Some photos from our race last weekend can be viewed here.
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Minnesota Cup #7 Postponed to 3/21
All those who registered for 3/15 have been automatically moved to the 3/21 event, but any new 3/21 entrants can register here.
From Bill:
Unfortunately, the weather is not cooperating with our plans! With a major snowstorm, ice storm, wind etc forecast for central and southern MN and up through Duluth, the race organizers realize travel will be difficult and perhaps unsafe for anyone not in the Mt Itasca area.
Accordingly, we are postponing the race until next Saturday, the 21st of March. Later this weekend, the Ski Reg site will be revised and reopened for more registrations. Anyone who signed up for tomorrow and paid online, but who can’t make it next Saturday will be offered a refund by MN Biathlon.
The weather forecast for the Mt Itasca area seems to be in flux, but there is adequate machine-made snow to achieve a good race course even if some of the recent natural snow starts to diminish.
Enjoy the Journey–it can get a bit devious at times!!
Minnesota Cup 5/6 – Duluth
Come enjoy the recent snowfall at Snowflake Nordic on Saturday, February 28th and Sunday, March 1st.
Find the details, sign-up, and pay online: https://www.skireg.com/snowflake-biathlon-race
Minnesota Biathletes in the News
CCX Media recently published a feature on Luci Anderson and her current Olympic adventure. Also featured is Emma Stertz and a handful of other familiar characters in the B-roll footage.
Minnesota Summer Biathlon Festival – August 16th Training
Saturday, August 16th, 2025
9:00 – Check-in at the biathlon range.
9:00-9:15 – Introductions and safety
9:15-10:30 – Ski technique drills and analysis
10:30-12:00 – Combos and super sprint race prep.
12:00-1:00 – Lunch! Some provided, bring some of your own as well.
1:00-2:00 – Shooting games & super sprint race prep.
2:00-3:30 – Classic ski technique.Training fee $30
$10 for each additional biathlete from the same household.
Ammo available for $50/500 rounds.
Payable by cash or check on the day of the event.
US Biathlon Basic Rifle Safety Course REQUIRED
WHAT TO BRING
• Camp payment.
• Rifle, Ammunition.
• Rollerskis, boots, poles, helmet, optional classic ski equipment for afternoon.
• Running shoes and workout clothing appropriate for the weather.
• Hydration/snacks.
• Some classic rollerskis available for use at the camp.It takes many volunteers to put on our events. Please sign up to volunteer here.
Questions? Concerns? Contact administration@minnesotabiathlon.comminnesotabiathlon.com
2025 Spring/Summer/Fall Schedule
Below is the current schedule through the end of 2025. All events are subject to change – especially the on-snow events – due to a variety of factors.
| April 12th | Training Camp | Elk River |
| May 4th | Training Camp | Elk River |
| June 19th-22nd | Training Camp | Mt. Itasca |
| June 29th | Rollerski Race #1 | Elk River |
| July 12th | Rollerski Race #2 | Elk River |
| July 15th-18th | Ariens Nordic Center High-Performance Training Camp | Brillion, WI |
| July 19th-20th | Midwest Regional Summer Championships | Brillion, WI |
| August 16th | Training Camp | Elk River |
| August 17th | Rollerski Race #3 | Elk River |
| September 6th | Rollerski Race #4 | Elk River |
| September 7th | Training Camp | Elk River |
| September 13th | Duluth NorthShore Inline Marathon Rollerski Race with Duluth Biathlon | Duluth |
| September 14th | Duluth Training & Running Event | Snowflake Nordic |
| October 12th | Rollerski Race #5 | Elk River |
| November 30th | On-snow race | Mt. Itasca |
| December 6th-7th | On-snow races | Mt. Itasca |