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Worldloppets and BirkebeinerCanada's Keskinada Loppet and the American Birkebeiner are two race in a series of 14 Worldloppets held in various countries around the world. As in all Worldloppets, skiers are seeded into a starting wave according to results obtained in previous loppets. Medals are awarded to top male and female finishers in their age brackets. At the end of the year, those who accumulate the most points earn the Worldloppet title. Masters Ski RacesAnyone 30 years or older can compete in a Masters race. Skiers vie for medals awarded in five-year age brackets. Masters events are usually held in conjunction with regular races such as the ASM series.
Canadian Cross Country Ski EventsLoppets (races for skiers of all levels) are held at various centres across Canada. Medals are often awarded for top finishers in their age groups. Skiers not wanting to complete the long distance usually have a choice of lesser distances. Entry fees generally increase as the date of the event approaches, so register early. Major Canadian events, including the Canadian Ski Marathon, are listed on Canada Trails XC Events. See the regional pages for a more complete list of events:
American Cross Country Ski EventsRaces for skiers of all levels are held at many locations throughout the winter. Medals are often awarded for top finishers in their age groups. Skiers not wanting to complete the long distance usually have a choice of lesser distances. Entry fees generally increase as the date of the event approaches, so register early. American Ski Marathon Series Formerly known as the Great American Ski Chase, the ASM is a series of USSA-sanctioned ski races held at 10 locations across the US open to all levels of skiers. Skiers with the best results from four designated races win the series Championships. For more info about the ASM and other major American events such as the Birkebeiner, check the American Events Page or see the regional calendars for a more complete list of events:
Ski CampsSki camps are an intensive program of instruction lasting one or several days. Usually they are offered in the early winter. An effective way of learning proper technique is by videotaping participants, so ask if it is offered. Mid-Nov to Mid-Dec Siver Star Cross Country Ski Camps, Vernon, British Columbia Two-, five- and seven-day camps for all ages and levels $Cdn515-$Cdn1,550 (2005) plus room www.skisilverstar.com Late Nov West Yellowstone Fall Training Camp, West Yellowstone, Montana - Three- and five-day camps $240-$340 plus meals and accommodation (2005)www.yellowstoneskifestival.com Mid-Dec Weekend ski camp, Craftsbury, VT www.craftsbury.com January nbsp; One-day ski camps at Gatineau Park, Ottawa, Ontario www.xczone.com Events for Extreme SkiersLooking for someting different? Try one of these:
Winter Trails (formerly Ski Fest)More than 100 cross-country ski areas in the US and Canada participate in the annual Winter Trails Festival held in early January. Free lessons and other ski incentives are offered to first-time skiers and snowshoers.
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