Ironwood, MI and surrounding area
Welcome to Team Gogebic's web site!
If you are new to our site, check out each section to learn more about our club.

For more information, or to submit a story or photo for publication, e-mail us at
jpowers906@charter.net
or call Ken at 847-302-6934.

School's Out for Summer!!!!
"Lily wrote this piece for a school writing project this spring. I thought you might enjoy her enthusiasm for what being on the team has taught her so far!." Susanne
Read Lily's school report in Team News

What are Your Plans??



Summer Schedule

Dryland Training
Thursdays, 4:00, Wolverine Trails

Wear running shoes and bring water. Sessions will involve
trail running and hill bounding with poles, core strength exercises, and plyometrics. We may add a second day as the season progresses.

Roller Skiing: Those interested in roller skiing on other days should contact Ken. 847-302-6934

Ray and Paulette Neimi are working out with CAT skis. They said if there is enough interest, the company will do a CAT ski clinic in Ironwood. Anyone interested in trying out CAT skis contact Ken.


Trail Work
June 20th, 8:00 - 12:00, Wolverine Ski Trails

Off Season Training

We hope you have enjoyed your spring rest and are ready for summer. It's no secret that a good ski season depends on aerobic and strength training in the summer. With our idyllic summer weather the "no excuses" part of our motto applies: hiking, mountain biking, road biking, running, roller skiing, swimming, weight training, jumping rope, triathlons, kayaking, canoeing, rock climbing, there are innumerable avenues for getting fitter all summer! Great fresh foods abound this time of year. Eat well for health and energy. As always, sleep well and drink plenty of water too.



THANK YOU TO OUR 2009 DONORS

American Birkebeiner Foundation Skier Development Grant - $1000

Kimball Inn - $313 (proceeds from Taste of the Trails)

Iron Co. Development Grant - $250 youth racer scholarship from proceeds of Stormy Kromer Pursuit

Brian Kearney - $50

Super-One Foods - $25 for fund raiser

Wal-Mart - $25 for fund raiser

Pastry Kitchen - brat buns for fund raiser

Rigoni's Bakery - brownies for fund raiser

2009 Financial Report
submitted by Jackie Powers, treasurer

Inflows   
Donations - Unrestricted    $366
Equipment Rentals    $185
Fund Raisers    $318
Grants    $1,250
Memberships    $1,365
Team Apparel Sold    $1,465
Total Inflows    $4,949
   
Outflows   
Equipment Purchases    $500
Team Apparel    $3,323
Web site    $64
Total Outflows    $3,887
   
Carry-over from 2008  $22  
Bank Acct Balance    $1069

Coaches' Corner

Will Andresen Named
Coach for
New GCC Ski Team

Gogebic Community College is starting a new men's and women's Nordic ski team for the 2009-2010 season! The new ski team will compete in collegiate and citizen races and will offer an affordable way for young skiers to compete at the collegiate level.

Will Helped out as an assistant TG coach this season, and we look forward to combining forces with his new college team next season.

Go to
www.gogebic.cc.mi.us/athletics/nordic.shtm for more info on Will and the new x-c ski team.

"Those who think they can do some mountain biking in the fall and be ready for ski season are sorely mistaken. To get full use of your aerobic capacity you must train yourself throughout the summer season."
Bjorn Dahli


Living Legends Meet
Here is a picture of Will Andresen's dad, who is one of the Birkie founders, with Bjorn Dahli, "living legend and greatest cross country skier of all time." Much of our coaching philosophy comes from the wisdom these two have handed down, our opportunities made possible by their pioneering work. There is a saying that comes to mind, "Remember where you come from." As we go forward, we respect those who paved the way and at the same time remain aware that we too are paving the way for the next generation.
Jackie


Bulletin Board

Team Apparel

Hats: $10 members/$20 non-members
Jackets $62 (members only)
Race Suits $100 (members only)
Half price for youth members.
Sizes XS, S, M, XL
See Jackie.


2009 Membership Count: 58
35 Adults, ages 23 - 69, 20 men, 15 women
23 Youth, ages 6 - 24, 10 boys, 13 girls
10 Families, 7 Dads, 8 Moms
Click on Joining the Team for more on this year's membership perks.

Team Gogebic: All ages, all abilities, all weather.
No excuses.
                                                                                                           
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