Nordic Events in Grand County, Colorado
Winter Park, Fraser, Tabernash, Granby, Grand Lake, Hot Sulphur Springs, & Kremmling, CO
Grand Nordic Ski Swap • Saturday, October 19, 2024
The Annual Nordic Ski Swap is October 19th, 10am-3pm, inside the Campers Hub building (across from the Nordic Center) and at the Nordic Center Parking Lot @ Snow Mountain Ranch, YMCA of the Rockies.
New and Used equipment for sale from Nordic Centers, Retail Shops & Grand Nordic (club members & fellow skiers): Skis, Boots, Poles, Wax, Clothing, Bindings, and Accessories for Adults and Kids.
There will be an EXPO with Reps, Toko Wax Service, Door Prizes, Food Trucks & more.
You will be able to renew your membership or join Grand Nordic during the swap. We accept credit cards with a $1.00 handling fee.
Those wanting to sell equipment should bring it to the swap between 8:30 and 9:30 am to register and label the equipment. To speed up the process you can print a copy of the equipment check-in form, and prefill it out.
Volunteers are needed for the Swap to help with equipment, signing up members, and signing up people to help with events. To volunteer, contact Chris Lee or call or text Diana Lynn at 970-887-0547.
FREE Nordic Ski Clinic • Sunday, December 15, 2024
Learn to Classic & Skate Ski for Adults & Kids at YMCA of the Rockies, Snow Mountain Ranch Nordic Center in Granby.
Trail Passes & Rentals are FREE to Grand Nordic Members (Non-members pay regular fees). Morning & afternoon lessons with instructors from Grand Nordic, Winter Park Competition Center, and Colorado Nordic Masters. For questions, call or text Grand Nordic at 970-887-0547. Register Online today!
Grand County Nordic Race Series • January – March
The Grand County Nordic Ski Race Series consists of 8 Nordic races at different locations, both skate and classic, with long and short course options. Races are typically held between early January and mid-March. Sign up for the whole series for a discounted price! If you can’t do the whole series, you can race in individual races. Race schedules are usually announced in late October/November.
Grand Nordic 15k Skate Race • Sunday, January 5, 2025
This is the 1st race in the Grand County Nordic Race Series, at the Snow Mountain Ranch Nordic trails. This Skate race’s distances are 15k for the Long Course, 7.5k Short Course, and 3k Junior course. Register online before January 4th. No race day registration. Prices increase after December 29th. Want to challenge yourself? Save money when you sign up for the whole race series! Points from the races you compete in count towards your overall score for the series. For details & to register, visit the GC Nordic Race Series page.
FREE Kids Friday Lessons • Fridays, January 10, 2025
thru February 28, 2025
Every Friday in January and February, this program offers ski instruction for beginners and more accomplished skiers. Skiing, games, winter nature activities, and ends with a Nordic Ski Festival. Equipment and trail pass are provided. Please arrive 30 minutes early to be fitted for equipment when needed. Ages: 5-10. Call Grand Nordic at 970-887-0547 for questions. Parents are encouraged to help. Online registration available closer to the event dates.
Snow Mountain Classic • Saturday, January 11, 2025
This is the 2nd race in the Grand County Nordic Race Series, at the Snow Mountain Ranch Nordic trails. This Classic race’s distances are 15k for the Long Course, 7.5k Short Course, and 3k Junior course. Register online before January 10th. No race day registration. Prices increase after January 5th. Want to challenge yourself? Save money when you sign up for the whole race series! Points from the races you compete in count towards your overall score for the series. For details & to register, visit the GC Nordic Race Series page.
FREE Nordic Ski Clinic • Sunday, January 12, 2025
Learn to Classic & Skate Ski for Adults & Kids at YMCA of the Rockies, Snow Mountain Ranch Nordic Center in Granby.
Trail Passes & Rentals are FREE to Grand Nordic Members (Non-members pay regular fees). Morning & afternoon lessons with instructors from Grand Nordic, Winter Park Competition Center, and Colorado Nordic Masters. For questions, call or text Grand Nordic at 970-887-0547. Online registration coming in November/December.
Grand Nordic Skate Race • Sunday, January 18, 2025
This is the 3rd race in the Grand County Nordic Race Series, at the Snow Mountain Ranch Nordic trails. This Skate race’s distances are 30k for the Long Course, 15k Short Course, and 3k Junior course. Register online before January 17th. No race day registration. Prices increase after January 12th. Want to challenge yourself? Save money when you sign up for the whole race series! Points from the races you compete in count towards your overall score for the series. For details & to register, visit the GC Nordic Race Series page.
FREE Grand County Backcountry Clinics and Courses
- Free Clinics: Learn about avalanche safety, tour planning, and terrain management.
- Avalanche Safety Education: Attend AIARE 1 courses at Berthoud Pass, Broome Hut, or Winter Park Resort.
- Avalanche Rescue Course: Gain essential skills for responding to avalanche emergencies.
- Intro to Backcountry Skiing or Splitboarding: Get started with backcountry skiing or splitboarding.
- Click here for full schedule
Stagecoach Classic • Saturday, January 25, 2025
This is the 4th race in the Grand County Nordic Race Series, at Devil’s Thumb Ranch. This Classic race’s distances are 30k for the Long Course, 15k Short Course, and 3k Junior course. Register online before (TBD). No race day registration. Prices increase after (TBD). Want to challenge yourself? Save money when you sign up for the whole race series! Points from the races you compete in count towards your overall score for the series. For details & to register, visit the GC Nordic Race Series page.
Ranch 2 Ranch XC Ski Trek • Saturday, February 8, 2025 & Sunday, February 9, 2025
Cross Country Ski Snow Mountain Ranch to Granby Ranch. Start at Snow Mountain Ranch Nordic Center & finish at Granby Ranch or turn around at an aid station to head back to Snow Mountain Ranch. Registration fee discounted for Grand Nordic Members (Non-members pay regular fees). Start times spaced out 9-11am • Fundraiser for youth XC skiing in Grand County. Online registration available closer to the event date.
Grand Nordic Skate Race• Saturday, February 15, 2025
This is the 5th race in the Grand County Nordic Race Series, at the Granby Ranch Golf Course. This Skate race’s distances are 15k for the Long Course, 7.5k Short Course, and 3k Junior course. Register online before February 14th. No race day registration. Prices increase after February 9th. Want to challenge yourself? Save money when you sign up for the whole race series! Points from the races you compete in count towards your overall score for the series. For details & to register, visit the GC Nordic Race Series page.
Free Kid’s Cross Country Ski Event Barneløpet• Saturday, February 22, 2025
Join us for the Barnløpet Cross Country Ski Event!
Get ready for a fun-filled day of winter adventure for the whole family. This free event is perfect for kids ages 0-16, with distances ranging from 1.0 km to 5.0 km. Enjoy a morning of cross-country skiing, followed by a delicious after-event reception. Whether you’re a seasoned skier or just starting out, Barnløpet offers a welcoming and exciting experience for everyone. Register online or in person and come join the fun! Register at barnelopet.com or at 9:30 a.m. on the day!
• Free ski rentals at YMCA Nordic Center. • Check in at 9:30 AM, Introduction XC Class 10:00-11:00 AM,
•Event begins at 11:15 AM• After event reception with refreshments
• For further information contact co-coordinators:
Lois Hodne at (303) 324-1880 or
[email protected]
or Jon Eirik Holm-Johansen,
(970) 412-0433 or [email protected]
Grand Nordic Skate Race• Saturday, March 1, 2025
This is the 6th race in the Grand County Nordic Race Series, at Latigo Ranch, CO. This Skate race’s distances are 20k for the Long Course, 10k Short Course, and 3k Junior course. Register online before February 28th. No race day registration. Prices increase after February 23rd. Want to challenge yourself? Save money when you sign up for the whole race series! Points from the races you compete in count towards your overall score for the series. For details & to register, visit the GC Nordic Race Series page.
Snow Mountain Stampede• Saturday, March 8, 2025
This two-day race marks the 7th and 8th races in the Grand County Nordic Race Series, at the Snow Mountain Ranch Nordic trails. This Skate race’s distances are 50k for the Long Course, 25k Short Course, and 3k Junior course. Register online before March 7th. No race day registration. Prices increase after March 2nd. Want to challenge yourself? Save money when you sign up for the whole race series! Points from the races you compete in count towards your overall score for the series. For details & to register, visit the GC Nordic Race Series page.
Snow Mountain Stampede• Sunday, March 9, 2025
This two-day race marks the 7th and 8th races in the Grand County Nordic Race Series, at the Snow Mountain Ranch Nordic trails. This Classic race’s distances are 50k for the Long Course, 25k Short Course, and 3k Junior course. Register online before March 8th. No race day registration. Prices increase after March 2nd. Want to challenge yourself? Save money when you sign up for the whole race series! Points from the races you compete in count towards your overall score for the series. For details & to register, visit the GC Nordic Race Series page.
Colorado Biathlon Events
CO Biathlon Sprint Race • Saturday, December 14, 2024
All Colorado Biathlon races are held at Snow Mountain Ranch Nordic Center. They welcome spectators, volunteers, and new racers. For details, visit coloradobiathlon.org
Mass Start Race • Sunday, December 29, 2024
All Colorado Biathlon races are held at Snow Mountain Ranch Nordic Center. They welcome spectators, volunteers, and new racers. For details, visit coloradobiathlon.org
Sprint Race • Saturday, January 11, 2025
All Colorado Biathlon races are held at Snow Mountain Ranch Nordic Center. They welcome spectators, volunteers, and new racers. For details, visit coloradobiathlon.org
Pursuit Race • Sunday, January 12, 2025
All Colorado Biathlon races are held at Snow Mountain Ranch Nordic Center. They welcome spectators, volunteers, and new racers. For details, visit coloradobiathlon.org
Safety Certification Class • Saturday, January 18, 2025
For details, visit coloradobiathlon.org
First Timer Race • Sunday, January 19, 2025
All Colorado Biathlon races are held at Snow Mountain Ranch Nordic Center. They welcome spectators, volunteers, and new racers. For details, visit coloradobiathlon.org
TBD Race • Saturday, February 1, 2025
All Colorado Biathlon races are held at Snow Mountain Ranch Nordic Center. They welcome spectators, volunteers, and new racers. For details, visit coloradobiathlon.org
Individual Race • Sunday, February 9, 2025
All Colorado Biathlon races are held at Snow Mountain Ranch Nordic Center. They welcome spectators, volunteers, and new racers. For details, visit coloradobiathlon.org
State Championship Sprint • Saturday, March 1, 2025
All Colorado Biathlon races are held at Snow Mountain Ranch Nordic Center. They welcome spectators, volunteers, and new racers. For details, visit coloradobiathlon.org
State Championship Pursuit • Sunday, March 2, 2025
All Colorado Biathlon races are held at Snow Mountain Ranch Nordic Center. They welcome spectators, volunteers, and new racers. For details, visit coloradobiathlon.org
Winter Park Resort Comp Center Nordic Program • late-November thru mid-April
Stay tuned for 2024-2025 season information for the Winter Park Competition Center Winter Nordic Programs.
Click here for details on the WP Comp Center Nordic Program
Winter Park Resort Comp Center Nordic Program • Summer Training
Participate in the Sports Performance dryland strength and conditioning program as well as a dedicated Nordic training series throughout the summer and fall. Nordic training offerings may include the Adventure series, Rollerski series, and Agility series.
Click here for details on Summer Training with WP Comp Center Nordic Program
Devil’s Thumb Ranch Resort & Spa Nordic Events
Devil’s Thumb Ranch Resort & Spa is offering a variety of Nordic events during the 2024-2025 winter season.
For more information, call the Activity Center at Devil’s Thumb Ranch at 970-726-8231.
Tommelfest • Saturday, December 14, 2024
Raise your glogg (old-fashioned Swedish spiced wine) for our annual Tommelfest celebration at Devil’s Thumb Ranch! Kick off the beginning of the winter season at our Viking-themed Nordic festival with free skate & classic cross country ski lessons from DTR Ski Instructors & CU Ski Team Coaches, keg toss, Swedish meatballs, and more–all in the spirit of the first cross-country skiers from Norway and Sweden where the sport originated.
In addition to the outdoor fun, warm up with special Tommelfest Winter Retail Savings of up to 50% off in Broad Axe Barn! You can also get 20% off all non-logo apparel, including ski gloves and more, in Zachs’ Mercantile for the day. Plus, shop our 2022-2023 Nordic skis, boots and bindings at a discount!
In the event that snow conditions do not support Nordic Ski Clinics, alternate outdoor activities (Nordic dryland drills) will be substituted.
For the complete schedule and online registration, visit https://www.devilsthumbranch.com/event/tommelfest-2024
Ski, Sip & Yoga • Sunday, January 12, 2025
Join us for a Devil’s Thumb Ranch favorite—Women’s Ski, Sip & Yoga! A day full of female camaraderie, skiing award-winning cross-country trails, healthy eating, and restoring your body.
Ski, Sip & Yoga is an opportunity to try Nordic skiing for the first time or hone in your skills with other experienced skiers. Of course, there is plenty of time for relaxation and a glass of wine, as well!
Start the day with a ski clinic for skate and classic skiers of all ability levels lead by experienced instructors. Lunch will be served in the beautiful Broad Axe Barn. The afternoon will be open for you to take another ski lesson or take a yoga class. End the day with wine, cheese, ski wax clinic, and a raffle.
Details & Registration coming soon!
For more information, call (970) 726-8231 or email [email protected]
Ski, Sip & Yoga • Sunday, February 9, 2025
Join us for a Devil’s Thumb Ranch favorite—Women’s Ski, Sip & Yoga! A day full of female camaraderie, skiing award-winning cross-country trails, healthy eating, and restoring your body.
Ski, Sip & Yoga is an opportunity to try Nordic skiing for the first time or hone in your skills with other experienced skiers. Of course, there is plenty of time for relaxation and a glass of wine, as well!
Start the day with a ski clinic for skate and classic skiers of all ability levels lead by experienced instructors. Lunch will be served in the beautiful Broad Axe Barn. The afternoon will be open for you to take another ski lesson or take a yoga class. End the day with wine, cheese, ski wax clinic, and a raffle.
Details & Registration coming soon!
For more information, call (970) 726-8231 or email [email protected]
Skiathlon Race in Memory of Bill Chambers• Sunday, February 23, 2025
Get your skis waxed, find a buddy, and get ready to have some fun!
Join us for for the 2nd annual 12K skiathlon in honor of Bill Chambers—a long time Grand County resident who loved Nordic skiing and our mountain community. The skiathlon will consist of both classic and skate skiing. The event can be completed by one person, or a two-person team relay (all male, all female or co-ed). The first leg of the course is to be completed on classic skis, and the second leg on skate skis. There will be a transition area in between. The total distance is approximately 12K.
Tseflemmot• Sunday, April 12, 2025
End of Nordic Season Games and Barbecue, April 12th, 2025
More details coming soon!
Get the Latest Nordic News
Follow us online to stay up-to-date on Nordic news:
- Signup your email at GrandNordic.org
- Visit the Facebook page for updates at facebook.com/grandnordic
- Join the Grand Nordic Community Bulletin Board group to buy and sell Nordic gear, get assistance with gear buying tips, connect with other Nordic skiers, and plan ski day meetups on the trail. To join the group, go to Grand Nordic’s Facebook page, click on “Visit Group” to go to the group page. Then click the Join Group button. An administrator of the group will approve your request, usually within one day.
- Click here for full 2024/25 Grand Nordic Events Schedule
- Click here for full 2025 Grand Nordic Race Series Schedule
Annual Events
Nordic Ski Swap:
Typically held at the end of October each year.
Free Nordic Ski Lessons
Grand Nordic puts on Free Lessons every season. Be sure to become a member to take advantage of this great opportunity.
Full Moon Ski
Saturdays, December-March
at Grand Lake Nordic Center &
at Pole Creek Golf Course
Find more details at grandlakerecreation.com
and at polecreekgolf.com
Grand Nordic Calendar
Events are color coded by category:
• Red = Grand Nordic Club Events • Blue = Grand Lake Nordic Events
• Green = Snow Mountain Ranch Events • Orange = Devil’s Thumb Ranch Events
• Purple = Colorado Biathlon Club Events • Brown = Events outside of Grand County