Citizen Series | XC Ski and Snowshoe Racing | North Creek | February 21, 2024
- North Creek Ski Bowl Ski Bowl Road North Creek, NY, 12853 United States (map)
Adirondack XC Ski & Snowshoe Racing at North Creek Ski Bowl
The Citizens Series community race program continues on February 21, 2024.
The North Creek Ski Bowl hosts fun Nordic skiing and snowshoe racing in January and February on the professionally groomed Stadium Course under the lights.
Encouraging winter fitness in a fun environment.
The Citizen Series annual gathering promotes winter fitness in a non-competitive environment, focusing on community involvement. Participants can win exciting prizes through raffle-style drawings and participating in the event.
The races are held on Wednesday evenings: January 10, 17, 24, 31, February 7, 14, 21, and 28 in 2024. Dates are subject to change due to weather and other variables. Check here for the latest information.
Race registration occurs inside the Joe Minder Lodge at the Ski Bowl every race day, starting at 5 pm. Registration closes at 5:50 pm, and the races begin at 6 pm with a mass start.
When registering, participants can choose to race on snowshoes or can classic or skate ski. The Ski Bowl's stadium course offers a professionally maintained and brightly lit track for racers to choose from. The distance options include 1.25K (1 loop), 2.5K (2 loops), 3.75K (3 loops), and 5K (4 loops) to cater to racers of different abilities.
These events are free for all ticketed guests and season pass holders. If you don't have a ticket or a season pass, you can still participate by paying a reduced twilight Nordic trail fee of $12, which includes registration.
2024 also marks the 90th Anniversary of the Legendary Ski Trains that brought skiers from all over New York to North Creek and helped to drive the development of the Gore Mountain area as a winter destination. Learn more about this fascinating story.
Places to explore near North Creek.
Theodore Roosevelt’s historic ride through the ADK in the middle of the night to become President is one heck of a good story.
The spot for made-to-order deli sandwiches, soups, salads and service with a smile in North Creek.
Step into a Norman Rockwell painting at one of our favorite lunch spots in the Adirondacks, including a lovely clothing and gift shop.
An extraordinary life in arts and letters and public service nurtured in the Adirondack Mountains.
North Creek holds a special place in ski history. March 4 marks the 90th anniversary of the first ski trains that would transform the Adirondacks into a winter recreation destination.
Snow-making innovations help Gore Mountain carve a path toward a brighter, more sustainable future—one powder day at a time.
Ski Pioneers Lois Perret and Frederica "Freddie" Anderson are the focus of an upcoming event at North Creek’s Tannery Pond Center.
Visit this charming town off the beaten path in the Gore Mountain & Schroon Lake Region of the Adirondacks.
The Tannery Pond Center is the cultural heartbeat of North Creek, Johnsburg and the Gore Mountain & Schroon Lake Region.
A year-round provider of essential sports and recreational equipment near Gore Mountain.
Get blown away at the Adirondack Glassblowing Studio. Learn to create your own glass treasure.
Experience an authentic North Country RR depot and a significant site in American History.
The Barking Spider is the quintessential local watering hole that offers the food you crave at lunchtime, after a long day on the job, or when you are out on the town.
Just hear those sleigh bells jing-a-ling, ring-ting-ting-a-ling, too. It's lovely weather for a sleigh ride together in the Adirondacks.
Show your love for the Adirondacks.
Find the Ski Bowl in North Creek.
Upcoming events in and around North Creek.
- Posted In: Events, Gore Mountain & Schroon Lake Area, North Creek
- Tagged: Nordic Skiing, Snow-shoeing, Winter, North Creek Ski Bowl
Beautiful hand-crafted jewelry using authentic Adirondack Garnet gemstones.