Jumping News

  • Nordic New Year’s Day Funfest January 2, 2014
    Ford Sayre New Years 2014 1/1/14 — Ford Sayre Nordic kids and parents know the right way to start off 2014. Approximately 40 kids and as many parents took part in a New Year’s Day Funfest at Thetford Academy. Low-key freestyle races for each age group featured a tight 360 turn. Then it was adults turn to race with parents and coaches giving it a try. The day culminated with an egg relay race featuring seven kids teams of mixed ages. Thank goodness the eggs were hard-boiled!  Plenty of cookies, brownies and hot cocoa were on hand to reward participants. Many thanks to all the volunteers who made the day possible! View photos from the event at:  http://losborn.smugmug.com/share/FordSayre  Ford Sayre New Years 2014Ford Sayre New Years 2014Continue reading →
  • Ford Sayre in 1939 December 19, 2013
    Dave Holbrook jumping at Oak Hill - 1939

    Dave Holbrook jumping at Oak Hill – 1939

    Here is Dave Holbrook going off a jump at Oak Hill in 1939.  He was one of the first participants in the program.  But it goes full circle, as his children and grandchildren also went through the Ford Sayre program.  His daughter, Pam, is currently the Vice-Chair and Secretary for the Council.

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  • Save the Date: Cochran’s Nordic Challenge (3/9/2014) December 18, 2013

    COCHRAN’S NORDICHALLENGE
    (The first Nordic Ski Cross Event in New England)
    Sunday, March 9th

    Cochran’s Ski Area
    910 Cochran Rd
    PO Box 789
    Richmond, VT  05477

    • A fun, festive, and competitive citizens Nordic Ski Cross Race for all ages.
    • Uphill, downhill, slalom gates, jumps, and obstacles, all on one pair of skis.
    • Spectator friendly!  Don’t want to race?  Come watch the fun and eat pancakes with hot Slopeside Syrup.
    • Interval start.  Seeding based on ability, age and sex.  Shorter course for kids, 12yr. and under.
    • Prizes for top three in all age and ability categories.
    •  Cost:  Adults $30 preregistered by March 2nd online www.cochranskiarea.com or $40 after March 2rd and same day.  Kids $10 (12yr. & under). Includes entry fee, headband and pancake sausage feast with Slopeside Syrup.
    • Start Time: 10am Kids and 11am Adults

    For more information contact:
    Laura Farrell laura@cochranskiarea.com, or 802-291-1348

    DON’T MISS IT!!
    BE PART OF THE FIRST
    NORDIC SKI CROSS EVENT IN NEW ENGLAND

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  • Nordic Hike up Holts Ledge November 18, 2013
    Nordic BKL and JNT at the top of Holts Ledge

    Nordic BKL and JNT at the top of Holts Ledge

    11/17/13 – A large group of kids and parents got together on a foggy Sunday morning to hike up the Holt’s Ledge trail at the Dartmouth Skiway to kick off the 2013-14 ski season. Spirits were high and treats were enjoyed at the top by the chairlift. The Junior Nordic team joined the group at the top to complete their workout.

    View photos from the event at:  http://losborn.smugmug.com/share/FordSayre

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  • 2013 Ski Sale – Sunday – noon to 2 pm October 30, 2013

    This is just a reminder that the annual Ford Sayre ski sale is coming up this weekend!

    Sale Date: Sunday, November 3rd, 12:00 – 2:00 pm
    Consignment Date: Consignment:

    • Friday, November 1st, 6:00–7:30 pm
    • Saturday, November 2nd, 9:00-11:00 am

    We will not accept straight skis. Please make sure equipment is in good condition.
    Location: Richmond Middle School Gym
    63 Lyme Road
    Hanover, NH 03755

    Sale includes new and quality used Alpine and Nordic skis and boots, clothing, ice skates, snowboards, helmets and much more.

    For more information contact Steve Thoms at skisale@fordsayre.org

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