Sunday, February 28, 1999 -- Timberline, Canaan Valley
Two Day Norpine Festival
[Coverage/Recap w/Pics]
[Results]
[More Pictures]
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Sue Haywood on her way to winning the Timberline Classic
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Despite some rain on Sunday, The Timberline Telemark Classic Series
Final; part of the two day
NORPINE
FESTIVAL, was a "downhill" success. (See more info on
Saturday's
Trick or
Tree Backcountry Race.) The snow was excellent for the race and
every skier was pumped up and ready to go down the slick course. Cory
Chase, a fifteen year old who has been in Telemark races since he was
eight, took first place in the youth category with the fifth overall best
time. Steve Kaufman, who is also an outstanding competitive kayaker,
took first place in the Expert Mens category and first place time
overall. Let's not forget Sue Haywood, four time Women's Mountain
Biking State Champ, who took first place in the Women's Expert
category. A good time was had by all and the display of good
sportsmanship was everywhere, from cheering on their opponents to pats
on the back with a smile. The Telemark skiers seem to have a rare
bond and it's not just on the slopes.
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The Traditional Nordic Costume Contest
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The festivities included a traditional Nordic Costume Contest where the
entrants dressed as "old time" Nordic skiers. They even had a parade down
Salamander Run, a beautiful, two mile winding stretch from the top of
the mountain. Lots of laughs were had by everyone, especially by the
skiers in the parade!
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Telemark skiing on Salamander run
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An amazing display of multi-sport athletes were in the race. But, you
don't have to be an all around athlete to learn Telemark skiing as I
had the privilege of finding out for myself. Thanks to my Telemark Ski
instructor Nancy Mammarella, I was enlightened to a whole new style of
skiing that I really enjoyed. Telemark is growing in popularity and if
you're ready for a new skiing challenge, then this could be the one for
you! For more information contact
Annie Snyder at the
Timberline Nordic Ski School at (304) 866-4801.
Traditional Nordic Costume Contest
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Vikings at play
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