February 6 - Meadow Mountain Uphill Skiing Clinic
Date, Location & Time
February 6, 2027 | Minturn - Meadow Mountain | 10 a.m. - 1 p.m.*
*Date, location and time are subject to change
Register!
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Online Registration closes at 10 p.m. on February 5, 2027.
Want to learn more about skin skiing as another winter activity?
We've got you covered! A beginner & intermediate skin track clinic will be held at Meadow Mountain on February 6* for those new to the activity! Taught by local backcountry enthusiast Dawes Wilson, the clinic will go over basic skin track skills including kick turns, traction at the limit, pole use, boot packing and transitions. The clinic is $25 and preregistration is encouraged as participation is limited. Bring required gear: helmet, backpack, tension devices.
The clinic will take place from 10-1 p.m. The first half of the clinic will be focused on learning the basic skills of skimo in a group setting. The second half of the clinic will be implementing the skills learned out on the Bullwheel skin track. This skin track is perfect for practicing your skimo skills with step turns, steep inclines, transitions & boot packing.
*Date is tentative and subject to change
Stay tuned for more information!
Learning Clinics
BEGINNER SKIN SKI CLINICS - January 27 & March 10
The Vail Nordic Center will be offering a beginner skin ski clinic for people looking to learn about the equipment and how it all functions in a very safe environment. The clinic will have a knowledgable instructor that will teach you the fundamentals before you take the gear on the slopes! This is a great clinic if you're interested in trying skimo but don't know where to start. Call the Vail Nordic Center to register and learn more (980) 476-8366.
Group Skins
Cripple Creek Backcountry will be having group skins on Wednesday evenings. These are a great way to get into the sport and meet people who share the same hobbies and passions! Learn more by following them on instagram @cripplecreekbc and @ccbc_edwards.
Cripple Creek Backcountry
Cripple Creek Bike & Backcountry in Edwards is your one stop shop for all things ski mountaineering. They are located at 34237 US-6, Edwards, CO 81632. CCBC will be offering 20% off rentals all winter when you show your winter race bib! Keep a look out for more info on their Wednesday Group Skins as well!
Alpine Quest Sports
Alpine Quest Sports has a large selection of backcountry skis and mountaineering equipment. They are located at 34510 US-6, Edwards, CO 81632.
Vail Nordic Center
The Vail Nordic Center has a small selection of SkiMo race equipment if you're looking to upgrade to a lighter set up. They are located at 1775 Sunburst Dr, Vail, CO 81657.
A Huge Thank You To All Of Our Amazing Sponsors For The 26/27 Bloch Ongert Winter Races!
The VRD's Winter Races are yours thanks to our title sponsor Bloch Ongert Injury Law. Thank you to our presenting sponsors Vail Resort, Beaver Creek Resort, Arrowhead Metro District, The Krueger Family and the Vail Nordic Center. Thank you to our partners at The Steadman Clinic, US Foods, Alpine Wine & Spirits, 10th Mountain Whiskey & Spirit, Vail Brewing Company, Montana Skins, First Bank, Alpine Quest Sports, Dynafit, Vail Mountain Coffee & Tea, Skratch Labs, Best Day Brewing, and Cripple Creek Backcountry. Thank you to the United States Forest Service for protecting and maintaining these areas for us to enjoy.
