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In addition to its other events, Meissner Nordic Ski Club introduces a classic ski race for the everyman this season

Damian FaganDecember 18, 2019November 21, 2024

For cross-country skiers, Meissner Sno-Park, located along Century Drive offers an extensive venue for classic or skate skiing. While a trio of events take place at the sno-park throughout the season, this year a new race, happening Jan. 5, is also part of the action. The management of the popular winter recreation site is a partnership […]

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Go Here 4/13-4/20

Brian JenningsApril 13, 2016November 8, 2024

Oregon’s Nordic Ski History It may be spring, but Nordic ski enthusiasts have an opportunity to learn about the history of Nordic skiing in Central Oregon at the Deschutes County Historical Museum. This exhibits runs through November 2016. The 1,200-square-foot interactive exhibit details the strong influence of the Scandinavian culture that pushed Central Oregon to […]

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From Competitor to Coach

An interview with Jordan Buetow

Phil BusseDecember 17, 2014May 30, 2025

Earlier this month, Bend Endurance Academy announced a new coach, Jordan Buetow, who joins the staff at the Nordic Development Team Coach. Buetow grew up in Alaska, and more recently, raced for Bates College on the east coast. Two years ago, he spent the summer training with BEA, and now returns as one of its […]

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First Tracks

Local Nordic athlete competes at first internationally-sanctioned race

Kara TatoneNovember 11, 2014June 4, 2025

The first internationally-ranked Nordic race of the season, the Frozen Thunder event in late October in Alberta, is held on early-season limited snow terrain. But ironically, this is one of the historically most competitive North American races of the season. And within this year’s group of speedy international skiers, prospective U.S. Ski Team competitor and […]

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