Welcome to the Northland Junior Race Series (NJRS) OverviewThe NJRS is a series of fun local ski races, where young athletes test their developing skills. Races are generally held every Sunday, beginning with the first Sunday in January. Local ski areas and clubs take turns hosting the races. There is no charge for the racers who are a member of a NJRS club. (Non NJRS club members: See the FAQ section for details on how to participate in NJRS races.) Paricapating NJRS clubs:
NJRS FormatEach race consists of two race runs. Traditionally NJRS races consisted of two Giant Slalom runs. New for 2009 is the introduction of slalom runs at half the races for racers ages 8 and up. Kids under 8 years old will still race Giant Slalom only. Times for each run are added together to determine the racers' standing within their age groups. There are both boys and girls groups for the following ages: (Under 5) (6-7) (8-9) (10-11) (12-13) (14-15) (16+). Awards will be given to the top finishers in each group. See FAQ page more information.*Slalom Note*: With the introduction of Slalom this year there will be a greater need for parents to participate as gate keepers in order to maintain race safety. Race Day ScheduleIn general each Race will follow the same schedule:Race registration 9:00 am-10:30 am
Race Starts 11:00 am Awards Soon after race completion ~4pm Race Series Schedule 2010
Race 1 Sunday Jan 3rd Mont Du Lac 2 Giant Slalom Runs
Race 2 Sunday Jan 10th Giant's Ridge 2 Giant Slalom Runs Race 3 Sunday Jan 24th Ski Gull (Brainerd) 1 GS and 1 Slalom Run Race 4 Sunday Jan 31st Lutsen 2 Giant Slalom Runs Race 5 Sunday Feb 7th Spirit Mt 1 GS and 1 Slalom Run Race 6 Sunday Feb 21st Mont Du Lac 2 Slalom Runs Race 7 Sunday Feb 28th Lutsen 2 Giant Slalom Runs *NJRS CHAMPIONSHIP* Race 8 Sunday Mar 7th Ski Gull 1 GS and 1 Slalom Run Click on the calendar below for more event information.
NJRS CalendarContactFor more information you can contact this year's NJRS coordinators Paul and Teresa Johnston at NorthlandJuniorRaceSeries@gmail.com |