UPDATE: MVSTA regrets to announce that the Ski Rodeo race has been cancelled. While the recreational ski conditions in Mazama remain good, the snow pack is thin. Canceling the race will ensure great skiing for all skiers during the holiday week and prevent equipment damage that can occur in race conditions.

 

The recreational trails in the Rendezvous, at Sun Mountain and in Mazama are in good shape; we look forward to seeing everyone out enjoying the snow and sunshine! For the daily grooming report check MVSTA’s website at www.mvsta.com.  

 

  

Sunday, December 27
New this year! The Ski Rodeo is a free timed race. In celebration of the upcoming winter Olympics, MVSTA invites you and your family to come out and try a 5 or 10K ski race. Bibs and race timing will be provided, participants need only a MVSTA day trail pass to compete. Results and awards will be provided following the races. Here is your opportunity to try an Olympic Nordic event in a family-friendly setting.

Traditionally skiers also choose to race in a funny hat. Wear your craziest costume and win a special prize.

Location
All races start from the Mazama Community Center. See maps below for the 3 different courses.

Distances

  • 10K
  • 5K (any age—Timed race or Fun race)
  • 2.5K Freestyle technique (J3, J4—ages 10-14):
  • 1K Classic technique (J5, J6, J7—ages 4-9):

Maps

2.5K course
5K course
10K course

Start Times

  • 10K: 11:30 a.m.
  • 5K: 11:35 a.m.
  • 2.5K: 11:00 a.m.
  • 1K: 10:30 a.m.

    

Cost:

Free to race. However, an MVSTA trail pass is required. Please register early online if possible. Simply show your trail pass at bib pick-up. Elliot Hardwick at the 2.5K race finish

Event Registration & Bib Pickup
Get the registration form here: ONLINE REGISTRATION CLOSED

You can also register in person at the locations and times listed below. Pre-registered racers pick up bibs and packets at the same locations. Please show your trail pass at bib pick-up.

    Saturday, December 26 1:00 - 3:00 p.m. at MVSTA's office, 209 Castle Ave in Winthrop. From the 4-way stop in Winthrop head north (up hill) on Bridge Street, turn right on Castle. MVSTA is the first building on the right.

    Sunday, December 27 9:00 – 11:00 a.m. at the Mazama Community Center in Mazama. From Winthrop, head west on Hwy 20 approximately 13 miles. Turn right at the Mazama Junction and proceed straight to the stop sign. Go straight through the intersection and turn right into the Corral Parking Lot. Mazama Community Center is red building at east end of parking lot.

Waves

10K participants will start in 4 waves of approximately 20 each. Wave 1 will include racers with the fastest pace (finish time less than ~66 minutes) and wave 4 will include racers with the slowest pace (finish time ~90 -120 minutes). Racers choose a wave when registering for the race.

Refreshments and Awards

After the race participants will gather in the Mazama Community Center for refreshments, sold by the Methow Valley Nordic Team and an awards ceremony. The top three male and female finishers in each of the following age group will be presented with an award: J4, J3, J2, J1, OJ, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, and 70+.
All J7, J6, and J5 participants will be recognized at the conclusion of their finish.

Confused about kid’s age groups. See the table below:

Age class
OJ
J1  
J2 
J3
J4
  J5
  J6
   J7
Age
 18-19
16-17
14-15
12-13
10-11
8-9
6-7
4-5

Race Results

For race results, check out the Results page the evening of the race.

Questions?
Email events@mvsta.com

Ski Rodeo start