We See SNOW!

Saturday, November 17th the Bates Nordic team headed to Craftsbury, VT in search for snow.

Andrea navigates through Vermont territory

Upon arrival at the Craftsbury Outdoor Center, the Bates Nordic team strapped on their skis and ventured out on the 750 meter loop of man-made snow.

Da loop (courtesy of our very own Margaret Pope)

Sean Woods whips around the course

Sunday, November 18th the team was back out on the tracks for an early morning classic overdistance. After a scrumptious lunch, the team hit the trails yet again to work on technique, get the balance back, and enjoy the snow crystals. Following the second ski of the day, the team decided to mix it up with a run through the woods at the outdoor center.

Andrea and Margaret stride up the hill

And runnin' runnin'

Monday, November 19th was another full day of skiing! Classic in the morning and skate in the afternoon. Sleep, eat, ski, eat, sleep, ski, eat, eat, eat, sleep, sleep sleep. And repeat. 

Lauren, Andrea, and Sam enjoy the sunshine! 

SO HAPPY

Tuesday, November 20th the boys headed out early to the trails while the girls got their beauty rest. The freshman girls made banana pancakes for Kaelyn's (Becky's eldest daughter) 15th birthday. Happy birthday Kaelyn!!!!!!!!

Get it Filly

Table set for bfastttt

After the afternoon ski for the girls, the whole team headed to Stowe, VT to eat pizza with the UVM ski team. Friends were made, good times were had.

Wednesday, November 21st started off with a good round of early morning intervals. The afternoon was off, and much-needed naps were taken. Chili for dinner and s'mores by the bonfire-thank you Chefs Pete, Jordan, and Seany!

Pete focuses on solid classic technique

J pushes over the top

Thursday, November 22nd, HAPPY THANKSGIVING!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Turkey Day started off with a run in the woods on the beautiful Craftsbury Nordic trails. Now its cookin' time-see ya on the flipside!

Yours truly, 

Margaret & Gracie

My family-I love you! I am so thankful for all of you! Happy holiday, I will miss those heavily mashed dado!-Marg

Happy birthday mom!! Can't wait to see you guys tomorrow, have a grrreat Thanksgiving!! xoxo Grace