The USBA has a new set of requirements for “safety certification” which all Biathlon competitors need to fulfill at some point in 2025. In the near term, Colorado Biathlon Club (CBC) will prioritize completing this action for anyone planning to attend a USBA event...
Nordic Corner
What a weekend it was! Friday, kids who have never skied before were spread over the flank of the SMR Nordic center with grins on their faces and giggles in the air as suddenly they could glide across the snow and actually control where they go! The more...
Busy Event-Filled Weekend Ahead
The Snow keeps coming, conditions are great in most areas, grooming is at full tilt, and the weekend ahead is full of events for young and older alike. Now is a great time to be outside – remember you can always add layers to keep you warmer or ski a little...
Upcoming Biathlon Course Closures
Before the upcoming two days of racing, the range will be CLOSED between 2 p.m. and 3 p.m. on Friday, Jan. 10, and again at the same time on Saturday, Jan. 11, for painting. Please plan accordingly. Additionally, if you are planning to shoot after those closures on...
Grand County Nordic News
The storms this week keep adding more base in the High Country while the winds just keep blowing it around into every conceivable opening. When you go outside, dress for the temperature – when it is sunny, a good fleece over T-shirt or turtleneck is great since...
Grand Nordic Corner
Despite warmer temperatures and sunny days, the snow is holding in there and Nordic conditions are pretty good for this time of year. I for one don’t want to go near the Alpine crowds and ski lifts during the holidays! At least on the many kilometers of Nordic...
SMR Nordic Center Rifle Policy
There are a couple of new policies at the Nordic center and CO Biathlon Club also wants to remind everyone of CBC rifle policies. First- RIFLES ARE NO LONGER ALLOWED IN THE NORDIC CENTER IN ANY CAPACITY. There are no exceptions to this rule. Plan your arrival...
Let it Snow, Let it Snow, Let it Snow
Thankfully, the snow keeps coming. Our prayers are being answered! But don’t stop now…we need more snow to welcome all the Nordic and other visitors to Grand County. We need more snow for our own enjoyment in this spectacular place we call home…more...
FREE NORDIC LESSONS THIS WEEKEND
Finally a great snow start to the Nordic season! This weekend is your chance for FREE NORDIC LESSONS Saturday at the Devils Thumb Tommelfest and Sunday at Grand Nordic’s Free Community Lessons at Snow Mountain Ranch. The Devil’s Thumb Ranch Nordic Ski Tradition turns...
Snow Mountain Ranch Nordic Center & Devils Thumb Ranch Nordic Center- Opening Dates & Essential Information!
Snow Mountain Ranch Nordic Center and Devils Thumb Ranch Nordic Center are open as of November 25th! Whether you choose Snow Mountain Ranch or Devil's Thumb Ranch, you’ll find everything you need for an unforgettable Nordic skiing experience. Both centers offer...