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 Wednesday, January 29, 2025 at 8pm. No day of race registration.
 
SCHEDULE
Friday, January 31, 2025 Dewey Mountain Recreation Center

• 6:00 pm Athlete check-in and bib pickup
• 6:30 pm 2.5k(U10/U12) Freestyle- Mass Start
• 7:00 pm 2.5k(U14 and older) Freestyle- Dual Starts

Saturday, February 1, 2025 – Mt. Van Hoevenberg Event Stadium

• 1:00 pm Athlete check-in and bib pickup
• 1:00 pm Courses open up for warm ups
• 2:30 pm 5k(U14/16), 10k(u18/u20), 20k(u23 and older) Freestyle - Mass start

Sunday, February 2, 2025 – Mt. Van Hoevenberg Event Stadium

• 8:30 - 9:30 am Athlete check inn and bib pickup 
• 10:00 am 2.5k (U10/U12) - Classical Mass Start
• 10:30 pm 5k(U14/16)/7.5k(U18 and Older)- Classical - Interval Start

*All schedules are subject to change

REGISTRATION FEES*
Youth - $70
Adult - $80 

*Athletes can register for any race length, despite their age.  However, please remember registering for a race outside of your age eliminates you from medal contention. 

*Registration fee includes athlete gift.

REFUNDS
Entry fees are nonrefundable. While registering, please double-check the competition dates and qualification requirements. Depending on the circumstances, a refund may be considered in the case of a medical emergency.

QUALIFICATIONS
This race is open to any skier at least 7 years of age as of December 31st, 2024. 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.