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 […]

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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 >>  […]

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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 […]

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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 […]

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2016 Slumberland American Birkebeiner Registration Opens Monday, May 4

  SKI January 17, 2016 – Birkie Tour – Register HERE February 20, 2016 – Slumberland American Birkebeiner, Kortelopet or Prince Haakon – Register HERE RUN September 26, 2015 – […]

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Let’s Wrap this UP!

Matching Grant and Birkie Start Line Parking Opportunity   Hello Skiers!! I hope you had a good ski season and a great time at this year’s Birkie festivities!  Spring has […]

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Slumberland Furniture Becomes Title Sponsor of the American Birkebeiner

HAYWARD, Wisconsin (April 3, 2015) –The American Birkebeiner Ski Foundation and Slumberland Furniture are thrilled to announce an extended partnership with the signing of a three-year agreement naming Slumberland as […]

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Birkie Bonus April 1st & 2nd

Get Your “BIRKIE BONUS” – Sign Up ONCE for 3-4 Birkie Events Two-Day Sign-Up Happens on APRIL 1-2 For those of you who already do more than one Birkie event, […]

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Birkie Seeking Media/PR/Communications Director

The Birkie is adding to our team.  Now accepting applications for a full time  Media/PR/Communications Director. Find complete details here:  POSITION DETAILS.  Position based in Hayward Wi. Questions can be […]

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Hello Illinois Skiers!

Northern Illinois Nordic End of season Party and Birkie Fund Raiser Northern Illinois Nordic has invited the Birkie to participate in their annual end of season party.  Hope you can join us […]

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