Friday, January 5
CARIBOU: Caribou Rec. Downhill Skiing Gate Racing Program. Sign up now. Fridays, 3-4:30 p.m.; Jan. 5-Feb. 16. Kids in grades 3-8 learn proper technique for skiing Slalom, Giant Slalom at Caribou HS Ski Hill, two trips to Bigrock. Participants must have knowledge of alpine skiing, own equipment. Pre-registration required. Cost: $40/non-Bigrock season pass holder. Contact Caribou Rec (207-493-4224) FMI
Saturday, January 6
PRESQUE ISLE: Nordic Heritage Sport Club Youth XC Ski Club. Saturdays starting Jan. 6; 9-10:30 a.m. at Nordic Heritage Center, 450 Fort Rd. For 4th-8th graders. Want to learn more about XC skiing? Try something new? The Aroostook County Bill Koch Club is for you; play games, learn technique, and have fun on skis. Cost $15/child. Contact Lydia Streinz lstreinz@rsu39.org FMI
MADAWASKA: Four Seasons Trail Association Deprey Classic Ski Race. Aroostook Cup Series Race #1. Distance: 6K Freestyle. Registration: 11:30 a.m. at Four Seasons Lodge, 425 Spring Street. Youth start: 12:15 p.m. Race start: 1 p.m. Cost: $10. Pasta meal available for purchase. Contact Colin Jandreau (207-728-6103) or jandreau@roadrunner.com FMI
Monday, January 8
CARIBOU: Caribou Rec. Ski-Daddle Program. Sign up now. Mondays and Wednesdays, 3-4:30 p.m.; Jan. 8-March 7. For all ability levels in grades 3-5; lessons include intro to equipment and techniques and lots of outdoor fun. Equipment available; students welcome to bring own equipment. Pre-registration required. Cost: $10/resident, $25/non-resident. Contact Caribou Rec (207-493-4224) FMI
Ongoing program:
PRESQUE ISLE: County Strides Running Group. Sundays; 10 a.m. at various locations. Open to all abilities; be ready for an easy run of 30-45 minutes, and bring friends! Visit County Strides at www.facebook.com/groups/447181508818122 FMI
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