About Us
The mission of the club is still based on the philosophy of Norwegian Polar explorer Fridtjof Nansen who saw skiing and winter sport as the foundation for a healthy lifestyle.
Established in 1872 we are one of the first organized ski clubs in America. We are based in Berlin, New Hampshire and serve the Androscoggin Valley by providing groomed ski trails at Milan Hill State Park in Milan, NH.
We are pleased to announce a successful third season at our new Milan Hill location since moving from Success Loop. We have plans to expand the existing trail network and possibly create a new trail this summer.
"The oldest club in the country appears to be the Nansen Ski Club... Originally known as "The Ski Club" and the "Berlin Mills Ski Club," it was later renamed for Fridtjof Nansen after his crossing of Greenland on skis." - AlpenGlow Ski History
The Nansen Ski Club of Berlin (New Hampshire), recognized as the oldest existing ski club in the country... The club, in a partnership with New Hampshire Division of Parks, developed a ski touring trail network in Milan Hill State Park after its former location was earmarked as a site for a new federal prison." -Cross Country Skier Magazine
Nansen Supporters:
New England Ski Museum
Dedicated to the Preservation of the History of Skiing. www.skimuseum.org
Links to Other Ski Sites & Area Activities:
A1 Trails Guide
Online guide to bicycling, mountain biking, hiking and cross-country skiing. www.a1trails.comAndroscoggin Valley Chamber Of Commerce
In the winter, experience a pristine landscape from snowshoes to cross country or downhill skis. www.northernwhitemtnschamber.org
Milan Hill State Park, Route 110B, Milan, NH 03588
info@skinansen.com