Venue:
Como Park Golf Course
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Details:
| Registration: | Full Apply To Volunteer Enroll in Waitlist |
|---|---|
| Meets: | Sunday 02:00 PM - 03:30 PM |
| Starts: | Jan. 5, 2025 |
| Dates: | Jan 5, Jan 12, Jan 19, Jan 26, Feb 2, Feb 9, Feb 16, Feb 23 |
| Classic Rentals: | Club Rentals Classic - online - $60.00 |
| Skate Rentals: | Club Rentals Skate - online - $110.00 |
| Membership: | $50.00 |
| Ski Pass Required: | St. Paul Natural Snow Ski Pass for skiers 13 and over |
| Leader: |
Kelli Schmitz
Colleen Satyshur |
| Email: | como@myxc.org |
| Skill Levels Offered: | Level 1-6 Classic and Skate |
| Land Acknowledgement: | We stand on land at Como Park Golf Course that has been cared for by the Dakota peoples for generations. As we ski, we honor their heritage and recognize the importance of preserving this land. |
| Backup Plan: | If there is not enough snow at Como, our backup location is Battle Creek Rec Center, 75 Winthrop St S, St Paul, MN 55119 (snow making loop) from 12:00 to 1:30 pm. Skiers over 13 years old need an All-Access St. Paul ski pass. |
Welcome to St. Paul Como Park | MYSL Ski Sparks
Registration is open to the public! We are still searching for volunteers to support our skiers this year. If you are interested in learning more about volunteer roles, visit https://www.myxc.org/volunteers or email como@myxc.org.
2025 Schedule and Location
Meet at Como Park Golf Course Sundays at 2:00 pm - 3:30 pm (3:00 pm end time for Level 1).
Level 1 meets for 1 hour, all other levels meet for 1.5 hours. All Level 1 skiers should have an adult attendant, who is present during the meeting with or without skis. Attendants should register here.
Backup location information: If there is not enough snow at Como, our backup location is Battle Creek Rec Center, 75 Winthrop St S, St Paul, MN 55119 (snow making loop) from 12:00 to 2:30 pm.
Ramsey County/St. Paul Ski Passes
Adult Volunteers, Adult Level 1 Attendants on skis, and any skiers 13 years or older will need to purchase a ski pass to participate in Como SkiSparks. Como requires a natural snow pass, but note our backup location at Battle Creek requires an all access pass. For more information on which ski pass to purchase, please go here.
Equipment
For the 2025 season, Como will have classic and skate rentals. Equipment rental is in addition to the club registration fee. Please rent equipment right away, we always run out.
Clothing
Make sure to dress in layers. Polypropylene or lightweight wool will keep the moisture off the skin, wear a number of insulating layers for warmth that can be shed as games and skiers heat up. Add something non-absorbent (like snowpants) on the outside to cut the wind and minimize sticking snow when we're rolling around. Use this checklist for success:
Dry boots: Boots need to be dried out near a heat source between uses. They can’t stay in the car or garage. Dry, wool socks: A dry pair of socks needs to be put on right before you put on your boots. Put on a hat and a neck gator (buffs, muffs, neck warmers): We all know we lose a lot of heat through our heads. But making sure your ears and neck are covered is just as important.Hand/Foot warmers: For when it is really cold, hand and foot warmers are helpful. These are oxygen activated and you can "turn them off” by putting them in an airtight container (such as a jam jar) to get multiple uses. Calories: A skier that is low on calories will have a hard time staying warm. Bringing back up snacks and drinks is always a good idea.
Important to Know
- Parking – parking can be a challenge at Como Ski Chalet, so be sure to plan your trip. Alternate parking is across the street at Como Pavilion, if needed. (Como Park Map) The Como Park Butterfly Lot is also near the ski area.
- First Day – Each coach will have a ski bib and name tag (with parent contact information) for your child. We will collect the bibs at the last lesson.
- Volunteers and Coaches – Will be wearing MYSL coach bibs in the level color they coach.
- Weather – If the forecast is very cold or cold with wind chill (-2 degrees air temperature or -10 degrees windchill), we’ll cancel. We may shorten lessons on very cold days (below 5 degrees air temperature or 10 degrees windchill). Cancellations will be sent via email to all members.
Communications
We communicate with Como SkiSparks families via email. Please contact us with questions and feedback at como@myxc.org.