Rendezvous Ski Trails / Schedule of Events

Schedule of Events

Spam Cup #3 February 6, 2010

Classic & Pursuit Race. Skiers of all ages and abilities welcome. 1k, 2k, 8k, and 16k classic course and NEW 16k Pursuit course. Racers in the Pursuit will do one 8k lap on Rendezvous with classic technique and one 8k lap on Rendezvous with skating technique. Pre-registration available or sign up day of. $10 for adults/$5 for kids. 11:00 am start, day-of registration 10-10:45am. Winners in each distance will receive a SPAM trophy. Registration, bib pick up, and start/finish will take place at the Rendezvous Trailhead Building. Volunteers are needed. For more information or to help out, please call Sara at 406-599-4465.

Registration Form - please print and bring with you Course Map

Yellowstone National Park Snowshoe Walk Saturday February 6, 2010

Join a Yellowstone National Park Ranger for a 2-mile walk into Yellowstone National Park along the Riverside Trail. Meet at the West Yellowstone Visitor Information Center at 30 Yellowstone Avenue at 1:30 PM. Bring snowshoes, water and a snack - Everyone welcome no experience necessary. Contact: (307) 344-2876

Winter Snowshoe Program - USFS Friday February 12, 2010

Come join Gallatin National Forest employees and learn about the great outdoors during the winter. The following outdoor programs are geared for beginners. All programs last 2 – 3 hours unless stated otherwise. Snowshoes are not provided.Please dress in layers and wear a snow-type boot. Bring along water, a snack and binoculars.

For more information and directions please call:Hebgen Lake Ranger Station @ 406-823-6961

Snowshoe Walk in the West Yellowstone Area. Meet at the Forest Service at 1 p.m.

Yellowstone National Park Snowshoe Walk Saturday February 13, 2010

Sleddin' & Smores Sunday February 14, 2010

Join the locals and fellow winter visitors for some good old fashioned family fun! Warm-up with hot beverages. Toast some marshmallows and make your own S' more all the fixings provided. Bring a sled to try out the Sleddin' Hill. Meet at the West Yellowstone Pioneer Park (corner of Dunraven & Firehole/highway 20) from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM.

Winter Snowshoe Program - USFS Wednesday February 17, 2010

For more information and directions please call:Hebgen Lake Ranger Station @ 406-823-6961

Snowshoe Tour. Participants will learn why Refuge Point was a vital meeting place after the 1959 Hebgen Lake Earthquake. Meet at the Forest Service at 1 p.m. We will caravan to Refuge Point Trail.

Yellowstone National Park Snowshoe Walk Saturday February 20, 2010

Winter Snowshoe Program - USFS Tuesday February 23, 2010

For more information and directions please call:Hebgen Lake Ranger Station @ 406-823-6961

Snowshoe Walk in the West Yellowstone Area. Meet at the Forest Service at 1 p.m.

Moonlight Ski February 27, 2010

Join WYSEF Boardmembers for a moonlight ski. Meet at the Rendezvous Trailhead Building at 6:30pm and see the trails in a whole new light.

Yellowstone National Park Snowshoe Walk Saturday February 27, 2010

Winter Snowshoe Program - USFS Tuesday March 2, 2010

For more information and directions please call:Hebgen Lake Ranger Station @ 406-823-6961

Snowshoe Tour. Participants will learn why Refuge Point was a vital meeting place after the 1959 Hebgen Lake Earthquake. Meet at the Forest Service at 1 p.m. We will caravan to Refuge Point Trail.

Sleddin' & Smores Thursday March 4, 2010

Yellowstone Rendezvous Race March 6, 2010

www.rendezvousrace.com

With the blast of a black powder canon, racers sprint out to compete in a variety of age classes and distances in both classic and freestyle of 5 to 50K lengths. Hundreds of skiers come from across the nation to participate (typically 600-900). The 50 kilometer course is over 31 miles and racers make two laps on the outmost trails of the Rendezvous system. Five feed stations are located along the course and staffed with local groups and volunteers. Cash prizes are awarded but to many skiers, just finishing is the prize!

Youth Ski Festival March 7, 2010

The Youth Ski Festival was created to encourage families to
stay the whole weekend of the Rendezvous Race. This event is a fun way
to wind down after the big race. All kids aged 13 years and younger are
encouraged to play on skis. We will typically offer events such as: a relay
race, an obstacle course, musical chairs, and a sprint. Parents are
encouraged to cheer on all the little skiers.
More information coming soon.

Winter Snowshoe Program - USFS Wednesday March 10, 2010

For more information and directions please call:Hebgen Lake Ranger Station @ 406-823-6961

Snowshoe Walk in the West Yellowstone Area. Meet at the Forest Service at 1 p.m.

Yellowstone National Park Snowshoe Walk Saturday March 13, 2010

Equinox Ski Challenge March 20-21, 2010

www.equinoxskichallenge.com

The Equinox Ski Challenge is a springtime celebration, a season finale and also among the most challenging ski races in the world. This event is ingrained with camaraderie, challenge, and commitment to the well-being of the local community. Skiers of all abilities can compete as a soloist or in a relay team of up to 8 members. The goal is to have a lot of fun and also complete as many laps as you can in the 24 Minute Kids Race, 3 Hour, 6 Hour, 12 Hour or 24 Hour divisions. That’s right, a 24 hour race. Saturday night marks the midpoint and is celebrated with a bonfire and potluck dinner. Race profits are donated to WYSEF, Manaia Youth Programs, and the West Yellowstone Food Bank. How far can you go?

Don't forget to check out our sponsors:

Sara Hoovler, Program Director
The West Yellowstone Ski Education Foundation
PO Box 956
West Yellowstone, MT 59758
406-599-4465
info@rendezvousskitrails.com