All events are weather dependent.

Ski and Snowboard shows; Ski Swaps

October

Oct. 15-17: Seattle SkiFever and Snowboard Show; Washington State Convension Center, Seattle, WA: Fri. 1 p.m. - 10 p.m., Sat. 10 a.m. - 9 p.m., Sun. 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.; Adults $11, Juniors (6-12) $3; Under 6 Free; www.portlandskifever.com (2/10)
Oct. 28-31: 41st Annual Eugene Ski Swap; Friday, 6-9 p.m.; Saturday, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.; (541) 914-9584 after 5pm; www.eugeneskiswap.org (2/10)

November

Nov. TBA: Mercer Island Ski Swap, Mercer Island, WA; Consignment Check-in Friday 3-7:30pm. Swap, Saturday - 8:30 -4pm.; Island Middle School PTSA, partnered with Sturtevants Winter Sports, IMS Gym 8225 SE 72nd, www.miskiswap.net (2/10)
Nov. TBA: University of Puget Sound Ski/Snowboard Swap, Tacoma, WA; Saturday, 5pm - 9pm & Sunday, 9am - 5pm; Free; www.TacomaSkiSwap.com (2/10)
Nov. 5-7; Portland SkiFever and Snowboard Show; Portland Expo Center, Portland OR; Fri. 1 p.m. - 10 p.m., Sat. 10 a.m. - 10 p.m., Sun. 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.; Adults $11, Juniors (6-12) $3; Under 6 Free; www.portlandskifever.com (2/10)
Nov. 12-13: Newport Ski Swap; Newport High School, Bellevue, WA; Fri. - 5 p.m. - 9 p.m. & Sat. - 9 a.m. - 8 p.m.; Free entry; Consignment selling and new gear; www.skiswap.info (2/10)

December

Dec. 7: ONC’s Ski and Winter Sports Fair & Used Equipment, Portland, OR; Consignment Check-in Tuesday 5:15-6:15pm. Sale following. Free Admission; Multnomah Art Center, www.onc.org/pdx (3/10)

ALPINE SKI

Some Alpine ski races are open to Snowboarders.
Contact resort for details.

Ongoing: Avalanche Awareness Classes; 6-hours classroom instruction and one day field work; www.ridgeexploration.com
Marmot Mountain Works, Bellevue, WA; begins Jan. 5
REI Redmond, WA; begins Jan. 25
REI Seattle, WA; begins Jan. 27
University of Puget Sound, WA; begins Feb. 20
REI Issaquah, WA; begins Feb. 27

Ongoing: RaceMeisters Kids Racing, Summit West, WA; Dual matched racing for kids 8 - 2 years old. Every Friday night at Summit West includes two runs per night on wide open GS courses. Coaching and huge fun. www.racemeisters.com
Ongoing: CityLeague Team Ski Racing, Alpental & Summit West, Tuesday - Friday nights, 7:30pm; Teams of up to 12 skiers/snowboarders/tele’s compete in head to head matched racing geared to all abilities. www.cityleague.com (2/10)

Ongoing: Backcountry Skiing Skills Class, REI Seattle; rei.com (2/10)
Ongoing: Waxing 101, REI Seattle; learn to maintain your snowboards, cross-country, and alpine skis for optimum performance; rei.com (2/10)
Ongoing: Snowtubing, Summit Ski Area, Mount Hood, OR; offered by Portland Parks and Rec; (503) 823-5127, nharger@ci.portland.or.us (2/10)
Ongoing: Youth Downhill Skiing & Snowboarding, Summit Ski Area, Mount Hood, OR; offered by Portland Parks and Rec; ages 10-16; fee includes transportation, equipment rental and a 2-hour professional lesson; (503) 823-5127, nharger@ci.portland.or.us (2/10)

January

Jan. 10-11: HCSC Enter the Dragon 1, Mount Bachelor, OR; Slopestyle and Superpipe competitions; (800) 829-2442, www.mtbachelor.com (11/08)

Jan. 10: Cashmere Riverside Center; Wenatchee, WA; $10 (509) 667-1600 www.backcountryfilmfestival.com (11/09)

Jan. 10, 24: Ride-Rail Jam, Wenatchee, WA; Mission Ridge Ski Resort; (509) 663-6543, www.missionridge.com (1/09)
Jan. 11: PACRATS Ski Race, Mount Hood, OR; Timberline Resort; open to all levels and abilities; pacrats.org (12/08)
Jan. 16-18: Lake Chelan Winterfest, Lake Chelan, WA; www.cometothelake.com (11/08)
Jan. 17: Public Night Skiing, Chewelah, WA; 49 Degrees North Ski Resort; 3:30-8 p.m.; (866) 376-4949, www.ski49n.com (11/08)
Jan. 17, 24: Mountain Music Festival, Wenatchee, WA; Mission Ridge Ski Resort; ski under the lights from 4-9 p.m. and enjoy live music; (509) 663-6543, www.missionridge.com (1/09)
Jan. 18: Snowshoe Demo, Leavenworth Ski Hill, WA; (509) 548-5477, info@skileavenworth.com; www.skileavenworth.com (1/09)
Jan. 22-Feb. 27: Winter Theatre of Snow and Ice, Whistler-Blackcomb, BC, Canada; (800) 766-0449, www.whistlerblackcomb.com (1/10)
Jan 22-23: 24 hours of Schweitzer, Sandpoint, ID; (877) ITS-IN-ID, www.schweitzer.com (1/10)
Jan. 23: FAST Blast, Chewelah, WA; 49 Degrees North Ski Resort; (866) 376-4949, www.ski49n.com (1/10)

Jan. 24: EEYSL Race, Chewelah, WA; 49 Degrees North Ski Resort; (866) 376-4949, www.ski49n.com (1/10)
Jan. 24: PACRATS Ski Race, Mount Hood, OR; Mount Hood Meadows Resort; open to all levels and abilities; pacrats.org (1/10)
Jan. 25: Oregon Cup, Mount Bachelor, OR; (800) 829-2442, www.mtbachelor.com (11/08)
Jan. 29-Feb. 9: McCall Winter Carnival; www.mccallwintercarnival.com (1/10)

February

Feb. 5-7: Winter Skills and Snow Tracking Expedition, Methow Valley, WA; (425) 788-1301, www.wildernessawareness.org (1/10)
Feb. 6-7: HCSC Enter the Dragon, Mount Bachelor, OR; Slopestyle and Superpipe competitions; (800) 829-2442, www.mtbachelor.com (1/10)
Feb. 6-7: Winter Carnival, Hoodoo Mountain, OR; games, music, food, fireworks and festivities at Hoodoo Resort; www.hoodoo.com (1/10)
Feb. 6, 13, 20, 27: Mountain Music Festival, Wenatchee, WA; Mission Ridge Ski Resort; ski under the lights from 4-9 p.m. and enjoy live music; (509) 663-6543, www.missionridge.com (1/10)
Feb. 7: Anthony Lakes Super Bowl Party, Powder, OR; Anthony Lakes Ski Resort; (541) 856-3277, www.anthonylakes.com (1/10)

Feb. 12-14: Winterfest; (800) 829-2442, www.mtbachelor.com (1/10)
Feb. 12-14: Bend Winterfest, Mount Bachelor, OR; cardboard sled races, family fun, music and more; (800) 829-2442, www.bendwinterfest.com (1/10)
Feb. 12-28: Winter Olympic Games, Whistler Blackcomb, BC, Canada; (604) 905-2039, www.whistlerblackcomb.com (1/10)
Feb. 13: Sheimo Cup Dual Slalom, Chewelah, WA; 49 Degrees North Ski Resort; (866) 376-4949, www.ski49n.com (1/10)
Feb. 13: Public Night Skiing, Chewelah, WA; 49 Degrees North Ski Resort; 3:30-8 p.m.; (866) 376-4949, www.ski49n.com (1/10)
Feb 13: Volcom Peanut Butter and Rail Jam, Snoqualmie, WA; www.summit-at-snoqualmie.com (1/10)

Feb 14: Langlauf Cross Country, Spokane, WA; A classic only (no skating) cross country ski race at Mount Spokane State Park for the competitive and casual skier; (509) 710-7760, spokeaho@msn.com, www.spokanelanglauf.org (1/10)

Feb. 18: Women’s Midwinter Midweek Escape, Mission Ridge Resort, (509) 663-6543, www.missionridge.com (1/10)
Feb. 26: Stevens Women’s Retreat; (206) 812-4510, www.stevenspass.com (1/10)
Feb. 26-27: Oregon Special Olympics Winter Games, Mount Bachelor, OR; (800) 829-2442, www.MtBachelor.com (1/10)

Feb 26-28: Jimmy Heuga Vertical Express, Crystal Mt., WA; www.verticalexpress.org (1/10)
Feb. 27-28: HCSC Enter the Dragon, Mount Bachelor, OR; Slopestyle and Superpipe competitions; (800) 829-2442, www.mtbachelor.com (1/10)
Feb. 27-28: The Race at Glacier-Western States Youth Ski Festival, West Glacier, MT; glaciernordicclub.com (2/10)

March

March 5-6: Aerial Jumping Show at Schweitzer, Sandpoint, ID; (877) ITS-IN-ID, www.schweitzer.com (1/10)
March 5-7: Special Olympics, Wenatchee, WA; (509) 663-6543, www.missionridge.com (1/10)
March 6: Winter Triathlon, Methow Valley, WA; multi-sport race; (509) 996-3287, www.mvsta.com (1/10)
March 6: BARK Backcountry Ball, Snoqualmie, WA; www.summit-at-snoqualmie.com (1/10)
March 6-7: Jimmy Heuga Vertical Express, Squaw Valley, CA; www.verticalexpress.org (1/10)

March 6: Snow Blast, Powder, OR; Anthony Lakes Ski Resort; BBQ, bonfire, fireworks; lifts run until 5 p.m.; live music in Starbottle Saloon from 5-9 p.m.; (541) 856-3277, www.anthonylakes.com (1/10)
March 6: Vertfest, Snoqualmie, WA; www.summit-at-snoqualmie.com (1/10)
March 6-7: Hope on the Slopes, Stevens Pass, WA; 24-hr event; Raise money for the American Cancer Society; stevenspass.com (1/10)
March 6-14: Kokane Spring Fest, Rossland, BC; www.redresort.com/today/events (1/10)
March 7: Jimmy Heuga Vertical Express, Solitude, UT; www.verticalexpress.org (1/10)
March 7: PACRATS Ski Race Mount Hood, OR; Ski Bowl Resort; open to all levels and abilities; pacrats.org (1/10)
March 7: Jimmy Heuga Vertical Express, Steamboat Springs, Colo.; www.verticalexpress.org (1/10)
March 7-8: Oregon Cancer Ski-Out, Mount Hood Meadows, OR; up to 35 five-member teams compete for prizes in a two-day fundraiser; (971) 221-5872; www.skihood.com, www.cancerskiout.org (1/10)
March 12: Ride Shakedown, Snoqualmie, WA; www.summit-at-snoqualmie.com (1/10)
March 14: PACRATS Ski Race, Meadows, OR; open to all levels and abilities; pacrats.org (1/10)
March 13: Hawaiian Daze, Chewelah, WA; 49 Degrees North Ski Resort; (866) 376-4949, www.ski49n.com (1/10)
March 13: Jimmy Heuga Vertical Express, Schweitzer Mountain, ID; www.verticalexpress.org (1/10)
March 13: Hope on the Slopes, Crystal Mountain, WA; Raise money for the American Cancer Society; www.hotscrystal.com (1/10)
March 13-14: Hope on the Slopes, White Pass, WA; 24-hr event; Raise money for the American Cancer Society; hotswhitepass.com (1/10)
March 13-14: Hampton Cup, Mission Ridge Resort, (509) 663-6543, www.missionridge.com (1/10)
March 13-21: Winter Paralympic Games, Whistler-Blackcomb, BC, Canada; (800) 766-0449, www.whistlerblackcomb.com (1/10)

March 20: Bavarian Race, Chewelah, WA; 49 Degrees North Ski Resort; (866) 376-4949, www.ski49n.com (1/10)

March 20: Winter Triathlon, Powder, OR; Anthony Lakes Ski Resort; (541) 856-3277 www.anthonylakes.com (1/10)
March 21: PACRATS Ski Race Make up, Timberline, OR; pacrats.org (1/10)
March 27: Dummy Downhill, Wenatchee, WA; Mission Ridge Ski Resort; (509) 663-6543, www.missionridge.com (1/10)
March 27: Dirt Bag Ball, Crystal Mountain, WA; www.skicrystal.com (1/10)
March 27: Oyster Feed, Chewelah, WA; 49 Degrees North Ski Resort; (866) 376-4949, www.ski49n.com (1/10)
March 29-April 4: Spring Break Ski Free Week, Chewelah, WA; 49 Degrees North Ski Resort; (866) 376-4949, www.ski49n.com (1/10)
April

April 2-4: The Gathering at Red Mountain; Red Mountain, BC, Canada; thegatheringatred.com (2/10)
April 3: BASH, Bluewood Ski Resort, WA; live music, outdoor barbecue & beer garden in the base area, pond skimming, polar jump, body bowling and other events, www.bluewood.com (1/10)
April 3: Hoodoo Spring Fling, Hoodoo Mountain, OR; enjoy last days of the season with pond skimming, ultra cross and skibike races; www.hoodoo.com (1/10)
April 4: Military Appreciation Ski Day, Crystal Mountain, WA; show your military ID to get your $27 lift ticket;
www.skicrystal.com (1/10)
April 4: Dummy Gelunde, Silver Star Resort, BC; categories include Best Crash & Burn, Fastest Dummy, Biggest Air, Best Dressed Dummy, Best Family Entry; infodesk@skisilverstar.com, www.skisilverstar.com (1/10)
April 4: End of Season Party, Rossland, BC, Canada; hosted by Red Resort; www.redresort.com/today/events (1/10)
April 8-13: Western Region Spring Series, Mission Ridge Resort, (509) 663-6543, www.missionridge.com (1/10)
April 9-11: Whistler Cup, Whistler Blackcomb, BC, Canada; www.whistlerblackcomb.com (1/10)
April 10: White Pass Film Festival, White Pass, WA; (509) 672-3101, www.skiwhitepass.com (2/10)
April 10: Dummy Downhill, Crystal Mountain, WA; www.skicrystal.com (1/10)

April 10: Snowmobile Hillclimb; Anthony Lakes Ski Resort; (541) 856-3277 www.anthonylakes.com (1/10)
April 16-25: World Ski and Snowboard Festival, Whistler Blackcomb, BC, Canada; ski and snowboard competitions; skate and bike competitions; concerts; dog parade and much more; www.whistlerblackcomb.com (1/10)
April 17: Steve Burchett Memorial Ski & Golf Tournament,Wenatchee, WA; Mission Ridge Ski Resort; (509) 663-6543, www.missionridge.com (1/10)

June

June 10-13: Far West Ski Association Convention and Silent Auction, Indian Wells, CA; fwsa.org (2/10)

October

Warren Miller Film World Tour - Dynasty
Washington
Tri-Cities; Richland High School Auditorium; Oct. TBA; 7:30
Yakima; Capitol Theatre; Oct. TBA; 7:30
Spokane; INB Performing Arts Center; Oct. TBA; 8:00
Everett; Civic Auditorium; Nov. TBA; 8:00
Bellingham; Mt. Baker Theatre; Nov. TBA – 6:30 & 9:30
Tacoma; Pantages Theater; Nov. TBA – 6:00 & 9:00; Nov. TBA – 5:00
Olympia; Washington CPA; Nov. TBA– 8:00; Nov. TBA – 6:30 & 9:30
Bellevue; Meydenbauer Center; Nov. TBA – 3, 6 & 9:00; Nov. TBA – 5:00 & 8:00
Bremerton; Admiral Theatre; Nov. TBA – 8:00; Nov. TBA – 8:00
Seattle; McCaw Hall; Nov. TBA– 6:30 & 9:30; Nov. TBA – 6:00 & 9:00

Portland area showdates are:
Tigard - Tigard HS Auditorium. - Oct. TBA - 7:30
Salem - Elsinore Theatre - Oct. TBA - 7:30
Portland - Arlene Schnitzer Concert hall - Oct. TBA - 8:00; Oct. TBA - 6:00 & 9:00 (2/10)

Oct. 15-17: Seattle SkiFever and Snowboard Show; Washington State Convension Center, Seattle, WA: Fri. 1 p.m. - 10 p.m., Sat. 10 a.m. - 9 p.m., Sun. 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.; Adults $12, Juniors (6-12) $3; Under 6 Free; www.portlandskifever.com (1/10)
Oct. 28-31: Eugene Ski Swap; Friday, 6-9 p.m.; Saturday, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.; (541) 914-9584 after 5pm; www.eugeneskiswap.org. (2/10)

November
Nov. TBA: University of Puget Sound Ski/Snowboard Swap, Tacoma, WA; Saturday, 5pm - 9pm & Sunday, 9am - 5pm; Free; www.TacomaSkiSwap.com (2/10)
Nov. TBA: Mercer Island Ski Swap, Mercer Island, WA; Consignment Check-in Friday 3-7:30pm. Swap, Saturday - 8:30 -4pm.; Island Middle School PTSA, partnered with Sturtevants Winter Sports, IMS Gym 8225 SE 72nd, www.miskiswap.net (2/10)
Nov. 5-7: Portland SkiFever and Snowboard Show; Portland Expo Center, Portland OR; Fri. 1 p.m. - 10 p.m., Sat. 10 a.m. - 10 p.m., Sun. 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.; Adults $12, Juniors (6-12) $3; Under 6 Free; www.portlandskifever.com(1/10)

Nov. 9: Ski Fair; Portland, OR; Holiday Inn (Airport); 6:00pm; Free admission;
Nov. 12-13: Newport Ski Swap; Newport High School, Bellevue, WA; Fri. - 5 p.m. - 9 p.m. & Sat. - 9 a.m. - 8 p.m.; Free entry; Consignment selling and new gear; www.skiswap.info (2/10)

December

Dec. 7: ONC’s Ski and Winter Sports Fair & Used Equipment, Portland, OR; Consignment Check-in Tuesday 5:15-6:15pm. Sale following. Free Admission; Multnomah Art Center, www.onc.org/pdx (3/10)

Dec. 1-31: WinterFest at Suncadia, Cle Elum, WA; (509) 649-6204, www.suncadia.com (1/10)
Dec. 4: Holiday Kick-Off, Sandpoint, ID; (877) ITS-IN-ID, www.schweitzer.com (3/10)
Dec. 31: New Year’s Eve Skiing, Echo Ridge, WA; www.cometothelake.com (2/10)

SNOWBOARDING

Some Alpine ski races are open to Snowboarders.
Contact resort for details.

Some Alpine ski races are open to Snowboarders.
Contact resort for details.

January

Jan. 22-25: Winter X Games, Aspen, Colo.; the premier winter action sports event in the world, featuring athletes from across the globe competing for medals and prize money in the following sports: Moto X, Ski, Snowboard and Snowmobile; www.expn.com (12/08)
Jan. 30: Greenhorn Games, Snoqualmie at Summit Central, WA; www.summit-at-snoqualmie.com (1/10)

February

Feb. 5-7: Mount Baker Banked Slalom Snowboarding Contest, Mt Baker, WA; www.mtbaker.us (1/10)
Feb 6: Military Appreciation Day, Snoqualmie at Summit Central, WA; www.summit-at-snoqualmie.com (1/10)
Feb. 6: Ride-Rail Jam, Wenatchee, WA; Mission Ridge Ski Resort; (509) 663-6543, www.missionridge.com (1/10)
Feb. 6: Beach Party, OR; (541) 856-3277, www.anthonylakes.com (1/10)
Feb. 6, 13, 20, 27: Mountain Music Festival, Wenatchee, WA; Mission Ridge Ski Resort; ski under the lights from 4-9 p.m. and enjoy live music; (509) 663-6543, www.missionridge.com (1/10)

Feb. 13: El Presidente Freestyle Camp, Summit West Ski Resort, WA; skates only; www.summit-at-snoqualmie.com (1/10) Feb 20: Holy Oly Revival, Snoqualmie, WA; www.summit-at-snoqualmie.com (1/10)
Feb. 27: Hog Loppet, Mission Ridge Resort, (509) 663-6543, www.missionridge.com (1/10)
Feb. 27-28: White Pass Winter Carnival, White Pass Ski Area, WA; huge snow castle with tunnels and slides for the kids, top NW artists create amazing snow sculptures, carnival games, races, live music, fireworks; www.skiwhitepass.com (2/10)

March

March 6, 20: Avalanche Safety Class, Wenatchee, WA; Mission Ridge Ski Resort; (509) 663-6543, www.missionridge.com (1/10)
March 14, 19: Grom Stomp, Sandpoint, ID; (877) ITS-IN-ID, www.schweitzer.com (1/10)
March 14: Outdoors for All Spree, Snoqualmie, WA; www.summit-at-snoqualmie.com (1/10)
March 27: Dummy Downhill, Wenatchee, WA; Mission Ridge Ski Resort; (509) 663-6543, www.missionridge.com (1/10)

April

April 4: Small Fry Race, Stevens Pass, WA; (206) 812-4510, www.stevenspass.com (1/10)
April 18: Stevens Pass Spring Festival, Steven’s Pass, WA; (206) 812-4510, www.stevenspass.com (1/10)

May

May 1: Kinko de Mayo, Summit Central, WA; snowboarders only; 4 p.m.; www.summit-at-snoqualmie.com (1/10)
Summer

June 6-Aug. 2: Windell’s Ski and Snowboard Camps, Mount Hood, OR; www.windells.com (2/10)
June 17-Aug. 13: High Cascade Snowboard Camp, Mount Hood, OR; Timberline Resort; 9-day sessions, camps for kids and adults of all abilities; learn from professional and Olympic snowboarders; www.highcascade.com (2/10)

October

Oct. 15-17: Washington SkiFever & Snowboard Expo, Seattle; (503) 249-7733, www.seattleskifever.com (1/10)

November

Nov. 5-7: Portland SkiFever & Snowboard Expo, Portland, OR; (503) 249-7733, skifeveror@aol.com, www.seattleskifever.com (1/10)

NORDIC/TELEMARK

Ongoing: Intro to Cross Country Skiing and Snowshoeing, Portland; offered by Portland Parks and Rec; basic info on equipment, tips for staying warm and what to bring; (503) 823-5127, nharger@ci.portland.or.us (2/10)
Ongoing: Cross-Country Ski Tours, Mount Hood, OR; offered by Portland Parks and Rec; (503) 823-5127, nharger@ci.portland.or.us (2/10)
Ongoing: Cross-country and snowshoeing trips for seniors; Lynnwood, WA; Lynnwood Senior Center, (425) 670-5050, jsigler@ci.lynnwood.wa.us, recconnect.ci.lynnwood.wa.us (2/10)
Ongoing: Oregon Nordic Club’s Monthly Lecture, Portland; Multnomah Arts Center, 7688 SW Capitol Hwy; (503) 244-4262, www.onc.org (2/10)

November

Nov. 20: Winter Recreation Preview, 55 and older, Lynnwood Parks and Recreation. Learn snowshoeing and cross-country skiing, 1-3 p.m. (425 670-5056, jsigler@ci.lynnwood.wa.us. (2/10)

January
Jan. TBA: Winter Trails Day, Nationwide; snowshoe demos; adults and children welcome; www.wintertrails.org, www.mountaineers.org (7/10)

Jan. 1: Ski Relay at Mount Bachelor, Bend, OR; you choose distance (1, 2 or 3 km) and style (Skate or Classic); (541) 388-0002, www.mbsef.org or the Bachelor Nordic Center (3/10)

Jan. 6 - March 24: Headlamp Series, Cabin Creek Snowpark, WA; www.kongsbergers.org (1/10)
Jan. 8-18: Canadian Open Freeskiing Championship, Rossland, BC, Canada; (250) 362-7384, redresort.com (10/08)

Jan. 9: Tele-Fest Festival, Hoodoo Ski Area, beginner clinics, tours, races, gear demos. 9 a.m.-5 p.m., (541),683-1300, www.myspace.com/telefestnw. (11/09)

Jan. 10-11: Methow Valley Pursuit, Methow Valley, WA; Signature Ski Race, All levels, (509) 996-3287, www.mvsta.com (11/08)
Jan. 11: Ski For Health Day, Leavenworth, WA; Icicle River Trail; try snowshoeing or xc skiing, enjoy baked goods and beverages; 12 p.m.; (509) 548-5477, info@skileavenworth.com; www.skileavenworth.com (11/08)
Jan. 17 : Night Skiing, Chewelah, WA; 49 Degrees North Ski Resort; (866) 376-4949, www.ski49n.com (11/08)
Jan. 17: Skirennen Citizens Race, Leavenworth Ski Hill, WA; (509) 548-5477, info@skileavenworth.com, www.skileavenworth.com (11/08)
Jan. 17-22: Safety Awareness Week, Stevens Pass, WA; www.stevenspass.com (1/10)
Jan. 23: Kongsberger Children’s Classic X-Country Race, Ellensburg, WA; (509) 933-1409, www.kongsbergers.org (1/10)
Jan. 24: Gunnar Hagen 30k/10k Classic, Snoqualmie Pass, WA; 10:am; 30k: $25 / 10k: $20 or $10 Jr.; Varied terrain, lunch and awards, www.kongsbergers.org (10/09)
Jan. 24: Rendezvous Mountain Tour, Methow Valley, WA; A scenic point-to-point course on some of the Valley’s more challenging mountain terrain, (509) 996-3287, www.mvsta.com (1/09)

Jan 29-30: Cowboy Up Freeride, Stevens Pass, WA; (206) 812-4510, www.stevenspass.com (1/10)
Jan. 30-Feb. 7: Sun Valley Nordic Festival, Sun Valley, ID; (208) 720-5431 or (866) 305-0408, www.visitsunvalley.com (1/10)

February

Feb. 6: Boulder Mountain Tour, Senate Meadows, ID; 32km course is set from Galena Lodge to the Sawtooth National Recreation Headquarters; 10 a.m.; www.bouldermountaintour.com (1/10)
Feb. 6: One-Day Telemark Clinic, Mount Hood Meadows, OR; learn telemark ski at Mount Hood Meadows Resort; www.skihood.com (1/10)
Feb. 6: Sun Valley Telemark Race Series, Sun Valley, ID; (208) 720-5431 or (866) 305-0408, www.visitsunvalley.com (1/10)

Feb. 6: Chiks on Sticks, Leavenworth, WA; Icicle River Trail; 8k women only xc ski race to race money for breast cancer research; (509) 548-5477, info@skileavenworth.com, www.skileavenworth.com (1/10)
Feb. 6-7: College Daze, Sandpoint, ID; (877) ITS-IN-ID, www.schweitzer.com (1/10)

Feb. 13: Kongsberger Ski Club Jente Loppet 10k/5k, Snoqualmie Pass, WA.; Women only freestyle race. Features mass start around course of varied terrain. Lunch and awards. www.kongsbergers.org (1/10)
Feb. 14: Doggie Dash, Winthrop, WA; www.mvnordic.com/doggiedash.html (1/10)
Feb. 16-21: Sun Cup at Mount Bachelor, Mount Bachelor, OR; (800) 829-2442, www.MtBachelor.com (1/10)

Feb. 26-27: Sun Valley Marley in the Mountains, Sun Valley, ID; (208) 788-2117, (866) 305-0408, www.visitsunvalley.com (1/10)
Feb. 26-28: Women’s Ski and Yoga Retreat, Winthrop, WA; Winthrop Fitness presents this weekend retreat; includes expert cross-country ski instruction by our all-women team of coaches, daily yoga classes, delicious food and discounted room rates at Sun Mountain Lodge; registration is limited to 40 women; (509) 996-8234, www.winthroppt.com/skiyoga.html (1/10)
Feb. 27: Methow 30K Freestyle Race, Methow Valley, WA; (509) 996-3287, www.mvsta.com (1/10)
Feb. 27: Hog Loppet Ski Trek, Wenatchee, WA; annual 21-mile cross-country ski trek from Mission Ridge Ski Area to Blewett Pass; (509) 548-5477, info@skileavenworth.com, www.skileavenworth.com (1/10)

Feb. 28: Sun Valley Snow Box Derby, Sun Valley, ID; (208) 788-2117, (866) 305-0408, www.visitsunvalley.com (1/10)

March 5: Starlight Party, Sandpoint, ID; (877) ITS-IN-ID, www.schweitzer.com (1/10)
March 5-6: Outrageous Air Show, Sandpoint, ID; (877) ITS-IN-ID, www.schweitzer.com (1/10)
March 6: Showcase Showdown, Whistler Blackcomb, BC, Canada; www.whistlerblackcomb.com (1/10)
March 6: Sun Valley Telemark Race Series, Sun Valley, ID; (208) 720-5431 or (866) 305-0408, www.visitsunvalley.com (1/10)
March 6: Winter Triathlon, Methow Valley, WA; multi-sport race; (509) 996-3287, www.mvsta.com (1/10)
March 6: Kongsberger Children’s Freestyle X-Country Race, Ellensburg, WA; (509) 933-1409, www.kongsbergers.org (1/10)

March 7: Kongsbergers Ozbaldy 50k XC Ski Race, Snoqualmie Pass, WA; 9 am, 50k: $25/ 10k: $20 and $10 Jr., Freestyle race with mass start on varied terrain. Lunch and awards. www.kongsbergers.org (1/10)
March 7-8: Mount Hood Cancer Ski Out, Mount Hood OR; (800) 829-2442, www.cancerskiout.org (1/10)
March 13: Vertical Express, Sandpoint, ID; (877) ITS-IN-ID, www.schweitzer.com (1/10)
March13: CMAC Sallie McNabb Cup, Crystal Mountain, WA; www.skicrystal.com (1/10)
March 19-21: Stomp Games, Sandpoint, ID; Schweitzer Ski Resort; www.schweitzer.com (1/10)

April

April 3: Sun Valley Telemark Race Series, Sun Valley, ID; (208) 720-5431 or (866) 305-0408, www.visitsunvalley.com (1/10)
April 3-4: Tropical Daze, Sandpoint, ID; (877) ITS-IN-ID, www.schweitzer.com (1/10)
April 4: Easter Festival, Schweitzer Resort, ID; (877) ITS-IN-ID, www.schweitzer.com (1/10)

June

June 11-13: Rainier Film Festival, Mount Rainier, WA; mt-rainier.com (2/10)

October

Oct. 15-17: Washington SkiFever & Snowboard Expo, Seattle; (503) 249-7733, www.seattleskifever.com (1/10)

Warren Miller Film World Tour, various Pacific Northwest dates and locations;
www.skinet.com/warrenmiller (2/10)

November

Nov. 5-7: Portland SkiFever & Snowboard Expo, Portland, OR; (503) 249-7733, skifeveror@aol.com, www.seattleskifever.com (3/10)

December

Dec. TBA: Jib This!, Summit West Ski Resort, WA; www.summit-at-snoqualmie.com (1/10)
Dec. 3-12: Oregon Nordic Fall Camp, Portland; www.xcoregon.org (2/10)
Dec. 24: Santa Arrives, Sandpoint, ID; (877) ITS-IN-ID, www.schweitzer.com (3/10)
Dec. 31: New Year’s Eve Parties and Music with Altitude Concert Series, Sandpoint, ID; (877) ITS-IN-ID, www.schweitzer.com (3/10)

Jan 2011

Jan 1: Ski Rodeo, Mazama Ski Trails, various lengths for family fun, www.mvsta.com (3/10)

SNOWSHOEING

Ongoing

Ongoing: Cross-country and snowshoeing trips for seniors; Lynnwood, WA; Lynnwood Senior Center, (425) 670-5050, jsigler@ci.lynnwood.wa.us (2/10)
Ongoing: Half-Day Snowshoe Trips, Bend, OR; daily 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m. & 1-4:30 p.m. (Nov-May); includes guide, snowshoes, instruction, transportation & hot chocolate; kids 8ys and up welcome; Bend, Sunriver, Eagle Crest and Black Butte Ranch pick-ups available; (541) 389-8359, info@wanderlusttours.com, www.wanderlusttours.com (2/10)
Ongoing: Bonfire on the Snow, Bend, OR; snowshoe a short way with a Wanderlust Tours guide to a quiet spot in the snowy forest to bask at a glowing “bonfire”; guides share fun facts about the forest; price includes all transportation,snowshoes, food/drinks and the best naturalist guides around; kids 8-years and older welcome; 7 - 11 p.m.; (541) 389-8359,info@wanderlusttours.com, www.wanderlusttours.com (2/10)
Ongoing: Moonlight Snowshoe Tours, Bend, OR; guided snowshoe hike by moonlight; natural and cultural history interpretation along the way; all equipment, transportation and hot chocolate provided; kids 8-years and older welcome; reservations required; 7-11 p.m.; (541) 389-8359, info@wanderlusttours.com, www.wanderlusttours.com (2/10)
Ongoing: Snowshoeing for Women, REI Tukwila, WA; rei.com (2/10)
Ongoing: Snowshoeing 101, Seattle and Tukwila REI stores; join REI experts and learn the basics of snowshoeing; (206) 248-1938, rei.com (2/10)
Ongoing: Free Avalanche Awareness Lecture / Clinic, Seattle REI; rei.com (2/10)
Ongoing: Snowshoe Tours, Mount Hood, OR; offered by Portland Parks and Rec; 8 a.m.- 5 p.m.; (503) 823-5127, nharger@ci.portland.or.us (2/10)
Ongoing: Snoqualmie Showshoe and Bonfire, Summit at Snoqualmie, WA; (206) 650-5795, www.evergreenescapes.com (1/10)
Ongoing: Mt. Rainier Snowshoe Tour, Mt. Rainier, WA; www.evergreenescapes.com (1/10)

November

Nov. 19: Winter Recreation Preview, 55 and older, Lynnwood Parks and Recreation. Learn about snowshoeing and cross-country skiing, 1-3 p.m. (425) 670-5056, jsigler@ci.lynnwood.wa.us (2/10)

December

Dec. 18: Snowshoeing Guided Trip: Learn about snowshoes, bindings, footwear and off-trail techniques from professional guides and naturalists Dave Walp and Kirsten Rudestam, 8 a.m.-6 p.m., 3-5 miles on uneven terrain, provide own snowshoes. Pre-trip meeting on Wednesday required. River House Community Center, Eugene, (541) 682-5329, www.eugene-or.gov/rec (2/10)

January

Jan. TBA: Winter Trails Day, Nationwide; snowshoe demos; adults and children welcome; www.wintertrails.org, www.mountaineers.org (7/10)
Jan. 10: Lake Easton Winter Duathlon, Lake Easton State Park, WA; (206) 953-1810, adventureworksllc.com (1/10)

Jan. 11: Ski For Health Day, Leavenworth, WA; Icicle River Trail; try snowshoeing or xc skiing, enjoy baked goods and beverages; 12 p.m.; (509) 548-5477, info@skileavenworth.com, www.skileavenworth.com (11/08)
Jan. 17: Skirennen Citizens Race, Leavenworth Ski Hill, WA; (509) 548-5477, info@skileavenworth.com, www.skileavenworth.com (11/08)

Jan. TBA: Grand Teton Snowshoe Race, Idaho Falls, ID; (208) 521-2243, www.pb-performance.com (1/10)
Jan. 23: Montana Snowshoe Race, Butte, MT; www.snowshoeracing.com (1/10)
Jan. 24: White River Snowshoe Race, Mount Hood, Lake Oswego, OR; Kevin (971) 223-2825, xdog@xdogevents.com, www.xdogevents.com, www.snowshoeracing.com (1/10)

Jan. 30: The Yeti Mountain Snowshoe Series, Vancouver Island, BC; Mount Washington Ski Resort; 5k & 10k snowshoe race; junior, open and master’s divisions; www.theyeti.ca (1/10)

February

Feb. 13: Tour of the Methow, Winthrop, WA; (509) 996-8080, www.mvsta.com (1/10)
Feb. 13-14: Winthrop Snowshoe Softball Tournament, Winthrop, WA; annual event sponsored by the Winthrop Chamber of Commerce and Three Fingered Jack’s Saloon; (888) 463-8469, winthropwashington.com (1/10)

Feb. 20: Romp to Stomp Out Breast Cancer, The Summit Nordic Center, WA; 8 a.m., $25 (if reg. early) - $40 event fee; 3k or 5k walk/run & 3k race. Free snowshoe demos and all levels welcome; romptostomp@tubbssnowshoes.com; www.tubbsromptostomp.com (2/10)
Feb. 27: The Yeti Mountain Snowshoe Series, Mt. Seymour, BC; Seymour Mountain Resort; 5k & 10k snowshoe race; junior, open and master’s divisions; www.theyeti.ca (1/10)
Feb. 27: Romp to Stomp Out Breast Cancer, Mount Hood, OR; White River West Sno-Park; 8 a.m., $25 (if reg. early) - $40 event fee; 3k or 5k walk/run & 3k race. Free snowshoe demos and all levels welcome!; romptostomp@tubbssnowshoes.com; www.tubbsromptostomp.com (9/09)

March

March 6: Winter Triathlon, Methow Valley, WA; multi-sport race; (509) 996-3287, www.mvsta.com (1/10)

March 13: Helly Hansen Big Mountain Battle, Steven’s Pass, WA; Saturdays and Sundays; www.stevenspass.com (1/10)
March 14: Sturtevant’s Demo Day, Snoqualmie Pass, WA; (888) 454-SNOW, www.sturtevants.com (1/10)
March 19-21: Stomp Games, Sandpoint, ID; (877) ITS-IN-ID, www.schweitzer.com (1/10)
March 27: Sturtevant’s Demo Day, Crystal Mountain, WA; (888) 454-SNOW, www.sturtevants.com (1/10)

April

April 3-4: Tropical Daze, Sandpoint, ID; (877) ITS-IN-ID, www.schweitzer.com (1/10)
March 7: Snowshoe Shuffle, Beaver Creek, Colo.; (970) 569-7511, beavercreek.snow.com (2/10)

October

Banff Mountain Film Festival World Tour,
www.banffcentre.ca/mountainculture/tour (2/10)

Warren Miller Film World Tour, various Pacific Northwest dates and locations;
www.skinet.com/warrenmiller (2/10)

November

Nov. 13 : Snowshoe Fest, Tukwila REI, WA; rei.com (3/10)