About the Sandia Nordic Ski Club
Dedicated to Advancing the Sport of Cross-Country Skiing
In the Greater Albuquerque Area
The Sandia Nordic Ski Club was founded in 2017 to promote and advance the sport of cross-country skiing in the greater Albuquerque area.
Sandia Nordic Ski Club is a 501(c)(3) non-profit and your donations are 100% tax deductible.
Please donate to help us to continue to provide quality groomed trails in the Sandias!
Sandia Nordic Ski Club’s Mission
- Promote the sport of cross country skiing including classic and skate skiing techniques to families and individuals of all ages and abilities.
- Provide the public with high quality instruction on the various styles of cross country skiing as well as ski trail safety and trail etiquette.
- Work in conjunction with the US Forest Service and volunteer organizations to construct, maintain and provide to the public access to groomed cross-country ski trails in the Sandia mountains of New Mexico.
- Promote and encourage education regarding cross country skiing and its associated health benefits.
- Purchase and maintain trail grooming equipment.
- Promote and support youth and adult cross-country skiing competitions and community events.
- Partner with the US Forest Service to help promote healthy forest management strategies and support environmental studies related to constructing and maintaining ski trails.
It’s a Family Affair
Sandia Nordic is open to skiers of all ages and abilities and we take pride in our diversity. Our aim is to introduce the sport to those who have never experienced the joy of cross-country skiing, and at the same time, to provide experienced skiers with an opportunity to improve their skills.
Providing Instruction On and Off the Snow
Sandia Nordic will offer the public multiple opportunities to attend clinics designed to enhance their cross-country skiing skills. These clinics will include instruction for all skill levels from beginner to expert and will be conducted by our highly qualified instructors. In addition to on-snow clinics, Sandia Nordic will be providing waxing clinics, seminars on the health benefits associated with cross-country skiing, and numerous other educational offerings.
Working to Improve the Quality of the Groomed Cross-Country Ski Trails
Sandia Nordic works closely with the US Forest Service to ensure that we are in compliance with all regulations related to maintenance of the current network of groomed trails. The trails, located between the Ellis and 10K parking areas, are easily accessible from Sandia Peak Ski Area’s upper tram terminal, or from either of the parking areas mentioned above. In 2021 Sandia Nordic received approval from USFS to make substantial improvements to the existing trail network and to add additional sections of trail within the coming years. The Club has also received close to $80,000 in NM Outdoor Recreation Department Trails+ Grant funding to help pay for these improvements. Trail work is ongoing and is expected to be completed by the end of the 2025 summer work season.
Promoting and Supporting Youth and Adult Cross-Country Skiing Competitions and Community Events
As mentioned previously, Sandia Nordic’s fundamental mission is to advance the sport of cross-country skiing – including skate and classic techniques – in the greater Albuquerque area. Additionally, we are committed to promoting the positive health benefits associated with the sport of Nordic skiing. As part of this mission, The Club plans on sponsoring skiing competitions for youth and adults. We also plan on hosting family-oriented community events to get the public engaged in our sport.
Documents
Albuquerque Journal Articles
- SNSC-ABQ-Journal-Article-Jan-17-2019
- SNSC-ABQ-Journal-Article-Nov-15-2018
- SNSC-ABQ-Journal-Article-Dec-10-2017
- SNSC-ABQ-Journal-Article-Oct-5-2017
Other
Meetings Minutes
All board meeting’s information can be found here.
Annual Newsletter
A Note From The President