This registraiton is for the BIATHLON Training Saturday only.
NOTE If you have never skate skied before, it is HIGHLY recommended you get at least one lesson before taking this clinic. The range is 3km from the lodge and is only accessible via skate or classic skiing. The clinic site is 3km from the Nordic Center and there are no services there.
Day of Clinic. 8:30 AM Check-in at the lodge
- There will be about half hour of classroom instruction before heading to the range.
- Attendees need to bring their lunch or snack. Water will be provided, but you are encouraged to bring your own.
- Please bring additional clothes for standing around at the range.
- Do not purchase a trail pass (it is included in clinic registration)
Clinic Site: The Stevens Pass Nordic Center is located on U.S. Hwy 2, five miles east of the summit of Stevens Pass. The Biathlon Range is a 3km ski from the Nordic Center.
Eligibility: This event is designed for those new to Biathlon and those interested in biathlon. It includes the mandatory USBA Rilfe Safey Courses as well as training in range procedures, race strategy and marksmanship. It is not intended for experienced Biathletes.
Volunteers/Instructors: Instructors will be SPNC certified ski instructors and experienced biathletes from the Washington Biathlon Association, including athletes who have competed nationally and internationally.
[ACTION REQUIRED PRIOR TO JAN 11] Safety Certification: You will need to complete the online USBA Safety Class PRIOR to this event. The Safety Assessment will be performed as part of this clinic. "RED BOOKS" are no longer valid. USBA Safety Course is required by all biathlon participants.
https://center.usbiathlon.org (Education, U.S. Biathlon Courses, Basic Rifle Safety Course)
Please email bryn.black@wabiathlon.org with a copy of your completion certificate of the online portion of the Safety Certification as soon as possible.
Rifles and Ammo: Rifles will be provided for those without their own. They are Izhmash biathlon rifles. We do have left handed rifles. 100 rounds of 22 standard velocity ammo will be provided to each participant.
Lodging: With a few exceptions the nearest lodging is in Leavenworth, 30 miles east of the Nordic Center. Leavenworth offers numerous choices and varied rates. Check on line at www.leavenworth.org.