Sunday, February 8th – 2pm: Live Music with Kat and Logan
Kick back to the sounds of live music from Kat and Logan from 2:00 – 4:00pm! Indulge in a hot toddy and hot pretzel from the Stone Turtle Cafe.
Sunday, Feb 8th – 11:00am: Learn to Skate Ski Clinic
Have you been thinking about trying skate skiing, but aren’t sure how to get into it? Join us for our Learn How to Skate Ski Clinic, which includes a Facilities Pass and 90 minute group skate ski lesson. Cost for the clinic is $20. Ski rentals are available at our normal rates. Full day rental reservations are available for this event (pick up equipment […]
Friday, Feb 13th – 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 […]
Saturday, Feb 14th – 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 […]
Saturday, Feb 14th to Monday, Feb 16th – Noon to 4:00pm: Gourmet Mac ‘n Cheese Bar
Prepare to indulge in this decadent classic comfort food, complete with a toppings bar that includes onions, tomatoes, spinach, jalapenos, feta cheese, peas, hotdogs, and bacon. So rich and delicious, this mac-sterpiece lunch is the perfect complement to a day on the ski trails!
Saturday, Feb 21st – 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 […]
Saturday, February 21st – 1:00pm: Ribs and Blues Festival
Help us celebrate 51 years of Nordic Spirit! Join us for our famous ribs, incredible live blues music from Rhett’s Eastside Blues Band, and MUCH merriment. Come dressed in your favorite vintage ski costume from any decade, OR as your favorite snowy animal! Raise a glass with us as we kick off another 50 years.
Sunday, Feb 22nd: 33rd 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, totaling […]
Saturday, February 28th – 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 […]
Saturday, March 7th – 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 […]
Sunday, March 8th – 9:30am: Michigan Cup Relays at XC Ski HQ
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 […]
Cross Country Ski Report – Monday, March 10th
Ski Report: Thank you all for a fabulous ski season! This will be the last ski report until we get more snow, in which case we will send out another ski report. The trails are taking a hit each day with the warm temps and sun, and the overnight re-freezing is creating ice out there. Trails are open but marginal. The Manitou trail is […]