Canadian Birkebeiner Society

09/29/2026

Please join us for a traditional Torskeklubben dinner featuring cod (torsk) and Linie aquavit. Back by popular demand, Dave McCashin of the Association of Canadian Mountain Guides will share stories from his experiences with alpine rescue in Western Canada.

09/28/2026

09/21/2026

Bikenbender 2026 - Great Fun! A Big Thank to all Volunteers!

🎥 Paul Oss

09/21/2026

The best ingredients for a tagline: xc skiing, competition and creativity!

Can you describe the Canadian Birkie in just 7 words or less?

That’s all it takes to enter our annual tagline contest.

Think: - Adventure -Friendship - XC Skiing -Perseverance -Celebration

Win a free Birkie Saturday registration and see your words become part of Birkie history.
Submit your ideas before September 24!

Check the link in our bio or go to https://canadianbirkie.com/2026/09/15/create-the-2027-canadian-birkie-tagline-and-win-a-free-event-registration/

09/19/2026

Can You Create the Next Canadian Birkie Tagline?

Every Canadian Birkie has its own unique tagline. Now it’s your turn to make history!
• Maximum 7 words
• Original and catchy
• Captures the spirit of the Birkie

The winning submission receives a FREE 2027 Birkie Ski Festival registration, and recognition in our program guide and on the website. Submit your entry before September 24.
What’s the first tagline that comes to mind? Share it with us!

Check the tagline link in our bio or visit https://canadianbirkie.com/2026/09/15/create-the-2027-canadian-birkie-tagline-and-win-a-free-event-registration/

09/03/2026

🚨 Can you help us find our Bikenbender SWAG? 🚨

For our upcoming Bikenbender event (Sept 12), the Bikenbender team ordered a shipment of towels featuring the Bikenbender logo. Unfortunately, the towels were stolen shortly after delivery. Please keep an eye out. If you come across large packages of towels with the artwork as shown, we'd love to hear from you. Thank you for helping our community!

09/01/2026

Just a few more days to register for the Bikenbender Registration closes September 6th, Midnight. https://canadianbirkie.com/bike/bike-event-bikenbender/

08/26/2026

👏Look at these pictures ➡️ Bikenbender - September 12

The northern half of our Bikenbender route has dried quickly. The north section was freshly mown by Parks in preparation for Sept 12! Eric, our Chief of Course, will be taking out the Trailblazers on Sept 3 to do some fine tuning. More on the southern portion to follow.

🗺️Have a look at our website as new maps have been released!!! And while you are at it, don’t forget registration closes at midnight on Sept 6. 🗓️

08/14/2026

Would you like to join the Bikenbender Gravel Race? Now's the time to register!

Registration fees increase by $15 at noon, MT on August 15.
Join us for:
* 37 km gravel route
* 3 timed segments
* Gravel, Cyclocross, Mountain Bikes & E-Bikes welcome
* Delicious post-ride meal
* Awesome riding community and atmosphere

Bikenbender has something for everyone.

Current Registration Fee: $135
After Aug 15 at Noon, MT: $150

Save $15, secure your spot, and join us on Saturday September 12 at the Blackfoot Staging Area.
Visit https://canadianbirkie.com/bike/bike-event-bikenbender/

📸Jamie Burdon

08/08/2026

Just a few days left before prices go up for the Bikenbender. Registration Fees go up August 15, Noon.

The Bikenbender is a unique Birkie gravel ride in Cooking Lake-Blackfoot Provincial Recreation Area on Saturday September 12, 2026.
Visit https://canadianbirkie.com/bike/bike-event-bikenbender/ for more info