Ely Nordic Ski and Bike Club

Thanks to our awesome Hidden Valley Hammer volunteers! These people make this amazing event happen. We could use one or two more people to help this Friday (Jun 5) and next (Jun 12). Reach out if you can help for an hour between 4:00 and 7:00 PM.

And we can always use more racers / riders. No matter your experience level come and ride the Hidden Valley Hammer. Details here: https://www.elynordic.org/about/events

Local kids make good.

Proud to support our local youth Team Borealis and appreciate when they show up to give back.

Team BOREALIS Gives Back at Hidden Valley 💫

This month, eight riders, coaches, and parents from Team BOREALIS partnered with the Ely Nordic Ski and Bike Club to help prepare the trails at Hidden Valley Recreation Area for the start of dirt season.

Together, the group contributed approximately 15 hours of trail cleanup and maintenance—clearing debris, tidying trails, and helping ensure the Hidden Valley trail system is ready for riders to enjoy all season long.

Efforts like these are at the heart of what makes Minnesota’s trail community so special. Trails do not maintain themselves; they rely on volunteers who are willing to show up, lend a hand, and take pride in the places where we ride. Team BOREALIS demonstrated exactly what stewardship looks like: giving back to the trails and communities that support our sport.

Thank you to everyone who volunteered their time and energy to make a difference in Ely.

Hidden Valley Hammer week 2 results are posted. See you next week!

Hidden Valley Hammer - 2026 Week 2 | Race results Race results: Hidden Valley Hammer - 2026 Week 2 @ Ely, MN, United States. Friday, May 29, 2026 6:00 PM (GMT-5)

Do you see that? It's Friday night biking at Hidden Valley. Join us for the Hidden Valley Hammer tonight. Check in starting at 5:00 PM and race / ride starts at 6:00 PM.

Come hang out with locals and visitors who love these trails. Whether you're racing to win the plastic hammer or just enjoy a chill ride with friends you'll have a great time.
https://www.elynordic.org/about/events

You know what's lots of fun? Riding your bike on the Hidden Valley trails. You know what's even more fun? Riding your bike with friends. Come ride your bike with friends, or make new friends, at the Hidden Valley Hammer this Friday.

Check in starting at 5:00 PM, ride / race starts at 6:00 PM. All skill levels and experience levels are welcome. More info: https://www.elynordic.org/about/events

Friday night races continue this week. Young, old, fast, slow, you have a spot in this event.

Check in starting at 5:00, racing starting at 6:00 PM.

Results from week 1 of the Hidden Valley Hammer. We'll be racing the three more weeks, Fridays at 6:00 PM.

Hidden Valley Hammer - 2026 Week 1 | Race results Race results: Hidden Valley Hammer - 2026 Week 1 @ Ely, MN, United States. Friday, May 22, 2026 6:00 PM (GMT-5)

Whichever one of these hammers suits your style you'll have a blast at our Friday night races! Starting this week at Hidden Valley, May 22nd. $20 for Adults and just $5 for kids under 18. Check-in starts at 5:00 PM, racing starts at 6:00 PM.

Proceeds from these events are donated to our local youth MTB organization Team Borealis

More info here: https://www.elynordic.org/about/events

Only a few days left until the Ely Nordic Loppet & Hot Cocoa Cup! Save $15 by pre-registering using this link by midnight on February 12th: https://www.webscorer.com/register?raceid=413608

See you at Hidden Valley for Skiing, Food & Music on Saturday!