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cross-country skiingSkiing in open country over rolling, hilly terrain. It originated in Scandinavia as a means of travel as well as recreation. The skies used are longer, narrower, and lighter than those used in Alpine skiing, and bindings allow more heel movement. The standard lengths of international races range from 10 to 50 km (6.2–31 mi) for men and 5 to 30 km (3.1–18.6 mi) for women. It has been included on the Olympics program since the first Winter Olympics in 1924. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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Veteran downhillers who wish to dabble in cross-country skiing might consider it a no-brainer and plunge right in, but a little instruction can be beneficial. According to the Spokesman Review, the Spokane Park Board has banned sledding and cross-country skiing from its golf courses. These projects ranged from trees planted to help restore a Malaysian orangutan forest and Mexican monarch habitat to those that brought back eagle habitat near Denver; restored a popular hiking, cross-country skiing, and hunting area in Wisconsin; and greened urban communities along an expressway in Illinois. |
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