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Shifting Gears

LXCL:As a part of our dedication to removing financial barriers to participation, please choose this complimentary registration to reserve your spot for the workshop.

Affordable Access Registration

LXCL:Standard registration helps us cover the cost of our programming. Thank you for your support!

Standard Registration

LXCL:A $25 contribution helps offset the costs of our programs throughout the year and supports Shifting Gears' sustainability long term!

Sustainer Registration

Join Shifting Gears for a hands-on Ladies&rsquo; Ski Edge Sharpening &amp; Waxing Workshop with Backcountry Essentials!&nbsp; Whether you&#39;re new to tuning or looking to sharpen your skills, the professionals from the Backcountry Essentials Ski Shop will guide you through the essentials of ski maintenance: we will be covering edge sharpening and waxing techniques, and the ski technician will be able to answer questions you have about your ski or snowboard maintenance. Learn how to keep your gear in top shape for the slopes this season, ensuring a smoother, faster ride! What to bring: Your skis or snowboard! We will have you working on your own gear and learning about the essentials of maintenance. All other materials will be provided. We also recommend bringing snacks and a water bottle. Safety considerations: Ski and snowboard edges are sharp and the wax is hot! Gloves and masks will be provided for participants to use during the workshop. When:&nbsp;Saturday, December 5 from 7:00 - 9:00 pm. Where: Backcountry Essentials, 1417 State Street, Bellingham, WA 98225 Who: This is a class for adult (18+) women, non-binary, and femme-identifying folks and is perfect for skiers/boarders of all levels. Cost: As always with Shifting Gears, we are dedicated to providing programming for folks at low (or no) cost and low barrier to entry. You pick your ticket price: $25 Sustainer Registration, $15 Standard Registration, or our Free Affordable Access Registration! Any money you pay goes directly into our ability to fund great programs for women, femmes &amp; non-binary folks in our community throughout the year. Class all full? <a fr-original-style="" href="https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeXOOUCf-Py_l3iz3C3lzSguIM9Bqnomov5LYdciCVd52KKOw/viewform?usp=sharing&ouid=102131226596720830082" rel="noopener noreferrer" style="text-decoration-color: currentcolor; user-select: auto; box-sizing: inherit;" target="_blank">Sign up for our waitlist!</a> We will contact you if anyone drops out.&nbsp;

Join Shifting Gears for a hands-on Ladies’ Ski Edge Sharpening &amp; Waxing Workshop with Backcountry Essentials!  Whether you're new to tuning or looking to sharpen your skills, the professionals from the Backcountry Essentials Ski Shop will guide you through the essentials of ski maintenance: we will be covering edge sharpening and waxing techniques, and the ski technician will be able to answer questions you have about your ski or snowboard maintenance. Learn how to keep your gear in top shape for the slopes this season, ensuring a smoother, faster ride! What to bring: Your skis or snowboard! We will have you working on your own gear and learning about the essentials of maintenance. All other materials will be provided. We also recommend bringing snacks and a water bottle. Safety considerations: Ski and snowboard edges are sharp and the wax is hot! Gloves and masks will be provided for participants to use during the workshop. When: Saturday, December 5 from 7:00 - 9:00 pm. Where: Backcountry Essentials, 1417 State Street, Bellingham, WA 98225 Who: This is a class for adult (18+) women, non-binary, and femme-identifying folks and is perfect for skiers/boarders of all levels. Cost: As always with Shifting Gears, we are dedicated to providing programming for folks at low (or no) cost and low barrier to entry. You pick your ticket price: $25 Sustainer Registration, $15 Standard Registration, or our Free Affordable Access Registration! Any money you pay goes directly into our ability to fund great programs for women, femmes &amp; non-binary folks in our community throughout the year. Class all full? <a href="https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeXOOUCf-Py_l3iz3C3lzSguIM9Bqnomov5LYdciCVd52KKOw/viewform?usp=sharing&amp;ouid=102131226596720830082" target="_blank">Sign up for our waitlist!</a> We will contact you if anyone drops out.

Shifting Gears

Ladies' Ski Edge Sharpening & Waxing Workshop - December 5, 2026

1417 N State St

Affordable Access Registration

Free

Standard Registration

$15

Sustainer Registration

$25

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