In addition to being a popular wintertime leisure activity, cross-country skiing can also be highly competitive. Divided into two techniques, classic and skate, cross-country (Nordic) skiing is known for being one of the most physically demanding, as well as enjoyable, sports. For more information on cross-country skiing, email info@empirestatewintegames.com.

Registration deadline Wed January 31, 2024. No day of race registration.
 
SCHEDULE
Friday, February 2 
6:00 pm Athlete check-in and bib pickup
6:30 pm 2.5k(U10/U12) Freestyle- Mass Start- Dewey Mountain Recreation Center
7:00 pm 2.5k(U14 and older) Freestyle- Dual Starts – Dewey Mountain Recreation Center
 
Saturday, February 3
1:00 pm Athlete check-in and bib pickup
2:30 pm 5k(U14/16), 10k(u18/u20), 20k(u23 and older) Freestyle – mass start by distance – Mt. Van Hoevenberg Event Stadium
4:00 pm 200-meter Freestyle Sprint Championship Start –Mt. Van Hoevenberg location Event Stadium. Top 8 men and women qualify at Friday’s 2.5k freestyle 

• Women’s final
• Men’s final
• Women’s semi-final 2 (4 skiers top 2 advance)
• Men’s semi-final 2 (4 skiers top 2 advance)
• Women’s semi-final 1 (4 skiers top 2 advance)
• Men’s semi-final 1 (4 skiers top 2 advance)

Sunday, February 4
12:00 pm Athlete check-in and bib pickup
12:30 pm 2.5k (U10/U12) - Classical - Mass Start
1:00 pm 5k(U14/16)/7.5k(U18 and Older)- Classical  – Mt. Van Hoevenberg Event Stadium
*All schedules are subject to change

REGISTRATION FEES
U10/U12: $65
Scholastic: $70
Masters: $75


REFUNDS
There are no refunds of entry fees. While registering please double-check the dates of competition and qualification requirements needed to compete. In the case of a medical emergency, depending on the circumstances, a refund MAY be considered.

QUALIFICATIONS
This race is open to any skier at least 7 years of age as of December 31st, 2022. NYSSRA uses the “U” age class system utilized by USSA. The "U" or "Under" replaces the "J" system for our competitive junior age groups. Age categories remain in two-year increments. The classifications are the same, only the title changes. For example, 18-19-year olds are now U20 (formerly OJ), 16-17-year olds are U18 (formerly J1), and so on. Your age group is defined by your age as of December 31 of the race season.