Post 3

12-16-19 Classic Ski Day Happy Jack Home at 5:30PM

12-17-19 Classic Ski Day Happy Jack Home at 5:30PM

12-18-19 Continue Classic for the beginners.  Skate day for all others. Happy Jack Home at 5:30PM

12-19-19  Christmas Ski Challenges Skis of choice for all but beginners.  Beginners Classic Happy Jack Home by 5:30PM

12-20-19 No Practice

Above is the schedule for the week.

Some things to remember.

1)      Buses load and unload in the parking lot by the tennis courts. 

2)      Please send appropriate winter clothes every day. It is usually 10-15 degrees colder at the ski area than in town.

3)      Electronics and instruments can be locked in the school on the orchestra room.  The bus is crowded.  Things get stepped on and broken.  The safe place for your tablet is in the school! You cannot get to your school locker after practice.  

4)      Please send a snack for your skier to eat on the bus or before loading.  A water bottle is also a good idea.

5)      Parents please try to be as punctual as possible after practice.  We, coaches have to stay until the last skier is picked up.
 )      MOST IMPORTANT!!  If your skier does not have all paperwork turned in to the office, they cannot get on the bus to go to practice.

Parents if you wish to ski with the team as a volunteer you must fill out a volunteer application at the main office. The office will let us know when you have been cleared to help!  Thanks. 

Practices over the break:

We will offer two days of practices over the break.  They are not mandatory but if you have skiers that need to get out…. They will count toward the nine required practices before the first meet.  Tuesday 12/31/19, time 12:30PM to 3PM and Thursday 1-2-20 same times.  

Shirt and Tight orders are due  January 19, 2019 (No Practice on the 20^th)

GO SKI WITH YOUR FAMILY OVER THE BREAK, THE SNOW IS GREAT!

Laramie  High School hosts their meet this weekend December 20, 21, 2019  go watch then and cheer on the Plainsmen!. 

Post 2 of 2020

Welcome Skiers and Families. 

Season 2020 is getting organized and on the way! 

If you have not given me an email address please do so.  We are putting together a team email list “ScoutNordic”.  This is our main outlet for news, blog, schedules etc. 

Other areas of information – Facebook at ScoutNordic   and Remind.  The school website is not easily updated please look at these options for information.  (Detailed info on how to find these is on Post 1)

Included in the information packet is 99% of what you need to know about the team.  See Post 1 of 2020. Please read it. 

Information not included in the packet:

1)      Suggested you find a way to have a water bottle and some way to carry it.  Hydration is just as important in the cold as the heat!

2)      Please pack a snack for before skiing.  Nordic skiers can burn as many as 600 to 1000cal an hour.  They can eat on the bus on the way to the ski trails or eat before loading.  (Granola bars, crackers, fruit, bagels etc.) Something with protein right after practice , on the bus will help with recovery and keep the angry hungry animals at bay. (Chocolate milk, protein bar, string cheese, jerky.) Please try to send low sugar and healthy foods.

Ski Team Clothing:

Order forms for team shirts and team tights are attached to this post.  A jersey for races will be provided if you choose not to order.  Ski tights are what most skiers wear to race in.  They are not warm and need a base layer under them. Neither shirt or tights are required for our team.  PLease do not feel obligated.

Most Important information:

FIRST DAY OF PRACTICE –DECEMBER 9, 2019

Bring your ski gear to school.  Dress out to workout inside. (Shorts, shirt, running shoes)  We will be checking in with Miss Martin  to make sure all paperwork is in and correct.  Checking and labeling ski equipment.  Carding skis to find wax pockets etc.  Going over how to scrape and wax skis.  And hopefully run through a short gym workout.

Here is what our first week looks like. 

12-9-19	12-10-19	12-11-19	12-12-19	12-13-19
FIRST DAY Bring Skis, boots, poles. Dress out to work out inside. Dismiss at 5PM Music Students stay home, go to your concert.	First Day for Music Students Dress to be outside (pants, hat. gloves.jacket) at Scout Field. Possible ski if snow. Bring running shoes just in case. Done at 5PM	Travel To Happy Jack.  Dress to Ski Classic Skis Home at 5:30PM	Travel to Happy Jack. Classic Skis Home by 5:30PM	Scout Field Ski if snow/Run if not. Done by 5PM

 Remember: No skis in the building.  They get stored in the equipment shed behind the school.  It will be open before school on Monday and Tuesday.  Ski clothes can be stored behind the stage against the wall.    All gear must be in a  bag or back pack and labeled with your name. 

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Please be patient with us as we get the routine of catching the bus, practice and home learned.  

The snow is amazing! Trails are rolled and ready for us.  Thank Randy and Dan the trail groomers at the area when you see them.

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Post 1 of the 2020 Season.

Yes I know it is still 2019..
Here is the parent Skier information handed out at the meeting.
One Change.  Practice starts December 9, 2019

Laramie Middle School Nordic Team 2019-20

Coaches:

Chris Hamann

Chamann63@gmail.com

307.760.2797 (Text if possible)

Michelle Petty

mpetty@acsd1.org

Sydney Humphrey

shumphrey@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 BaseCamp down town.

 On -line rental booking-- https://outdoorgearo.com/store/laramie-s-basecamp/

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)      Permission to travel

4)      Home School Athletes please check with Miss Martin at the front desk.  She may need more from you.

Practices:

The more time on snow the better!

 Everybody will have the chance to ski every practice Monday thru Thursday.

 We understand that Middle School is a busy time and some days a week you might have other commitments.   We require a skier commitment of practice three (3) days out of the week.   

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

Practices:

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:  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.

Races:

1)      Optional.  We do not require you race.  If you travel to a race you must participate!

2)      Fun long days

. So worth the training and work.

3)      Must have 10 practices

4)      Must be passing all your classes!

Race Schedule:

January 11, 2020 ---Mind Bender – Happy Jack

January 18, 2020—Antelope Butte -Sheridan (3.5KM Classic)

January 25, 2020—Laramie (3.5KM Classic)

February 1, 2020—  Casper (3.5KM Freestyle)

February 15, 2020— Lander Middle School Championships (3.5KM Freestyle)

Stay Connected:

Facebook Page: Scout Nordic                      Blog:  www.ScoutNordicNews.blogspot.com

                                            Remind:  LMSNordic  (Dial 81010 then text @scoutno

Parent Information

Parent Name_____________________________________

Phone Numbers_________________________________________

Emails (Included in Mass mailing list)

I can help with our home meet on January 11_______ or 25________

I can Marshall on the course (Must be able to ski) __________ Time_______ Provide First Aid/Medical Support______ Help with Start and Finish Areas_____

We have 3 away meets: I would like to help provide travel snacks for the team to a meet.  (You will be contacted with needs)

________________________________________________________

Below are 2 order forms.  1) Race tights 1) Team shirts.  Both are only of you want.  Please do not feel obligated.  The same shirt can be checked out for races from the team.