The grooming team snow combed the entire trail network last night, and conditions are very good. The skating lanes are excellent. Conditions for classic skiing are very good, too, though we still need a couple more inches of snow to set classic tracks. We have about 4-6″ of packed snow on the trails, and 10-12″ in the woods.
Weather Forecast:
Today: Mainly cloudy with snow showers around this morning. High 27F. Winds WNW at 10 to 15 mph. Chance of snow 60%.
Tonight: Cloudy. Snow showers developing late. Low near 15F. Winds light and variable. Chance of snow 60%. Snow accumulations less than one inch.
Tomorrow: Mainly cloudy with snow showers around in the morning. High 22F. Winds NW at 10 to 15 mph. Chance of snow 40%.
The Stone Turtle Cafe is FULLY OPEN! Join us for chili, sandwiches, bowls, and craft drinks. Instructor Jim is available for lessons this weekend! Book a private lesson by calling 800-832-2663!
Join us for these Upcoming Events!
TODAY: Free Beginner Ski Lesson at 10:30am + Stone Turtle Cafe Open!
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 not take rental reservations). The free lesson lasts 1 hour. *Snow Permitting
Friday, December 12th: XC Ski HQ Race Team Kick-Off Party
The XC Ski HQ Ski Team will kick off the race season this weekend with a team dinner party! We will feast, introduce new and existing team members, discuss the race schedule, and talk strategy for holding onto the Michigan Cup. An entree will be provided. Please bring a dish to pass or a beverage to share. The HQ team is known for its great camaraderie amongst members, and is very welcoming to new members, so if you’re considering racing this season and joining our team, please join us for the team dinner! RSVP by emailing info @ crosscountryski.com.
Saturday, December 13th: 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 not take rental reservations). The free lesson lasts 1 hour. *Snow permitting.
Sunday, December 14th, 2pm-4pm: Live Music with Derek Boik!
Derek is one of the best local musicians around. Come enjoy some truly awesome live music and rustic ambiance of the Stone Turtle Cafe with its wood floors and crackling fire, and imbibe in a Fireside Cider as you watch the snow come down!
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Come demo skis, shop the sale, and enjoy this early winter time magic!!
All the best,
-George, Mariah, Stu, Erin, Missy, Alex, Krista, Kellie, Will, Shelby, Mike, Butch & Crew