Doug Cornell says Forbush Corner has been fantastic for skiing!
Applying a Toko HF Blue/XCold Mix
12/21/2011 - By Ian Harvey
The video below demonstrates how to mix HF Blue and XCold Powder, a very common and successful combination.
Nordic Nights Dine & Glide at Muskegon Winter Sports Complex
12/20/2011 - By Ellen Berends
The Muskegon Winter Sports Complex is extremely excited to partner with Mia and Grace for a seris of Nordic Nights Dine & Glides. This will be hands down one of the best culinary experiences in Michigan this winter!
MTU first, CSS second in mini-meet at MTU
12/19/2011 - By St. Scholastica
The cancellation of the first weekend of racing, sent a small group of skiers from Northern Michigan University, Michigan Tech, and St. Scholastica to a single day, 10km freestyle mini-meet at the Michigan tech trail system.
Start crash takes out Randall in sprint finals
12/18/2011 - By USSA
FIS Cross Country World Cup leader Kikkan Randall set the pace in the opening heats but went down hard in a start crash that took her out of Sunday's finals, finishing sixth.
35 show for Wintercameandwente "flash mob"
12/17/2011 - By Curt Peterson
Two Wintercameandwente ski races took place today, with Eli Brown winning both. About 35 people were in attendance with most choosing to race these informal races.
Career best classic finishes in new snow
12/17/2011 - By USSA
TheTeam's technicians delivered the skis with Kikkan Randall setting the pace finishing 11th, followed by Holly Brooks 19th and Liz Stephen 22nd in the 10k, with Andy Newell kicking off the day in a brilliant 24th in the men's 15k – all career bests.
Wintercameandwente race TOMORROW!
12/16/2011 - By Eli Brown
Since the season opener race in Gaylord has been cancelled (rescheduled), we need to make something happen! Come join in on this informal race and ski at Lakes of the North Golf Course near Mancelona.
Birkie sponsors making entries available to benefit Multiple Sclerosis
12/14/2011 - By Susan Kendrick
The 2012 Birkebeiner and Kortelopet races were capped and close on November 21. But there are 20 entries available through an MS auction. This is your last chance to get an entry for this year's race!
Meet the Toko World Cup Race Service Team
12/14/2011 - By Toko USA
Who's who on the Toko Nordic World Cup Race Service Team...
Rossignol completes Nordic reorganization
12/14/2011 - By Ryan Green
Rossignol has completed the reorganization of its Nordic division, including a new Nordic Division Manager, the appointment of a new Nordic Racing Coordinator, and the addition of five-regional Nordic tech reps in addition to the existing sales force.
WinterSonnenwende will not count for Junior points
12/13/2011 - By Ernie Brumbaugh
The new date for the WinterSonnenwende fits nicely with the Michigan Cup schedule for a number of reasons. The only negative is that it won't count as a Junior Race as it conflicts with the Michigan High School Championships.
WinterSonnenwende rescheduled to Feb 18, 2012
12/13/2011 - By Chris Dandeneau
WinterSonnenwende is moving from this weekend (Dec 17) to February 18th, 2012 because of lack of snow.
UPCOMING
SAT, DEC 20, 2025
Free Beginner Ski Lesson
Cross Country Ski Headquarters, 9435 N. Cut Rd., Roscommon, MI 48653 (800-832-2663)
SUN, DEC 21, 2025
XC Ski HQ Ski: George Frye Live
Cross Country Ski Headquarters, 9435 N. Cut Rd., Roscommon, MI 48653 (800-832-2663)
THU, DEC 25, 2025
SUN, DEC 28, 2025
XC Ski HQ Ski: JoeFrye Live
Cross Country Ski Headquarters, 9435 N. Cut Rd., Roscommon, MI 48653 (800-832-2663)
THU, JAN 1, 2026
SAT, JAN 3, 2026
Winter Wolf Skiathlon
Hanson Hills Recreation Area, 7601 Old Lake Rd, Grayling, Michigan 49738 (989-348-9266)
Skate and Classic Ski Clinics with Jordyn Ross
Cross Country Ski Headquarters, 9435 N. Cut Rd., Roscommon, MI 48653 (800-832-2663)
SUN, JAN 4, 2026
Nordic Ski Junior Racers training session (Team NordicSkiRacer)
Huron Meadows Metropark, 8765 Hammel Rd, Brighton, MI 48116
Skate and Classic Ski Clinics with Jordyn Ross
Cross Country Ski Headquarters, 9435 N. Cut Rd., Roscommon, MI 48653 (800-832-2663)
Eric McDonald Live (2:30-4:30)
Cross Country Ski Headquarters, 9435 N. Cut Rd., Roscommon, MI 48653 (800-832-2663)
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LATEST TRAIL CONDITIONS
FRI, DEC 19
Dunes Golf Club: Thanks Ken,
The dunes has always been an amazing place the way it repairs itself after a weather event that we just had. The topography sets it up as as snow catcher in a gorgeous setting.
Plowed parking at entrance.
4mi east of Empire on m-72
No charge no park pass
Dunes Golf Club: Fresh snow on top of good base. Great Evo conditions, setting track for Karen skiing behind me. She sad a good equalizer. Nice base everywhere on golf course. Looks like we didn't receive much rain which was great to keep what we had. Skied 18 holes under par.
Kenny Slower Skier
Huron Meadows Metropark: There was a tree down blocking most of the trail at around 3:30. Marv, Vasili and I cleared most of it. Otherwise, the trail in the woods was great, pretty fast. No connector. Had to walk across the golf course
Huron Meadows Metropark: Bucks is open. No connector. It is pretty much how you’d expect. Fast and a bit icy in a couple spots, but mostly controllable for skating. There are tracks which looked solid but some parts looked quite icy. Only one small dirt spot near the top of the “big hill. There is however quite a bit of small debris blown on to it.
Hanson Hills: 12/19/2025
Trail Closure Update
Trails are OPEN! As of 1:30pm we have combed Red, Yellow, Blue, M-93 Hills. Tracks have been set on All Trails out to Blue, Blue to Sue's Return.
Huron Meadows Metropark: Posting from Huron Meadows Metropark website: "Bucks Run will be groomed for skate and classic skiing today, but please know that there is no connector trail available. Without the connector available you will have to walk to the start of the trail. For your safety and the safety of our staff please adhere to Bucks Run hours. Bucks Run is open Monday – Friday 12 pm – 7:45 pm and Saturday – Sunday 9 am – 7:45 pm, weather and conditions permitting.
Due to the weather conditions yesterday no other trails are available at this time."
Hanson Hills: Operations Update
Trails will remain closed today.
The rain has moved on, and now we’re in patient mode—waiting for that moisture in our snow base to lock back up so we can safely fire up the grooming equipment. Cold temps, do your thing.
Forbush Corner: Larry is grooming east side trails. Current temp is 19. Moist new snow over skate deck. Same for tracks.
Hiawatha Highlands: Happy Friday! It is snowing up here (great job keeping your dancing shoes on)! However, the conditions this morning are icy on top with slush underneath due to the amount of rain we got yesterday and into the evening.
The groomers rolled all the systems yesterday in preparation for the dropping temperatures. Tracks were not set. They will be waiting until we get more snow to get back out on the trails.
Reminder: Jackrabbit program runs tomorrow from 10 a.m. to 12 noon.
We hope everyone has a great Friday!
Cross Country Ski Headquarters: Although the temps have gotten back below freezing, we still need to let the trails firm back up from the warm wet weather yesterday. The trials will be closed today in order to make sure we can have good skiing for the weekend. Luckily, we still have a good base, and, it is snowing right now and we should see a little accumulation today. We plan to head out either sometime later today or tomorrow morning to scrape up the crusty top coat and blend it with the new snow to get some great skiing for tomorrow and through the weekend. We'll be skiing again in no time!
Forbush Corner: Winter has returned overnight. Flash freeze, lake effect and windy conditions will contribute to taking longer today to determine a grooming plan, so consider delaying coming out right away.
THU, DEC 18
Forbush Corner: Just confirming that we will be closed today due to the rain and warm up. Cold temperatures will return tomorrow along with some lake effect snow. We do plan on reopening tomorrow and welcome the return of winter over the weekend.
Hanson Hills: Trail Closure Update
Due to today’s rain and warmer temperatures, we are temporarily closing our Cross Country and Fat Bike Trails until colder conditions allow the trails to firm back up. This helps protect the trail surface so we can get back to great conditions as soon as possible.
Please be mindful if you are skiing, walking, hiking, or snowshoeing. A good general rule of thumb: if you are sinking in and leaving ruts or footprints, the trails are too soft and we ask that you discontinue that activity.
Thank you for your patience and for helping us protect the trails—we’ll be back to smooth conditions soon.
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