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Telepalooza 2027: Telemark Skiing at Seven Springs, January 9–10
Join Telepalooza 2027 at Seven Springs Mountain Resort in Pennsylvania on January 9–10 for two days of telemark clinics, après-ski gatherings, auctions and prizes. The Appalachian Telemark Association’s festival celebrates everything about the telemark turn, welcoming skiers of all skill levels.
This edition marks the 20th Telepalooza and the 25th annual telemark festival at Seven Springs.
Learn with Leading Telemark Instructors
Telepalooza 2027 will host former and current PSIA National Telemark Demo Team members, including:
- Jim Shaw — Winter Park, Colorado.
- Keith Rodney — Mount Snow, Vermont.
In addition, PSIA East Telemark Examiners Jay Nation, Shawn Riggle, Kurt Byrnes and others will lead instruction throughout the weekend.
Clinics cater to all skill levels. You can choose the group that suits you and change groups at any time, giving you flexibility as you work on your technique.
Event Dates and Location
- Dates: Saturday, January 9, and Sunday, January 10, 2027.
- Venue: Seven Springs Mountain Resort.
- Address: 777 Waterwheel Drive, Seven Springs, PA 15622, USA.
- Organiser: Appalachian Telemark Association (ATA).
Registration Prices
| Registration | ATA members | Non-members |
|---|---|---|
| Single day | $90 | $100 |
| Both days | $135 | $150 |
Registration includes clinics, après-ski food and soft drinks. A cash bar will offer alcoholic beverages.
All event proceeds support ATA’s loaner equipment programme and the ATA Jim Kapp Memorial Scholarship fund. Therefore, your participation also helps the association support telemark equipment access and instructor education.
Daily Schedule and Check-In
Check in between 8:00 and 9:00 AM on either day in the room immediately to your right as you enter the main lodge. Plan to get on snow at 9:00 AM.
The approximate schedule for both Saturday and Sunday is:
- 8:00–9:00 AM: Check-in and registration.
- 9:00 AM–12:00 PM: Morning clinics.
- 1:00–4:00 PM: Afternoon clinics.
- 5:00 PM: Après-ski festivities.
Although the organiser accepts on-the-day registrations, early registration helps ATA plan food, instructor numbers and clinic groups.
Complete the Telepalooza 2027 registration form to register in advance.
Borrow Telemark Equipment
Need equipment? ATA offers members free use of its loaner boots, skis and bindings. However, gear comes on a first-come, first-served basis, so reserve your setup early.
The equipment pool includes:
- Ten pairs of Scarpa TX Comp boots in various sizes.
- Skis with 22 Designs OutlawX NTN bindings.
- A large collection of 75 mm boots and compatible skis.
To request equipment, email [email protected] with your requirements.
Participants who need loaner gear must join ATA for the season. Individual membership costs $40, while family membership costs $50. Membership also gives you access to the discounted Telepalooza registration prices.
Visit the ATA loaner programme page for further information.
Après-Ski Parties, Auctions and Prizes
After skiing, head to the Matterhorn Room on the third level of the main lodge. From the centre lobby, turn left at the bottom of the staircase.
Festivities start at 5:00 PM on both days. Enjoy food and soft drinks, catch up with fellow telemark skiers and take part in the giveaways and auctions. Meanwhile, the cash bar will offer drinks for adults.
Register for Telepalooza 2027
Whether you want to develop your technique or spend a weekend with the freeheel community, Telepalooza combines instruction with a lively social programme.
Register early using the official registration form. For equipment reservations, contact [email protected], and visit the Appalachian Telemark Association website for event updates.
