Sierra Regional SFL Skier Page

Skier Information

Become a Sierra Regional SFL Skier

Sierra Regional Ski For Light Inc. (SRSFL) is a cross-country ski program based on the concept of Ski For Light International and other Ski For Light regional groups.

Our goal is to provide an opportunity for people to participate in a vigorous physical activity and learn about the need for, and benefits of, acquiring a more healthy way of living. We invite you to join us on one of our single day trips as well as our 10th annual three-day cross-country ski event. You don't have to be an athlete or a dedicated skier--we encourage blind/visually impaired beginners as well as experienced cross-country skiers to apply.

What is needed is the interest in a recreational snow sport and the desire to live a more physically active life. For those not familiar with skiing, cross-country or nordic skiing differs from downhill or alpine skiing in several important ways. The equipment and clothing for cross-country skiing are much lighter weight and more comfortable than that for downhill skiing. An alpine skier only goes downhill; a cross-country skier is not so limited. In addition to occasional downhill runs, a cross-country skier goes at his own pace throughout the countryside, providing his own propulsion when gliding across level ground or uphill. A blind/visually impaired skier follows pre-set tracks or grooves in the snow, while a sighted guide skis in a similar set of tracks to one side. The guide instructs on proper skiing techniques, informs the skier of changes in the direction and slope of the tracks, and gives valuable and interesting information about the countryside. Emphasis is placed on recreational trail skiing.

For more information and an application, contact Julie Lisenby, Skier Coordinator, at (916) 362-5759 or E-mail her at julis823@pacbell.net

NOTE: more detailed information on clothing and event location will be sent once the skier is accepted.