Our Mission

To Promote, grow interest and build community for cross country skiing and snowshoeing in Routt County for visitors and locals by offering exceptional experiences and breathtaking adventures!

Emily Lovett

Growing up in Michigan, Emily developed a deep passion for skiing at an early age alongside her family, which has shaped her lifelong dedication to the sport. Emily played collegiate volleyball and loved the team aspect of the sport. After college and a short stint working as a project leader for a technology consulting firm, Emily took a “leave of absence” from that job and moved to Steamboat Springs, CO. to work in the ski industry, instructing and coaching cross country skiing. Once in Colorado, Emily immersed herself in learning, training and development of her own skiing and coaching skills. She was fortunate to learn from the best, Sven Wiik, Jon Engan, Jon Kreamelmeyer to name a few. Known for her ability to create engaging and fun learning environments, Emily’s commitment to creating dynamic and supportive team environments shines through in her work with skiers of all levels. Emily’s 29 year career in coaching includes roles as a coach and co-director at the West Yellowstone Ski Camp, Head Coach at Steamboat Springs High School Ski Team where she coached multiple all-state athletes and most recently eight years with the PSIA National Team, contributing to advancing ski technique education and facilitating instructor and coach development programs across the country.

She also serves as an instructor and masters ski coach in Steamboat Springs, where she supports adult skiers in achieving their goals and enhancing their skills.

Emily enjoys competing in citizen ski races and remains dedicated to her own training to stay competitive in her age group. Her personal commitment to skiing reflects her coaching philosophy, balancing continuous personal development, challenge and fun.

Outside of skiing, Emily’s interest include yoga, hiking, biking. She and her husband, Clay, often combine these activities with the love of travel and immersion in new cultures.

Certifications

• PSIA Level III Instructor and Rocky Mountain Trainer — Cross Country
• US Ski and Snowboard Level 200 Coach
• First Aid/CPR/AED

Instruction and Coaching Experience

• 1995 – 2000, Steamboat Ski Touring Center, Instructor
• 2000 – 2004, Vista Verde Guest Ranch, Instructor and Guide
• 2009 – 2014, Steamboat High School XC Ski Team Head Coach
• 2010 – 2024, West Yellowstone Annual Fall Camp, Coach and Co-director
• 2016 – 2024, Professional Ski Instructors of American National Team and Coach
• 2018 – 2021, Methow Valley Nordic Ski Camp Coach
• 2024, American Birkebeiner Ski de She Women’s Camp Coach
• 2004 – Present, Professional Ski Instructors of American Rocky Mountain Education Staff
• 2002 – Present, The Nordic Link Steamboat Nordic Camp, Clinics and Private Lessons at Lake Catamount Touring Center

Katie Lindquist

Professional Cross-Country Ski Coach
Katie is an accomplished cross-country ski coach with over 30 years of experience in developing athletes of all abilities and fostering a love for the sport at all levels. With a deep passion for skiing and a commitment to excellence, Katie has built a reputation for combining technical expertise with motivational leadership to help athletes achieve their full potential.

Having competed at an elite level in the American Birkebeiner, Masters World Championships and dozens of marathon and ultra marathon ski events Katie brings a wealth of knowledge and firsthand experience to coaching. In fact, Katie has shared her passion for skiing with her Spitz dog, Star, ski-joring and back-country skiing together weekly in the winter.  Her coaching philosophy emphasizes a holistic approach to training, focusing on technique, endurance, and mental resilience, while also prioritizing athlete well-being and personal growth.

In addition to guiding individual athletes, Katie has successfully led teams to numerous victories and podium finishes at regional and national championships. As head coach for the Steamboat Springs High School Nordic team, Katie’s depth spans into youth as a leader, facilitator, event planner and developer of innovative training programs.   Strategic insights have been instrumental in enhancing performance and pushing the boundaries of what athletes of all ages can achieve.

Outside of coaching, Katie is dedicated to promoting cross-country skiing, cycling, hiking and general well being through community outreach, clinics, and youth programs. She is  known for her endless enthusiasm and dedication to growing the sport and inspiring the current and next generation of skiers.

Katie holds several certifications in health and fitness, coaching and teaching, including USA cycling Elite level coach, Stages indoor cycling coach, PSIA nordic and alpine certifications and most relevant, the school of experience.   Katie’s most relevant skill is curiosity and kinesiology.  She dissects ways to state, coach and urge students to get the most from their bodies and fitness to improve skills, gain technique and most importantly have enough energy to ski another kilometer!  Her humor and patience creates an environment where athletes can thrive, excel, and develop a lifelong passion for cross-country skiing.

Judi Hulme

Judi grew up skiing in Lander, WY and raced in high school when classic skiing was the only option. After high school, she took a 10-year break from the sport and settled in Laramie, WY. She took up skiing again and attended several master-level ski clinics and learned how to skate ski and started racing. In the early 2000’s, Judi started teaching cross country skiing and has conducted adult group and private lessons in both skate and classic at all levels for the Medicine Bow Nordic Association at the Happy Jack trails near Laramie.

Along with participating in many local races in Wyoming and Colorado, she has finished the American Birkebeiner five times, starting out of the elite wave and achieving age group placement in both skate and classic disciplines. She has competed in Master’s World Cup Cross Country Skiing Championships four times in various locations in the US and abroad.

Judi retired in 2022 from a long career at the University of Wyoming and along with skiing she enjoys biking, hiking, strength training and teaching group strength and fitness classes.

Certifications

• PSIA Level III Instructor – Nordic
• NASM Certified Group Fitness Instructor
• First Aid/CPR/AED

Instruction Experience

• 2005-Present, Nordic Ski Instructor for Medicine Bow Nordic Association, offering private and group lessons
• 2000-Present, The Nordic Link Annual Steamboat Ski Clinic
• 2022-Present, Grand Mesa Nordic Counsel
• 2012-2023, West Yellowstone Annual Thanksgiving Ski Festival
• 2018-2019, Methow Valley Nordic Ski Camp