Last winter, six to 10 year olds throughout the River Valley enjoyed cross-country ski lessons at Black Mountain Ski Resort. The Chisholm Ski Club Youth Cross-Country Program was started in collaboration with the L.L. Bean Healthy Hometowns managed by the Maine Winter Sports Center.

The planning committee for this program incorporated local skiers, including members of the Chisholm Ski Club, the Maine Winter Sports Center, and Black Mountain Ski Resort. The program features fun, activity-based lessons throughout January and February.

According to Roger Arsenault, Black Mountain Ski Resort board chairperson, “This program will create an opportunity for young children in the River Valley to learn a lifetime sport with skilled, caring coaches.

“We’re looking for more volunteer coaches. If you love cross-country skiing and enjoy kids, please consider joining our friendly group,” said Arsenault. “We’ll have a training session for coaches before the program begins. Skiers from all ability levels will be welcome to assist with this program.”

More information on the Chisholm Ski Club Youth Cross-Country Program will be available through the websites of Black Mountain Ski Resort (www.skiblackmountain.org) and the Chisholm Ski Club (www.chisholmskiclub.org). Flyers will be distributed in local elementary schools and a Facebook site will be launched.

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