This race series will provide a low-cost racing opportunity for both experienced and new racers.  Additionally, it will give kids a chance to meet others with the same interests.  The emphasis is on introducing the fun of ski racing to our youth.

Racers will meet at 5:30 PM on Friday, January 6, for the first session.  The race committee will organize teams of equal ability based upon recent handicaps (if available).  Teams will include racers from all age groups.  During this first session participants will register, receive instruction, get to practice in a race course, and take two, timed NASTAR runs.  Subsequent sessions are from 5:30-7:00 PM January 13, 20, and 27, all Fridays.

Each racer and coach will take two NASTAR runs on these days.  Team results will be an average of each participant’s best run.  Racers missing a day will have their original seeding handicap included in their team’s daily results, without penalty.

IT IS OK TO MISS A DAY!!

Don’t miss out on the fun just because you can’t make every session.

The coaches are volunteers.  All of them are either local racing stand-outs or certified junior coaches for area teams.  Don’t forget to thank them!

Members of the first place team will receive individual medals.  There will also be awards for lowest handicap and most improved racer in each gender.

January 13, 20, and 27^th-Meet your coach outside gear check at 5:30 PM, ready to go.  These days will last about an hour and a half.  Ice cream party is on January 29^rd, after racing is completed.

Participation in the series will cost $39 per racer.  Individuals with NASTAR passes will only be charged $29.  Cost includes NASTAR entry, a t-shirt, an ice cream party for the racers/families and some great prizes.  Don’t forget, discounted lift tickets will be available for participants.

Hosted and organized by the Independence Racing Team and Schweitzer NASTAR Crew.  For additional information contact Shep Snow at 263-3552 or by e-mail at shep@thesnowschool.com