Monday, November 26, 2018

Welcome to the 2018-19 Scout Nordic Team!

Welcome to the 2018-19 Scout Nordic team.  I hope you are ready for a great season! We have snow on the trails!


If you missed the parent meeting on November 29,  2018 (5:30pm  in the LMS Cafeteria)  here is the info that was handed out.

                            Laramie Middle School Nordic Team 2019

Coaches:
Chris Hamann
307.760.2797 (Text if possible)

Joel Kropf

Michelle Petty
mpetty@acsd1.org


Goals for the season:
Understanding that every skier starts the season at their own unique ability level, every skier will: 1) Grow in ski techniques, 2) obtain a working knowledge of training and racing, 3) maintain their own equipment, 4) be a contributing member of the Scout Nordic Team.

Equipment needs:
Nordic skis, boots, poles
Must have classic skis, may have both classic and skate skis
Skis can be rented at Base Camp down town. 

Clothing Needs:
Just like for any other sport, dressing out for skiing is expected.  Be ready for the bus with ski clothes on.  (Wind or snow pants, warm shirt, jacket, hat, gloves, wool or warmer socks in boots.) Jeans will NOT be allowed.  They do not allow for movement and are cold.

Team shirts will be provided for races.

ACSD 1 Requirements
These forms must be on file before your skiers first practice:
1)      Sports Physical (Need only one a year)
2)      Code of Conduct
3)      On Line registration complete
4)      Home School Athletes please check with Miss Martin at the front desk.  She may need more from you.

You must be passing all your classes to participate in a meet.


Team Composition
Because of the large total numbers of skiers, limited coaching and transportation we divide the team into two equal teams.
1)      Orange Team: Practice dates Monday, Wednesday and Friday
This team will focus on race techniques, and race training. It is for the more advanced skier.

2)      Black Team:  Practice dates Tuesday, Thursday and Friday
Focus on beginner skier or recreational skier who does not want to race but wants to learn to ski.

All skiers may participate in meets after meeting the statewide 10 practice rule.


Practice:
Monday- Thursday practice times: 3:20 -5:30PM 
(Transport to Happy Jack Ski Trails)
              Be dressed and ready to load at modular classrooms by 3:20PM. This means clothes changed, skis in hand.  Home to the same place at 5:30PM. 

Friday for both teams:  3:20 to 5PM (Scout Field, LMS weight room
              Conditioning, stretching, ski wax day)

First week of practice will be held at LJHS at Scout Park. (Meet in the Cafeteria, 3::20 PM to 5:PM) Dress to be outside.

Music students: You may have conflicts with practice and concerts.  GO TO YOUR CONCERT! Stay home from practice that day.  Choir, Band, Orchestra are graded classes, sports of any kind are optional.

Race Schedule:
January 5, 2019 ---Mind Bender – Happy Jack

January 12, 1019—Lander (3.5KM Classic)
January 26, 2019—Laramie (3.5KM Classic)
February 8, 2018—Cowboy State Games, Casper (3.5KM Freestyle)
February 16, 2018—Middle School Championships (3.5KM Freestyle)

Stay Connected:
Facebook Page: Scout Nordic            
Blog:  www.ScoutNordicNews.blogspot.com
Remind:  LMS Nordic


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December 10-14 Outline

Monday, December 10  - Dress for inside workout (Shorts, gym shoes, t-shirts) No ski equipment necessary
Tuesday, December 11-  Need Poles, dress to be outside but moving
Wednesday, December 12- Need poles, dress to be outside
Thursday, December 13-- Need all equipment, dress to be outside
Friday, December 14--  Need all equipment, dress to be outside

* ALL practices this week will be in town*
**If we get a bunch of snow in town, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday we will be skiing in the park! Monday/Wednesday we will be inside**
***Practices this week will be over at 5PM!  Please pick up your skier in back by the tennis courts)***






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