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To avoid all road crossings and the logistics that this component entails, we have consulted and reviewed the path and our group has come up with three separate options available to sit skiers. Please remember that the proposed activities are optional. We invite you to review each course options and pick what best fits your needs.
Option “A”
Beginner - LEARN TO SIT SKI STATION - Ability Level: Easy
Location: Whisker’s Field, North side of the Mountain Road and Cape Cod Road intersection. See Map here. This station will be running from 10am-1pm.
General Information: This is the perfect station to try on some adaptive equipment and get familiar with the sport of Nordic sit skiing. Trained professionals of the NENSA Adaptive Program will be available to fit the equipment and offer sit ski instructions to refine your technique. Games including a Nordic Terrain Park, beans bag toss and plenty more also await - all run and organized by Stowe Parks and Recreation. Make sure to enjoy a S’Mores off the fire pit. Stay here as long as you want and perfect that push and glide, and gain skills and confidence in this exciting sport. If you are feeling more adventurous, jump right into Option “B” (see below).
Parking: Participants are asked to park behind the large yellow building adjacent to the road intersection. Best parking spots will be reserved for adaptive skiers, please follow the volunteers’ directions. Extra parking will also be available at the Jewish Center of Stowe (JCOG).
In this location:
- Pick up your event bib
- Get fitted for adaptive ski equipment (sit ski or else)
- Get a free sit ski lesson
- Children of family and friends can also borrow free Nordic equipment and join the free “Learn to Ski” clinic
- An enhance access port-o-let
Option “B”
ADVENTURER - approximately 2 mile X 2 = 4 mile loop - Ability level: Easy to Moderate
Location: This option is an add-on to Option “A” described above. Follow general information detailed above.
General Information: Start your adventure with a warm up and refresher on the NENSA Learn to sit ski loop. If you feel up to it, try the games offered before gliding down the Stowe Rec Path for more fun and games.
Stations on this loop:
Mile 0 - Whisker's Field Trooper
- “NENSA Learn to Sit Ski Clinic”
- Free sit ski equipment and other adaptive equipment AND instructions for adaptive athletes
- Free Catamount Trail Association “Learn To Nordic Ski” Clinic and Children’s Nordic Equipment
- Concept 2 Nordic Terrain Park, radar gun speed competition and Ski Jump
- Stowe Parks and Recreation S'Mores, Bean Bag, and and Bill Koch Biathlon, games for all ages, & more!
Mile 0.5 - EverBank Apple Tree Environmentally Friendly Arts and Crafts
- Decorate pine cones and create fun tree ornaments that will also feed the birds and squirrels
- Apple cider and water will be provided by Dragonfly Consignment
Mile 1.5 - Pull and Shoot Affair - Field A - Adjacent to the Swimming Hole
- Hammer Head Sled pulling contest
- Boy Scout Winter Camping Station - Learn to survive in snow, sharpen your skills, build a fire, pitch a tent, all that and plenty more!
At this point, adaptive skiers are invited to turn around and head back toward your vehicle.
Option “C”
Experienced skiers - 2.5 miles X 2 = 5 mile loop. Ability level: Moderate
Location: Start of the Stowe Recreation Path, Nordic Barn, behind the TopNotch Tennis Center. See exact location on this map.
General Information: This group of adaptive skiers is invited to meet behind the Nordic Barn across from TopNotch Resort at 10am. A volunteer will great you with your event bib. If you need to borrow adaptive equipment, you MUST contact the organizers, and return your athletes form by January 4th (
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). An enhance access port-o-let will be positioned in that location. Access from the parking lot to the Rec Path will be groomed and very accessible. We encourage you to try and sit ski as a group so we can adapt some of the activities and meet to your individual needs. This loop can be shortened since it is also out and back.
Adaptive skiers will begin to ski at 10:30am and will be accompanied by a group of volunteers.
Parking: The parking lot entrance is just before the TopNotch Tennis Center (left side of the road). Go all the way to the end where some clearly marked preferred parking will be reserved for adaptive athletes.
Stations on this loop:
Mile 0 - Start at Topnotch Resort and Spa Tennis Center
- Kick off the Tour with a Pre-Ski Warm Up Session presented by the professional gym staff of TopNotch Resort and Spa. A good way to get the blood going!
- Light start snacks and beverages also provided by TopNotch Resort and Spa
Mile 1- Paint Ball Station presented by Stowe Lacrosse
- After a long mile ski, you’ll get a biathlon experience shooting and aiming at targets. A favorite station for all ages!
Mile 1.3 - Yoga session at West Branch Yoga - map
- Owner Michael Azarowitz will come outside to greet the adaptive skiers
- Yoga session will concentrate on stretching necks, arms, and backs. All easily adaptable based on individual needs
- A tent will be set up for shelter if necessary
- Free warm and cold refreshments available
Mile 2.3 Take a pit stop and... Refuel!
- Piecasso Pizzeria and Lounge offers a 2 pizza slice special and a soda for $5.50. Volunteers who accompany the athletes will need to go inside and get the food.
Mile 2.5 - Farmers Market Select Field - by the Red Barn Shops
If you want to ski some more after you've returned to your vehicle at TopNotch Tennis Center, feel free to drive back down the Mountain Road and join us in the Whisker's Field (See option A and B).
The event concludes with Village Celebrations in the Akeley Building on Main Street at 2 p.m. Use the entrance at the rear of the building to access to elevator. Party is on the third floor.
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