About the Course
Ready to glide through winter wonderland? This incredible 5 Days of Cross-Country Skiing Adventure is your perfect introduction to the magic of Nordic skiing! We'll teach you everything you need to know to become a confident, skilled cross-country skier while exploring the beautiful snow-covered terrain at Eldora Mountain. Our exciting, hands-on approach combines fundamental skill-building with epic skiing adventures throughout each day, all while learning to be responsible winter stewards.
What Makes This Adventure Special:
Master the Fundamentals Step-by-Step - Start with basics and watch your technique flourish! Each day builds upon the previous, perfecting your skiing fundamentals at just the right pace
Learn While Gliding - Winter safety, Leave No Trace principles, and skiing techniques are woven into every exciting session on the snow
5 Days of Nordic Learning - Skills and skiing time blend seamlessly together for the perfect winter education experience at our consistent Eldora Mountain location
Safety Made Simple - We make winter safety easy to understand and practice, so you'll always feel secure and confident in snowy conditions
Progressive Skill Development - Rather than changing locations, we focus on perfecting fundamental techniques, building endurance, and exploring different trail systems at Eldora
Become a Winter Hero - Learn how to protect and respect the incredible winter environments we explore
Challenge Yourself - Build technique and confidence in a supportive environment where you'll discover your natural skiing abilities
This adventure creates passionate Nordic skiers who know how to stay safe and protect our winter environments. You'll master the fundamentals needed to tackle any cross-country skiing adventure with confidence!
Locations & Logistics: We'll spend all five days at Eldora Mountain, allowing us to focus on skill progression rather than travel time. This consistent location, just an hour from Denver, provides the perfect terrain for developing your cross-country skiing fundamentals while exploring various trail systems as your abilities improve. Pickup and drop-off location remains the same each day for parent convenience.
Building Trust & Confidence: These 5-day packages are specifically designed to build trust and confidence in yourself and your peers. As we progress through the week at Eldora, we focus on mastering fundamental techniques and building endurance, ensuring continuous growth in a supportive winter environment while developing lasting friendships on the trails.
You'll Learn To:
Ski safely and confidently using proper Nordic techniques and equipment
Be a winter environment superhero using Leave No Trace principles
Communicate effectively and work as a team on winter trails
Master essential cross-country skiing gear and winter safety systems
Appreciate and protect the incredible winter ecosystems we explore
Build endurance and technique while celebrating achievements
Crave your next Nordic skiing adventure!
5 Days
Day 1 - February 10/12: Winter Foundation
Snowshoeing - Nordic Trail Areas
Day 2 - February 17/19: Cross-Country Introduction
Nordic Trial System - Beginner Areas
Day 3 - February 24/26: Fundamental Techniques
Nordic Trail System - Building Skills
Day 4 - March 3/5: Advanced Techniques
Nordic Trail System - Progression Skate Ski Intro
Day 5 - March 10/12: Mastery & Adventure
Nordic Trail System - Personal Challenge
*Snowshoeing option available for those who prefer*
Your Instructor
Andy
Andy is the founder of XP Adventure and a seasoned outdoor professional dedicated to making adventure accessible to all through comprehensive skill-building education. With extensive guiding experience across activities from Alaskan ice climbing to Colorado backpacking, he empowers students to develop the foundational skills needed to confidently pursue their outdoor passions independently.




