January 16-18, 2026
Women's Ski Camp & 30K, 20K, 10K or 5K Races
American Birkebeiner Trailhead, Cable, WI
What an incredible weekend! Ski de She is a time for women to come together to expand their skills, build race confidence, and connect with fellow female skiers. Choose to attend our 3-day camp or compete in the adjoining race, or both! Ski with friends. Ski for health. Ski with confidence.
Are you looking to take your skate skiing to the next level? Registration open to all women- you do not have to be a participant of the camp or race to take advantage of this opportunity!
This lesson is open to all women, whether you’re attending the camp, racing, or just want to improve your technique. Expert coaches will cover advanced techniques such as V1, V2, climbing, and skiing efficiency to help you ski faster, with less effort and more confidence. More information will be available when the snow flies!
Limited to 150 women!
Female skiers will gain confidence on and off skis through workshops led by outdoor industry professionals; wax clinics; ski race; recovery yoga; and post-race party & happy hour.
Attendees must be 16 years or older.
Ski de She Camp is limited to 150 women – don’t wait to register!
A women-only race is the perfect place to build your race confidence in an encouraging and competitive environment! All participants must be 13 years of age or older on race day to register for the 20k or 30k.
Choose your distance:
All of the camp activities and races will take place at the American Birkebeiner Trailhead. Arrive at the start from Telemark Rd – take Hwy M east from Cable, take a right (south) on Telemark Rd., and follow the signs to parking and/or bib pick-up. There is ample parking at the American Birkebeiner Trailhead.
Ski De She has been honored to host speakers like Olympic cross-country skier Kikkan Randall, professional cross-county skier Holly Brooks, & Olympian Carrie Tollefson.
This year’s keynote speaker will be announced in the coming months!
2026 Courses- with any luck, we will be using the intended 10K and 5K courses. Expect course maps in the fall.
Adjusted courses for 2025! The 30K and 20K will ski on a 5K loop. The 10K and 5K will ski on a 2.5K loop. There will be some overlap, but we’re working on the timing of the races to avoid congestion on the trail. We want everyone to be able to ski at their own pace – no matter what that is!
Gear West 30K Skate: 6 laps
20K Classic: 4 laps
Riverbrook 10K Freestyle: 4 laps
Rex 5K Freestyle: 2 laps
5K Course Loop: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/49411681
2.5K Course Loop: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/49423248
UnTapped all natural gels, waffles, and hydration formulas provide athletes with sustained energy that is easily digestible, tastes great, and is free from the artificial flavors found in many popular energy products.
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.
Event photos provided by Once In A Blue Moon Studio – Kelly Randolph Photography. View Ski de She photos here. >>
Ski de She events start and finish at the American Birkebeiner Trailhead, located about 17 miles north of Hayward, WI, the “Gateway to the Historic Northwoods” in the town of Cable, WI. Within driving distance from Duluth, MN 1:30, Minneapolis/St. Paul, MN 3:00, Madison, WI 4:50, and Chicago, IL 7:20.
For more information, please visit our lodging page to view the different lodging options that are around the area.
Learn more about Birkie partnerships by contacting Jen DeYoung at Jen.DeYoung@birkie.com.
