Trails Across the Steppe(2014)
A film about people who fight for their dream and about a country that is still far away from us and undergoing radical change. The Mongolian cross-country skiers train under the most difficult conditions: There is a lack of suitable training facilities, competition courses recognized by the FIS World Ski Federation and much more. Despite all the difficulties and obstacles, the young athletes train with great motivation, joy and fighting spirit. Their dream: to qualify for participation in the Olympic Games.
Movie: Trails Across the Steppe
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A film about people who fight for their dream and about a country that is still far away from us and undergoing radical change. The Mongolian cross-country skiers train under the most difficult conditions: There is a lack of suitable training facilities, competition courses recognized by the FIS World Ski Federation and much more. Despite all the difficulties and obstacles, the young athletes train with great motivation, joy and fighting spirit. Their dream: to qualify for participation in the Olympic Games.
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