March 27-29, 2025
U.S. Biathlon Senior Nationals & Spring Festival
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Crosscut Mountain Sports Center invites you to U.S. Biathlon Senior Nationals and Spring Festival in Bozeman, MT. We are excited to host this event at our beautiful cross-country ski area and biathlon stadium just 17 miles from Bozeman, Montana.
The event will consist of three competition race days Thursday, March 27 through Saturday, March 29. This 3-day event will welcome all athletes from U15 through Masters, including para athletes, and will serve as the U.S. National Championships for Seniors as well as the U.S. Biathlon Collegiate National Championships.
We look forward to sharing our passion for biathlon, facilitating a positive race environment, and introducing folks to our incredible Bozeman biathlon community.
Registration
Registration will be available online only. Registration closes at 7:00pm MST Monday, March 24. There will be no exceptions for late registration. Coach must be registered for the event to be granted a coach bib for range access.
$200: 3-Day Competition and Biathlon Banquet (Sprint, Mass Start, Super Sprint, Banquet) — this is the best deal for racers
For racers not participating in all three days of competition the options are:
$70: Sprint Competition (Thursday only)
$70: Mass Start Competition (Friday only)
$70: Super Sprint Final (Saturday only)
For coaches, guides, and racers not participating in all three days of competition:
$50: Biathlon Banquet in downtown Bozeman
Note: A winter trail pass to Crosscut Mountain Sports Center for Tuesday, March 25 through Sunday, March 30, 2025 is included in the registration cost for the “3-Day Competition and Biathlon Banquet” option. All other options include a trail pass only on the official training day (Wednesday, March 26) and the day of the registered competition(s). Family members and supporters of athletes are eligible for discounted trail passes and rentals Tuesday, March 25 through Sunday, March — see Friends & Family Perks below.
Mandatory IBU Registration
Athletes competing in IBU categories need to be registered in the IBU system. All Youth, Junior and Senior athletes who have not previously competed in any IBU events (IBU Cup, World Cup, Junior Cup, YJWCH, etc.) must upload a photo or scan of their passport or ID card to this USBA-managed Dropbox folder: www.dropbox.com/request/LMrbl3Iu6uflD0yy5xmG. The deadline to upload your documents is February 24, 2025.
Schedule
Tuesday 3/25: Unofficial Training Day
Wednesday 3/26: Official Training Day
Thursday 3/27: Sprint Races
Friday 3/28: Mass Start Races & Evening Banquet in Downtown Bozeman
Saturday 3/29: Super Sprint Final (seeded based on results of the Mass Start)
Detailed schedule to be released winter 2025
Classes and Competitions
The abbreviated table is shown below. Please download the detailed table for complete information.
U13 athletes – please refer to the detailed table for more information.
Course Maps
The event will utilize Crosscut’s world class range, courses that meet all IBU specifications, and purpose-built sit ski courses. Course maps will be posted here by January 2025.
Bozeman Recommendations
Our mountain town is fun to explore on and off the ski trails. Longtime western roots and a close-knit community keep Bozeman down-to-earth, friendly, and genuine. We hope you enjoy your time here! We have a comprehensive guide to Bozeman with all our favorite places available on our website.
Awards
This event will serve as the official U.S. Biathlon Senior National Championships. The top three in the IBU Senior category for men and women will be recognized with National Championship titles. Prize money* will be awarded to in the sprint and mass start events (1st $750, 2nd $500, 3rd $250). The sprint competition on Thursday, March 27, 2025 will serve as Collegiate National Championships and the top three men and women in the sprint event with collegiate affiliations will be recognized, along with the top three overall teams.
* To be eligible for prize money, athletes must be U.S. citizens and USBA members in good standing
Parking
Parking for the event will be at Crosscut’s biathlon stadium in Parking Lot D, not the main entrance at our Nordic & Trail Center. Enter From Bridger Bowl access road.
Biathlon Banquet & Spring Festival Celebration
A celebratory banquet will take place on Friday, March 28 from 5:30-7:30pm in downtown Bozeman. This will be a casual event that provides an opportunity for the North American biathlon community to gather for a hearty meal, great conversation, and fun games. More details including the specific location and menu will be shared soon.
Volunteer
Volunteer information and signup coming soon
Friends & Family Perks
We haven’t forgotten about the athlete support teams! Partners, parents, and friends traveling to Bozeman to support racers are eligible for discounts on day passes and rentals. We will offer folks accompanying racers a 50% discount on trail passes and rental equipment Wednesday to Sunday. A discount code will be provided to registered participants via email ahead of the event.
Public Trail Closures
Crosscut will remain open to the public during the event. Trail closures will be in effect on races courses Wednesday 3/26 through Saturday 3/29.
2025 Event Partners
We love partnering with like-minded companies. If you are interested in partnering on the U.S. Biathlon Senior Nationals or other Crosscut events, please get in touch with us.
Crosscut’s Biathlon Stadium
Constructed in 2021, Crosscut’s new biathlon range and event stadium features 30 firing lanes with Kurvinen electronic targets designed for .22 calibre biathlon rifles, as well as 12 para biathlon electronic targets designed for air rifles. Dedicated buildings for race timing and range control support the facility. As a bonus, there are stunning views of the Bridger Mountains from the stadium.
