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Vote to Support Outdoor Recreation – Letter from Club President

Dear MadNorSki Community, By now you’ve likely heard about the Madison City Budget Referendum that will appear on your ballot this November 5th. The Board of the Madison Nordic Ski Club Board and I would like to encourage you not only to get out and vote this fall, but also to vote “yes” on this …

Madnorski Vendor Fair – Nov 9, 2024

Join Us and get ready for your outdoor adventure! **🏔 Explore Premium Gear and Equipment: Dive into a diverse collection of top-quality gear, wax, and equipment. From beginners to experts, find the perfect fit for your cross-country skiing adventures. **🗣 Engage with Experts: Have insightful conversations with knowledgeable representatives and suppliers. Get expert advice on choosing the right …

Elver Trail Run – Nov 2, 2024

Check out the 2024 Elver Trail Run t-shirt! Must register by October 20 to order your t-shirt. This is a great event for the whole family! For more information about the run go to https://www.madnorski.org/elver-park-trail-run/

Ski Swap – October 26, 2024

This is a used cross country ski equipment sale.  Either drop-off items the evening before to sell or come buy gear, (or both)!  If your items sell, MadNorSki Programs will keep 25% of this amount, and you will receive 75% of this amount. If you would like, you may include “or best offer” for flexibility …

dryland & donuts

When: Friday’s at 7:00 AM  Where: Greenbush Bakery, 1402 Regent St, Madison, WI 53711 Who: Runners who ski and skiers who run, all paces, strollers too What: Start your Friday with some morning miles and a sugar buzz! Meet at Greenbush and head out promptly at 7. Routes will vary weekly but expect to explore UW’s Lakeshore, Monona Bay, …

Social Ride on Monday Sep 16, 2024

Social ride starting at Olin Park at 5:30 pm and ending at Bandit Taco on the Southwest bike trail around sunset, so bring lights!! Who? – MadNorski members who like to ride bicycles! Meeting point– Olin Park parking lot, 5:30 pm or along route. Capital City Trail route – This is a well-loved bike loop that travels past many …

Trail Women Kick-off Meeting on Sept 21, 2024

The Madnorski Trail Women already have a busy fall season of training options planned. Our first official event is our annual Kick Off meeting where we will meet each other, welcome new women to the group and talk about fall and winter events and programs. We plan monthly hikes in the fall, an awesome 10-week …

Juniors Program looking for Assistant Coach

Coach Jay Sween, who many of you know, has coached for Madnorski as both an assistant and head coach for years and is now moving to Ironwood to be the Executive Director for ABR — Anderson Bluffs & River Trails!  We are thrilled for him and we are now in need of a new assistant coach. The …

Madnorski at “Ride the Drive”

What is Ride the Drive? It’s thousands of happy healthy people coming together to experience parks and open streets in a single, one-day, free, community event. Since the inaugural Ride the Drive in 2009, this event continues to celebrate Madison’s commitment to a healthy, active lifestyle focusing on the environmental and economic impacts and the …

Winter Recreation for Madison & Middleton–Be Informed & Show Support

City of Madison With a 22 million dollar shortfall in the operating budget, Mayor Satya Rhodes-Conway has asked all city agencies to prepare a 2025 budget with a 5% cut, which threatens many programs and services we all cherish, including winter recreation. In addition, the mayor has asked the City Council to consider a property tax referendum for the November …