Venue:
Highland 9 Golf Course - St Paul
Greyed out options are no longer available.
Details:
| Registration: | Coming Soon |
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| Meets: | Sunday 01:00 PM - 02:30 PM |
| Starts: | Jan. 5, 2025 |
| Dates: | Jan 5, Jan 12, Jan 19, Jan 26, Feb 2, Feb 9, Feb 16, Feb 23 |
| Classic Rentals: | Club Rentals Classic - online - $60.00 |
| Skate Rentals: | Club Rentals Skate - online - $110.00 |
| Membership: | $50.00 |
| Ski Pass Required: | St. Paul Natural Snow Ski Pass for skiers 13 and over |
| Leader: | Kate Smith |
| Email: | highland9@myxc.org |
| Skill Levels Offered: | Level 1-6 Classic and Skate |
| Land Acknowledgement: | St. Paul stands on the ancestral, traditional, and contemporary Dakóta homelands. In our pursuit of joy on these trails at Highland 9 Golf Course, we honor the Dakota peoples, the original caretakers of this land. We are thankful for their legacy and commitment to the environment. |
| Backup Plan: | Battle Creek Regional Park - Timing TBD |
Welcome to the Highland 9 - Sunday Afternoon SkiSparks Club!
We’re so excited to have you and your family join us for the 2024-2025 season. Whether you’re returning or brand new, we’re ready for another fun-filled year of skiing and adventure at Highland 9!
2/16/25 Club News:
We are meeting for a shortened 45-minute ski session at Highland 9 at 1:00 p.m.. Please dress warmly and bring extra layers, hand/foot warmers, and skin protection for the cold temperatures and wind chill.
As always, parents should make the best choice for their skier’s comfort. See you on the snow! ❄️
Key Information:
- First Meeting: Sunday, January 5, 2024, from 1:00 – 2:30 PM (1:00-2:00 PM for Level 1)
- Location: Highland 9 Golf Course (corner of Montreal & Hamline)
- Schedule: We’ll meet every Sunday for 8 weeks
Key Registration Dates:
- October 2, 2024 - Leadership Team Registration Opens (club leader, director, equipment manager, outreach coordinator)
- October 9-20, 2024 - Primary On Snow Volunteers Registration (coaches, assistant coaches, level 4-6 sweepers)
- October 21-23, 2024 - Other Volunteer Registration (level 2-3 sweepers, photographer, chalet/snack coordinator)
- October 24, 2024 - Registration Opens to the Public
More information on registration can be found here. Many clubs (including ours!) fill up incredibly quickly. We recommend finding a way to volunteer in order to have a better chance of registering your skiers.
We’re a volunteer-led program, and our success depends on you! There are so many ways to help out – from coaching to assisting on the trails. No matter your skill level, there’s a role for you. Find volunteer details here and please consider lending a hand to make this year great for all our kids!
Volunteering Opportunities
We rely on the amazing support of our families! By signing up for the club, you’re committing to volunteering in some way – and we’d love for you to find a role that excites you. Volunteer registration is NOW OPEN for the 2024-2025 season!
Here are a few ways to get involved:
- Coaching: No experience? No problem! We provide easy-to-follow lessons, and being a coach is one of the most rewarding ways to contribute.
- Junior Coaches: High school skiers, we need you! You’re full of energy, and our kids love learning from you.
- Assistant Coaches & Subs: Not quite ready to lead? You can assist or step in when a coach is unavailable.
Biggest Volunteer Needs this Season:
- Level 4, 5 and 6 Coaches and Assistant Coaches
- Junior Coaches for All Levels
Interested in volunteering? Have a question? Email us at highland9@myxc.org – we’d love to have you on board!
Weather & Cancellation Policy
If we need to cancel due to weather, we’ll update this webpage and send an email to all families. Keep an eye out for updates!
Ski Equipment
Need gear? We’ve got you covered! For just $60 for the entire season, we offer classic no-wax skis that you can take home and use throughout the week. However, rental gear is limited, so register early to secure a set! Children skiing in Level 5 or above should have their own skate skis.
SAVE THE DATE! On November, 16, 2024, MyXC will host its annual Ski Swap at Northern Star Council Basecamp, providing skiers of all sizes and ages the opportunity to sell outgrown and little used ski equipment and clothing, while finding some of the best deals around on new and used ski equipment.
Skill Levels & Registration
Not sure where to start? Here’s a quick guide to help you place your child in the right level:
- Classic Ski Lessons:
- Level 1: Ages 4-7 (IMPORTANT: A grownup is required to ski or walk with kids on the snow)
- Level 2: Ages 6-8
- Level 3: Ages 7-10
- Level 4: Ages 8-12
- Skate Ski Lessons:
- Level 5: Ages 9-13 (requires skate skis)
- Level 6: Ages 11-14 (requires skate skis)
Returning families should use last season’s performance to help determine the appropriate level. Coaches will assess kids on the first day. You can find more information about skill levels here. Have questions? Feel free to email us at highland9@myxc.org.
Stay Connected
We’ll keep you updated via email, so make sure you register with a valid address. Don’t forget to follow MYSL on Facebook for photos, updates, and more! Have any questions? You can always reach out to us at highland9@myxc.org.