TDXC Winter Speaker Series: Mindy Benton

Jan 16, 2026
Alder Creek Adventure Center   |  5:30-6:30PM  

Mindy Benton: Traveling the World With Nordic Skis

TDXC instructor with 25+ years of experience and participant in the American Birkbeiner Race and Worldloppet International XC Ski Federation, Mindy Benton, shares her adventures in long-distance Nordic skiing both nationally and around the globe.


About the TDXC Winter Speaker Series

This January, warm up your evenings at the Alder Creek Adventure Center with a FREE Winter Speaker Series featuring snow sports enthusiasts, athletes and adventure voices you’ll want to hear. Each event offers a different topic, ranging from life on the World Cup circuit and weather forecasting to bucket-list expedition planning and the rich history behind Tahoe Donner Cross Country.

Whether you’re a lifelong local, a weekend warrior or simply curious about the mountains that inspire us, these talks are designed to be welcoming, engaging and full of Tahoe stoke. Come connect with fellow community members, ask questions and leave with new inspiration for your own winter adventures.

A limited après menu and an event special from Alder Creek Cafe will be available until 5:30, and the Trailside Bar will be open, offering happy hour pricing on beer and wine throughout the event, making it the perfect way to kick off your weekend. Free to attend – everyone welcome.

Saturday, Jan. 10:
TDXC at 40: Stories, Trails + Olympic Roots With Glenn Jobe and Peter Werbel

Friday, Jan. 16:
Mindy Benton: Traveling the World With Nordic Skis

Friday, Jan. 23
Between the Lines: Grooming the TDXC Trails With Per Hurtig

Friday, Jan. 30
Caroline Pemberton — Backyard to Base Camp: Live Q&A


Date: Friday, Jan. 16
Time: 5:30-6:30PM
Cost: Free for all to attend; drinks available for purchase; limited après menu and Coconut Chicken (or Veggie) Curry Rice Bowl available until 5:30PM

15275 Alder Creek Rd.
Truckee, CA 96161
(530) 587-9484
xc@tahoedonner.com

Photo Credit: John McGahan