Winter 2026 – 27 Events

10K Freestyle Race – December 12

Early season 10K Freestyle race.  Registration details coming soon.

Early Season Sale – December 12 – 13

Early season weekend sale.  Great deals on classic and skate cross-country ski equipment, snowshoes, and accessories.

High School Race – January 5

We are proud to host high school XC ski races at Lapland Lake.  We are scheduled to host the Mayfield Invitational on Tuesday January 5.   This date is subject to change, and dates may be added on short notice if we have good conditions when another scheduled venue does not.  On race days the practice field area and West Side trails will close to the public at 1:00PM.

Savor Winter – A Sensory Experience – January 9

This  two hour instructor led experience will focus on the sensory joy and experiences of winter in the outdoors.   The morning session, 10AM – noon, will use classic cross country ski technique to move thru the outdoors.   The afternoon session, 1PM – 3PM, will use snowshoes to move thru the outdoors.   Online registration available soon.

High School Race – January 13

We are proud to host high school XC ski races at Lapland Lake.  We are scheduled to host the Johnstown/Guilderland Invitational on Wednesday January 13.   This date is subject to change, and dates may be added on short notice if we have good conditions when another scheduled venue does not.  On race days the practice field area and West Side trails will close to the public at 1:00PM.

Ladies Ski Clinic at Lapland Lake January 23 (Skate Technique)

Morning session begins at 9:30am; wrap up ends at 2:30pm

A special cross country ski program for women, taught by women. Beginner and intermediate level female skiers age 18+, grouped by ability, will receive instruction in skate technique (January 23 clinic) or classic technique (February 6 clinic) in the morning. After a lunch break (participants are welcome to either bring their own lunch or purchase) the clinic will meet up for a social group ski in the afternoon, and enjoy a group skills wrap-up and snack at the end of the day. The program is led by Lapland Lake’s PSIA-certified instructors. Cost for the program  includes facility use pass.

To register and purchase tickets, click on the Ticket link in the bar above. Equipment rental is not included, if you do not have equipment please purchase equipment rental separately. Space is limited, please register in advance.

Hills Clinic – January 30

Hills!  Hills!  Hills!  Learn to use less energy on the uphills and have more confidence on the downhills.  This 90 minute classic XC ski technique clinic is designed for skiers who already have a basic understanding of classic cross country ski technique and want to improve skills and confidence on hills.  Registration available soon.

Family Sunday – January 21

Free day passes for all youth and juniors (ages 17 and under) with paid adult.  Fun special activities.  Snow sculpture display.

Ladies Ski Clinic at Lapland Lake February 6 (Classic technique)

Morning session begins at 9:30am; wrap up ends at 2:30pm

A special cross country ski program for women, taught by women. Beginner and intermediate level female skiers age 18+, grouped by ability, will receive instruction in skate technique (January 23 clinic) or classic technique (February 6 clinic) in the morning. After a lunch break (participants are welcome to either bring their own lunch or purchase) the clinic will meet up for a social group ski in the afternoon, and enjoy a group skills wrap-up and snack at the end of the day. The program is led by Lapland Lake’s PSIA-certified instructors. Cost for the program  includes facility use pass.

To register and purchase tickets, click on the Ticket link in the bar above. Equipment rental is not included, if you do not have equipment please purchase equipment rental separately. Space is limited, please register in advance.

Open (men and women) Skate Clinic – February 20

A two hour skate ski clinic, open to both men and women (ages 18+).  Registration available soon.

March 14  Pie Day

XC skiing requires energy.  Indulge.