Birkie Week 2023 Registration

Registration for ABSF Membership, including an early opportunity to register for 2023 American Birkebeiner events (Birkie, Korte, PH, OT) will open at 8:00am on April 11, 2022 through April 18, 2022 at 11:59pm.  During this special membership event, members may register for the American Birkebeiner, Kortelopet, Prince Haakon, or Open Track events and get their name on their bib (1 named bib/individual registration; 1 named bib per unique family member/family registration).

ABSF Membership opportunities will continue with different benefits beginning April 19.  General registration for 2023 American Birkebeiner, Kortelopet, Prince Haakon, and Open Track events will open on May 2 at 8:00am.

Save the Date: February 22 – 26, 2023

We have been very intentional and gradual in our approach to our COVID-19 health and safety protocols. Based on COVID-19 trends and regulatory guidance, the ABSF will continue to develop best practices for events, and these protocols may change at any time without notice. Our medical team is working closely with local health authorities and resources and will utilize CDC recommendations to determine necessary protocols to put in place for events in February.

We encourage all participants, spectators, and volunteers to get vaccinated.

Face Coverings

Face coverings are required (ages 2 and up) in all indoor locations, regardless of vaccination status. This includes Expo locations, bib pick-up, changing and warming tents, busses, Birkie Store retail spaces, etc. Face coverings are optional in outdoor areas.

All face coverings (whether disposable or reusable) should:

• Be made with at least 2 layers of breathable material
• Fully cover the nose and mouth

At this time, based on guidance from health authorities, open-chin, triangle bandanas and face coverings containing valves, mesh material or holes of any kind are not acceptable face coverings.

COVID-19 Warning

An inherent risk of exposure to COVID-19 exists in any public place where people are present. COVID-19 is an extremely contagious disease that can lead to severe illness and death. According to the CDC, people with underlying medical conditions are especially vulnerable.

By participating in Birkie Ski Week, you voluntarily assume all risks related to exposure to COVID-19. Help keep each other healthy; we recommend being vaccinated and wearing a mask indoors.

If you have been COVID positive after Valentine’s Day, please do not attend Birkie Week in person.

https://register.covidconnect.wi.gov

Birkie Week Covid-19 Testing:

FEBRUARY 23-27
Wednesday—Saturday 9am–3pm
Sunday 9am –12pm
HOW:  Drive up—No appointments!
— Rapid tests (antigen) every day
— PCR (send out confirmatory) available Wednesday—Friday only!  Pre-register here.

If you test positive for COVID19 on or after Valentine’s Day, please do not travel to the area for Birkie Week Events.  If you develop symptoms or begin to feel ill when in the area: Birkie Week Covid-19 testing.We recommend that you bring home tests with you to use if you begin to feel ill. If you test positive, please remain isolated.  Learn more about Birkie Covid19 guidelines. 

FAQs

Will skiers be required to wear a mask at the start, finish, or on course?

At time of writing, the CDC does not recommend masks for outdoor use. We will be following the CDC guidelines and monitoring for changes in recommendations. We request that you ski with a mask on your person, in the case of an accident while on course.

Could Birkie Week Events be canceled due to COVID-19?

At this point in time, we feel that the proper precautions and monitoring are in place to allow Birkie Week Events to continue.

Our medical team is working closely with local health authorities and resources and will utilize CDC recommendations at the time to determine necessary protocols to put in place. Please check back here just before Birkie Week to determine if changes in protocols have been made.

If Covid-19 continues to rise, will you change Birkie events?

We will continue to monitor COVID-19 numbers daily, and the advice of the CDC and local health officials. We will adjust protocols based on their advice in February.

Will the expo and other indoor events happen as a normal Birkie year?

We monitor COVID-19 numbers daily and are in close contact with medical and health officials. At this time, we feel we can host the indoor spaces with mandatory masks in all indoor spaces. We will be following the CDC guidelines and local health office and adjusting protocols based on their advice in February.

Wax Services

ABSF Wax Policy

The American Birkebeiner Ski Foundation has joined U.S. Ski and Snowboard in banning the use of fluorinated ski wax in competition beginning the 2020-2021 season. We encourage all competitors to abide by this policy for all events on the Birkie Trail and at the American Birkebeiner Trailhead. All athletes are subject to random ski testing at events and penalties will apply to any US Ski and Snowboard licensed or citizen skier that is found to be non-compliant.

How to Clean Flouros from Skis

Cleaning Skis:

Wax, Scrape, & Brush 2-3 times with a F-Free glide wax.

Cleaning Tools:

Brushes – Vacuum bristles, spritz the bristles lightly with a base cleaner, and allow to dry.

Scrapers and other hard tools – Wipe clean with a base cleaner and allow to dry.

Work Space:

Vacuum and wipe down surfaces where skis and tools make contact.

Track your skier with RTRT!

The 2022 Slumberland American Birkebeiner Live Results are now available via web at https://rtrt.me/birkie22. Have a Smartphone? Download the RTRT.me Mobile App at https://rtrt.me/app/birkie22 and select the 2022 Birkie event. Participants, Family & Friends can all use Live Results to share in the excitement. On race day, spectators can get status of participants in real-time using the Live Tracker & Leaderboard. Details such as time, pace, position on the map and estimated finish will be instantly available! Sign-up now to have race progress posted automatically to your Twitter feeds! Live Email Notifications are also available.

A complete list of maps and trail conditions can be found on the Trails page.