Biathlon Intro Clinic SATURDAY

Saturday, January 5, 2019 8:30 AM (GMT-8)

Event info
Sport: Skiing - biathlon
Location: Leavenworth, WA, United States
Registrations: 20
Registration closes: Friday, January 4, 2019 12:00 PM (GMT-8)
Organized by: Washington Biathlon Association
Event website: www.wabiathlon.org
Event notes
NOTE If you have never skate skied before, it is HIGHLY recommended you get at least one lesson before taking this clinic. The Biathlon range is 3km from the lodge an is only accessible via skate or classic skiing. Please contact bryn.black@wabiathlon.org for further questions.

The biathlon clinic site is 3km from the Nordic Center and there are no services there. The on-site portion of the clinic runs 10:00 to mid-afternoon. Attendees need to bring their lunch or snack. Water will be provided. Please bring additional clothes for standing around at the range.

Clinic Site: The Stevens Pass Nordic Center is located on U.S. Hwy 2, five miles east of the summit of Stevens Pass. The Biathlon Range is a 3km ski from the Nordic Center. Do not buy a trail pass at the Nordic Center; it is covered in your entry fee.

Eligibility: This event is designed for those new to Biathlon and those interested in biathlon. It includes the mandatory safety class as well as training in range procedures, race strategy and marksmanship. It is not intended for experienced Biathletes.

Volunteers/Instructors: Instructors will be SPNC certified ski instructors and experienced biathletes from the Washington Biathlon Association, including athletes who have competed nationally and internationally.

Safety Certification: The Mandatory U.S. Biathlon Association safety certification course will be given with this clinic. If you have already taken the safety course you are encouraged to go again, as there have been some rule changes in recent seasons.

Rifles and Ammo: Rifles will be available for those without their own. They are Izhmash Bi 7-4 and Bi 7-3 biathlon rifles. We do have left handed rifles. 100 rounds of 22 standard velocity ammo will be provided to each participant.

Lodging: With a few exceptions the nearest lodging is in Leavenworth, 30 miles east of the Nordic Center. Leavenworth offers numerous choices and varied rates. Check on line at www.leavenworth.org.
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