Fifth Annual Roy-llerski

NENSA and The Maine Outdoor Wellness Center are thrilled to host the 5th annual Roy-llerski and Fundraiser this year during the month of July.  The event, originally created by Jenny Wilbraham, was created in memory of Roy Varney to bring together the nordic community for support and to enjoy the sport they all shared.

This year, the event will have both Virtual and in-person options, we encourage anyone that can participate with a group and make the most of it!  Using the date of Roy’s passing (7/1/19), the challenge is to ski, run, or ride 71.19km OR for 71:19 (1h:11m:19s), spread over a couple of days,  weeks, or the entire month if need be.

Join us on July 15, 2023 for a 5km Trail Run, and to celebrate our three-year anniversary and the end of summer at our annual fundraiser and community gathering.

There is a $15 entry fee that will be donated to Maine Outdoor Wellness Center. 

Have fun, stay safe, and take the spirit of the journey with you!! Sharing photos or GPS tracks is highly encouraged.

Registrant Categories:

Rockstar: For those aiming to ski 71.19 in one shot – for time or challenge.
Speedy Repeater: Combine multiple skis to reach 71.19km.
Bill Koch/Recreational/Time Trial: Ski 7.119km non-stop or use the event as a time trial.
Art for Roy: Design the coolest fitness tracker art file to honor Roy! #forRoy
1:11:19: Ski as far as you can in 71 minutes and 19 seconds.

Read here for recaps of the 2022 and 2021 events.

EVENT REGISTRATION