The 16th annual Alaska Ski for Women will be held on Feb. 5, 2012, in Anchorage, Alaska, at beautiful Kincaid Park. Join in the fun at the colorful Alaska Ski for Women (ASFW) – North America’s largest women-only cross-country ski event. This is a partner event where women of all ages and abilities come out to Nordic ski approximately 2.4 miles (4K), many in colorful costumes, while raising funds for local non-profit organizations that help stop the cycle of domestic abuse against women and children.
This is not only a fun event, it’s also a FUNDRAISING event! Through the generous donations of ASFW participants, and the hard work of our all-volunteer staff, the race has been able to make an impact in the community by contributing over $1 million to groups that actively work to improve women’s lives. A special focus is ending the cycle of violence against women and their families and to help women in crisis find positive solutions to a healthier life. See our beneficiaries page for the list of current fund recipients. Please continue to give generously with the assurance that 100% of your donation is dedicated to improving the lives of women.
Download 2012 Information Sheet - Revised 1/30/12
Download 2012 Poster - pdf
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Participate in one of four events at the Alaska Ski for Women:
- Skate (or Freestyle) Race - timed
- Classic Race - timed
- Duathlon Combined 8k - timed
- Party Wave - not timed
For all events, please arrive early and car pool if possible. We are expecting 1500 skiers so the parking lots at Kincaid will fill up quickly. Shuttle service will be available from Kincaid School.
You can ski AND be home in time to watch the Super Bowl!
 Creatively costumed skiers will gather in the Kincaid stadium for our annual Alaska Ski for Women Costume Parade. Join the fun with your team or partner at 11 AM in the stadium.The Parade starts at 11:30. Participants will ski in a large oval around the stadium led by our parade Grand Marshall. The announcement of best team and best friends or relatives duo will be made shortly after 12:00. Prizes will be awarded as selected by the “official” costume judge for the following categories:
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 Friday, January 20th or 27th, 2012, 6:30 - 8 pm at Kincaid Stadium (Both skate and classic options offered) This lesson will be a quick tune up in preparation for the Ski for Women. Instructors will be women and will ski the actual trail while offering technique tips and terrain tactics. Double your fun and ski the trail twice! Cost: $25 NSAA members/$30 non-members |
The ASFW is designated one of the four Triple Patch women’s sporting events in Alaska. The Triple Patch program provides a classy, distinctive patch awarded to women and girls who complete three of the four designated sporting events in one calendar year. For more information, visit the Triple Patch Program web site at www.alaskansites.com/triplefinish. Participation in the Party Wave is counted towards the patch, but participants must insure that the tear-off portion of your bib is taken at the finish line.
