Pennsylvania Cross Country Skiers Association

On June 8 volunteers will be replacing the roof on the warming hut, thanks to a grant from REI, amongst many other smaller tasks.  New volunteers are always welcome!  More details here

Many PACCSA members are taking part in fund-raising long-distance bicycle rides this summer - Jason Zimmerman, team MAMILS, team Maggie's Marauders... - see the full article (click on the title) for more information.

Cycling during the off-season?   Here's a fun way to log your miles, see how your friends/rivals are doing and win free beer - the National Bike Challenge.  It started on May 1st but you have until the end of the month to log your miles for earlier dates in May.  Want to form a PACCSA team?  Let me know.

Laurel Mountain Volunteer Group work dates for 2013 are June 8, Aug 24 and Sept 28.

Many thanks to the team of snow conditions reporters and Charlie the weatherman for providing updates throughout the season.

Do daffodils remind you of base prep wax?  Spring is here - if you have not already cleaned and put storage wax on your skis, now is the time.  Here are some hints on how to do so from Toko and Swix.  In brief, brush and wax, leave it on.  If you can move your wax bench outside, leisurely waxing in the sunshine makes a nice change from the usual last-minute late-night haste in a gloomy garage.

Yellowjackets, race stories, poster contest and more - hot from the press in the latest PACCSA newsletter.  If you are not a member, you can join online and use the contact form to request your copy by email.

Two PACCSA "Ski Your 'S' Off" long-sleeved T-shirts are still available, size medium, one white, one gray. $20 each. 50% cotton, 50% polyester, 4-color Ski Your "S" Off picture on the front, large PACCSA logo in blue and gold on the back. Contact Rick Garstka at 412 462 7493 or garxcski@verizon.net

There are only two race suits left for purchase, one small, one medium, $120 each, and several hats at $26 each. If you are interested in any of these, contact Rick Garstka at 412 462 7493 or garxcski@verizon.net