Brainerd Nordic Ski Club works to promote Nordic skiing in the Brainerd Area. The BNSC maintains and grooms three trail systems in the Brainerd Area and supports the Brainerd Chapter of the Minnesota Youth Ski League for skiers between 4-14 years of age.
Join or Renew Online or by Mail In Form
The club would like to thank the North Star Ski Touring Club for their generous sponsoring grant towards our new grooming snowmobile. Your support of the Brainerd Nordic Ski Club is appreciated!
UPCOMING EVENTS
Brainerd Nordic Ski Club's Annual SKI SWAP
Join us for the Ski Swap this Saturday November 4, 2023 at Brainerd High School.
Please enter through the NORTH Doors of the High School. The Swap will be held in the Cafeteria.
Watch for signs directing you to the Ski Swap!
New and used equipment for sale from area shops, families, and individuals for Nordic, Cross-Country, Downhill, Snowshoe, Hockey, and Figure Skating.
When: Saturday November 4, 2023
Where: Brainerd High School Cafeteria
Sale Hours: 9:00am-12:00pm
Equipment Registration: 7:30am-9:00am
Pick up unsold items: 12:00pm-1:00pm
Registration table for club memberships, Youth Ski League, and the Lumberjack Jaunt.
All Sales Final. 15% of sales to BNSC (10% for club members).
BNSC is not responsible for lost or stolen merchandise. Unclaimed items will become property of BNSC.
The Lumberjack Jaunt will be on Saturday January 27, 2024!
Watch the website for more details, we will post them as soon as we can!
Past Events
Light up the Trails
The BNSC Light up the Trails fundraiser was a success! Our goal was $15,000, we came up a little short, but the new lights are installed and ready for winter!!!
Annual Meeting
The Brainerd Nordic Ski Club Annual Meeting is on Sunday April 30, 2023.
Please RSVP to Joe Harrington, joe@campfoley.com, before April 20th if you are able to make it.
The event will take place at the Stadem’s house from 2:00 to 5:00pm (the address will be sent out later). A meal of Swedish Meatballs will be catered by Chef Mike, and the cost is $22 per person. Please bring your own beverage (water and lemonade will also be available). Pay when you arrive with cash or check.
There will be a short meeting, presentation by one of our young members on her experience at the Junior National Championships in Fairbanks, AK, and plenty of time to visit and share stories.
Hope to see you all there!
49th Annual Lumberjack Jaunt 2023_results.pdf
Saturday January 28, 2023 at the Northland Arboretum Brainerd, Minnesota
In its 49th year, the Lumberjack Jaunt will be held on Saturday January 28, 2023 at the Brainerd Northland Arboretum.
Registration link: https://lumberjackjaunt.itsyourrace.com/event.aspx?id=4822
Registration Details
❄ Register by January 2nd for discounted entry fee.
❄ Reduced registration fee for skiers 18 and under.
Race Details
❄ Classic Distances - 6 km and 16 km
❄ Skate Distances - 6 km and 16 km
❄ Free Kids Race - ages 4 to 12 - 1 km and 2 km
❄ Lunch provided after the race, included with registration fee
❄ Terrific prizes for race winners and valuable door prizes for race participants!
Schedule
9:00 AM - Registration & Bib Pick Up.
11:00 AM - Free kids race for ages 4 to 12
12:00 PM - Racing starts with the classic races followed by the freestyle races at 12:10 PM
❄ Awards and Meal (free with entry) to follow the completion of the races.
Free Kids Race
Free kids race with age appropriate distances up to 2 km (ages 4 to 12). The Lumberjack Jaunt is a family oriented ski race. We encourage skiers of all abilities to come out and ski and enjoy the trails at the Northland Arboretum.
In its 49th year, the 2023 Brainerd Nordic Ski Club’s Lumberjack Jaunt will be back in person. Ski distances of 6 or 16 km, skate or classic techniques. Free short races for kids 12 and under.
Register by January 2nd for discounted entry fee.
Reduced registration fee for skiers 18 and under.
Early entry $25 ($15 18 and under) through January 2
$30 ($20 18 and under) through January 19
Race Day $35 ($25 18 and under).
lumberjackjaunt@gmail.com
Lumberjack Jaunt long sleeve shirts can be ordered here!
Only $5!
Place your order by January 15, and your shirt will be ready to pick up at the race!
Join or Renew Online or by Mail In Form
The club would like to thank the North Star Ski Touring Club for their generous sponsoring grant towards our new grooming snowmobile. Your support of the Brainerd Nordic Ski Club is appreciated!
UPCOMING EVENTS
Brainerd Nordic Ski Club's Annual SKI SWAP
Join us for the Ski Swap this Saturday November 4, 2023 at Brainerd High School.
Please enter through the NORTH Doors of the High School. The Swap will be held in the Cafeteria.
Watch for signs directing you to the Ski Swap!
New and used equipment for sale from area shops, families, and individuals for Nordic, Cross-Country, Downhill, Snowshoe, Hockey, and Figure Skating.
When: Saturday November 4, 2023
Where: Brainerd High School Cafeteria
Sale Hours: 9:00am-12:00pm
Equipment Registration: 7:30am-9:00am
Pick up unsold items: 12:00pm-1:00pm
Registration table for club memberships, Youth Ski League, and the Lumberjack Jaunt.
All Sales Final. 15% of sales to BNSC (10% for club members).
BNSC is not responsible for lost or stolen merchandise. Unclaimed items will become property of BNSC.
The Lumberjack Jaunt will be on Saturday January 27, 2024!
Watch the website for more details, we will post them as soon as we can!
Past Events
Light up the Trails
The BNSC Light up the Trails fundraiser was a success! Our goal was $15,000, we came up a little short, but the new lights are installed and ready for winter!!!
Annual Meeting
The Brainerd Nordic Ski Club Annual Meeting is on Sunday April 30, 2023.
Please RSVP to Joe Harrington, joe@campfoley.com, before April 20th if you are able to make it.
The event will take place at the Stadem’s house from 2:00 to 5:00pm (the address will be sent out later). A meal of Swedish Meatballs will be catered by Chef Mike, and the cost is $22 per person. Please bring your own beverage (water and lemonade will also be available). Pay when you arrive with cash or check.
There will be a short meeting, presentation by one of our young members on her experience at the Junior National Championships in Fairbanks, AK, and plenty of time to visit and share stories.
Hope to see you all there!
49th Annual Lumberjack Jaunt 2023_results.pdf
Saturday January 28, 2023 at the Northland Arboretum Brainerd, Minnesota
In its 49th year, the Lumberjack Jaunt will be held on Saturday January 28, 2023 at the Brainerd Northland Arboretum.
Registration link: https://lumberjackjaunt.itsyourrace.com/event.aspx?id=4822
Registration Details
❄ Register by January 2nd for discounted entry fee.
❄ Reduced registration fee for skiers 18 and under.
Race Details
❄ Classic Distances - 6 km and 16 km
❄ Skate Distances - 6 km and 16 km
❄ Free Kids Race - ages 4 to 12 - 1 km and 2 km
❄ Lunch provided after the race, included with registration fee
❄ Terrific prizes for race winners and valuable door prizes for race participants!
Schedule
9:00 AM - Registration & Bib Pick Up.
11:00 AM - Free kids race for ages 4 to 12
12:00 PM - Racing starts with the classic races followed by the freestyle races at 12:10 PM
❄ Awards and Meal (free with entry) to follow the completion of the races.
Free Kids Race
Free kids race with age appropriate distances up to 2 km (ages 4 to 12). The Lumberjack Jaunt is a family oriented ski race. We encourage skiers of all abilities to come out and ski and enjoy the trails at the Northland Arboretum.
In its 49th year, the 2023 Brainerd Nordic Ski Club’s Lumberjack Jaunt will be back in person. Ski distances of 6 or 16 km, skate or classic techniques. Free short races for kids 12 and under.
Register by January 2nd for discounted entry fee.
Reduced registration fee for skiers 18 and under.
Early entry $25 ($15 18 and under) through January 2
$30 ($20 18 and under) through January 19
Race Day $35 ($25 18 and under).
lumberjackjaunt@gmail.com
Lumberjack Jaunt long sleeve shirts can be ordered here!
Only $5!
Place your order by January 15, and your shirt will be ready to pick up at the race!
Past Event Photo's
Annual Lumberjack Jaunt Ski Race
(photo credit: Kelly Humphrey and the Brainerd Dispatch)
Annual Lumberjack Jaunt Ski Race
(photo credit: Kelly Humphrey and the Brainerd Dispatch)
Annual Brainerd Lakes Area Ski Swap Held At Forestview Middle School
Minnesota Youth Ski League - Ski Lessons