WELCOMEWelcome to skiing in Seward!
On this site you'll find updated ski conditions for the most popular trails in the area. These reports are provided by members of the Seward Nordic Ski Club by way of blog comments on this site and emails sent to the website administrator. Please participate! Send us your report! Its super easy and beneficial to everyone. You'll also find links to information about waxing, local events, other Alaska ski areas, the history of skiing in Alaska, how to buy skis and more.
WHO WE AREThe Seward Nordic Ski Club is a non-profit organization dedicated to the sport of Nordic skiing and to its devotees. We are made up of cross-country skiers from all walks of life and we welcome new members and visitors. Seward is relatively unknown in the XC world, but we aim to change that. The Eastern Kenai Peninsula – the Seward area in particular – is rich with trails that suit all skill levels and styles, from beginner to advanced, groomed to backcountry, skate to classical. Browse through the options on this site to find out more, or contact us for more information on Seward area trails or on the Seward Nordic Ski Club.
We sponsor occasional moonlight ski tours, an annual luminaria outing, grooming updates on our local ski conditions page, area maps, ski clinics for all levels and techniques, races, socials, and an annual ski swap.
Mission Statement:
The Seward Nordic Ski Club is a non-profit organization dedicated to promoting and supporting Nordic
and backcountry skiing for all ages, developing and maintaining a network of groomed trails, and
sponsoring community ski activities and educational opportunities
Why skiing is so cool here?
As a physician, I see the amazing physical and psychological health benefits that cross country skiing can offer to people of all ages and abilities during our long winter. As an outdoor enthusiast, I see the enormous, largely untapped potential for groomed and backcountry skiing right in our backyard. As a naturalist, I see how cross-country skiing can enhance appreciation for, and stewardship of, nature. And, as a community member, I see an endless variety of ways that skiing can bring people together in the name of healthy winter activities.
- Ray Robinson (former SNSC membership coordinator)
NEWS
Seward Nordic Ski Club's first Ski to Sea Event is coming up soon! Take part in what will become a certain right of spring! When
DATE CHANGE!!!!!
was: Saturday, April 14th 1-3 pm
Now: Sunday April 15th 1-3pm
What
3 km race at Mile 12 (snowshoe, waxless, or skate) No guarantees that it will be groomed, so come prepared!
15 km bike (MIle 12 to Apex Gym)
6 km run (Apex to Pavilion area)
How
Solo, groups of 2, or groups of three participate in the following event (not race!)
There is no entry fee
There is no timing (non competitive- just fun) just stories around the campfire.
There is no sign up - just show up and sign a waiver at MIle 12 by 12:30 Sat.
Why
Celebrate a great snow season, and share some fun with friends!
3 pm camp fire by the Pavilion. Bring some wood, and food to share.
Questions: Bob Barnwell 224-5129
Chugach National Forest Planning Sessions
Have an interest in the Chugach National Forest? Come help us shape the future of the nation's second largest national forest at one of ten public sessions this April on the Kenai Peninsula.
All meetingsstart at 6:00 pm – we hope to see you there!
April 16 -- Kenai/Soldotna: Kenai Peninsula College, Steffy Building
April 17 -- Cooper Landing: Cooper Landing Community Center
April 18 -- Moose Pass: Moose Pass School
April 19 -- Seward: Legends Building
April 24 -- Cordova: Masonic Lodge
April 26 -- Valdez: Prince William Sound Community College, Training Room
April 30 -- Hope: Hope School Gym
May 3 -- Whittier: Whittier School
May 8 -- Anchorage: University of Alaska Anchorage
May 10 -- Girdwood: Community Center
For more information please go to: http://www.fs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_DOCUMENTS/stelprdb5362515.pdf http://www.fs.usda.gov/detail/chugach/home/?cid=stelprdb5362352
ChugaMaintoba Mountain Ski Area Update
Manitoba Mountain Ski Area
Spring Update April 20th
Trail Lake Lodge, Moose Pass 7:00 p.m.
Please join us at the Trail Lake Lodge in Moose Pass for an update on the Manitoba Mountain Ski Area Restoration Project, as well as to celebrate the snowy winter and arrival of spring on the Kenai Peninsula.
Project manager Dave Scanlan will be giving a presentation starting at 7:00 p.m., followed by a question and answer and collaboration session.
Afterwards, there will be live music, food, and drinks as part of the season opener for Trail Lake Lodge. For more information contact:
Dave Scanlan
Project Development Manager
Mountain Rider's Alliance, LLC
907-360-7366
www.skimanitobamountain.com
www.mountainridersalliance.com
www.mrablog.com
NEWS
SNSC is on Facebook.
Thanks to members Hernan and Deb Scarnichia, the Club can be followed on Facebook. We hope this will provide a quicker and more "real time" involvement for members who want trail condition updates, possible ride sharing and gear need/sell.
Our November 2011 newsletter is available
Check it out here.
Five new board members appointed
When you get the chance, congratulate these folks for their willingness to advance winter opportunities: Heather Shank, Marc Swanson, Alan Heavirland, Allison Heavirland, and Linda Lasota.