The 2nd Mathias Jessup Bartels benefit cross-country ski race and tour will be held on Sunday, February 15th, at 10AM at Mt. Greylock Regional High School.  In the event of limited snow coverage at Mt. Greylock, check massnordic.com for race updates.

The event will feature a 5km classical race, a 2km race for beginners, and a lollipop race for young kids.  Skiers of all ages and abilities are welcome.

Prizes will be awarded to overall and age category winners. A $15.00 donation is suggested at day of race registration. All proceeds benefit the Mathias Jessup Bartels Memorial Scholarship Fund. Checks can be made out to: Mt. Greylock Regional High School – M.J. Bartels Scholarship Fund.

Mathias was an outstanding young man – a scholar, athlete, and leader of his class. He was a high school junior and standout member of the Mt. Greylock Nordic Ski Team when he died in his sleep on January 31, 2004 of sudden cardiac arrest due to a heart arrhythmia of unknown cause. The Mathias Jessup Bartels Memorial Scholarship is awarded annually to a graduating senior who exhibits the integrity, kindness, and commitment to excellence shown by Mathias.

For more information, please email Hilary at  hgreene at williams.edu or Matt at  matthew at fasterskier.com.

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