The Cricket Campus Rail Jam Tour is currently rooted out west; but in reverse settler fashion, there are intentions to spread east. Although the tour was scheduled to make stops at Northwestern University and the University of Wisconsin- Madison this October, financial restrictions from sponsors have put these destinations on pause until fall 2010. According to a post by CRJT on newschoolers.com, “[CRJT was] ready to make the trek and crush the Midwest with our new events, unfortunately some of our partners we’re not.”
The goal of this grassroots snow sports movement is to promote the amateur ski and snowboard scene. The set-up takes place right on campus, transported snow and all. The tour aims “to provide you with a well-rounded event, utilizing creative rail features, jamz you can dance to, ridiculous post-shred partying, and an overall awesome experience.” Unfortunately, unless you’re privileged enough to attend school out west, you’re going to have to hold tight for yet another year. You can learn more about the tours at CricketCampusRailJamTour.com.
Also, check the conversation on newschoolers to hear what some Midwesterners had to say on this topic.
Midwest Freeski 