Birchlegger Skiers & the Birchleggings Club
Become Part of the Birchlegger Legacy
Skiers who have competed in 20 or more American Birkebeiner racers receive the designation of Birchlegger Skier. Birchleggers embody the spirit and endurance of this iconic skiing event and allow its legacy to be carried into the future.
Birchleggers are celebrated by:
- Commemorative award upon completing 20, 30, & 40 American Birkebeiner races as a testament to a skier’s commitment and achievement.
- A distinctive purple and gold bib is awarded to skiers participating in their 20th and subsequent races. 30-year participants receive a black and purple bib as a mark of their enduring commitment.
- Invitation to the Birchleggings Club Awards Breakfast, held annually on the Sunday after the American Birkebeiner.
Most Birchlegger status skiers become a member of the Birchleggings Club. The Birchleggings Club is a non-profit that exists independently from the American Birkebeiner Ski Foundation, although the two organizations work closely together to support each others’ missions. For information visit their web site at: www.birchleggings.com and their Facebook page.
Every Sunday following the American Birkebeiner® the Birchleggings Club hosts a breakfast for its members. Tickets are available in advance or at the door. If you are completing your 20th, 30th or 40th Birkie this year CONGRATULATIONS on this accomplishment.
2024 Breakfast Details
Where: The Steakhouse Restaurant & Lodge (Hwy 27S in Hayward)
When: Sunday, February 25, 2024
Time: 8:30am – 10:30am
Recognition Items
In honor of their achievements, the American Birkebeiner Ski Foundation honors 20-year Birchlegger skiers with a plaque and special pin the year they complete their 20th Birkie; 30 and 40-year Birchlegger skiers receive special pins upon completion of these milestone, as well. Awards may be picked up at the Birchleggings Club Breakfast or at the Birkie Store in the Celebration Zone on Saturday from 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm.
Come see the Birchleggings Club at the Birkie Expo! We will be hosting a booth at the Birkie Expo in the main gym of the high school. Please visit the club booth after you collect your race packet to say hi, pay your membership dues and find out about how you can participate in club activities. If you can spare an hour or two to help staff our booth please reach out to Jim Tenorio at TenorioJ@uwstout.edu to sign up for a shift.
