26th Skinny Skis Moose Chase Nordic Ski Race

February 17, 2018

The 26th Annual Moose Chase Nordic Ski Race presented by Skinny Skis

The Jackson Hole Ski & Snowboard Club is proud to present the 26th Annual Moose Chase Nordic ski race presented by Skinny Skis at the Trail Creek Nordic Center. This premier Nordic race includes a 30k (that skis like a 50k), a 15k, 5k, 3k and a free 1/2k. Competitors can skate or classic ski the course.

Event Info

BIB PICK UP - Friday February 16, 2018

Bib pick-up will be Friday night at Skinny Skis from 4-7pm. Bibs will also be available Saturday morning at Trail Creek from 8:30am - 9:30am.
If you plan on picking up your bib Saturday morning please allow additional time for the shuttle. Please turn in your bib after the race.

START TIMES - Saturday February 17, 2018

Please select the appropriate wave assignment for your race. Wave assignments alleviate congestion on the course and give all skiers an opportunity to ski their best race. Wave assignments are for 30K (Elite, Competitive & Recreational) and 15K (Competitive and Recreational) racers.

*Times subject to change. Updated 7:10pm, 2/16:

· 10:00 – 30k Start “Moose Chase”

o Elite wave – 10:00 am

o Competitive & Recreational waves – 10:05 am

· 10:10 – 15k Start “Half Moose Chase”

o One wave start with Comp and Rec Racers

· 10:20 – 5k Start“Mini Moose Chase”

· 10:25 – 3k Start “More Mini Moose Chase”

· 10:35 – 1/2k Start “Bob's Miniest Moose Chase”

Lunch for racers provided by The Bunnery beginning at 11:00

Lunch & hot beverages for spectators for sale all day, provided by Glory Bowl Soup.

Awards ceremony & raffle drawing follow Bob's Mini-est Moose Chase, must be present for raffle prize drawing.

Lodging
Click the below logo to receive a 15% discount at Mountain Modern Motel (prices reflect discount).

Amenities include bunk rooms, tuning space, pool, complimentary breakfast, complimentary START Bus passes to Stilson Parking Lot in Wilson as well as Teton Village. The Mountain Modern is walking distance to numerous downtown restaurants and shops, plus close proximity to Snow King Mountain.

Registration

Results

2014 Results by Distance: 30K 15K 5K 3K

2013 Results

2012 Moose Chase Results by Distance

2012 Moose Chase Results by Class

Volunteer

Volunteer Sign Up

We are always in need of volunteers to assist us with this grandfathered community event. If you plan to spectate at the event, please consider donating your time by volunteering! If you have any questions about the Pole Pedal Paddle volunteer positions, please contact Brittney Ziebell.

Course & Venue

COURSE INSPECTION - Friday February 17, 2018

Inspect the course on Friday - free with your Trail Creek season pass or $15 for a one day pass.

TIMING

We will be using chip timing this year. Transponders must be worn on your left ankle. Please return your bib and transponder at the end of the race.

RACE COURSE

WEATHER PERMITTING the 2018 Moose Chase Course is planned to be the same route as in 2017 at Trail Creek Nordic Center.

At the start area there will be marked sections for each distance. The race will start and end at the same location this year. Rough GPS of the tentative course.

For those of you familiar with the course at Trail Creek, a reminder that we do not have Gut Flop in the course.

FACILITIES

Trail Creek Nordic Center does not have an indoor warm up area or lockers for gear storage. Port-a-john restrooms are available.

Awards

2017 Prizes TBA

We welcome any prize donations. Contact 307.733.6433 ext. 113 or bziebell@jhskiclub.org

Podium finishers in the 30K will receive:

1st place male & female • $300
2nd place male & female • $200
3rd place male & female • $100

Podium finishers in the 15K will receive:

1st place male & female •
2nd place male & female •
3rd place male & female •

Podium finishers in the 5K will receive:

1st place male & female •
2nd place male & female •
3rd place male & female •

Podium finishers in the 3K will receive:

1st place male & female •
2nd place male & female •
3rd place male & female •

All competitors in the 3K will receive TBA

All competitors in Bob's Mini Mini 1/2K will receive TBA

Age Class prizes for first place:

Age class winners for 5K will receive awards

Age class winners for 3K will receive awards

The following age classes will be recognized in the results.

30 K M & F	15 K M & F	5K M & F	3K M & F
19 & under	19 & under	11 & under	7 & under
20-29	20-29	U14 (12-13)	U10 (8-9)
30-39	30-39	U16 (14-15)	U12 (10-11)
40-49	40-49	U18 (16-17)	U14 (12-13)
50-59	50-59	U20 (18-19)
60-69	60-69	20 & Older
70 & older	70 & older

Rules & Regulations

PARKING/SHUTTLE

There is limited racer or spectator parking at the venue. Please use the Stilson parking lot and enjoy our free shuttle to Trail Creek Nordic Center. Shuttles will travel between the Stilson lot to Trail Creek STARTING AT 8AM. Please allow at least 30 minutes for the one way trip. The shuttles will pick up just south of the restroom facility at Stilson. Look for the bright pink signs.

Directions to the Stilson Parking Lot:
Located at the Northwest corner of Hwy 22 and 390 in Wilson, WY.
- If you are coming from Teton Pass (east on Hwy 22) the parking lot will be on your left before the Hwy 22 & Hwy 390 intersection. If you pass the lot and get to the intersection, turn left at the light and then take your first left into the parking lot.
- If you are coming from Jackson (west on Hwy 22) the parking lot will be on your right after the turnoff for Teton Village (Hwy 390). The Start Bus stops at the Stilson parking lot as part of their route to Teton Village. There are many places in the town of Jackson to board the Start Bus.

- If you are coming from Teton Village (Hwy 390), the parking lot will be on your right before you reach Hwy 22. The Start Bus stops at the Stilson parking lot as part of their route to the town of Jackson.

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