registration:
Helpful links:
Food:
- Athletes are responsible for food on Saturday. I recommend bringing sandwiches (dinner) and lots of snacks!
- All meals are provided on Sunday (breakfast, lunch, dinner), however pre and post training snacks will be up to the athlete to bring
- Bring lots of water and/or sport drink for workouts, and make sure that you have a drink belt or a way of carrying water with you on workouts
Camping:
- Camping equipment is not provided - I've created a GoogleDoc for the camp: if anyone does not have a tent, or has extra tents they are willing to bring, please post there so we can make sure everyone is well-equipped!
- Other camping equipment for athletes to bring includes sleeping bags, pillows, and sleeping mats
Parent volunteers:
- The XCSO Camp is looking for parent volunteers to help out over the weekend, especially with athlete transportation!
- If you are available over the weekend, please make a note in the GoogleDoc (link below) of when you are able to help out, if you will be able to drive athletes to/from training sessions, and how many people your car can fit.
- Parents are welcome to camp as well, and volunteers will be provided with camp meals.
Another note: the full camp goes from July 25th until July 30th. It is recommended for athletes U14 to do only the weekend training, however if you are interested please feel free to register for the full camp!
* I will only be attending on Saturday and Sunday
Registration:
- Registration closes July 25th
- Be sure to register on the athlete's registration page, not the coaches! (link below)
GoogleDoc for camping and parents:
https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/17cEBWuD6NjFrBgXKUr10YRULh78Hw27qChR9-mttjKI/edit?usp=sharing
https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/17cEBWuD6NjFrBgXKUr10YRULh78Hw27qChR9-mttjKI/edit?usp=sharing
Tentative Schedule:
https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1bMKxxAiwf1LMJ_bK-WNQs3kdYeWpGYe1m_uHRf1sSGA/edit?usp=sharing
https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1bMKxxAiwf1LMJ_bK-WNQs3kdYeWpGYe1m_uHRf1sSGA/edit?usp=sharing
Packing List:
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1JZBH-Me3ZbvbpKECF4RkwGL-xf1j25hfPHrJxgxY5D0/edit?usp=sharing
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1JZBH-Me3ZbvbpKECF4RkwGL-xf1j25hfPHrJxgxY5D0/edit?usp=sharing
Looking forward to an awesome weekend!
- Madi
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