Cross Country Ski Day

Monday, February 21st

Join the Sunflowers for a day of family fun cross country skiing on Mt Spokane. We will meet at the nordic center at 10 am. If you are new to xc skiing there is a great informational class being offered by REI on 1/20/11 (see below). Gear is also available for rent at REI with a discount to Sunflowers, additionally, Fitness Fanatics on Trent is a great place to rent or buy gear. Contact chrisbachman@comcast.net for details and a coupon. If need be and the numbers are great enough, we can arrange for lessons to be provided.

Please respond with interest to chrisbachman@comcast.net.

Snowshoe outing and Potluck dinner

Monday, January 17th.

Join the Sunflowers for an afternoon of snowshoeing on Mt Spokane. The day will be filled with fun. We will meet in the snowmobile parking lot on Mt Spokane, this is the parking area that you drive through to get to the nordic area. We will then hike into the Spokane Mountaineers Chalet to drop of items for the potluck that will follow. The Chalet is a great place to meet, get warm, socialize and a wonderful place for the kids to have time for free play in the snow. There is a great hill for sledding and lots and lots of snow for snowmen and snow-women.

Please reply to chrisbachman@comcast.net if you are interested in joining us.

Spokane REI — Cross-Country Skiing Basics

Adventure, Family, Winter

• Date: 1/20/2011
• Event Location: Spokane REI
• Event Fee: Free
• Time: 7:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. (PST)
• Leader: REI Specialist
• Group Size: 60

Description: Free your heels and your mind will follow!

Join REI for tips and information about getting into

cross-country skiing. We will discuss the fundamental

differences between backcountry, telemarking and

touring ski styles. In addition, we will cover proper

clothing and information on where and how to get

started in this fun winter activity. No experience

necessary!

This is a great opportunity for folks interested in

joining the Sunflowers for a day of xc skiing on

Mt Spokane, Monday February 21st. Check the

blog for details.

SNOWSHOE CLASS!

Are you new to the sport and interested in snowshoeing?

Spokane REI — Snowshoeing Basic

Adventure, Family, Kids, Winter

• Date: 1/13/2011
• Event Location: Spokane REI
• Event Fee: Free

• Time: 7:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. (PST)
• Leader: REI Specialist
• Group Size: 60

Description: Are you looking for a fun winter sport?

Join REI staff for a class on the basics of snowshoeing.

We will focus on selecting appropriate gear and

finding out where

to go snowshoeing

in your area.

If you've ever thought about getting into snowshoeing,

this is a great introduction to the sport!

This is a great intro for folks

interested in snowshoeing and

great preparation for the

the Sunflower's snowshoe

outing on Monday,

January 17th at Mt Spokane!