9th Annual Ski 4 Kids Day
Saturday, February 28, 2009 at Kincaid

The 2009 Ski 4 Kids Day is dedicated to the memory of Bonny Sosa, a strong advocate and friend to our community and our families.

Our ultimate goal is to help develop an appreciation of winter outdoor sports and to promote fitness for Anchorage area youth! All proceeds benefit the Anchorage Parks and Recreation’s ski outreach program. This program, in existence since 1995, has already served over 4,000 children. This winter we have already reached 626 students at 15 schools. Coaches bring XC ski equipment and expertise to schools for ski lessons. Kids supporting Kids  -   Come share the fun!

Ski 4 Kids would love to hear from your family about their experiences at Ski 4 Kids.  We would especially love any quotes we could share here on our webpage. Email Us Quotes

WHAT IS THE SKI 4 KIDS?

Ski 4 Kids encourages adults and children of all ages to participate in this spring festival of events. Donations to the Ski 4 Kids group will be accepted instead of entry fees. All proceeds will be used to purchase cross country skiing equipment (and boots) for Anchorage area kids.  

This equipment will be available for check-out through the outreach program at Parks & Recreation by any group that works with children. 

REI will have snowshoes available to check out in the chalet.

Ski 4 Kids--NSAA
203 W. 15th Ave, #204
Anchorage, Alaska 99501

TIME SCHEDULE

9:00 - 10:00 am    
Event Day bib pick up and registration at the Kincaid Chalet (Same day registrants may not be timed.)

10:30 am (3k)
Mize Moose Loop Race begins with wave starts.

10:45 am (shorter loop)
Blue Bear Race begins
This route is much shorter and is led by our Ski 4 Kids Snowshoe Hare.

10:45 am
Special Events Open.
Oscar's Obstacle Course
Skijoring with Rover and Fido
Lemon Drop Sligshot Biathlon

Skiers may select (and repeat) events depending on equipment and space available.

Medals for all kids!

Kick Wax help will be available in the stadium.

11:45 am - 1:15 pm
Silent Auction in the Chalet.
Refreshments and snacks available in the Chalet.

1:30pm
Event Finishes.
All Ski 4 Kids activities must be cleaned and ready for the next event. All volunteer help welcomed & appreciated!

Door Prize Change:  All finishers will receive a cocoa coupon in addition to their medal.  Door prize tickets, however, will be passed out at random at the finish line. If you do receive one, please choose a prize from the Door Prize table which will be in the chalet.  If you are doing just the stations (no race), please check with the finish line folks for a medal, cocoa and a chance for a door prize.

DETAILED INFORMATION

• 2009 Brochure - PDF

• 2009 Events Schedule - PDF

• 2009 Stadium Map - PDF

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

We are actively seeking volunteers for the following activities:

• Pre-event organization Fundraising Stadium/Trail set up (includes aid/themed stations!)RegistrationEvents (Race, Obstacle Course, Skijoring, etc.)Ceremonies and AwardsRefreshments
• T-shirts and merchandise

Please email Holly for more information.

PHOTOS AVAILABLE

Go here >www.FitzgeraldPhotos.com

T-SHIRTS

We have limited #s of shirts ($10) and hats ($15) available.

Contact ski4kids@rinezone.com for more info.

To put on an event such as this, it takes numerous volunteers. We are grateful for the help and support from everyone who has contributed, kids and kids at heart. Thank you especially to the students who designed and are running the obstacle course, the Dimond Z Club for helping in the chalet, the South JrROTC cadets for helping in the stadium, the Anchorage Skijoring Club & their canines & to Mrs Ellinwood & the Huffman Elem 2nd graders for the art work.

A special thanks for the NSAA for grooming the trails for the outreach schools! You certainly are appreciated!

This event could not be possible without the generous support of our many sponsors:

Please love and support our sponsors!