Olympic Biathlon

The Olympic Biathlon, like many events, was adapted from real life necessity. The sport has its origins in an exercise for Norwegian soldiers, as an alternative training for the military. The world's first known ski club, the Trysil Rifle and Ski Club, was formed in Norway in 1861 to promote national defence at the local level. Norway also used this as a method to protect their borders. It is a really fun event to watch and mixes the sports of rifle shooting and cross-country skiing. Use this guide as a refresher course so you can impress your friends when February 2010 rolls around.