Today’s low temperature at Birch Hill was -2 deg F, so warm enough to hold a ski race according to U.S. Cross Country rules. The NWS 6–10-day forecast shows warmer than normal temperatures and less than normal precipitation. Spring will arrive in time for the 37th Denali State Bank Sonot Kkaazoot.

Currently there are only 88 skiers signed up for the Sonot Kkaazoot: 35 are signed up for the 10 km event; 27 for the 30 km, and 26 for the 50 km main event.

Remember late registration ends on at 11:59 p.m. ADT on Thursday, 21 March 2024. No registration or changes in registration after then. You may change the event that you are skiing at early bib pickup at 5 to 7 p.m. on 21 March 2024. If you are moving up to a longer event (and thus, more expensive event), you will need to bring the difference in registration fees (when you originally registered) in cash or check to early bib pickup. If you are changing to a shorter distance, you can email me at: contact@sonotkkaazoot.org

Late registration fees will be charged for registrations made after 12:01 a.m. on Wednesday, 20 March 2024. Register now and avoid paying late fees.

If you don’t plan on skiing (or plan to ski the 10 km event), our timing crew still needs volunteers. Contact if you can help: contact@sonotkkaazoot.org