MT SPOKANE NORDIC CUP (JNQ/NRL) 2023
FEBRUARY 18 & 19, 2023
Junior National Qualifier / National Ranking List
Mt. Spokane State Park Nordic Ski Area
2023 Event Information
Schedule
SATURDAY
XCX Skate Sprint Race
9am Start
1.26km for All Ages
SUNDAY
Classic Distance Race
9am Start
3K for U14 and Under
5K for U16
10K for U18 and U20 and older
Results
(Click Here for Webscorer Link)
Race Wax for this Weekend: Swix HS8
Registration
This is a USSS-sanctioned race.
THERE IS NO SAME-DAY REGISTRATION FOR THIS RACE.
Please Note! There are two registration sites depending on which part of the event you wish to register for. There is a US Ski and Snowboard National Ranking List event for USSS members and a community event open to any racer age 17 and under! Both the USSS event registration link and community event registration links are active below. (Any level US Ski and Snowboard member can race in the US Ski and Snowboard race, a competitor membership is needed to earn National Ranking List points.)
Registration is entirely online. Fees increase at 11:59pm on Sunday February 12th, 2023. Registration Closes at 11:59 PM on Wednesday, February 15th.
There will be no late registration.
Registration for US Ski & Snowboard National Ranking List Event:
Registration is available now via USSS Signup. To register, racers need to:
1. Log into my.usskiandsnowboard.org
2. On the tools section of their personal dashboard, click on "Athlete Event Registration"
3. On the event search page put in the proper criteria (sport, PNW, age, class, gender, etc) and click "search competitions"
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER FOR THE U16 AND OLDER NRL RACES
Race Fees
Up to 11:59 pm on Sunday February 12th, 2023, fees are:
$25 per day for Community Races - any skier - non-license holder
$40 per day for USSS NRL Races - U16 and older USSS license holder
Starting Monday February 13th, 2023, fees increase to:
$50 per day for USSS NRL Races - U16 and older USSS license holder
Start Lists
CLICK HERE for PRELIMINARY START LISTS (Link to Webscorer)
Posted Thursday 2/16
Location
Mt. Spokane State Park Nordic Ski Area
Hospitality
Accommodation and Lodging Recommendations.
The hotels linked here and below are providing special rates for race participants. These hotels contribute to the Spokane Sports Commission, a major supporter of this event and Spokane Nordic. North Spokane and Downtown Hotels are closer to the race site than those listed for West Plains.
Downtown Spokane:
1. Hotel Indigo
2. Ruby River Hotel
3. Best Western Plus - City Center
4. Courtyard by Marriott - Downtown Spokane
Click Here to Learn More and Reserve a Discounted Room
There are also hotels in Spokane Valley located in closer proximity to the race site and coaches meeting, but without special rates. These are listed below:
1. Tru by Hilton - 13509 E. Mansfield Ave, Spokane Valley
2. Mirabeau Park Hotel - 1100 N. Sullivan, Spokane Valley
3. Hampton Inn and Suites - 16418 E. Indiana, Spokane Valley
Parking
The Washington State Sno-Park Permit is required to park at the Ski Park. The pass is $25 per day and can be pre-purchased directly from State Parks HERE. (You can also purchase the season-long pass "Seasonal Non-Motorized Permit/ Special Groomed Sticker Combo for $120) You can also purchase this pass on-site at the Fitness Fanatics Trailer
Food and Facilities
Food will be available from Lean Kitchen Co. in Spokane.
Meals will be $10 apiece
Payment can be done in cash or by smart phone via QR code
Bathroom facilities are available in the Selkirk Lodge and in portable toilets located at the start area and Junction 1.
USSS Membership
USSS membership is required for racers competing in the USSS National Ranking List event. Any level USSS member can race, however a competitor membership is needed to earn National Ranking List points. USSS membership is not required to compete in the Community Event.
Contacts
Mike Burns, Chief of Competition
Cell: (509) 499-1747
THANK YOU TO OUR JNQ SPONSORs!
SNSA and Spokane's Nordic Skiing Community appreciate your support!
