- Woodland Trails Park, Elk River
- Saturday, July 12, 2025
- REGISTER HERE
- Simulated Pursuit format rapid interval start roller ski biathlon race.
- Men-9.3 km, Women-8.2 km
Alternate distances/shooting available for younger (U15)/beginners. - 9:15 – Check-in at the biathlon range.
10:00 – Zero.
11:00 – Race start
12:00 – Awards.
Range open for training until around 2 pm - Race fee $10. Payable by cash or check on the day of the event.
- US Biathlon Basic Rifle Safety Course REQUIRED
- It takes many volunteers to put on our events. Please sign up to volunteer here.
Questions? Concerns? Contact administration@minnesotabiathlon.com
Author Archives: Brian Wray
Elk River Summer Race #1: Results
8.6km
| Overall | Category Place | Category | Racer | Start | Finish | Overall Time | Back | P | S | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 | U17M | Caleb Gilbertson | 4:00 | 32:31 | 28:31 | +0:00 | 4 | 3 | 7 |
| 2 | 1 | YM | Sergei Viskovatykh | 4:30 | 33:151 | 28:451 | +0:14 | 4 | 5 | 9 |
| 3 | 1 | JM | Elliott Oberton | 1:00 | 30:22 | 29:22 | +0:51 | 1 | 1 | 2 |
| 4 | 2 | JM | Paavo Rova | 3:00 | 33:36 | 30:36 | +2:05 | 3 | 1 | 4 |
| 5 | 2 | U17M | Moses Schollett | 2:00 | 33:40 | 31:40 | +3:09 | 5 | 3 | 8 |
| 6 | 3 | U17M | Mason Ellingson | 2:30 | 34:25 | 31:55 | +3:24 | 5 | 0 | 5 |
| 7 | 2 | YM | Nick Sprang | 5:30 | 40:071 | 34:371 | +6:06 | 3 | 5 | 8 |
| 8 | 1 | MM | Nick Swanson | 5:00 | 41:44 | 36:44 | +8:13 | 4 | 3 | 7 |
| 9 | 1 | SM | Travis Walbon | 1:30 | 42:45 | 41:15 | +12:44 | 4 | 2 | 6 |
| 10 | 4 | U17M | Adam Peterson | 3:30 | 47:21 | 43:51 | +15:20 | 5 | 2 | 7 |
1Includes a 30-second penalty for skipping the range loop on the first ski lap.
6.6km
| Overall | Category Place | Category | Racer | Start | Finish | Overall Time | Back | P | S | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 | U15M | Carson Gilbertson | 10:30 | 34:09 | 23:39 | +0:00 | 2 | 3 | 5 |
| 2 | 1 | YW | Sophia Jedlewska | 10:00 | 36:18 | 26:18 | +2:39 | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| 3 | 2 | YW | Irina Viskovatykh | 11:00 | 38:08 | 27:08 | +3:29 | 3 | 1 | 4 |
| 4 | 3 | YW | Tuuli Rova | 9:00 | 36:33 | 27:33 | +3:54 | 3 | 3 | 6 |
| 5 | 4 | YW | Selah Binsfeld | 9:30 | 37:32 | 28:02 | +4:23 | 2 | 4 | 6 |
| 6 | 2 | U15M | Elliot Miner | 7:00 | 35:56 | 28:56 | +5:17 | 5 | 2 | 7 |
| 7 | 5 | YW | Mallory Romenesko | 6:30 | 35:38 | 29:08 | +5:29 | 3 | 2 | 5 |
| 8 | 1 | MW | Alissa Johnson | 8:30 | 38:11 | 29:41 | +6:02 | 4 | 4 | 8 |
| 9 | 3 | U15M | Patrick Lammersen | 6:00 | 41:11 | 35:11 | +11:32 | 3 | 4 | 7 |
| 10 | 2 | MW | Danielle Miner | 7:30 | 44:36 | 37:06 | +13:27 | 3 | 3 | 6 |
3km
| Overall | Category Place | Category | Racer | Start | Finish | Overall Time | Back | P | P-on-S | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 | U15W | Addie Ellingson | 8:00 | 32:38 | 24:38 | +0:00 | 5 | 1 | 6 |
Elk River Summer Race #1: June 29th
- Sunday, June 29, 2025
- Woodland Trails Regional Park
- REGISTER HERE
- Sprint format interval start roller ski biathlon race.
Men-8.6 km, Women-6.6 km, P-S shooting.
Alternate shooting/distances available for younger/beginners. - 9:15 – Check-in at the biathlon range.
10:00 – Zero.
11:00 – Race start
12:00 – Awards.
Range open for training until around 2 pm - Race fee $10. Payable by cash or check on the day of the event.
- US Biathlon Basic Rifle Safety Course REQUIRED
- It takes many volunteers to put on our events. Please sign up to volunteer here.
- Questions? Concerns? Contact administration@minnesotabiathlon.com
Mt. Itasca June Camp – June 19th – 22nd
See attached for the official flyer for our June training camp at Mt. Itasca in Coleraine.
May the 4th Training
Elk River – Sunday, May 4, 2025
| May the 4th be with you training for newcomers and experienced athletes to use the power of the Force to accurately shoot targets after energetic skiing. Schedule 9:00 – Check-in at the biathlon range. 9:00-9:30 – Introductions and safety. 9:30-11:00 – Shooting accuracy and range procedures. 11:00-12:30 – Ski technique drills and analysis. 12:30-1:15 – Lunch! Some snacks provided, bring some of your own as well. 1:15-2:45 – Third training block. 2:45-3:30 – Shooting games. |
| Training fee $30 + club membership $10 for each additional biathlete from the same household. Ammo available for newcomers for $40. Payable by cash or check on the day of the event. |
| Have you bought your 2025 Membership yet?Membership form here. |
| WHAT TO BRING • Membership form and payment if needed. • Rifle, Ammunition. • Rollerskis, boots, poles, helmet. • Running shoes and workout clothing appropriate for the weather. • Hydration/snacks. |
| It takes many volunteers to put on our events. Please sign up to volunteer here. |
| Questions? Concerns? Contact administration@minnesotabiathlon.com minnesotabiathlon.com |
April Camp Recap
A Minnesota Biathlon training day was held at the Elk River range on April 12.
Fifteen athletes and several coaches worked with the athletes on rifle fit, shooting position, and basic skills. Participants ranged from some with international racing experience to the first time biathlon shooting.
The next training day will be May 4th. Registration and information coming soon!
