North American Ski Training Center – Tahoe, CA

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  • Kidz Climb – Annual Rock Climbing Camp

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    Kidz Climb Camp

    Dates: June 25th & 26th, 2015
    Time: 9:00am-1:00pm
    Location: Donner Summit
    NASTC’s popular children’s climbing camp returns for it’s 15th season! This two-day camp is full of adventure. Kids will learn and challenge themselves through rock climbing. New climbers will learn the basics, intermediate climbers will work on their technique & tactics for more difficult climbs.
    Climbing allows kids to practice their problem solving and decision-making skills, tangible goal setting and forces them to be present and in-the-moment.
    The Kidz Climb camp is open to kids ages 4-14, all levels of climbers are welcome.
    Please call 530-582-4772 or email [email protected] to enroll.

  • NASTC NEWS: Chile’s Hidden Gem, Summer Reading List, Mountain Bike Demos & Stunt Show

    NASTC NEWS: Chile’s Hidden Gem, Summer Reading List, Mountain Bike Demos & Stunt Show

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    Rock Climbing Season Has Begun!

    Learning how to rock climb is easy and rewarding with NASTC’s certified guides. NASTC offers private rock climbing lessons and guiding on Donner Summit in Truckee. Donner Summit has world class granite that is ideal for climbing and you will get big views of the Tahoe Basin with each climb. Rock climbing is a great way to get away from the crowds on busy weekends and find some relaxation in the outdoors with friends and family. Call NASTC, 530-582-4772 to book a guide, two-hour, half-day (4hrs) and full-day (7hrs) time slots are available.

    Rock Climbing Guiding & Lesson Rates

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    Corralco – Chile’s Hidden Gem

    Just before the Chilean landscape starts to break apart and about a 90 min drive from the main city of Temuco is the Malcahuello Natural Reserve. Within the reserve is the statuesque Lonquimay volcano, on it’s flanks is one of Chile’s best kept skiing secrets – Corralco.
    The ski area is just over 1200 acres and does not include the backcountry skiing options. The runs in Corralco are steep with technical pitches coming off the top of the volcano. It has some of the best snow quality in South America and it’s newly renovated hotel is a bastion of tranquility full of natural light and wood. Explore a new side of Chile this summer August 22-29.

    Corralco – Andes Ski Paradise

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    Books to Read this Summer

    If you can’t chase the snow to the southern hemisphere, there are ways to satisfy the need to slide on snow. Here are some good reads to fuel your skiing daydreams. For those that are really snow/ski starved the only solution is to come to Chile with us.

    Right on the Edge of Crazy – on tour with the U.S Downhill Ski Team by Mike Wilson

    Ski the 14ers by Chris Davenport

    Free Skiing – how to adapt to the mountain by Jimmy Oden

    Total Skiing by Chris Fellows

    Portillo – the spirit of the Andes by Henry Purcell

     

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    Start Haus Bike Demo Day

    The Start Haus in Truckee is also a full service bike shop. It carries new and used bikes as well as a service and repair shop. June 6th is a Bike Demo day that includes a stunt show, free demo rides and discounts on bike sales. Come check it out! Don’t forget to join in on the FREE community bike rides every Thursday at 5:00pm. Meeting place is the Center for Health and Sports Performance parking lot.

  • Kidz Climb Camp

    Kidz Climb Camp

    KIDZ CLIMB CAMP

    Dates: 2019 DATES TBA
    Price: $125

    In this popular camp (in its 13th year!) your child will get to climb Donner Summit’s classic granite. Whether beginner or intermediate they’ll thrive, grow, and reach “new heights” during this course led by NASTC’s top guides. Students begin with an equipment orientation, learn how to use their climbing slippers well, and familiarize themselves with a couple climbing knots. We keep groups 5:1, and kids climb a bunch! We break for water and lunch, but try to get them on the rock as much as possible!  Join us!!

    Climbing is a sport that helps a child’s focus, self-esteem, self-reliance, coordination, and decision-making abilities. It provides very tangible, in-the-moment goals, and in that way, allows a great feeling of accomplishment. It is an individual sport that gives children solo time to process alone, but it is also a “team sport,” where kids work with their guide for safety and success and cheer each other on as each child attempts to reach their goals.  Safety is #1 every step of the way. Children climb with state-of-the-art equipment and every safety precaution is taken. Fun is #2! And there is lots of it! Coming away with new found skills and an introduction into a new way to experience the outdoors is #3. These are our priorities and goals for your child!

    Enroll soon, this one often fills early.

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