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Saturday, Dec 16th – 10:30am: Free Beginner Ski Lesson

Learn how to cross country ski at our FREE beginner ski lesson! You will learn the basics of traditional (classic style) XC ski technique, plus hill climbing, descending, and turning. You will even learn how to get up when you fall down! Free lessons are limited to 25 people. Ski rentals are available at the rental desk on a first-come, first-served basis (we do

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Saturday, Dec 23rd – 10:30am: Free Beginner Ski Lesson

Learn how to cross country ski at our FREE beginner ski lesson! You will learn the basics of traditional (classic style) XC ski technique, plus hill climbing, descending, and turning. You will even learn how to get up when you fall down! Free lessons are limited to 25 people. Ski rentals are available at the rental desk on a first-come, first-served basis (we do

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Saturday, Dec 30th – 10:30am: Free Beginner Ski Lesson

Learn how to cross country ski at our FREE beginner ski lesson! You will learn the basics of traditional (classic style) XC ski technique, plus hill climbing, descending, and turning. You will even learn how to get up when you fall down! Free lessons are limited to 25 people. Ski rentals are available at the rental desk on a first-come, first-served basis (we do

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George Frye Live at Cross Country Ski Headquarters Stone Turtle Cafe

Sunday, Dec 31st: George Frye Live

From 2:00pm to 4:00pm, get down to some live, musical entertainment by George Frye! Kick back by the fire, indulge in some food and a beverage from the Stone Turtle Cafe, and enjoy a mix of covers and originals on acoustic guitar.

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January 2nd – 31st: Discover Michigan Cross Country Skiing Program

Cross Country Ski Headquarters has teamed up with Michigan Ski Industries Association to offer a very affordable introduction to the sport of cross country skiing! Discover Michigan is designed to introduce this healthy, fun, outdoor activity to anyone with an interest in outdoor winter recreation. The program includes a beginner group ski lesson, full day ski equipment rental, and XC SKI HQ facilities pass

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Jordyn Ross Ski Clinic Cross Country Ski Headquarters

Saturday, Jan 6th – Sunday, Jan 7th: Skate and Classic Ski Clinics with Jordyn Ross

Northern Michigan University Nordic Team Alum and top Michigan Cup racer, Jordyn Ross, is back for another outstanding clinic series. Divided into two days, this updated clinic series will be geared towards beginner, proficient beginner, and intermediate skiers on Saturday, and advanced-intermediate and expert level skiers on Sunday. Cost for a clinic is $20. Please click here to sign up in advance (space is

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Monday, Jan 8th – Friday, Jan 12th: Silver Streak Week

If you are age 60 or older, you are entitled to a complimentary XC SKI HQ Facilities Pass, plus a coffee or hot cocoa on the house, all week long! Enjoy our meticulously groomed trails, relax in our cozy Day Lodge, peruse the menu at the Stone Turtle Café, and try out a pair of new skis for FREE at our demo center!

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Wednesday, Jan 10th – 10:30am to 2:00pm: Golden Years Ski School!

Intended for both beginners and people who have not skied in many years, the Golden Years Ski School is an introduction (or reintroduction) to the sport of cross country skiing for people aged 55+. This learn-to-ski workshop is tailored to each participant’s goals and ability levels, and aims to teach participants the skills required to truly enjoy cross country skiing. Participants will begin the

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Sunny day XC skiing XC Ski HQ

Saturday, Jan 27th – 10:30am: Free Beginner Ski Lesson

Learn how to cross country ski at our FREE beginner ski lesson! You will learn the basics of traditional (classic style) XC ski technique, plus hill climbing, descending, and turning. You will even learn how to get up when you fall down! Free lessons are limited to 25 people. Ski rentals are available at the rental desk on a first-come, first-served basis (we do

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Sunday, Jan 28th – 12:00pm and 2:00pm: Paella on the Sun Deck

A favorite XC Ski HQ tradition, Paella on the Sun Deck celebrates a world-renowned, Spanish rice dish, and offers skiers a hearty, flavorful (and entertaining!) feast. Prepared in a massive cast iron pan over an outdoor fire pit, this lunch comes from an authentic Spanish recipe from Paella master Ayo from Nerja, Spain, and is served piping hot with Saffron-spiced chicken, shrimp, mussels and

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winter feast cross country ski headquarters

Friday, Feb 2nd – 6:00pm: Winter Feast – Dinner in Italy

Indulge in a gourmet, four-course meal in the rustic Stone Turtle Day lodge at Cross Country Ski Headquarters. This year’s theme is Dinner in Italy, featuring creative and exquisite Italian dishes to satiate your soul on a cold winter’s night. New this year, add a wine pairing to your feast! Wine pairings will feature fine wines from Italy, Portugal, and California. Bring a date

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XC Ski HQ Sun Deck

Sunday, Feb 4th: Forest Parker Live, Get your Fill at the Grill

Kick back to an Americana extravaganza with live music from Forest Parker from 2:00-4:00pm! Indulge in a hot toddy and hot bavarian pretzel from the Stone Turtle Cafe. An HQ favorite foodie event! Get your fill of a Black Bean Veggie Burger, Lean Beef Burger, or Beyond Meat Plant-Based Burger, grilled to perfection over open flame and served with your choice of toppings. If you

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Family Bonfire Pit Sun Deck XC Ski HQ

Friday, Feb 16th – 10:00am to 5:30pm: Winter Fest Kick-Off

For only $5, visitors to the Higgins Lake/Roscommon area can purchase a Winter Fest badge and enjoy a day of cross country skiing or snowshoeing at XC Ski HQ. The badge gets you an XC Ski HQ facilities pass for the day, plus complimentary hot cocoa and bonfire at Trapper’s Cabin from 3:30-5:30. It also gets you access to lots of other fun local

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Sunday, Feb 25th: 31st Annual Junior Muffin Race

Join us for the longest standing juniors race in Michigan! The Muffin Race celebrates the fun of youth skiing with a Junior Girls and Boys 5km Team Sprint Relay Race. This 13+ freestyle relay race will feature two skiers per relay team. Each skier will ski a total of 3 laps around a 1.5km course, handing off to their teammate between each lap, totalling

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XC SKI HQ

Saturday, March 2nd – 10:30am: Free Beginner Ski Lesson

Learn how to cross country ski at our FREE beginner ski lesson! You will learn the basics of traditional (classic style) XC ski technique, plus hill climbing, descending, and turning. You will even learn how to get up when you fall down! Free lessons are limited to 25 people. Ski rentals are available at the rental desk on a first-come, first-served basis (we do

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Saturday, March 9th – 10:30am: Free Beginner Ski Lesson

Learn how to cross country ski at our FREE beginner ski lesson! You will learn the basics of traditional (classic style) XC ski technique, plus hill climbing, descending, and turning. You will even learn how to get up when you fall down! Free lessons are limited to 25 people. Ski rentals are available at the rental desk on a first-come, first-served basis (we do

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Muffin Race 2023 Cross Country Ski Headquarters

Sunday, March 10th: Michigan Cup Relays

Join us for one of the most exciting ski races in Michigan! This grand finale race for the Michigan Cup Race Series features a relay race with 3 skiers per team: 2 legs freestyle, and 1 classic leg. Each skier skis approximately 4-6km per leg. You do not have to be a Michigan Cup racer to participate! IF you do not have a team

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Stone Turtle Yoga Higgins Lake

Yoga Classes & Boutique Open at the Stone Turtle Day Lodge

Starting April 3rd, 2023, Stone Turtle Yoga will offer multiple classes every week at the Stone Turtle Day Lodge all spring and summer long. Drop in for a class, or purchase a membership or class pack. A variety of classes are offered to suit all ability levels, and yoga mats and props are available for use, free of charge. Plus, don’t forget to shop

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XC Ski HQ Hiking Trails

Spring and Summer Hours + Hiking Trails Open

Cross Country Ski Headquarters is open in the off-season on the following days: Spring Hours (April 1st through June 16th): Monday through Friday, 9:00am to 4:00pm Open Memorial Day Weekend and weekends by appointment Summer Hours (June 17th through August 20th) Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday, 9:00am to 4:00pm Closed Sunday and Wednesday Fall Hours (August 21st through October 27th) Monday through Friday,

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Labor Day Weekend Sale & Manitou 5K Trail Run!

Join us for the most Epic Sale of the year – the Labor Day Weekend Sale! SEPT 1 – 4, 2023  // Fri – Mon Skis are in stock! Shop our huge selection of cross country ski packages at the Labor Day Weekend Sale. Work with an expert to get fitted for the perfect ski package for you. *CLEARANCE SALE ON LAST SEASON’S CLOTHING!*

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