About Fundamentals of Nordic Skiing Clinic at Appleton Farms

Join two-time Olympic ski jumper, Brendan Doran, at Appleton Farms to expand your understanding and skills at this Fundamentals of Nordic Skiing Clinic, all while enjoying the winter beauty of the farm. We will explore how functional positioning affects balance, weight transfer, glide and momentum- all of which are necessary skills to safely navigate the Appleton Farms Nordic experience! Designed for all levels of skiers, this clinic will give both group instruction and individual feedback to gain confidence before heading out onto the trails.

Brendan Doran competed in ski jumping for the United States at the 1998 and 2002 Winter Olympics. He was on the US national team from 1994-2002. Doran won the 2000 US title on the K-88 hill in Steamboat Springs, Colorado. He also won a Continental Cup event in 1995 at Westby, Wisconsin.

This clinic will be one hour long and will include skiing over some hilly and uneven terrain. Guests must provide all of their own ski equipment and winter gear. Boots and skis will not be available to rent. Participating in outdoor recreational activities is at your own risk.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) 

• Program Refunds/Cancellations: In the event that a program is cancelled due to severe weather, low enrollment, or other circumstances, we will notify you as soon as possible by email and issue you a full refund within 14 days of the cancellation. If you cannot attend a program as planned, contact appletonfarms@thetrustees.org at least 7 days prior to the start of the program to receive a full refund or transfer to another date/class. Refunds and/or class transfers will not be granted for registration cancellations placed fewer than 7 days before the start of the program. There are no refunds for missed classes. Appleton Farms reserves the right to change program locations, schedules, or instructors when necessary. 
• Where to park: When you arrive at the farm, go right at the fork at the Welcome House (towards Farmhouse, Carriage Barn & Offices) and park in the lot next to the white Farmhouse / Farm Offices. Overflow parking is located along the drive leading up to the farmhouse between the trees before you cross the 4-way bridge intersection. Please be mindful of roped off areas and no-parking signs.  The group will meet on the front porch of the farmhouse.
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• Buy out a class/private events: Have a group that wants to take a class or program together? We have options to buy out our classes and/or create private events. Email appletonfarms@thetrustees.org for more information. 
• While you’re here: Don’t forget to visit the Farm Store open daily Tuesday-Sunday.

All are welcome at Appleton Farms, we are excited to host you!

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