Frozen Thunder

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Every winter the people at the Canmore Nordic Center make a big pile of mad-made snow when it is cold and then cover it in sawdust—this keeps it from melting over the summer. Then, around Oct 20th, they use dumptrucks to haul out the snow and make a trail that is 1-2 km long. This trail is perfect for early skiing in October and November and is great for getting a lot of volume skiing in before December rolls around and it is racing season. (Check it out for yourself on Youtube.)

Reports from our embedded sources in Canmore tell us the snow is great this season with the full 2 km figure eight track and better than usual snow and 30 snow lanes. There will be Trials races for the National Team on the 9th and 10th so the range will be closed those mornings. Also too, it looks like the Ukrainian National Team is training in Canmore this season so hopefully our own Ukrainian speaking athletes are present to act as translators.

Serious skiers form Saskatchewan often go there to:

1)     get used to skis rather than rollerskis

2)     put in lots of miles on skis – usually we ski two or three times per day

3)     practice shooting with skis on, practice rifle carrying (34 sec prone 32 standing shooting times)

4)     work on balance

5)     Eat as much bacon as possible at the Windtower Breakfast to make up for a whole year of doing without

 What to Know

We will be staying at the Windtower. Coach will buy range pass and trail pass so let him know you are coming.

Thurs Nov 10

Ski 7:00 – 8:30 PM

Fri Nov 11

Ski 7:30 Am- 9:00 am

Shooting (tentative) 10:30- 12:00

Ski 2:00 – 4:00

Optional Ski 7:00-8:00

 Sat Nov 12

Ski 7:30 Am- 9:00 am

Shooting (tentative) 10:30- 12:00

Ski 2:00 – 4:00

Optional Ski 7:00-8:00

 Sunday Nov 13

Ski 7:30 – 9:30

Depart

 What To Bring

A Head Lamp (a must) Boots, Bullets, Rifle, Homework

Bring Rock Skis, Good Skis, Classic Skis, Roller Skis

Lots of Water and Snacks (and a guitar if you have)

Biathlon Saskatchewan Record

Matt Hudec 2009- 203 km

Sask First High Performance Team Announced

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Sask First High Performance Team Announced

Biathlon Saskatchewan is pleased to name the following athletes to the 2016 High Performance Squad.

Heather Gillespie (RWF), Brett Down (RWF, QVN), Nathan Kuntz (Moose Jaw) Michio Green (La Ronge), Taylor Harrington (La Ronge), Nolan Royer (Bullzi), Jesse Ehman (Bullzi) Aron Bargen (Blue Mountain) Chloe Bargen (Blue Mountain) Logan Pletz (QVN), Kyrilo Gnyp (Saskatoon) Cameron Merkowsky (Saskatoon) Hanne Stadnyk (Blue Mountain) Makenna Weir (QVN)  Tim Nemecek (RWF)

 What Is The HP (High Performance) Squad?

The Biathlon Saskatchewan Sask First High Performance Squad is a group of committed Biathletes who are interested in taking Biathlon to the next level. They train around 400 hrs per year and take part in year round training sessions. This includes rollerskiing in the summer and additional strength and conditioning in the gym, starting in the fall.

What is Our Goal? 

The aim of the Sask First Program is to provide support so that Saskatchewan Biathletes can challenge for podium performances at the National Championship level and beyond.

How Do I Get On The Sask First HP Squad?

If you want to be on the squad, get your club coach to contact the Provincial Coach with a recommendation.  The Biathlon Saskatchewan High Performance committee will make the final decisions.

Things to Know

There is a $200 yearly team fee that you must pay to be on the HP Squad, (in part to help cover the costs of the strength training), you should have a minors permit and have a valid passport, in case you end up traveling internationally at some point.

 Next Events

Looking towards peak performance at National Championships in Prince George Mar 7-12, the team will also be attending Nor Am 1 Dec 9-11 in Canmore as well as the Saskatchewan Wildlife Federation Cup Series at Blue Mtn, QVN and Bullzi.

Next Summer (tentatively around July 22) we will also be attending North American Roller Ski Championships in Canmore as we begin early preparations for Canada Winter Games (Red Deer 2019) qualifying with a team size of four guys and four girls. 

Cross Country 2016 Provincials - Deslile

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On October 15, a strong contingent of Biathlon Saskatchewan Athletes from all over the province laced up their running shoes at the annual Saskatchewan High School Cross Country Running Provincials.

 Conditions were tough with chilly winds and a challenging course but all competitors finished in good form as they begin the transition onto skis and snow.

 

Everyone survived the start, which is similar to a rampaging herd of wild buffalos. 

Everyone survived the start, which is similar to a rampaging herd of wild buffalos.

 

Results

Midget Girls – Taylor Harrington - Laronge                       47

Midget Boys – Cameron Merkowsky - Saskatoon             29

Jr Boys- Aron Bargen- Medstead                                40

Jr Boys- Logan Pletz    - Regina                                      3

Sr Girls- Chloe Bargen - Medstead                                52

Sr Boys – Michio Green - Air Ronge                                   6

Windtower Bookings - Frozen Thunder Camp and Calforex Cup #2

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Windtower Bookings

Frozen Thunder Camp, November 10-13

Calforexcup #2 Dec 8-11

Please remember to book your room before Monday Oct 17 to get a super great deal on rooms at the Windtower in Canmore.

One Queen bed   (max 2 people)   69.00

One Bedroom Suite $99. (has a kitchen)

Two Bedroom Suite$159 (has a kitchen)

Check in at 3:00 Checkout at 1:00

Hot Breakfast and Underground Parking Included.

Windtower 403 609 6600

For Frozen Thunder Quote the Code BIA16

(Check in Nov 10thcheck out Nov 13)

optional ski practice for those who can make it 7:00Pm at Nordic Centre Nov 10

Note that the Nordic Centre restricts Frozen Thunder, available only to members of the Provincial Team or HP Squad. (Call Doug Sylvester if you aren’t sure but want to come)  445 6887 or by email   doug.sylvester@sasktel.net

Also, those of you that are coming, make sure to let me know as well so I can book shooting lanes hopefully on Monday.

For The Calforex Cup - Quote BIATHL

(Check in Dec 8, Check out Dec 11th)

optional ski practice for those who can make it 7:00 PM at Nordic Centre Dec 8 official practice Dec 9th (IBU categories in the morning , others in the afternoon) Available to all ages and all categories including air rifle and Masters.

Biathlon Sask. Swag Slogan Contest

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Do you think you are funny? Do you dabble in sarcasm from time to time? Then step up to the plate and take aim at Biathlon Saskatchewan’s newest contest.

Challenge

Come up with the next slogan and/or design to be used on Biathlon Saskatchewan swag. Do you have something that might look good on a toque, T-shirt or Bunnyhug or have a cooooool phrase or eye catching design that will turn heads?

Earn Prizes

If your slogan or design is chosen you will win free, autographed, limited first edition Biathlon Saskatchewan Merchandise.

Enter Now!

Email doug.sylvester@sasktel.net  

Contest Closes

November 30, 2016 with winners chosen at the first Saskatchewan Wildlife Federation Cup #1 and #2 -  Dec 3,4 at Blue Mountain

 

Remember - No Geeks! No Sluggos! No Whiners!

 

 

Saskatchewan Winter Games 2018

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The Sport of Biathlon has been officially selected for inclusion in Saskatchewan Winter Games to be held in North Battleford Feb 18-24, 2018 at Blue Mountain Adventure Center.

Competitors

There will be three male and three female competitors per district. 

Ages

Athletes born 2003-2007 are eligible. (must have completed a firearm safety course previous to the games.

Coaches and Managers

One coach and one manager per district. Coaches must have their gold level or higher and both manager and coach must have a criminal record check. (Costs covered by Biathlon Sask.)

The Races

Sprint Mass Start and Mixed Relay.

Distance 4 km

Shooting- Using 22’s cal on prone targets at 50 meters using rests. 

Contact

The games need your support so please sign up in you are interested.

Doug Sylvester 306 445 6887   doug.sylvester@sasktel.net

 or, contact your local coach.

Guarantees

This will be a lot of fun. Free swag, free food, opening and closing ceremonies, team uniforms and an experience of a lifetime…guaranteed!

 

Biathlon Sask Annual General Meeting - September 24

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Biathlon Sask will be holding its Annual General Meeting on September 24 in Saskatoon at the Travelodge Hotel.  The meeting will start with the Sask Ski AGM at 11:30 am.  Lunch will be served.  The Biathlon Sask portion will follow at approximately 1 pm.  There will be positions up for election with the key position being Treasurer.

Click here for the agenda.

We hope to see you there.

Equipment Rental and Team Sask Skin Suits

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Equipment Rental Due  - Team Sask Skin Suits Available $150  (on  Zone 4)

RIFLE RENTAL

Biathlon Saskatchewan administers a pool of rental rifles which are owned by Biathlon Saskatchewan. The High Performance Committee, under the guidance of the provincial coach, decides which athletes are eligible for rifles. In general, the best rifles are designated to the most committed athletes. Also preference will be given to youth athletes over masters athletes.

People wishing to access a Biathlon Saskatchewan rifle must be a member in good standing of Biathlon Saskatchewan, Biathlon Canada and a Saski registered club. 

Athletes aged 18 and older must have a valid possession and acquisition license.  Athletes under 18 must have a minor’s permit and must have completed a Saskatchewan firearms safety course. Once assigned a rifle, the athlete will pay for the rental using an online registration tool (Zone 4).  

https://www.zone4.ca/register.asp?id=1179

Biathlon Sask Strategic Plan 2016-2019 - Survey

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Background

Through work with a consultant, Biathlon Sask has developed a strategic plan for 2016-2019.  The plan complements Sask Sport's strategic plan for 2017-2021.

We Want to Hear From You

As a member of Biathlon Sask, your input is important.  We have set out our goals and objectives and would like your input to help us focus on our plans.

We invite you to take the survey to help us move Biathlon Sask forward.

https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/BiathlonSKStrategicPlanSurvey2016

Please complete the survey by August 15.

Feel free to contact us with questions or comments.

We thank you for your contribution.

Biathlon and Cross Country Summer Camp Aug 20-22

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Qu'Appelle Valley Nordic will be holding a camp August 20-22.

This camp is for everyone of all ages and levels of experience.  You need to be a member of Biathlon Canada or Cross Country Canada in order to attend the camp.

The camp will include all sorts of activities not traditionally associated with biathlon such as mountain biking, orienteering and paddling.  The focus on the camp will be on a fun summer experience where we get to know our provincial and western Canadian counterparts a little better.

Registration will happen through our website.  It will be up and running shortly.

Click here to view the poster for the camp.





High Performance Summer Camp - July 21-24

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Biathlon Saskatchewan Hi Performance Summer Camp July 21-24

Option 1

Cost $150or $50 per day

Includes Accommodations in Small Cabin at Blue Mountain

Athletes are responsible for bringing their own food.

Option 2

Camping Cost $100

Athletes responsible for own food and accommodation costs, camping at Blue Mountain

Coaches Natasha Boyes, Doug Sylvester

Spots are Limited so book early.

Camp Starts at 10:00 July 21 and ends July 24 at 12:00

Contact Doug Sylvester at doug.sylvester@sasktel.net  for More Information or if you are coming

Nutrition Session - Tuesday May 31

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Tues May 31 Regina

High Performance InformationalMeeting- Nutrition For The Off Season

7:00 -8:30 Tumblers Pizza (Beside Level 10)

Cost: 0$

The meeting will be divided into two main parts with Heather Hynes (Sack Sport - Nutritionist) giving a presentation about Nutrition ideas for the summer from 7:00- 7:45 (while we eat Pizza) followed by an informational session for athletes interested in the High Performance Program offered by Biathlon Saskatchewan. Parents, athletes and coaches are invited as well.

If possible let me know if you are able to make it to either of the meetings.

doug.sylvester@sasktel.net

Nutrition Session - Monday May 30

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Mon May 30 Saskatoon

 

High Performance InformationalMeeting- Nutrition For The Off Season

7:00 -8:30 Remai Building, 510 Cynthia Street (room 140)

Cost: 0$

The meeting will be divided into two main parts with Heather Hynes (Sack Sport - Nutritionist) giving a presentation about Nutrition ideas for the summer from 7:00- 7:45 followed by an informational session for athletes interested in the High Performance Program offered by Biathlon Saskatchewan. Parents, athletes and coaches are invited as well.