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WI State Legislature declares February 19th – 25th American Birkebeiner Week in Wisconsin
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE HAYWARD, WI (February 18, 2024) – Last week the WI State Senate adopted Assembly Joint Resolution 104, officially declaring February 19th – 25th American Birkebeiner Week in Wisconsin. American Birkebeiner Ski Foundation Executive Director Ben Popp commented, “we are honored to be recognized state-wide as we celebrate the 50th Anniversary of this globally renowned race. […]
Changes to Birkie Week 2024: Lapped Courses and Race Distance Changes
Hayward, WI, February 13, 2024 – As anticipation builds for Birkie Week 2024, the American Birkebeiner Ski Foundation (ABSF) is announcing several updates to this year’s 50th Slumberland American Birkebeiner anniversary celebration event. Birkie Week promises an unforgettable experience for participants and spectators alike, with the introduction of lapped courses, shortened distances, and the excitement of […]
Ernie St. Germaine Received 50th Anniversary Custom Skis
On Friday, February 9th, Ernie St. Germaine, the only skier to have skied all 49 American Birkebeiners, picked up his custom skis for his 50th race in just two weeks. Months ago, Erine realized he needed new pair of skis for this year’s race. He stopped by Hayward’s Riverbrook Bike and Ski. Owners Tim Swift […]
Executive Director Ben Popp discusses a warmer Birkie year on MPR
American Birkebeiner Ski Foundation Executive Director Ben Popp chatted with Jenn White on Minnesota Public Radio. Ben discusses the current and forecasted weather conditions as well as the initial Birkie contingency plans. Interviewed live on January 31, 2024.
Marketing & Communications Director Shawn Connelly talks Birkie 2024 on Civic Media Network
As Birkie week 2024 approaches American Birkebeiner Ski Foundation Marketing and Communications Director Shawn Connelly appeared on the Matenaer on the Air show hosted by WUAK 101FM and the Civic Media Network. The Civic Media Network‘s Hayward station 910AM will also be carrying race coverage the week of the Birkie. More details to come as the […]
Trio Selected to Portray Historic Inga & Warriors During Birkie Week 2024 Celebration
Hayward, Wisc. (January 25, 2024) – The American Birkebeiner Ski Foundation proudly announces the selection of Kirsten Sandman, Todd Sandman, and Craig Hokanson, to portray the iconic figures of Inga & the Warriors during the 50th-anniversary Birkie celebration, February 21–24, 2024. The trio hails from the Cumberland Area Timberland Hills ski area in Barron County, […]
Executive Director Ben Popp discusses Birkie contingency plans on WCCO
American Birkebeiner Ski Foundation Executive Director Ben Popp appeared on WCCO-Minneapolis to discuss the 50th Anniversary American Birkebeiner week-long ski event and celebration coming this February 20th – 25th. He sheds light on the history of the event and the potential contingency plans in the event the weather doesn’t cooperate.
Olympic Gold Medalist Jessie Diggins to Headline 2024 Birkie Bash Celebration
Mt. Telemark Village Campaign to Benefit from Proceeds Hayward, Wis. – 12/21/23 – The American Birkebeiner Ski Foundation (ABSF) is proud to announce that Jessie Diggins, decorated world-class athlete and Olympic gold medalist, will be the guest of honor at the 2024 Birkie Bash celebration on Thursday, February 22, 2024, for an unforgettable evening in […]
