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.
RESULTS: Brad Baas and Sarah Duclos win Frosty Freestyle
1/8/2022 - By Mike Muha
We had what were arguably the best conditions ever for the 2022 Frosty Freestyle. Firm base and soft top for skating, deep and firm tracks for classic.
Wax recommendations for Frosty Freestyle and Krazy Klassic races
1/6/2022 - By Mike Muha
Wax recommendations for the this weekend's Michigan Cup races, the Frosty Freestyle and the Krazy Klassic. Excellent man-made snow conditions are forecasted!
Toko tests new powder top coats at US Nationals
1/4/2022 - By Ian Harvey
Soelden 15 is a test wax (a non fluorinated top coat) that did extremely well in testing two weeks ago so I contacted our chemist and he flew some out to me for the races.
New Toko top coat powers beat old pure fluors
12/29/2021 - By Ian Harvey
At Soldier Hollow, we just tested lots of different new formulas of new fluoro free Topcoats and were surprised and pleased by the results.
Michigan Cup individual standings through the first two races
12/28/2021 - By Mike Muha
Ken Dawson, Points Keeper for the Michigan Cup, has released the current individual standings in the Michigan Cup through the Forbush Time Trial.
Toko testing new products
12/28/2021 - By Ian Harvey
We have lots of new products, from many formulas of new fluoro-free topcoats (available next year) to new High Performance hot waxes and liquid paraffins.
High winds damage Corsair Ski Trails, need help
12/20/2021 - By Crosair Ski Trails
During last Friday’s record warm temperature and sustained high winds, the Corsair Ski Trails incurred severe damage. The trails are blocked and inaccessible. We need help.
Boyne Vistas race cancelled
12/20/2021 - By Mike Muha
Unfortunately for the Michigan Cup community, Race Director Nick Baic will be the Assistant Technical Delegate at the Birkie Week this year and will not be able to put on the Boyne Vistas race.
Michigan Cup rosters due December 31
12/19/2021 - By Carole Mueller-Brumbaugh
The first pass of the Michigan Cup team rosters are due December 31, 2021. The final roster and ONE check for for the number of team members x $7 is due January 31.
Vasa Ski Clubs has commanding lead in Brumbaugh Cup
12/18/2021 - By Mike Muha
After two races, the Vasa Ski Club has a massive lead in the senior Brumbaugh Cup competition with 102 points. Grand Rapids Nordic and Hanson Hills/Cross Country Ski Shop are second and third.
RESULTS: Kevin Tarras and Christina Turman win Forbush Time Trial
12/18/2021 - By Mike Muha
The Forbush Corner Nordic Time Trial was like racing on a highway - immaculate trails, fast classic tracks, and great snow! The tracks were fast on the downhill, and marathon skating in the tracks around inside corners was exceptional.
RESULTS: Tarras and Chapman win gnarly Lakes of the North Freestyle
12/17/2021 - By Mike Muha
It was another epic race at Lakes of the North: Sixteen inches of snow, rain, snow, fog, and...interesting trail grooming!
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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