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Biathlon Safety Certification Class

Introduction: Saturday, October 3, 2015 Cable Rod and Gun Club 14780 McNaught Rd, Cable, WI 54821 A USBA Biathlon Safety Certification Class will be held at Cable Rod and Gun Club from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM on October 3, 2015. This class will result in certification to participate in USBA open races. The class […]

Birkie Trail Run & Trek Kicks off this Saturday on the Legendary Birkie Trail

Refer-a-Friend & Get Fantastic FITS Socks!

Birkie Trail Run & Trek, Presented by Salomon – September 26, 2015 If you’ve been waffling about whether or not to register for the Birkie Trail Run & Trek, waffle no more! Register now and refer-a-friend to join you – we’ll make it worth your while and theirs too! Not only will you both be in […]

Volunteer Work Days on the Birkie Trail

The Birkie Trail is always in need of work. The summer crew has been busy mowing, brushing and taking care of dead fall…now we need some help. After the large brushing project, recent wind storms and plenty of use, now we need to do some brush removal, tread repair, seeding, mulching and much more…and we […]

Top 10 Reasons to Catch Birkie Fever in September!

Top 10 Reasons Why You Should Register for the Birkie Trail Run & Trek Now! #10 – Save Money! There are only 4 days before the August 15th price increase! # 9 – Fun! The great running buddies you meet on the trail! # 8 – The Colors! See the north woods in all its spectacular autumn glory! […]

Job Opening: Birkie Enterprises Retail Manager

Job Title: Birkie Enterprises Retail Manager (BRM) Organization Summary: Birkie Enterprises (BE) is a retail sales partner of the American Birkebeiner Ski Foundation (ABSF) Location of Position: Hayward, WI Attributes Required: This position is responsible for all facets of the Birkie Enterprises retail operation. BRM must be self-motivated, outgoing, organized and structured. A passion for […]

Legacy of the American Birkebeiner Event Slated for August 12

Watch the livestream of tonight’s Legacy of the American Birkebeiner presentation by Tom Kelly, longtime friend and skiing historian. Click here to join the live stream at 7pm. Largest Ski Marathon in North America Announces Plans for Museum Tom Kelly: Legacy of the American Birkebeiner RSVP – Click Here. Hayward, WI (July 24, 2015) — Each […]

2016 Annual Meeting Agenda

6:45p.m. Call to order >> Board President’s Remarks – Paul Eckerline >> Introduction of Board of Directors and Candidates – Paul Eckerline >> Treasurer’s Financial Update – Joe Timmerman >> Trail Update – Chris Campbell >> Worldloppet Update – Dennis Kruse >> Tony Wise Museum of the American Birkebeiner – Allison Slavick >> The Foundation […]

Runners Take It to the Woods on Iconic Northern Wisconsin Birkie Trail

One day, eight events, including NEW Ultra 100K Marathon. Hayward, WI (July 7, 2015) — From the challenge and intensity of a 100km Ultra Marathon to the fun of a 5k run, an anticipated 1000 runners and trekkers from around the Midwest will take to the trails for the 14th annual Birkie Trail Run & […]

SUCCESS!!

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Nancy Knutson 715.638.2637 Nancy.Knutson@Birkie.com American Birkebeiner Ski Foundation Crosses the Finish Line in Phase I of First Ever Capital Campaign Phase I Capital Campaign Secures Start & Improves Finish Experience Hayward, Wis. (June 16, 2015) In just 7-months, the American Birkebeiner Ski Foundation (ABSF) has reached the $650,000 fundraising goal for […]