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Crystal Mountain ~ Mardi Gras on the Mountain ~ March 1, 2025
Crystal Mountain ~ World Snow Day Celebration ~ January 19, 2025
[ January 19, 2025; ]
In celebration of World Snow Day, Crystal Mountain is offering a variety of activities geared to introduce "first timers" to the great world of snow.
Learn
12pm - 4pm: View a Snow Gun and Groomer up close! Located on the slopes behind the Crystal Center.
12pm: Ice Skating Presentation: Meet at the ice skating rink. Free to join!
1pm: [...]
Crystal Mountain – Airsoft Biathlon – February 9, 2025
[ February 9, 2025 to February 10, 2025. ]
Join us as we combine airsoft and cross-country skiing into our Airsoft Biathlon! The ski trail will be a one-mile long loop with two target stations. Must be 8 years or older to participate.
Cost: $25 per person. Includes cross-country ski equipment rental and airsoft equipment.
Time: Start times will be staggered and available between 1-3pm in groups of [...]
Boyne Mountain ~ Adgate Trophy Race ~ February 15, 2025
[ February 15, 2025; ] The Adgate Trophy race is hosted by Boyne's Ambassador of skiing, former Olympian, US National Champion, and 2009 US Ski Hall of Fame inductee, Cary Adgate.
Caberfae Peaks ~ WinAlpine Junior Development Race ~ March 1 – 2, 2025
[ March 1, 2025 to March 2, 2025. ]
Saturday & Sunday, March 1 & 2, 2025: WinAlpine Junior Development Race
Junior Development Teams from other ski resorts are on site to compete
Slalom training on Feb 28
Slalom Race on March 1
GS & SL Race on March 2
Visit WinAlpine.com for more
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SPRING RACE SERIES:
Saturday & Sunday, March 1 & 2, 2025: WinAlpine [...]
Crystal Mountain ~ Mardi Gras on the Mountain ~ March 1, 2025
[ March 1, 2025; ] Let the good times roll at Crystal Mountain this Mardi Gras Weekend! Dress in your favorite purple, green and gold! Skiers and boarders in FULL COSTUME receive $10 off their open-to-close lift ticket (valid Saturday, March 5, 2016 only). Discount only available at ticket window.
Caberfae Peaks ~ Jim Wickham Memorial Race ~ March 8, 2025
[ March 8, 2025; 11:30 am; ]
Saturday, March 8, 2025: Jim Wickham Memorial Slalom Race
$10 for kids (17 & under) and $15 for adults (18 and up).
Price is $5 more for day of registration. Registration closes at 10:45 am on March 8th
11:30 AM start – Open to All
Awards in Beatie’s Bar & Grill
Age divisions: 0-10, 11-14, [...]
Crystal Mountain ~ Spring Carnival ~ March 8, 2025
[ March 8, 2025; ] Get ready for a fun filled Saturday with events and activities for the whole family to enjoy!
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News From MSIA – Michigan Snowsports Industry Association
MSIA – Cold is Cool – 4th and 5th Graders Ski Free with our NEW App!
4th and 5th Graders Ski ALL WINTER LONG with our App!
MSIA Cold is Cool Passport allows Fourth and Fifth Graders to Ski All Winter Long in Michigan! Families can obtain a Cold is Cool Ski & Ride Passport App for their 4th and/or 5th graders that gives them up to three free lift tickets or [...]
MSIA ~ Discover Michigan Skiing ~ January
[ January 2, 2021 to January 31, 2021. ]
Want to learn to ski or snowboard? Everyone 7 years and older – even adults – can during January, Discover Michigan Skiing Month!
Note! We are working on the Discover Michigan Skiing program for January, 2024 and will have updates on this page soon!
Ski areas across the state team up with Michigan McDonald’s restaurants to offer [...]
White Gold Card – Michigan Snowsports Industries Association makes it possible to ski at 33 areas for just $349
The MSIA White Gold Card entitles the purchaser to ski one time at each of the participating ski areas during the 2023/2024 ski season. In addition to the lift tickets, White Gold Card purchasers also receive one complimentary ski or snowboard tune-up, 3 hot wax sessions and a coupon for $20 off a purchase of [...]
MSIA – Take a Field Trip to the Slopes with School Ski Days
According to the Let’s Move campaign, kids need at least 60 minutes of active and vigorous play each day to stay healthy. Michigan Snowsports Industries Association invites all schools to take a field trip to their nearby ski area for a special experiential learning program and lots of fun outside this winter. A field trip [...]
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FROM Friends of Valley Spur >> 1/13, John Cromell got out very early to get the trails groomed. If I was you I'd take advantage of today's groom and get out and ski. Tomorrow weather forecast calls for high winds and heavy snow. Not conducive for grooming. Temperatures are dropping for the weekend. The weekend we should be in good shape for skiing. The lodge will be open. #valleyspur #crosscountry #snowphotos #SkiMichigan
FROM Hanson Hills >> 🌧️ TODAY’S TRAIL & OPERATIONS UPDATE 🌧️
Tuesday | January 13, 2026
🎿 Nordic Trail Update:
It’s 34° and raining in Grayling this morning. Groomer Dan was able to comb Red, Yellow, Brown, and Blue with the Tidd Tech early, but pulled off the trails once the rain began.
At this point, it’s best to stay off the Nordic trails to avoid unnecessary rutting. The good news—our base is holding up great, and this light rainfall should not cause any long-term issues. Fingers crossed the forecasted snow arrives tomorrow to freshen things right back up.
🏁 Cote Dame Marie Registration:
Race day is coming fast!
👉 runsignup.com/.../MI/Grayling/CoteDameMarieSkiLoppet
🚴 Fat Bike Trail Update:
Best to stay off the trail during the warm, rainy conditions to protect the surface.
🎓 Programs Update:
Our Tuesday CASD Free Ski Class (sponsored by the Grayling Youth Booster Club and Hanson Hills) will be held as planned today.
⛷️ Downhill & Tubing Update:
Downhill and tubing operations will resume Friday, January 16th from 4:00–9:00 PM for our Friday Night Specials:
$5 Lift Tickets
$25 Rentals
$15 Tubing Sessions
🎟️ Book tubing online at HansonHills.org
🎙️ Q-100 will be broadcasting LIVE from the lodge
Thanks for sticking with us through the weather curveballs—winter always finds a way! #hansonhills #SkiMichigan🌧️ TODAY’S TRAIL & OPERATIONS UPDATE 🌧️
Tuesday | January 13, 2026
🎿 Nordic Trail Update:
It’s 34° and raining in Grayling this morning. Groomer Dan was able to comb Red, Yellow, Brown, and Blue with the Tidd Tech early, but pulled off the trails once the rain began.
At this point, it’s best to stay off the Nordic trails to avoid unnecessary rutting. The good news—our base is holding up great, and this light rainfall should not cause any long-term issues. Fingers crossed the forecasted snow arrives tomorrow to freshen things right back up.
🏁 Cote Dame Marie Registration:
Race day is coming fast!
👉 runsignup.com/Race/MI/Grayling/CoteDameMarieSkiLoppet
🚴 Fat Bike Trail Update:
Best to stay off the trail during the warm, rainy conditions to protect the surface.
🎓 Programs Update:
Our Tuesday CASD Free Ski Class (sponsored by the Grayling Youth Booster Club and Hanson Hills) will be held as planned today.
⛷️ Downhill & Tubing Update:
Downhill and tubing operations will resume Friday, January 16th from 4:00–9:00 PM for our Friday Night Specials:
$5 Lift Tickets
$25 Rentals
$15 Tubing Sessions
🎟️ Book tubing online at HansonHills.org
🎙️ Q-100 will be broadcasting LIVE from the lodge
Thanks for sticking with us through the weather curveballs—winter always finds a way!
FROM Forbush Corner Cross-Country Skiing >> Looks like a comfortable day to be out on the trails. The whole system was groomed yesterday. A fresh groom is planned on the east side trails, and the green trail on the west side. Open 9 to 5 today. (A reminder that we are closed Tuesdays and Wednesdays). #forbush #crosscountry #snowphotos #SkiMichiganLooks like a comfortable day to be out on the trails. The whole system was groomed yesterday. A fresh groom is planned on the east side trails, and the green trail on the west side. Open 9 to 5 today. (A reminder that we are closed Tuesdays and Wednesdays).
FROM Friends of Valley Spur >> 1/12 and we got a smidgen of new snow on our groomed trails. John is cleaning up a few trails: B, D, W, and up Heart Attack to G Return. John is also cutting back some tree branches along the way. The Lodge will be open. #valleyspur #crosscountry #snowphotos #SkiMichigan
FROM Hanson Hills >> ❄️ TODAY’S OPERATIONS & NORDIC UPDATE ❄️
Monday | January 12, 2026
Nordic Trails:
Yellow, Brown, Blue, Green, and M-93 were groomed with set tracks yesterday and are receiving fresh corduroy this morning—fantastic skiing conditions.
🔴 Red Trail:
Cleared and combed early. Expect soft, slower conditions as it continues to settle in.
🏁 COTE DAME MARIE — THIS SATURDAY!
📅 Saturday, January 17th
⏳ Online registration closes Thursday, January 15th at 11:59 PM
Sign up now and be part of a Grayling winter classic:
👉 runsignup.com/.../MI/Grayling/CoteDameMarieSkiLoppet
🎓 Snowsports School Update:
Our Learn to Ski Free Program, coordinated with Crawford AuSable Schools, begins today! We’re excited to welcome a new group of students to the slopes.
⛷️ Downhill & Tubing Operations Update:
Downhill and tubing operations will resume Friday, January 16th from 4:00–9:00 PM, kicking off our Friday Night Specials:
• $5 Lift Tickets
• $25 Rentals
• $15 Tubing Sessions
🎙️ Q-100 will be broadcasting LIVE from the lodge—don’t miss it!
Fresh grooming, programs kicking off, and a big week ahead—see you on the trails and in the lodge! #hansonhills #crosscountry #snowphotos #SkiMichigan❄️ TODAY’S OPERATIONS & NORDIC UPDATE ❄️
Monday | January 12, 2026
Nordic Trails:
Yellow, Brown, Blue, Green, and M-93 were groomed with set tracks yesterday and are receiving fresh corduroy this morning—fantastic skiing conditions.
🔴 Red Trail:
Cleared and combed early. Expect soft, slower conditions as it continues to settle in.
🏁 COTE DAME MARIE — THIS SATURDAY!
📅 Saturday, January 17th
⏳ Online registration closes Thursday, January 15th at 11:59 PM
Sign up now and be part of a Grayling winter classic:
👉 runsignup.com/Race/MI/Grayling/CoteDameMarieSkiLoppet
🎓 Snowsports School Update:
Our Learn to Ski Free Program, coordinated with Crawford AuSable Schools, begins today! We’re excited to welcome a new group of students to the slopes.
⛷️ Downhill & Tubing Operations Update:
Downhill and tubing operations will resume Friday, January 16th from 4:00–9:00 PM, kicking off our Friday Night Specials:
• $5 Lift Tickets
• $25 Rentals
• $15 Tubing Sessions
🎙️ Q-100 will be broadcasting LIVE from the lodge—don’t miss it!
Fresh grooming, programs kicking off, and a big week ahead—see you on the trails and in the lodge!
FROM Caberfae Peaks >> Finding those powder stashes!
#caberfaepeaks #SkiMichigan
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When this happens, it's usually because the owner only shared it with a small group of people, changed who can see it or it's been deleted.FROM Boyne Mountain Resort >> Remember when we stayed open til MIDNIGHT?
Yeah… we’re doing that again. And it’s less than a week away. 🌙
Friday, January 16 + February 13 | 5PM–MIDNIGHT
Details at the link in bio ➡️
See you under the lights.
Shot 100% on GoPro #boynemountain #SkiMichigan
FROM Caberfae Peaks >> Another epic day at the Peaks! Thanks to everyone who made it out.
#caberfaepeaks #snowphotos #caberfaepeakssnow #SkiMichigan
FROM Cross Country Ski Headquarters >> We are bringing the FUN to you on this beautiful Saturday!!
👉Winter Trails Day is off and running, with folks from Rochester, Traverse City, and beyond joining in a beginner ski lesson!
👉Bob is making his legendary Bean Bomb for lunch!! best enjoyed with a cold adult beverage. Learn the secret recipe from Grandma Garnica’s kitchen during the “Bean Bomb Cooking Show” at noon. Eat the bean Bomb from 1pm until sold out. *Free order of Bean Bomb when you buy a Bean Bomb shirt.
👉Logan Moore will be rocking the house with Live Music from 1 to 3 PM! 🎶🎤
What you waiting for? Get over here already!! #xcheadquarters #SkiMichigan
FROM Forbush Corner Cross-Country Skiing >> The cooler temperatures will allow us to get the PBs out and grooming again. Larry will start with the east side and swing over to the west side. There is snow coming in later in the day, forecast is for 3 to 6 by tomorrow winds gusting to 30 mph. Our base is still very much intact, fresh tracks will be set. In the wooded areas, expect some tree litter from the wind yesterday. Please check Nordic Pulse on our website for latest conditions. Open today through Monday, 9 to 5.
We now have a pulk for rent. It is a kid runner and seats 1 child. Daily rental is $25. #forbush #SkiMichiganThe cooler temperatures will allow us to get the PBs out and grooming again. Larry will start with the east side and swing over to the west side. There is snow coming in later in the day, forecast is for 3 to 6 by tomorrow winds gusting to 30 mph. Our base is still very much intact, fresh tracks will be set. In the wooded areas, expect some tree litter from the wind yesterday. Please check Nordic Pulse on our website for latest conditions. Open today through Monday, 9 to 5.
We now have a pulk for rent. It is a kid runner and seats 1 child. Daily rental is $25.
FROM Friends of Valley Spur >> 1/10, and John is grooming all trails but H. We didn't get new snow over night, but the temps are below freezing. John reports it looks pretty good but there is some equipment tracks on the skate lanes. We all need to help pick up sticks on the ski trails. Please don't ski by them. These sticks can destroy our grooming equipment. The lodge will be open today. #valleyspur #crosscountry #snowphotos #SkiMichigan
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