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Duluth Cross-Country Ski Club

Promoting Health, Fun, and Fitness Through Cross-Country Skiing
2024-25 Membership is open! Become a member through the link below.
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ABOUT US

Since 2004, the Duluth Cross-Country Ski Club (DXC) promotes healthy lifestyles, fitness, and fun through cross-country skiing by providing programs, informational resources, and special events to the community.

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PROGRAMS

From skill development to trail maintenance and clean-up days, there is something for everyone!

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Learn about our fall and winter youth and adult programming and how you can get involved.

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UPCOMING EVENTS

DXC invites you to join us at one of our many exciting events. From outdoor adventures, to socials, to ski races, there is something for everyone! 

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Upcoming Programs & Events

DXC invites you to join us at one of our many exciting events. From outdoor adventures, to socials and ski races, there is something for everyone! 
DXC CANDLE LIGHT SKI AND SOCIAL

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Join DXC, the Duluth Area Outdoor Alliance, and several other partners and vendors for a fun evening under the stars and illuminated by candles at the Lester Park Ski Trails.

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BANFF MOUNTAIN FILM FESTIVAL WORLD TOUR

January 10th & 11th, 2025

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The Banff Mountain Film Festival World Tour returns to Duluth in January at the DECC Symphony Hall. This stop on the World Tour is hosted by the Duluth Cross Country Ski Club and proceeds benefit local community ski projects.

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ADULT WINTER LESSONS

Starting in January

 

DXC is excited to again provide Winter Adult Ski Lessons for both beginner and intermediate cross country skiers. These sessions will take place weekly on either Tuesdays or Thursdays.

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DXC SKISPARKS

Starting in January, 2025

Registration open

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DXC SkiSparks mission is to inspire a love of cross-country skiing to keep our children healthy and active.

 

Open to children age 4 to 14, meetings are held Sunday afternoons January to February at Spirit Mountain Nordic Center. 

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WEDNESDAY NIGHT SKI RACE SERIES

Wednesdays @ 6:30 p.m.

all season long

 

Back for another season, these races are open to both the beginner skier and seasoned racer. Racing will begin as soon as we have snow, and continue each Wednesday until we're tired, dependent on snow conditions.

Get Out and Ski!

The Duluth area is home to miles of world class cross-country skiing. There are dozens of trails for you to explore, as well as resources and opportunities for you to enjoy all winter has to offer.

Below are some links to help you get out of the house and onto some skis.
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​LOCAL TRAILS

Within the City of Duluth limits there are a total of 55 miles (88k) of Cross-Country Ski Trails!

In addition to the City of Duluth ski system, there are dozens of miles of trails throughout the region including Cloquet, Carlton, Superior, Two Harbors and beyond.

Check out our growing list of Nordic Ski Trails in/near Duluth.

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SKI PASSES

Your ski pass fees directly supports Minnesota's cross-country ski trail system. All City of Duluth Trails and Minnesota State Parks require a Great Minnesota Ski Pass, other privately owned trails require their own passes. Click the link below to make sure you have the appropriate passes.

 

Thank you for supporting ongoing trail maintenance, grooming, and growth of Nordic Skiing in Minnesota!

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DXC PASSPORT CHALLENGE

Did you know Duluth has 20 magnificent ski trail systems within an hour of our home?

 

The DXC Passport encourages you to explore the wealth of trail options in and around Duluth this winter, and earn chances to win while doing it.

 

Passport map and rules are posted via the button link below.
 

Support DXC

DXC is working to groom a course for the future of Nordic Skiing in Duluth – we want to help make sure the ski experience is as healthy and positive as it can be, for beginners and long-time skiers, for visitors and locals alike. There are many ways to support our work!
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BECOME A MEMBER

Your membership makes it possible for DXC to continue its efforts in advocacy, trail operations, and events/programming for skiers of all ages and skill levels. 

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DONATE

DXC is a non-profit organization. Your contribution allows us to continue to improve access, quality, and sustainability of skiing infrastructure and programming in Duluth. Contributions of all sizes will help us achieve that goal.

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VOLUNTEER

DXC offers many ways to join the ski communty. Attend an event, particiapte in a program or help maintain the trails. We look forward to seeing you in the woods! 

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Merchandise

DXC Merchandise in three ways:

Made to order on demand. You choose, you pay, delivered to your door.

Custom-made race apparel, store open twice a year. You order, pay and delivered to your door. Usually in 7-8 weeks.

Original one-off productions. Custom and bulk orders and sold or delivered at events

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