Barnebirkie Family Ski

This event is still a go despite the Saturday Ski Events being cancelled. However, due to rapidly changing snow conditions, the location has been changed to Gold Bar Park. To learn more, please read the February 1, 2024 newsletter

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Birkie Sunday – February 11, 2024

The Canadian Birkebeiner Society is excited to partner with Silver Skate Festival to host the Barnebirkie Family Ski. These winter fun activities are where Birkie dreams begin and are for both children and their grown-ups! Did you know? “Barne” translates to “child” in Norwegian!

NEW Location

The 2024 Barnebirkie Family Ski has changed location to Gold Bar Park.

Registration Details

  • Classic-technique – 500 m, 2 km, or 4 km – track set ski course with official start
  • Barnebirkie race bib
  • Finish snacks and refreshments
  • Hand-made birch wood medal!
  • Prizes for the best viking costume and photo sent in!
  • Ski Patrollers and certified medical personnel
  • Love and admiration of dedicated volunteer

Schedule

11:00 am – Check-in, park, pick up bib, unload gear, and get ready to ski
11:50 am – Official Program at Start Line
Noon to 2 pm – Ski! Don’t forget about the Costume Contest
2:00 – Event closes

Registration

Online registration is open until Saturday, February 10, Noon.

On-site registration is available. 

Registration Package Pickup

Registration packages and bibs can be picked up on-site at Gold Bar.

Parking

Parking is available on-site.

Parent & Spectator Etiquette

Adults accompanying Barnebirkie skiers on course must be on skis to retain the integrity of the course.
No pets please.

Clothing & Footwear

Dress for the weather.

Best Viking Costume Contest

Enter for your chance to win awesome prizes! Dress up like a Viking or your favourite superhero, fuzzy animal, anything goes!

Email your picture to coordinator@canadianbirkie.com. A boat load of warriors will select the winners and let you know who conquered the contest.

Updates

The Canadian Birkebeiner Society will send updates to the email you register with. You can also sign up for our newsletter below, or follow us on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.

Registration Fees  
Barnebirkie Family Ski $5

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