Steppacher U14 SL - GS - (2/8) - at Elk Mountain

Steppacher Founder’s Race - U14 SL @ Elk Mountain 

February 8, 2026

It is paramount that every athlete, coach and parent treats Elk Mountain facilities and lodge with respect.  Previously there have been cases of vandalism during race weekends that is unacceptable.  Elk Mountain management will take serious and swift justice.  Let’s all do our part and have a great race.  If you see something, say something.  

All registrations must be submitted prior to the race closing - NO LATE ENTRIES.

 Every athlete and parent(s) acknowledges the following as part of their race registration at Elk Mountain:  

∙       Each athlete must have a lift ticket – keep it on your body at all times.  Replacement lift tickets are available at full price.

∙       Obey and acknowledge “Slow skiing zones” designated by orange signs.

∙       Treat Elk Mountain employees with respect.

∙       Clean up after yourselves while at Elk Mountain, cafeteria, bathrooms, and in the race venue.

∙       Elk Mountain management reserves the right to ban athletes from racing and/or skiing at Elk Mountain if these guidelines are violated.  

∙       Adhere to all USSS Athlete Code of Conduct guidelines.

Coaches:

∙       All visiting coaches must be registered for the event through AdminSki to receive a complimentary lift ticket.  NO EXCEPTIONS!

Lift Tickets & Bibs:

∙       Racer lift tickets are included with registration.

∙       Racer lift tickets and bibs will be delivered to athletes via Team Captains.

∙       Elk Mountain Ski Club will not be offering parent lift tickets.  

∙       No tickets or refunds will be processed on race day.

Arrival:

∙       Parking is available in the lower parking lot.  

∙       The Elk Wagon is available for transportation to the lodge.

∙       Team Captains will check-in at the Elk Race Building and receive bibs/lift tickets for their respective teams.

Schedule of Events:

First Run

7:30am:  Team Captain Check-in, ticket/bib pickup (first table outside restaurant in main lodge)

8:15am:  Coaches Meeting (outside Race Building)  

8:30am:  Volunteers & Gate Judge meeting (first table outside restaurant in main lodge)

8:30am: Lifts Open & Course Inspection

9:15am:  Inspection closed

9:20am - Forerunners

9:30am - Race Start 

Second Run

∙      Course Inspection 45 minutes after completion of first run

∙       Forerunners 45 minutes after inspection opens

AWARDS

∙       Awards Ceremony will be held outside the children’s village

COVID-19

All athletes, officials, volunteers, and other participants are required to follow all federal, state, local, and Elk Mountain COVID-19 guidelines.