FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE, Edmonton, October 24:
❄ The early bird deep discount deadline is November 30th
❄ Spots remain in the Birkie Training group designed for skiers to achieve their Personal Best
Join the Canadian Birkebeiner Society this year as it celebrates its 40th anniversary. The first “Canadian Birkebeiner” was skied by a small group of intrepid cross country ski enthusiasts along the North Saskatchewan River from Devon to Edmonton, on a very cold February morning in 1985. Since then, the “Birkie” has relocated to the beautiful birch forests of the Beaver Hills Biosphere in the Cooking Lake-Blackfoot Provincial Recreation Area, just east of Edmonton. New this year, the 40th Anniversary Festival pass includes discounts, complimentary entry to Birkie Festival events, limited edition 40th Anniversary merchandise, and more, - available with Zone 4 online registration only while quantities last.
Viking Feast, Saturday, February 8, 2025
The annual post-Birkie Viking Feast, features post-ski socializing, ski-related door prizes, a hearty meal, beverages, and award presentations. It's the perfect way to celebrate crossing the Finish Line with friends old and new. Viking attire is encouraged and utensils are always optional. Location TBA.
Barnebirkie Family Ski, Sunday, February 9, Gold Bar Park
The Canadian Birkebeiner Society is proud to partner again this year with the Edmonton Silver Skate Festival to host the Barnebirkie Family Ski event. Kids and parents can cross-country ski from 500 metres, 1.5 kms, or 3 kms. This fun winter family event is where little Viking Birkie dreams begin!
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Digital logos, poster, video and photos are available upon request
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