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Chasing Dreams on Snow: Skida Proudly Celebrates Four Olympians

Kai Miller · February 4, 2026 ·

Feb 4, 2026 | Skida

At Skida, our roots run deep in skiing, community, and stories of the people who make winter sport magical. From our home in Vermont to the forests and hills of New England and beyond, we’ve always believed that supporting athletes’ dreams and pursuits is what elevates and moves our sport forward. As we head into the 2026 Games we are cheering on our four remarkable athletes headed who have qualified to compete at Milan Cortina – Paula Moltzan, Gus Schumacher, Ryan Cochran-Siegle, and Julia Kern.

Photo: Skida

New England nordic skiing, alpine programs, and grassroots communities like those fostered by NENSA create pathways for athletes to grow, push boundaries, and find joy in every glide and turn. We’re proud to support athletes shaped in this vibrant ecosystem, and we’re especially honored to see them representing the US on the world’s biggest stage.

We have created collections with each of these athletes that give back to their pursuits on the world stage. Explore our athlete collections Athlete Collaborations and our U.S. Ski & Snowboard collaboration.

As these four athletes take the world stage in Milan Cortina, we’re reminded that sport is more than medals and results. It’s about rootedness and growth, purpose, and connection. 

Organizations like NENSA fuel this ecosystem. From youth programs to regional camps to community events, NENSA makes skiing accessible, joyful, and full of possibility. It’s where the next generation begins, chasing their first turns, feeling the thrill of speed, and learning that every finish line is a new starting point.

Help us in celebrating our athletes on the World Stage as they chase their dreams!

WinterKids Welcome to Winter 2025

Mackenzie Rizio · December 31, 2025 ·

NENSA was thrilled to once again partner with WinterKids for the 2025 Welcome to Winter celebration, held recently at Lost Valley Ski Area in Auburn, ME. This much-loved annual event brings winter to life for families through hands-on, outdoor fun—encouraging kids to stay active, curious, and connected to the outdoors all season long.

Hosted by WinterKids, Welcome to Winter was originally created to introduce new Mainers to winter recreation, and has since grown into a free, community-wide celebration welcoming families from all backgrounds. This year, participants bundled up to explore a wide range of winter activities, including snowshoeing, cross-country and downhill skiing, snowboarding, tubing, snow sculpting, and more. Between activities, families warmed up with hot chocolate and s’mores, adding to the festive, welcoming atmosphere.

NENSA was proud to host a cross-country skiing station, featuring snowboot-binding skis from our Nordic Rocks program. Thanks to the generous support of Madshus, Lost Nation R&D, the Share Winter Foundation, and the Killington World Cup Foundation, hundreds of young skiers had the opportunity to clip in and experience the joy of gliding on snow—many for the very first time. Despite early-season snow challenges, the energy and excitement at the event was undeniable.

We also loved connecting with L.L.Bean, our longtime partner and sponsor, who ran the snowshoe station just steps away. Their commitment to getting people outdoors perfectly complemented the spirit of the day and reinforced the power of collaboration in expanding access to winter recreation.

WinterKids continues to make a meaningful impact by helping children and families embrace Maine’s long winters with confidence and joy. NENSA is proud to support this important work and looks forward to many more opportunities to share the magic of winter with communities across the region. To learn more about WinterKids and their programs, visit their website HERE.

Lumi Experiences Trip Giveaway

Kai Miller · December 3, 2025 ·

We’re excited to share a give away with you all from one of our valued NENSA sponsors, Lumi Experiences.

Giveaway Overview: Lumi Experiences, the world’s premier cross-country ski travel company, is celebrating their partnership as an official tour operator for the Worldloppet’s series of 19 international ski marathons with a Trip Giveaway to two lucky skiers on their 2026 France – Transju’ trip – a value of over $10,000.

Enter the trip giveaway by Sunday, December 14 for your chance to win two spots on the trip, including two entries in the Transju’ ski marathon!

Testimonial from Last Year’s Winner:
“I wanted to send a quick note of gratitude for the two spots on the France Trip that we won in the Lumi trip raffle. It was really very special to travel with my wife and to get to bring my Mom and Dad along – we all had such a fantastic time. Our family was really impressed with the trip: our trip leaders Annette and Adele were perfect and got us out on some really memorable trails. Our hotel was great, right in the center of town, and the hosts superb – truly a highlight. The activities were so interesting and fun and special… Really, honestly, an unforgettable experience. Thank you.”

– Chris McKim, from Michigan’s Upper Peninsula

Trip Overview: Lumi Experiences 2026 France-Transju’ trip
February 2 – 9, 2026

Spend 8 days skiing through France’s renowned Jura Mountains. Explore the seemingly endless trails that criss-cross through quaint villages and preserved forests, all leading to cozy mountain huts for lunch. Sample the local wines and cheeses in preparation for skiing the Transju’ Worldloppet ski marathon, France’s largest cross-country ski race.

Lumi Overview: Lumi Experiences Cross Country Ski Vacations offers boutique trips that introduce travelers to winter cultures where nordic skiing is a part of everyday life — from Switzerland to Norway. It’s a ski vacation like no other. 

New Virtual Speaker Series for NENSA Members

Kai Miller · November 18, 2025 ·

We’re excited to announce our new virtual speaker series which is free to all NENSA members!

This educational series expands opportunities for learning beyond our in-person conferences, symposiums, and clinics. All webinars in the series will be held over Zoom and each offering will be feature a 45 minute presentation followed by a 15 minute Q&A. If you’re unable to make a webinar, register anyway as we will share a recording afterward. We currently have three speakers joining us in December and we will be adding more offerings soon. If you’re interested in speaking in our series, or have a topic you’d like to see covered in a future webinar, let us know at kait@nensa.net.

Dec 3: Patience, Insight & Leadership with Kris Freeman
Dec 10: The Master Skier: Balancing Life, Health & Performance with Matt Klick
Dec 17: The Beaver Dam Model of Club Development with Isabel Caldwell

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Series details & registration

The 2023 NENSA Winter Auction is Live Through December 3

Heidi Lange · November 25, 2023 ·

NENSA’s annual Winter Auction is LIVE and features over 150 items. Check out all of the wonderful offerings…art and handcrafted items, vacation rentals, special experiences, delicious treats, ski gear, clothing, and accessories…and watch for new arrivals. There is something special for everyone and we would like to take this opportunity to express our sincere thanks to all of our sponsors and supporters for their generous contributions.

2023 NENSA WINTER AUCTION

Funds raised in NENSA’s annual auction are crucial for advancing our mission and directly support daily operations beyond what membership and entry fees cover.

The auction runs for two weeks only through December 3. Please keep an eye on the site for new items and thank you for supporting NENSA!

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New England Nordic Ski Association

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