Information for the roller ski camp from July 25-27

Hello everyone, it looks like we may have some summer weather in the next few days :)

Here is the information for the Roller ski camp on the Haines Road from July 25-27. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact me. Alain (334 9220 or xcyukon@gmail.com).

Information for the Roller Ski Camp on the Haines Road (Dezadeash Lake Campground)

July 25-27, 2014

Friday July 25           AM Leave Mt-Mac at 8 AM to drive to Haines Junction.

We will start our first workout from Haines Junction (Park Visitor’s Centre). We will be doing some specific strength work and will be taking some video to review technique.

PM Go for a short roller ski workout and do some speed work.

Saturday July 26      AM Long roller ski session (~2:30-3:00) in the morning with intensity work in zone 3. Take more video that we can review during the workout.

PM Go for a short hike/run in the area in late afternoon.

Sunday July 27         AM Roller skiing - specific strength near the campground. Total workout time ~ 1:30-1:45

PM Roller ski from the Campground towards Kathleen Lake for about 1:30. Back in Whitehorse around 3:00-4:00 pm.

What you will need to bring for the camp:

Food for 2 dinners, 3 lunches, 2 breakfasts and some snack food.

Make sure you pack some nutritious food to help with recovery between the workouts.

(Bagels, fruits and vegetables as well a mixed nut etc.).

Equipment for roller-skiing (roller-skis, skating & classic poles, skating boots, gloves, bike helmet, reflective vest, rain gear, sun glasses)

Running shoes, shorts, socks, underwear, pants, T-shirts, fleece and polypro clothing, wind breaker jacket, rain gear, swimming suit and a towel, 1 tent for 1-5 athletes, sleeping bag and mattress pad, pillow, tarp, a small day pack, water bottle, bug dope, small first aid kit, sport drink, cooking pots, utensils and a stove for 1-5 athletes. Any games you like (Frisbee, soccer, football etc.)

Optional equipment: camera, bear spray