Ski de She Camp and Race
Mark your calendars for January 19-21, 2024!
January 27-29, 2023
Ski with friends. Ski for health. Ski with confidence.
Join us for the first ever Ski de She, a ski event created just for women! Participate in the entire 3-day camp or register for the race on Saturday. The Ski de She camp is limited to 100 women – don’t wait to register!
Ski de She is a time for women to come together to expand their skills, build race confidence, and connect with fellow women skiers.
Special Guest Kikkan Randall
We are honored to announce that 5-Time Olympian, Olympic & World Champion, “Get-Activist” and Active Mom, Kikkan Randall will be participating in the inaugural Ski de She weekend. In addition to her long list of athletic pursuits, Kikkan brings her real-world experience as a mom, cancer-survivor, and engaged community member to the table.
3-Day Camp – limited to 100 women!
Throughout the weekend camp attendees will enjoy health and wellness workshops, hear from ski industry experts, and dine on delicious food and drink to fuel the weekend. Includes race entry. All participants must be 18 years of age or older to register for the Ski de She Camp.
- Indoor & outdoor sessions
- Swix wax clinic
- Saturday races
- Post-race party & happy hour
- Recovery yoga
Race Only
Don’t have time for the 3-day camp? Join us for the Ski de She races only on Saturday, January 28 at 10:00am at the Birkie Trailhead in Cable, WI. A women-only race is the perfect place to build your race confidence in an encouraging, yet competitive environment!
- 30k Skate Race presented by Gear West
- 20k Classic Race presented by Backroads Coffee and Vibes Bakery
- 10k Skate/Classic Race presented by Riverbrook Bike & Ski
All participants must be 13 years of age or older on race day to register for the 20k or 30k.
Need to switch your race? Email registration@birkie.com and we’ll take care of your change (no change fee for the inaugural year). Changes will be not accepted after Tuesday, January 24, 2023.
Registration
2023 Ski de She Camp & Race Registration Closed
| September 12 through October 13 | October 14 through December 1 | December 2 through January 5 | January 6 until January 28 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ski de She CAMP *Race registration included | $300 | $300- Camp is full, join the waiting list! | $300- Camp is full, join the waiting list! | $300- Camp is full, join the waiting list! |
| Ski de She RACE | $65 | $75 | $85 | $95 |
Venue Directions and Parking
Getting There
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. Exit the start/finish area on McNaught Rd. There is ample parking at the American Birkebeiner Trailhead.
Parking
Camp Schedule
The Ski de She camp is a time to come together to learn more about cross country skiing, health, training, and community. This camp is reserved for women only. All participants must be 18 years of age or older to register for the Ski de She Camp.
Friday, January 27
- 1:00pm: Check-in, Meet and Greet
- 1:30-3:30pm: Outdoor ski sessions
- 3:30-4:00pm: Warm up!
- 4:00-6:00pm: Indoor sessions
- The Importance of Coordinating Breathing and Movement with Fluid Health and Fitness
- Changing the Clothing Game: Dressing for Distance with Abby Drach of Indura Athletic
- You Already Won, You Showed Up with Margie Nelson
- Wisconsin’s Growing Outdoor Recreation Industry with Mary Monroe Brown
- 6:00pm: Dinner
- Provided by Lakewoods Resort & Lodge
- Wine provided by White Stag
- 6:30pm: Race Strategies with an Age Perspective with Jan Guenther of Gear West
- 7:00pm: Wine and Waxing
- Waxing Clinic presented by Swix
- 8:30pm: Close for the day
Saturday, January 28
- 8:00am: Breakfast and Race Prep
- Breakfast and coffee provided by Backroads Coffee
- Bakery items provided by Vibes Bakery
- 9:00am: On Snow Warm-up and Wax Prep
- 10:00am: Ski de She Race
- 12:00-2:00pm: After Race Party
- 1:00pm: Awards Ceremony
- 2:30-4:30pm: Indoor sessions resume for campers
- I Resolve to Eat MORE with Jess Cerra
- 4 Easy Ways to Ski Better with Less Injury with Dr. Chris Leisz
- The Power of the Mind! Mental Strategies to Build Your Racing Confidence with Kim Rudd of Endurance Adventures
- Just Show Up with Dr. Christina Kraemer
- 4:30-5:30pm: Happy Hour – snacks, drinks, share your race stories with each other!
Sunday, January 29
- 8:00am: Yoga
- Provided by Hayward Fitness Fanatics
- Bring a yoga mat!
- 9:00am: Breakfast
- Breakfast and coffee provided by Backroads Coffee
- Bakery items provided by Vibes Bakery
- 9:30am: Keynote Speaker, presented by Fischer
- 10:30am: Coaches Q&A
- 11:00am: On-snow Ski Time
- 1:00: Head home tired, happy, and full of plans to meet up with friends to ski!
Camp Presentations
Need a refresher?
Check out the links below to reference the materials from some of our workshop leaders!
- Inspired – The Connection Between Performance and Breathing Mechanics
- Presented by Fluid Health and Fitness
- Changing the Clothing Game: Dressing for Distance
- Presented by Abby Drach of Indura Athletic
- You Already Won – You Showed Up
- Presented by Margie Nelson
- 4 Easy Ways to Ski Better with Less Injury
- Presented by Dr. Chris Leisz
- The Power of the Mind! Mental Strategies to Build Racing Confidence
- Presented by Kim Rudd
- Just Show Up
- Presented by Dr. Christina Kramer
Race Schedule
The race is included for all camp participants, but for those who don’t have time for a full weekend, join us for race day only!
Saturday, January 28
- 8:00am: Bib Pickup Opens
- 10:00am: Gear West 30K Skate Race
- 10:05am: Backroads 20K Classic Race
- 10:10am: Riverbrook 10K Open Technique Race
- 12:00-2:00pm: After Race Party
- 1:00pm: Awards Ceremony
Included in registration: Snacks, Tattersall happy hour, and a participant gift!
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.
Gear West 30k Skate
Test your endurance against a competitive field of women. This event is tailored to both experienced racers & those who want to build their distance racing confidence.
Backroads Coffee 20k Classic
Take your classic skiing to the next level. Whether you want to challenge yourself in a new way, or just enjoy the trail and camaraderie, the 20k classic race is for you.
Riverbrook Bike and Ski 10k Freestyle
The Riverbrook 10k Classic/Skate Race is a great option for women who are new to the racing scene and want to give racing a try in an encouraging, all-women setting.
Course
Experience a fun course that traverses ski trails around the Mt. Telemark Village area. The course is a 10K loop that travels Birkie Trail, Mt. Telemark trails, and a few in between.
Ski de She Course Map
Awards
30k Skate
Overall
The top three finishers will receive prize money, podium award, and flowers!
Prize money will be given for the 30K Gearwest skate race winners:
1st Place: $1000
2nd Place: $750
3rd Place: $500
4th Place: $250
5th Place: $150
Age Class
The top three finishers in the following age classes will receive a podium award:
- 18-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+
20k Classic
Overall
The top three finishers will receive a podium award and flowers!
Age Class
The top three finishers in the following age classes will receive a podium award:
- 17 and under, 18-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+
10k Freestyle
Overall
The top three finishers will receive a podium award and flowers!
Age Class
The top three finishers in the following age classes will receive a podium award:
- 13-14, 15-17, 18-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+
Lodging
North Woods Getaway
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.
Lodging Options
For more information, please visit our lodging page to view the different lodging options that are around the area.
Sponsors
Sponsors of the Ski de She Camp and Race
Gold Circle Elite
Gold Level Sponsors of the Major Birkie Events Year-Round
Be Part of the Birkie and the Markets We Serve!
Meredith Ingbretson
Partnership Coordinator
American Birkebeiner® Ski Foundation
meredith.ingbretson@birkie.com
Andrew Manocheo
Partnership Director
American Birkebeiner® Ski Foundation
andrew.manocheo@birkie.com
