The Nordic News

Nordic Joy and Sunshine

December marks not only the fun and festive holiday season but also the season of giving. As a nonprofit, our ability to thrive and provide is largely dependent on the generosity of our community. We wouldn’t be who we are without you.

Colorado Gives Day is December 10th. This statewide celebration of community nonprofit work is a wonderful way to give back to CB Nordic. Any donation made through the Colorado Gives platform between now and December 10th is magnified by the $1 million incentive fund. That means your donation goes further in supporting the CB Nordic trails and programs you love.

Thank you for helping us share the joy of winter.

See you on the trails.

Trail Updates

Make the most of this sunshine.

We’re thrilled to have so many trails open the first weekend of December. The Gizzard Blizzard certainly produced. Now it’s time to soak up the groomed trails in all this beautiful sunshine.

We have trails groomed at each trailhead, including Ruthie’s Run on The Bench, the free trails at Town Ranch, and the dog-friendly trails on the West Side.

We’re busy packing out and prepping other trails. Keep an eye on the Trail Report and Nordic Pulse for the most up-to-date trail openings. The forecast is dry, but the skiing is great.

Keep doing your snow dances.

Community Wax Clinic

…and a hot box special.

Want to learn to wax your skis? CB Nordic Team Head Coach Gordon Gianniny will share the fine art of waxing nordic skis at the upcoming Community Wax Clinic.

Join us on Wednesday, December 11th at 5 p.m. in the Cat Barn.

No pre-registration is necessary; just come by and glean some waxing wisdom. A suggested donation of $20 per adult will go to the CB Nordic Team support fund.

We’re also running a hot box special through December 17th for only $35. Get your skis ready for the season with the right treatment.

Lesson and Tours

Book yours today!

There’s snow on the ground, which means we’re hosting lessons and tours. Join our PSIA-certified instructors to get your season started on the right ski.

Lessons will give you the skills and confidence to boldly venture out on your own and embrace the sport of cross-country skiing. All lessons are private and tailored to your goals and skill level.

Tours are the perfect way to experience our snowy backyard in a safe environment. Whether you’re looking to snowshoe or ski, all options are private and tailored to your goals, focusing on fun and adventure.

Gray Hares

Social ski outings all winter long.

The Gray Hare ski program will begin on Wednesday, December 11th. Skiers aged 50 and older are invited to meet at the Nordic Center at 10 a.m. for a recreational ski. Skiers of all abilities are welcome.

The Gray Hares will meet every Wednesday through mid-March for social ski sessions. Email Jane Banks - jane@murraybanks.com - to be added to the email list for updates and meeting locations.

Please remember that a season pass is required to ski on most CB Nordic trails. Ski rentals are available to reserve online or in person at the Nordic Center.

Yurt Trivia

Registration opens December 9th.

Yurt Trivia is back this year for the following 2025 dates:

• Wednesday, January 15th

• Wednesday, February 12th

• Wednesday, March 12th

Sign up for one night, or go for glory and do all three. Yurt Trivia reservations include pizza, veggies, one alcoholic drink, unlimited non-alcoholic drinks, and one ticket to prize giveaways. Beer and wine will be available for purchase in addition to your one free drink. Doors open at 6 p.m.

Registration opens on December 9th.

The Grand Traverse

Ski registration is sold out.

The 2025 Grand Traverse SKI sold out. If you didn’t get a spot, the waitlist will open on December 16th. There are still spots available in the comp division of the Gothic Mountain Tour happening on Saturday, February 22nd. Training starts today!

If you’re looking to race this summer, there are 84 spots left in the run, 37 spots left in the bike, and 57 spots left in the dual sport if you want to do both!

Happy skiing!

You Make All the Difference

Be Part of Our Community

As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, Crested Butte Nordic depends on your support to keep our trails world-class and our programs top-notch. Please consider making a gift to help us get more people outside, having life-changing experiences in the outdoors, all year long.

Interested in making a legacy gift to CB Nordic? Contact Executive Director Hedda Peterson, hedda@cbnordic.org, to learn more about how to make a gift that sustains CB Nordic so that future generations can experience the beauty and wonder of winter.