Sixteen youth cross country ski programs are getting a boost this winter thanks to funding from the American Birkebeiner Ski Foundation (ABSF).
The Foundation awarded $13,850 to programs around the country targeting young skiers.
To date, more than $118,850 has been awarded to 126 ski clubs and organizations throughout the United States.
Among the current area grant recipients are Chequamegon Area Nordic Ski Club, Ashland; Drummond Area Nordic Youth Ski League; Duluth Public Middle Schools; Fredenberg Flyers Ski Club, Duluth and Spooner High School Cross County Ski Team.
