January 13-18, 2014

Hold on this is going to get busy!

Monday, January 13, 2014
Skate Day
Slow ski the race course
Back to LJHS 5:45PM

Tuesday, January 14, 2014
TNT#1
1/2 team will wax SKATE Skis  in Cafeteria
1/2 team will be in the weight room
There is no bus transportation for this practice.  Please find  your own way to LJHS
Done around 5PM

Wednesday, January 15, 2014
Classic Day
Ski Course, Answer questions about the meet. 
Back to LJHS 5:45PM

Thursday, January 16, 2014
TNT #2
1/2 team wax skis
1/2 Weight room
SOOO if you waxed on Tuesday you are in the weight room, and the other way around. 
No bus transportation to this. Please find your own way to LJHS.


We will assign days to wax and days to workout.  Work out days need workout clothes and running shoes..

We are splitting the team up this way so that we can spend some quality time with our skis and still get a workout in. Both skis and workouts are important.  Plan to come to both if you can! Both will count as team workouts!

Friday, January 17, 2014
Race Day 3K Skate
See previous blog
The bus will pick you up at your schools, you will be dismised with time to get ready. Exact times will be posted  on Monday.  Please dress to ski and be ready to race when you get on the bus. Did I miss a school? I will repeat all this info many times through the week!

Saturday, January 18, 2014
Race Day 5K Classic or 3K Classic (Coaches get to decide your race!)
See Previous blog for info.

The Bus will load from LJHS at 7:45AM 


Entries for the race are being sent in Friday after practice.  If you know you cannot make one or both races tell a coach, email Coach Hamann, text her FB her.  

Home Meet Fun

Laramie Team Nordic Meet
This is info for the JR High team.  High School Info may be a bit different. 

Friday, Jan. 17,2014
3KM Skate race for all JR High Skiers
Meet starts with High School skiers at 11:30AM
Predicted Start for JR High 12:30 PM

Saturday, Jan. 18, 2014
5KM Classic for all JR High Skiers (High School 10KM)
Interval start (2 people every 30 seconds) start at 9:30AM, no break between High School and Jr High skiers.  

We will have a bus to take the team to the race,  Friday it will pick up at your child's school.  Saturday we will all meet at JR High parking lot.  Exact  pick up times will be announced next week. All Nordic Team members must ride the bus to the meet. 

Parking- Only team buses and race officials will be allowed in the parking lot at Tie City.  All other vehicles will park at the Headquarters Rest Area.  Catch the shuttle bus from there to the area.

The race start is staged 1/2 mile up the trails.  You have to make your own way in from the parking lot.  Skiing is the preference but you may walk or snowshoe as well.  Please stay off the set classic tracks.  Your footprints hurt your child's chance of a great race.  Dress for the weather.

You are welcome out on the course to cheer. Move with traffic.  Be always on the look out for racers. Yield to them at all times.  Stay out of set tracks. Stay on the side of the trails.  Yell your heads off for your kids. 

Volunteers needed in many ways!
Thank you to those who have all ready contacted me.  We still need help in many areas.
Simple things like collecting numbers after the race to staffing concessions to sweeping the trails for stragglers.  Team Snacks or sliced oranges for the end of the race are always needed.  Also Gatorade and chocolate milk.  Please let me know if you can help out.  Your name and contact info.

Concessions:
We will be combining efforts and resources with the High School Nordic Team to provide home baked goodies and hot chili at the meet.  Money generated from this will help the skiers participating in Nationals pay their way.  LJHS is officially sending  at least one Skier this year. ALBERT STEINER Lets help him represent LJHS while he is in Vermont. 

We are asking for donations of baked goods. Individually wrapped  ready to be sold.  Also we need 2-3 people to make large kettles of Chili that can be sold by the cup full.  There will be a way to keep it hot up there.  You can bring these with you or put them on the team bus to get them to the concession area. Chili can be dropped off  Thursday LJHS Cafeteria during wax party.  Specs of wax party to be announced later.

Happy New Year!

Hope all had a great break.  It was great to see many of you out skiing with families.

With all the new snow the trails are in really good shape.  Classic tracks are being set and Nordic Skiing could not get much better.  (OK the wind and snowbanks in the parking lot are a little challenging!)

We will start right off on Jan.6, 2014 after school.  If you filled out training logs or skied with  parents or adults please have them sign off on those times. By state mandate you need 10 practices to participate in meets.  We could possibly use some of these parent skis as practices.  If you joined the team after we started these will be important.

Orders for team shirts are due Wednesday, Jan. 8, 2014.  These are only if you want to.  We will provide a team uniform shirt for meets. Different in style than these you can order. (Skiers provide their own pants, or tights for races.)

Here is this weeks plan.  As always plans have a way of changing so keep that in mind.

I would like to lengthen our daily workouts by 15 minutes.  This would get us home around 5:45PM .

Monday, Jan. 6, 2014
Classic Ski Technique Day

Tuesday, Jan.7, 2014
TNT at  Scout Park
Classic Skis WE WILL BE SKIING IF ENOUGH SNOW
Dress to be outside
Done by 5PM

Wednesday Jan. 8, 2014
Tshirt orders due
Skate Ski Day

Friday Jan.10, 2014
Skiers Choice for skis
3k time trial


Our first race is a 2 day event, January 17 &18. ( Friday and Saturday)
I do not have specifics yet.   When I get them I will post.

I do know that volunteers are always needed.  We will partner with the High School families as this is a combined meet.  See list below.

Every day we will need:
Timers
Spotters
Medical Support (EMT or Ski Patrol)
Team Snacks (Oranges, cookies, Gatoraid etc.)
Help waxing LJHS team members
And so many more places that I cannot think of right now.


Please let me know if you can help, what day(s) and if you want to be out on the course skiing or in a non ski position.  Names and phone numbers would be helpful so I can pass it in the the race organizers.  (LHS Coaches)

Also parents please feel free to cheer, ring cow bells and blow horns just as loud as you can for your skiers.

See You in 2014

Two weeks of great skiers and good workouts.  I still cannot say enough about your children, my skiers.  They work hard, play hard and really enjoy each other. 

There will be no formal practices over Winter Break.  This does not give skiers the excuse to stay home and play video games all day.  Coach Brown handed out a training log sheet.  Skiers go ski with your family, write down what you did, parents sign it, we will give you credit. There is a small kick wax kit in the warming hut. Use what you need leave the kit there.

We start up Jan.6, 2014.  Less than 2 weeks to our first meet on Jan 17-18, 2014 in Laramie.  I will post info on this meet just as soon as I know details.  I do  know we will need volunteer help of all kinds both days if you are able.


MEET COACH BROWN 
Mr. Brown has been a science teacher at LJHS for the last 6 years. He has a degree in Outdoor Education and thoroughly enjoys doing everything outdoors. He took up Nordic Skiing in college as a way to rehabilitate a knee injury.  The past few years he has been enjoying classic skiing with his family and skate skiing to keep in shape for his favorite summer activities. One of his greatest adventures last year was a 26 mile moon lit ski across the top of the Snowy Range. His goal this year is to be able to participate in the Wednesday night Happy Jack Ski Races.

( Coach Hamann's Comments here: I met Coach Brown this fall while he was leading the Cross Country team. I was impressed with the environment he created on that team, work ethic, fun, respect for others, personal responsibility, etc.  Thanks Coach Brown for giving up family and personal time to work with this team!)


LJHS NORDIC SHIRTS
This is an optional purchase.  Please do not feel obligated to buy. 
Taking orders for this very awesome shirt.  It is a light weight wicking/sport material. It would be a great first layer, as a top layer or wearing to school. Family and friends are welcome to order.  If you loose your order form you can down load one off the Face Book page.
(Spoiler Alert: Team uniforms will look exactly like this but on a compression style top.)

December 16-20 Practice Schedule

WOW! What a great first official week of practice for this team!  Every time we get on the bus there are more skiers.  27 joined us for Wednesday practice.  Parents, you should be really proud of your kids.  They are responsible, kind, good workers and a joy to be around.  I am looking forward to a really great rest of the season.

BREAKING NEWS!
Starting Monday,we have a strong coaching team to lead the Scout Nordic Program.

Coach Heath Brown; You students know him as Mr. Brown your teacher at LJHS. You might know him as Coach Brown head of the LJHS Cross Country track program. 

Coach Elizabeth Bentley (EB); EB skis for the UW Nordic club team and is a former LJHS Nordic Skier.  She brings to our team a vast knowledge in racing experience, waxing techniques and excitement.

Coach Chris Hamann; you all know me by now. I feel that the Scout Nordic team is in good hands to do great things.


PRACTICE for December 16-20, 2013
Conditions are perfect for skating.  So unless we get more snow and tracks can be set, bring your skating equipment.  Those of you who have 1 pair or are beginner skiers stick to classic. 

Monday (12-16-13)
Ski at Happy Jack

Tuesday (12-17-13)
TNT moved to Thursday because of  LJHS Choir and Band concerts.  Please read Thursday really well!!!

Wednesday(12-18-13)
Ski at Happy Jack

Thursday (12-19-13)
TNT (Thursday Night Training)
3:30 to 5:30  Wax and Pizza Party
LJHS Cafeteria
Bring your skis and your own drink. (No Soda) I will bring the wax , supplies and pizza.  Lets get your gear ready to be skied on over the break. 

Friday (12-20-13)
Ski at Happy Jack

We will not hold formal practices over the break.  I do know that the High School will have a few (dates to be announced later) and we have been invited to ride their bus.  I will let you know as soon as I know when and more about that as I get the info. We will start right up again with formal practices the day school starts!

RACE SCHEDULE
This is the race schedule as far as I know it.  I have decided that even the coaches around the state are still figuring this out.  Please know that this is subject to change and I will do everything to keep you updated. 

January 17, 2014 Laramie Team Sprints
January 18, 2014 Laramie 3k Classic
January 22, 2014 Laramie Wednesday Night Light Star Streak Series
                    MBNA event: Parents welcome to participate.
January 25, 2014 (possibly the 24 as well)  Casper 3k Freestyle
January 29, 2014 Laramie Wednesday Night Light Star Series
               MBNA event: Parents welcome to participate
February 7 and 8, 2013 Soldier Hollow (Salt Lake, Utah)  Coaches select team not all will travel!
February 15, 2014 Lander WYO Junior High Championships


Christmas Present Ideas for your skiers:
A small kick wax kit for classic skiing. Green, Blue, Purple, Red waxes a cork, and a scraper.
A fanny pack to carry a water bottle and a water bottle.
A tube of  F4 goo for those skis with fish scales.
Running tights or workout pants.  Black. 
These are just suggestions! Not requirements by any means.  The team always has wax for practices and meets.


LAST
Please go through all your equipment and put your name on everything.  Many of us have rented from the same store and we have very similar looking gear.  Easily mixed up.  Use duct tape or masking tape no permanent markers on rental stuff.

December 9-13, 2013 Practice Schedule

Well  we start practices then it gets too cold even for Nordic Skiers.  I am still so excited I can hardly sleep at night.  This is going to be a fun season.

Even with best thought out plans things happen.  We will be changing up our week just a bit to accommodate those who do not have equipment yet. I promise we will get to the snow!

Please take time to read through this.  I know it is long but important.

Here is my vision of the week.  Please be patient with me as we get things up and running full speed.

Monday 12-9-13
Bring your classic gear to school. Meet at the tennis courts @3:25 to load bus. Ski at Happy Jack.
Focus will be on getting to know the snow.  Balance, glide, pole usage.  Home around 5:30
If you do not have equipment yet we will see  you on Wednesday!

Tuesday 12-10-13 (optional workout day)
TNT meet at 3:30 in the cafeteria.  Dress for outdoor fun. Probably 1/2 outside 1/2 inside work out.  Bring your classic ski poles. We will dismiss at 5pm.

Equipment Rental night at Cross Country Connection, 6:15 pm.
If you have equipment stay home and do your homework.

Let Coach Chris know if you plan on renting.
Need your name, height, weight, shoe size.

There is a limited supply of rentals available.  If you know of another place you want to rent from please feel free. Make sure the you tell the store you are on the Jr High Nordic team and will be Skating and Classic skiing.

Wednesday 12-11-13
Meet at the tennis courts 3:25pm to load the bus. . Bring your skis to school. Emphasis will be getting on snow. Continue working on basics,  balance, glide, use of poles.  Classic skis probably are best.

Friday 12-13-13
Meet at the tennis courts at 3:25 to load the bus.  Ski at Happy Jack.  More getting used to skiing.  Beginner skiers will continue with classic skis. Advanced if you want you can test drive your skate skis.


Bus Schedule
Please be flexible here as this is a first for Laramie to have one team from so many different schools.

"From Principal Stender"
Bus pick up Monday, Wednesday and Friday only. If you want to come to TNT you have to find your own way.
I don't know the exact bus number, but the garage will be calling each school on Friday to let them know which bus they will be riding.  Students need to be waiting for the bus and get on quickly as other schools will also be waiting. Linford pick up 2:50,  followed close as possible to the Lab School, LJHS, IPES and then on the way out of town SRA.  Students from IPES if you wanted to catch another bus or walk over to LJHS it would be faster than waiting.   (From Chris:  We will figure a place to get dressed for skiing for those who cannot before getting on the  bus.)

Also kids from satellite schools bring all your stuff on the bus.  It will be your locker.

Last But not Least
As of right now I am the only coach.  Until we get more help, I would appreciate volunteer parents. If you can ski with us any  day please contact me.  It would be a great help.

Skier Information Packet

Laramie Junior High Nordic Team

 

 

Coach: Chris Hamann

307-760-2797

Chamann63@gmail.com

 

 

Other coaching staff to be announced

Like our page on Facebook:  www.facebook.com/Scout Nordic

 

 

 

Practice Dates:

Monday/Wednesday/Friday

3:30pm (bus departs for Happy Jack Trails) 5:3Opm( arrive back to school)

 

Tuesday (optional) 3:30pm to 5:pm

Meet at Scout Park for TNT (Tuesday Night Training).  Sport specific conditioning. (Strength, endurance, flexibility and so much more..)

 

 

Requirements for team participation:

1. No previous experience necessary

2. A willingness to learn and improve on your own personal experience level

 

Goals:

1. To provide an opportunity in a team atmosphere for students to experience the sport of Nordic Skiing.

2. Knowing that all team members will start with varying abilities, to improve and grow in those abilities.

3. To participate and experience true Nordic racing in a meet.

4. All team members will learn to wax skis and take care of personal equipment.

 

 

Equipment requirements:

1. Nordic skis, boots and poles.

 We will train for both techniques in the Nordic world. Classic and Skate.  

 

Option 1. It is possible to find one pair of skis that will do both. (very good for the beginner) and one pair of boots that is good for both.

 

Option 2. A pair of skis for each technique.  

 

 Check with local ski businesses for season long rentals if you do not own skis.  All in town are good and can help you.  Bindings on skis are not universal fit. Make sure your boots are the right system for your skis. Try them in the store before getting them to the trails.

 

 

2.   Winter clothing

      A quick lesson in how to dress for success...

       - layers, layers, layers ... Bottom layer of wicking (Under Armor, Columbia, Mountain Hardware, etc. ) long underwear, tops and bottoms. Ski tights or lightweight fleece pants, lightweight fleece top, wind pants and  jacket.  Reserve the heavy jacket for the bus.  Hat and gloves. Cotton sweat pants and sweat shirts, jeans etc. soak up water and do not dry. They are not safe in cold conditions. Cotton kills.

 

3. Water bottle and somehow to carry it.  Hydration packs with tubes freeze if not worn under a jacket.

 

4. Doctors Physical form, if you do not have one on file from another sport this school year.

 

5. Skier information sheet. (Last sheet of this Packet.)

 

6. LJHS participation fee.  Given to the main office.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

SKIER INFORMATION

 

 

 

Name  __________________________________________________________________________________                                                                    

 

Grade  _____________________       School________________________________________________

 

Your  Phone_______________________________________________________

 

Your email___________________________________________________________

 

 

Parents name ___________________________________________________________________________

 

Volunteer  Coach?   Yes____ No______   Days available__________________________________

 

Phone   _____________________________________   Phone_____________________________________

 

Parent Email you want info sent to:___________________________________________________

 

 

 

Medical issues coaches need to know about. (Diabetes, seizures, anorexia, extreme clumsiness, recent injury that may flair up, etc. )

 

 

 

 

Days of the week you will not make practice because of other commitments.

 

 

 

___________________________________________________________________________________________

 

As a participant of the Laramie Junior High Nordic Team, I understand that I am expected to abide by the Athletic Code of conduct included in the LJHS Handbook. I understand that at all times while on this team I am representing LJHS, my team and the Sport of Nordic Skiing. I understand that my behavior directly effects my performance.  If such behavior becomes a chronic problem I can be asked to leave the team.

 

Participant Signature/ date

 

Parent- Guardian Signature/ date