Doug Cornell says Forbush Corner has been fantastic for skiing!
Rain & Snow Predicted for Women's 10K Classic
2/15/2006 - By US Ski Team
Weather forecasts call for a mix of rain and snow, absolutely the worst possible conditions for a classical race. ,
A Classic Trip to the Homelands
2/15/2006 - By Christian Byar
I’m writing this on my flight back from holiday to Europe which consisted of 9 days in Finland and 5 days in Germany. I realized during the flight to Germany that the trip coincidently involved visiting the homelands of both sides of my family.,
TART Groomers Attend Cross Country Ski Grooming Clinic
2/14/2006 - By Missy Luyk
Jim Dombrowski and Dick Naperala attended the two day event which was attended by 60 groomers from Michigan, Minnesota, Wisconsin and Canada.,
US Biathlon Guard Changes in 10K Sprint
2/14/2006 - By US Biathlon Association
Olympic “rookies” Tim Burke and Lowell Bailey topped veteran biathletes Jeremy Teela and Jay Hakkinen today’s 10K Sprint competition at the Torino Olympic Winter Games.,
CXC Announces 'CXC Team'
2/14/2006 - By Yuriy Gusev
The vision of CXC Team is to close the gap between junior and senior athlete development by providing professional world class training and coaching opportunities.,
Crystal Highlander Gets Snow!
2/14/2006 - By Roger Putman
Several inches new snow last night...track set is good. At this point, the race is a go,
US Women's Team Get Police Escort to Pursuit
2/14/2006 - By Abby Larson - CXC Web Site
The US women were supposed to have gotten a private shuttle from the Olympic Village. Well, our ride doesn't show up...,
Canadians Scott & Renner Win Silver in Sprint Relay
2/14/2006 - By Mike Muha
Beckie Scott and Sara Renner get silver medals in the women's classic sprint at the Torino Olypmics today - even after a broken pole!,
Randall, Wagner 10th in Team Sprint
2/14/2006 - By US Ski Team
The cross country duo of Kikkan Randall and Wendy Wagner finished 10th in the Olympic Team Sprint Monday, marking the first time U.S. women have made finals in a top international contest.,
Photos from the 2006 Gran Travers 16Km Classic Race
2/14/2006 - By Ken Dawson
See photos Ken Dawson took of the 2006 Gran Travers 16Km Classic cross country ski race.,
Some Photos from the 2006 North American Vasa
2/14/2006 - By Pete Edwards
Some photos taken by Pete Edwards of the 2006 North American Vasa.,
Get a Great Lakes Marathon Series Pin
2/14/2006 - By Ernie Brumbaugh
Do 3 out of 4 Michigan marathons and get a gold or silver GLMS pin.,
UPCOMING
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)
US Cross-Country National Championships - 10 km Interval Start Classic
Mt Van Hoevenberg, 31 Van Hoevenberg Way, Lake Placid, NY 12946
Eric McDonald Live (2:30-4:30)
Cross Country Ski Headquarters, 9435 N. Cut Rd., Roscommon, MI 48653 (800-832-2663)
MON, JAN 5, 2026
Discover Michigan Cross Country Skiing Program
Cross Country Ski Headquarters, 9435 N. Cut Rd., Roscommon, MI 48653 (800-832-2663)
TUE, JAN 6, 2026
US Cross-Country National Championships - Individual Sprint Freestyle
Mt Van Hoevenberg, 31 Van Hoevenberg Way, Lake Placid, NY 12946
THU, JAN 8, 2026
US Cross-Country National Championships - Mass Start Freestyle
Mt Van Hoevenberg, 31 Van Hoevenberg Way, Lake Placid, NY 12946
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LATEST TRAIL CONDITIONS
TUE, DEC 23
Huron Meadows Metropark: Buck's Run is in great shape. "A" skis. Firm surface that staying firm from the cold seeping from the ground. A little softness on top. A couple places where it's a little hard. Tracks are in really good shape and deep. Get out and skiing!
Cross Country Ski Headquarters: We received about a half inch of dense, fresh snow overnight. This has improved the trail surface significantly, as it has covered the pine needles and oak leaves with great success. The snow itself is pretty moist, but snow nonetheless! Enjoy the conditions early today as temps are on the rise. Classic tracks will be nice this morning. Day lodge and cafe are open.
Hiawatha Highlands: Happy Christmas Eve Eve :) It's a warm one out there today....and it's currently foggy up here -- adding to the beautiful magic of skiing through the woods!
The 2 km Lighted was groomed for both classic and skate. The groomer is currently on the Crystal system cleaning it up. It will be set for both classic and skate when they're done.
We hope everybody has a great day!!
Hanson Hills: Due to warmer snow conditions, we’ve decided to keep grooming equipment off the trails for now to protect the base. The good news—conditions are still skiing well, so get out and enjoy a great day on the snow.
Lodge and Trails open at 9am
MON, DEC 22
Forbush Corner: Super fast, glazed, crunchy goodness, flying down the tracks. 27° F at 11 AM, no new snow, no wind. Rex liquid red klister was perfect, fast climbs and descents on fresh groom on Home Run Hill. Freeway connector was especially nice- deep, molded tracks, clean snow. Other fast skiers were using zero skis or skating..Tiny bits of drizzle and bursts of fat snowflakes near 12 gave way to softer snow by 2pm. Could still do fast laps on Linda’s link, though my grip could not hold for tracks on the hills at end, 34°F.
Forbush Corner: Looks like a nice winter day to be outside. All trails are open and tracked. Some limited grooming today, getting to the point where more snow is needed on the trails in the woods. Open 9 to 5 today. Then closed 23, 24, and 25. We will then reopen on the 26th and stay open, 9 to 5, everyday through Jan 5th. Happy Holidays all!
Huron Meadows Metropark: Hey SK8TR BOIS: please try to keep your ski tips out of the classic tracks on Bucks Run. Instead, use that destructive energy to knock down the little berm the groomer leaves for you on the skate deck - thanks
Classic skiers: the man made snow is fast and there is good grip with fish scales going up the “hill” - enjoy!
Cross Country Ski Headquarters: Good morning! Groomer Mike snow combed all the trails this morning, leaving the trail surface very nice. The big debris has been cleared, but there are still little bits of debris down on the trails from the big winds of the last couple days. All trails are open. Classic tracks are in mixed condition, with some parts OK, and some parts washed out and/or glazed. The cafe and day lodge are open!
Hiawatha Highlands: Good Morning, it's Monday!! We hope everybody had a great weekend :)
The groomer was out last night -- All systems were groomed for both classic and skate, minus the Hiawatha loop on the Crystal system.
Come on up and enjoy this beautiful day! Why, you ask? Cross-country skiing gives you peace and energy. Your lungs are full of cold, clean air, a warm flush to your face, and the quiet confidence that only comes from moving your own body through real winter.
If winter feels long, this is the sport that turns it into something to look forward to :)
Have a great Monday everybody!!
Hanson Hills: Lodge and Trails are open at 9am.
All Trails, Yellow, Brown, Blue, Green, and Sue’s Return have a packed skate deck with set tracks from yesterday.
Groomer Dan is out this morning combing M-93 and Red.
Wilderness has tracks set on Saturday and is skiing well.
Enjoy the trails and have a great ski day!
Forbush Corner: Looks like a nice winter day to be outside. All trails are open and tracked. Some limited grooming today, getting to the point where more snow is needed on the trails in the woods. Open 9 to 5 today. Then closed 23, 24, and 25. We will then reopen on the 26th and stay open, 9 to 5, everyday through Jan 5th. Happy Holidays all!
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