After several years of absence, it's back! The Grand Rapids Nordic Ski Team has volunteered to sponsor the one of the season opener races for the Michigan Cup.
The course is about +/- 7km, mostly flat, with a few easy hills.
Post race meal provided.
Online registration: $25 (Online registration ends Wednesday November 9).
Register at SkiReg: https://www.skireg.com/lakes-of-the-north-winterstart-sponsored-by-grnst
Onsite registration (day of race): $30, cash or check.
Conditions can vary greatly this early in the season, from deep snow, to fast hardpack, to damp snow, to perfect conditions.
Check out their snowcam at https://www.ipcamlive.com/61019fa1322cc and check back to NordicSkiRacer for up-to-date course conditions.