NENSA Women’s XC Ski Day
Holderness School Nordic Center | Holderness, NH
January 25th, 2026
New England Women’s XC Ski Day was started in 2002 by former Olympian Trina Hosmer of Stowe, VT. Trina was inspired by her “Sisters in Skiing” in Anchorage, Alaska, who launched the Alaska Ski for Women in 1997. Like the Alaskans’ original event, Women’s XC Ski Day selects a non-profit women’s organization to benefit and brings together as many participants as it can for a day of cross-country skiing, complete with lunch and a raffle.
The highlight of the day is the wide range of on-snow instruction and coaching for skiers of all abilities from those new to the sport to experienced skiers looking to refine technique or build confidence. Participants learn from some of our most accomplished women coaches, including several former Olympians, with an emphasis on relaxed, fun learning in a supportive and encouraging environment.
This is a fantastic opportunity for BKL Parent Leaders, NENSA club leaders, endurance sports enthusiasts, masters competitors, and more to increase your confidence and technical knowledge of the sport with a world-class team of instructors!
All ability, skill, and experience levels are welcome. In addition to this event being open to all women, we also encourage and support the participation of nonbinary people who are comfortable in a space that centers the experience of women. NENSA hopes that Women’s XC Ski Day helps bring more folx together to enjoy this wonderful sport.
Questions? Reach out to mackenzie@nensa.net. If you and your club are interested in hosting your own Women’s XC Ski Day event, please reach out as we may be able to provide some remote assistance and guidance.
