Cross Country Ski Headquarters reports that the ice storm took its toll on the ski trail, with downed trees and sticks lodged in the ice. They are working to open a trail. Forbush Corner is still investigating the damage but hopes to have something open this coming Thursday.
Vasa junior team sprint results
1/19/2022 - By Amy Powell
The Vasa Junior team spends Tuesday night racing sprints. Here are the results and a little description of the last two Vasa Tuesday Night Sprints events.
Noquemanon Ski Marathon cancels awards ceremony
1/19/2022 - By Noquemanon Ski Marathon
While we do believe we can hold the Noquemanon Ski Marathon safely (as other events have proven) we have decided it is in the best interest of all participants that we cancel the awards ceremony to further reduce the opportunities to gather in close proxi
Kids ski program returns to Huron Meadows on Wed, Jan 19
1/16/2022 - By Mike Muha
After missing a year because of COVID-19, the four-night ski program for kids to learn to ski returns to Huron Meadows Metropark in Brighton, MI.
Sten Fjeldheim interview with Toko's Ian Harvey
1/16/2022 - By Iain Harvey
Sten is a true legend. His athletes and community revere him not only for amazing achievement but also for the profound change he has made in them.
Team NordicSkiRacer jumps to lead in Brumbaugh Cup
1/16/2022 - By Kyle Hanson
After four races, Team NordicSki gains the lead in the Brumbaug Cup, followed by Hanson Hills / Cross Country Ski Shop and the Grand Rapids Nordic Ski Team. Vasa Ski Club dropped from first to fourth.
RESULTS: Jorden Wakeley and Jordyn Ross win a cold Cote Dame Marie
1/15/2022 - By Mike Muha
Me: Did you guys survive the cold? Charles: Barely. Doug: The cold was bone chilling, but I survived. Allen: My fingers came back by 8 km in.
White Pine Stampede 50k shortened to 30k
1/14/2022 - By Ben Tarbutton
This year, the White Pine Stampede will still offer distances of 10k, 20k, and 30k. The 50k course was the biggest change with new property owners and therefore will be reduced to a 30k.
Michigan Cup individual standings through the first four races
1/14/2022 - By Mike Muha
Ken Dawson, Points Keeper for the Michigan Cup, has released the current individual standings in the Michigan Cup through the Frosty Fest weelend.
Cote Dame Marie waxing recommendation - Brrrrr!
1/13/2022 - By Mike Muha
Before you wax, make sure you register for the Cote Dame Marie - there is no onsite or day-of-race registration!
UDATED: Junior Nordic Rally added to MI Cup calendar
1/13/2022 - By Mike Muha
Nub's Nob and the Nub’s Nob XC Academy are sponsoring the
RESULTS: Krazy Klassic won by Brad Baas and Rebecca Davis
1/13/2022 - By Mike Muha
Things warmed up into the mid-thirties by the time Sunday's Krazy Klassic started. Quadruple tracks (two out, two in) were set from the club house / start line / lap out to the loop in the woods, and triple tracks were set through the woods.
Vasa…. What’s Happening?!
1/11/2022 - By Gussie Peterson
Despite rumors to the contrary, the North American VASA is alive and well, and excited to be back in business for our 46th year after a one-year COVID break.
UPCOMING
FRI, MAR 20, 2026
FRI, MAR 27, 2026
2026 US Ski & Snowboard SuperTour Finals - 1.5km classic sprint
Craftsbury Outdoor Center, 535 Lost Nation Road, Craftsbury Common, VT
SAT, MAR 28, 2026
2026 US Ski & Snowboard SuperTour Finals - 4 x 5km mixed gender club relay
Craftsbury Outdoor Center, 535 Lost Nation Road, Craftsbury Common, VT
Team NSR End-of-Season and Groomer Appreciation Party!
Huron Meadows Metropark Ski Center, 8765 Hammel Rd, Brighton, MI 48116
SUN, MAR 29, 2026
2026 US Ski & Snowboard SuperTour Finals - 40km freestyle mass start
Craftsbury Outdoor Center, 535 Lost Nation Road, Craftsbury Common, VT
TUE, MAR 31, 2026
Citizen’s Night Ski Race Series
Main MTU Trailhead, Michigan Tech Trails, Houghton, Michigan
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LATEST TRAIL CONDITIONS
WED, MAR 18
Forbush Corner: It took a couple of days but we are dug out, and all trails are clear. 100%+ coverage. We plan to be open the next 5 days, Thursday through Monday, 9 to 5. Grooming plan for skate and classic (might change depending on weather): East side trails will be groomed tomorrow. West side Friday, and Pines Loop on Saturday.
Big M: Perfect, but warming tomorrow, thursday
Cross Country Ski Headquarters: After a long day's work, the practice field, Blizzard Trail, and Trappers Cabin trail are all skiable. There are some really pleasant sections, as well as area with sawdust, branches embedded in ice, jack pine needle clumps, and some precarious looking trees!
After the chainsaws and tractors went through, we were able to snowcomb a path. Classic skiing on fishscale skis is recommended, as waxable classics and skins may attract unwanted pines needle and sawdust!
We have rentals available for anyone who doesn't want to use their "A" skis. Skating is not recommended, except on the practice field. We will get back out there tomorrow and see if there is anything else that we can open up. Thank you for your patience and you good cheer!
Stokely Creek: I was told there would be Spring Skiing. I'm running out of blue wax.
Unlisted trail: Crawford County
Crust skiing is at optimal levels. The recent ice and snow storm has produced a ski surface throughout the local region that only comes once in a great while.
TUE, MAR 17
Unlisted trail: Crawford County
Crust skiing is at optimal levels. The recent ice and snow storm has produced a ski surface throughout the local region that only comes once in a great while.
Stokely Creek: Wow, a bonus day of perfect cold snow skiing! Blue sky, blue wax and a pristine track to Norms Cabin.
Cross Country Ski Headquarters: Well, what an eventful couple of days. We had a major storm system move though Sunday night, and with it, lots of ice and winds. The shop has been without power or phone lines for 2 days, but our generators have kept the heat on and all is well inside. Outside is a different story...
The trails have been hit pretty hard, to the point where most are impassable without hurdling fallen trees. Not to mention the 1,000,000 sticks that have lodged themselves into the ice throughout the 19km network. It will be a big project to clean up. This afternoon, there was a gentle, picturesque snow fall, lightly dusting the devastation with a layer of fresh fallen snow. Though beautiful, slightly painful to watch because we knew we couldn't really ski on it due to the massive amount sticks and branches everywhere. The trails have about 1/2" of fresh snow on top of 1" of ice crust, with 3-4" of soft powder underneath, rendering the use of heavy equipment null.
We will do an extensive survey tomorrow to see if we can salvage one trail for the rest of this season, and will update from there. Rest assured we will keep our heads high and carry on! The shop will be open 10-5 if anyone wants to come warm up and say hi. Stay safe, and stay warm!
Forbush Corner: Well, the storm left us with a weird mess of frozen snow. We spent over an hour trying to break it up and access the doors of the shop, yurt, ski school and vault toilets. We were unsuccessful with the vault toilets, but will try again once it warms up. Wednesday's plan is to get the piles of built up cement snow out of the entrances and get the parking lot plowed. We will also check the trails for downfall.
We plan to open up this Thursday through Monday. Looks like another great week of skiing is on tap.
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