There are a multitude of words we use and ways to enjoy the incredible world of Nordic skiing. Cross Country skiing, ski touring, back country, classic skiing, skate skiing, single track, and more. The theme of this year’s festival is Front Country & Back Country. The namesake of this beloved festival describes the meaning of our theme better than we ever could.
To echo the words of Bill Koch, “Sometimes I like to go on a well-prepared course and do some hardcore skiing.” Enjoying the Front Country aspect of Nordic skiing and the excitement a well-groomed course ignites within skiers can be hard to beat. There are so many ways to get outside and ski! “Other times I like to just take off into the woods somewhere, go for a tour.” Back Country skiing or ski touring is just as dynamic and exhilarating as its Front Country counterpart. Join Wifferdill the Yeti and other forest friends as they adventure and explore the varied terrain and beautiful network of the Jackson Ski Touring Foundation during the 2026 BKL festival!
