PE 1690

PE 1690

Course information provided by the 2026-2027 Catalog.

Thoroughly enjoy your winter in upstate NY with cross-country skiing. Learn the basics to effectively glide across snow-covered landscapes. Start out with getting comfortable on skis on flat land and progress to learning how to navigate hills and trails on cross-country skis. Explore Ithaca's local forests and ski trails. This is a beginner friendly class and no previous skiing experience is required. Because of the physical nature of this activity, participants should be able to comfortably walk several miles on variable terrain. Stay active this winter, meet new people, and experience the beauty of winter. Transportation, equipment, and instruction are all included. Students will need to provide their own winter attire appropriate for cross-country skiing.


Fees Course fee, $385. Fee for instruction, travel, and equipment.

Last 4 Terms Offered 2026SP, 2025SP, 2024SP, 2023SP

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Syllabi: none
  •   Seven Week - First. 

  • 1 Credit S/U NoAud

  •  2707 PE 1690   LEC 001

    • S
    • Jan 30 - Feb 20, 2027
    • Bode, C

    • W
    • Jan 27, 2027
    • Bode, C

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

    For additional class information, visit: https://scl.cornell.edu/coe/pe-courses/spring-pe-courses/snow-sports/xcskiing
    Drop Deadline: Tuesday, January 25, 2027. Students will be responsible for the course fee and assessed a $50 administrative fee if they do not drop by the deadline. Attendance is required. For policies pertaining to absences and Cornell Outdoor Education courses, including the Fee Waiver Application for a free or reduced course, please visit https://scl.cornell.edu/coe/pe-courses/enrollment-policies.

Syllabi: none
  •   Seven Week - First. 

  • 1 Credit S/U NoAud

  •  2708 PE 1690   LEC 002

    • W
    • Jan 27, 2027
    • Bode, C

    • S
    • Jan 30 - Feb 20, 2027
    • Bode, C

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

    For additional class information, visit: https://scl.cornell.edu/coe/pe-courses/spring-pe-courses/snow-sports/xcskiing
    Drop Deadline: Tuesday, January 25, 2027. Students will be responsible for the course fee and assessed a $50 administrative fee if they do not drop by the deadline. Attendance is required. For policies pertaining to absences and Cornell Outdoor Education courses, including the Fee Waiver Application for a free or reduced course, please visit https://scl.cornell.edu/coe/pe-courses/enrollment-policies.

Syllabi: none
  •   Seven Week - First. 

  • 1 Credit S/U NoAud

  •  2709 PE 1690   LEC 003

    • R
    • Jan 28, 2027
    • Bode, C

    • Su
    • Jan 31 - Feb 21, 2027
    • Bode, C

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

    For additional class information, visit: https://scl.cornell.edu/coe/pe-courses/spring-pe-courses/snow-sports/xcskiing
    Drop Deadline: Tuesday, January 25, 2027. Students will be responsible for the course fee and assessed a $50 administrative fee if they do not drop by the deadline. Attendance is required. For policies pertaining to absences and Cornell Outdoor Education courses, including the Fee Waiver Application for a free or reduced course, please visit https://scl.cornell.edu/coe/pe-courses/enrollment-policies.