Upcoming States Races/Trip

Class B States - Here We Come!!!

~ Updated on Saturday, February 15 ~

This post will be continue to be updated between now and the team’s departure on Sunday when there is new information to add or any changes to what was originally posted.

Now that WMCs are behind us, we can look ahead to States, which this year will be held at the Titcomb Mountain in Farmington. Here's what there is to know ...

Travel Plans:
The team will depart from Desert Rd on Sunday, February 16 at 11:30am. We will travel to Titcomb Mountain (arriving around 1:00) to ski and then head from there to our rental house, heading back to Titcomb on Monday and Tuesday for our races. We plan to have everything at the rental house packed up Tuesday morning when we go back to Titcomb for the skate races, so we will travel back to Freeport directly from the race venue, arriving by late afternoon.

We are taking one van on this trip and are expecting that skiers will ride with the team unless they tell Susan they have other transportation plans. Let Susan know by Friday at 3:00 if this is you.

Skiers making their own way to Titcomb Mountain should arrive by 1:00 pm on Sunday for a practice ski. (Update - we have heard that Adams, Conrad and Nora will be making their own way up north and not taking the van).

In general:
Leaving – Arrive at Desert Rd by 11:15am on Sunday, February 16. We will pull away at 11:30. Bring lunch to be eaten in the van.

Returning – Awards will happen after the boys race on Tuesday, probably around 1:30-2:00. We will depart after the awards, arriving back to Desert Rd around 4:00ish. Skiers can call home from the road when we know our arrival time more exactly.

Housing:
We will be spending Monday and Tuesday nights at a rental house in Porter Lake. Everyone will have a bed (one shared bed for the Emma and Isla).

Chaperones:
John Tarling, Dana Anderson, Susan Sonntag.

Waxing:
Check the Wax Info tab for wax recommendations for the races.

MPA regulations state:
No glide wax above Low Fluoro and no top coats shall be used in the state meet by all Nordic competitors. Violations will be reported to the jury for consequence. A contract should be signed by all athletes, their parent/guardian, and coaches and be kept by each coach. There are no restrictions for kick wax.

Thanks to everyone for getting their wax contracts in.

Races:

Monday, February 17
1:00 pm Girls Classical 5K (individual 15-second interval start, Class A/B/C)
3:00 pm Boys Classical 5K (individual 15-second interval start, Class A/B/C)

Tuesday, February 18
Girls A Freestyle Pursuit 10:00 am
Girls C Freestyle Pursuit 10:30 am
Girls B Freestyle Pursuit 11:00 am - This is us
Boys A Freestyle Pursuit 11:30 am
Boys C Freestyle Pursuit 12:00 pm
Boys B Freestyle Pursuit 12:30 pm - This is us
Classical, Pursuit, and Team Awards Following the Boys Race

Start Lists:
Click HERE for Girls classic race start list
Click HERE for Boys Classic race start list

Course Map:
Click here for CLASSIC course map
Click here for SKATE course map

Food:
Parents should be hearing from Dana about food plans. If you (or your skier) have ANY food restrictions, please let both Susan and Dana know ASAP.

Skiers are welcome to bring their own stash of bars, etc. to eat when they want and ensure it's what they like. It would be good for quantities of candy to stay at home.

Titcomb Mountain does have a small lodge and does serve food (the usual ski lodge fare - burgers, fries, etc.).

Spectators:
Friends and families are most welcome and encouraged to come to the races!

Parking Info:
Parking will be tight at Titcomb, since Class A, B and C will all be there. There will be a shuttle bus available for people attending the races. People may park their vehicle at the Farmington Hannaford and a bus will be available for pick up on Monday the 17th beginning at 11:30 from Hannaford and going till 4:30 pm. On Tuesday, the shuttle will be available from Hannaford beginning at 8 am and running till 2:30 pm. The bus will run during these times between Hannaford and Titcomb every twenty minutes. If you have any questions about the shuttle, please contact Titcomb at 778-9031.

What to Bring:
***Lunch and snacks for SUNDAY - packed in a handy bag and kept w/you in the van***
Sleeping bag
Water bottle
Your food contribution (if you’ve agreed to bring something)
Warm clothing (layers!) - including hat, mittens, race gloves, warm gloves, neck-up/buff, etc.
RACE SUIT
Ski clothes
Running shoes
House clothes
Extra socks
Pajamas
Warm winter boots
ALL classic AND skate skis/boots/poles - packed as compactly as possible
Sunglasses
Toiletries
Water-bottle holder with water bottle
Headlamp

Basic wax equipment
· Scraper
· Cork
· Small amounts of kick wax and glide wax

LABEL ALL THE GEAR AND CLOTHES YOU DON'T WANT TO LOSE.

Optional:
• Snacks/bars for 2 days
• Books, games, etc. - If you have a good group game, please bring it!
• Slippers
• A dvd movie for the group - G, PG or PG-13 (no R movies)

Electronics ... 
- Cell phones/ipods may come on this trip.
- Laptops should remain at home.
- Van riders need to ask permission prior to phone use in the vans.
- Phones should be on ‘silent’ at all times.
- Overall phone use (for any reason) is discouraged. Engage with the people you're with!

Cost:
Families of skiers who are staying overnight will be billed after the trip for the cost of the trip itself (housing, food, etc.).

Other things to remember:
· Wax classic and skate skis
· Check the packing list again. Do you have everything?
· Check the blog one last time, for any new/updated info.
· Emergency Contacts:
     Local:
          Melissa Watson: 785-691-6731
     Trip Chaperones:
          Susan Sonntag: 207-440-3212
          John Tarling: 207-807-1919
          Dana Anderson: 207-865-1665