Freeheel Weekend in Washington

The Wenatchee Telemark Festival WTF 2026 brings together the Pacific Northwest telemark community for a full weekend of skiing, coaching, demos, and mountain culture. Organized by Rise of Tele, the festival celebrates freeheel skiing with an inviting mix of instruction, fun races, group laps, and social gatherings.

A Telemark Gathering in the Heart of Washington

The Wenatchee region is known for its dry snow, open slopes, and friendly ski scene. The festival creates an ideal setting for newcomers and experienced skiers to share the mountain together. Riders spend the weekend exploring terrain, practicing technique, and connecting with telemark skiers from across the Northwest.

Rise of Tele continues to build one of the most dynamic grassroots telemark communities in the United States, and this event is one of their signature stops.

Demos, Clinics, and Group Skiing

Guests can expect:

• Telemark gear demos from Rise of Tele partners
• NTN boot and binding tests
• Group laps led by experienced telemark skiers
• Beginner and progression clinics
• Skill sessions focusing on stance, transitions, and flow

Clinics are designed to be welcoming, with coaches offering guidance that works for all levels — from the first telemark turn to confident carving on steeper terrain.

WTF 2026 Fun Race & Community Activities

The festival usually includes a friendly telemark fun race, open to anyone. It’s simple, fast, and enjoyable — perfect for festival energy.
Off the slope, the day continues with music, food, and community gatherings organized by Rise of Tele. These sessions are informal and always full of laughs, stories, and the signature freeheel spirit.

Perfect for New Telemark Skiers

WTF 2026 is one of the best places for beginners to start.
The atmosphere is warm and supportive, demos make it easy to try gear, and every group welcomes new faces. Many skiers take their first freeheel steps here.

Registration & Event Details

Event information, registration, and festival schedule are available on the official page.

Participants are encouraged to sign up early to secure spots for clinics and demo equipment.

Why Wenatchee?

The terrain, the views, the weather, and the supportive local skiing culture make Wenatchee a natural home for telemark events. It’s a place where people come to reconnect with the mountains, learn something new, and celebrate a unique style of skiing.

The Wenatchee Telemark Festival continues to grow each year, and 2026 promises a full, energetic weekend dedicated to the freeheel lifestyle in the Pacific Northwest.