Category: Recaps
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Training, Connecting, and Reflecting While Away From Home
I got to end my summer with a splash of sun in Wisconsin and Lake Placid, New York. I had accepted the invitation to attend the Elite Development Camp once again this year. This is a special experience getting to connect with other biathletes from across the country that share interest and dedication to this…
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Mount Marathon 2023
Mount Marathon in Seward, Alaska, is sometimes referred to as the toughest 5k on the planet. The race lived up to that title this year on July 4th 2023. Since summer has decided not to come to Alaska this year, it was no surprise when it poured rain on the night of the 3rd. The…
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Skiku Trip: Kobuk
If you have not heard of Skiku before, it’s worth checking out their website! Their program seeks out qualified volunteers from all over our country and in this state to travel and connect with people living in rural Alaska communities. The basic goal is to provide foundational coaching for cross country skiing and some biathlon…
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U.S. Biathlon Nationals 2023
I wanted to write something meaningful for the 2023 Biathlon Nationals in Casper, Wyoming. This was a big event! It was put together by so many hardworking and passionate people who are proud to host and care about the biathlon community! These races were also a huge and rewarding moment for me. I came home…
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Creating Awareness and promoting biathlon across Alaska
Alaska Village Initiatives (AVI) invited me as a guest to the 32nd annual Rural Small Business Conference last week. I learned new things, met great people, and made new connections. I was also invited to give a presentation. Alaska Village Initiatives is a non profit organization committed to improving the well being of rural Alaskan…
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Summer Recap
June and July are the months when most winter sport endurance athletes begin their training for the competitive season come November/December. Biathlon and cross-country skiing are no exception. Skiers are bulking up on technique perfection, strength, and endurance.
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Spring Recap
Exciting new experiences come with the start of a new training season. I jumped into a new year of training in May and strived to meet new challenges and obstacles with open arms!