Believe it or not, but spring is almost here in the Wasatch. To celebrate, Solitude is hosting their annual Solitude Nordic Center Spring Fling. It’s a last hurrah for skate skiers who love to use the Nordic Center at Solitude, which is found between Solitude and Brighton Resorts.
Solitude Nordic Center Spring Fling
The Nordic Center Spring Fling happens on Saturday, March 17. Registration starts at 8:30 a.m. with races beginning at 10:00 a.m. The annual Solitude Spring Fling is a day of Nordic racing, music and food. Racers of all ages and abilities will go the distance at Utah’s highest and snowiest Nordic Center.
“The Solitude Spring Fling is a fun-filled day for the whole family,” said Kim Mayhew, Solitude Mountain Resort General Manager. “From festive costumes and heart-pumping races, to music, a hot grilled lunch and prizes, the Spring Fling sends the winter season off in style.”
Discounted pre-registration is currently available by calling the Nordic Center at 801.546.5774. Costumes are encouraged, and burgers and hotdogs will be provided free of charge for all registered racers. Food will be available for purchase for non-registered attendees. Volunteers for the event are welcomed. A schedule of racing events and additional event contests is available at solitudemountain.com/spring-fling.
About the Nordic Center
The Solitude Nordic Center is a well-kept secret in Big Cottonwood Canyon. It features 20 kilometers of skate and classic trails likeLake Flat, Silver Lake, Evergreen, Cabin Fever, New Sensation, Big Redman, Little Redman, and Mid Redman. There are also 10 kilometers of of groomed snowshoe trails to enjoy.
For more information on the Solitude Spring Fling or Solitude Mountain Resort, contact Solitude Communications Manager Sherri Harkin at s.harkin@solitudemountain.com, 801-536-5784 or visit solitudemountain.com.