Doug Cornell says Forbush Corner has been fantastic for skiing!
Weather Gods Smile on Duathlon 3
11/14/2005 - By Mike Muha
Once again the weather gods smiled upon the racers during the 3rd Team NordicSkiRacer.com Duathlon. Forecasts of rain gave way clearing skies and warm temperatures.,
Hap Wright Claims First Skiable Snow in Gaylord
11/12/2005 - By Hap Wright
There was enough snow to get in a good classical workout with some double poling, diagonal striding and even some double pole kick as well as some hills. That wet stuff dripping down my back and down my forehead is definitely not the morning dew.,
November 12 Rollerski with Team NordicSkiRacer.com
11/12/2005 - By Mike Muha
A couple of University of Michigan skiers showed up for the Saturday morning rollerski at Kensignton Metropark. We had another perfect day for rollerskiing! A few of us took it easy in preparation for tomorrow's Duathlon.,
Vasa 30th Anniversary Specials
11/12/2005 - By Jim Dombrowski
This year marks the 30th anniversary of the North American Vasa. In recognition of this special anniversary we are offering a great low entry fee for the 2006 Vasa. The 30 year, 30 dollar, until 30 Days special.,
Butch says, 'It's one sexy trail'
11/12/2005 - By Justin Andre
Hanson Hills has re-routed it's trails once again this year. The major changes are on the Red trail, which is now a completely new trail system.,
Holiday Inn Sponsors Christmas Classic Ski Races
11/11/2005 - By Joe Haggenmiller
The Houghton Holiday Inn Express Christmas Classic Ski Races will be held on the MTU Trails Dec.17-18, 2005. They are JOQs for both the Midwest and Great Lakes Districts and will take place on the Junior Olympic courses.,
Milan Baic Comments on Fischer Skis & Boots
11/10/2005 - By Milan Baic
Just thought I might comment on the recent report on Fischer skis and boots, since I've been on Fischer skis for the last 13 years and was somewhat of a test pilot on the new Centrix boots last year. ,
White Pine Adds Retro-Classic 10K Event
11/9/2005 - By White Pine Stampede
The White Pine Stampede has added a 10K wooden ski race as part of it's 30th Anniversary celebration, with contests for Best Retro Gear and Best Retro Outfit.,
Fairbanks SuperTour Pursuit Race Photos
11/7/2005 - By Mike Muha
Photos from the SuperTour Pursuit Race held Sunday in Fairbanks, Alaska. The high temperature for the race was a balmy -4.5F. Kris Freeman and Becky Scott take the wins.,
Chris Hall joins Fischer Sports as Director of Nordic Racing
11/6/2005 - By Andy Canniff (Fischer Sports)
Fischer VP Sales and Marketing Peter Ashley, has announced Chris Hall as Director of Nordic Racing. Hall will take over the position recently vacated by Eli Brown’s departure to the University of Utah.,
Fischer Skis and Boots 2005/06
11/6/2005 - By Andy Canniff, Fisher Sports
For 2005/06, Fischer introduces two new classic skis and makes widely available the new dimensional RCS Skating ski. The widely-successful Centrix boots return with upgrades that raise the performance bar even further.,
CXC SuperTour - Masters Cup
11/4/2005 - By Scott Wilson
Central Cross Country Skiing (CXC) is pleased to announce the CXC Masters Cup. A fun new age handicap point system race series for all area master level CXC members. ,
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
WED, DEC 24
Crystal Mountain: We’re still seeing good coverage throughout most of our trail system! The flats are ready for you, though we’ve had to put the hills on pause for just a bit. The great news? Next week’s forecast is calling for more snow, which should really help us dial in those conditions.
If you're heading out, the morning sessions are definitely the way to go. Our grooming crews have been hard at work, and the trails are at their best when the temperatures are still crisp. See you out there!
Hanson Hills: Though not perfect the trails were wonderful to skate on this morning. It was 30 degrees and they were fast even on my rock skis waxed with scraped storage wax. (Sad I Know ). Trails were freshly, lightly groomed so control was excellent. Skating was best at least on all trails as track icy though Wilderness looked better. Some dirt sticks and leaves but avoidable. I did yellow brown and blue both ways. So much fun. My early Christmas present. Saw skiers from Vasa and Forbush, smiles abounded to be on such lovely trails.
Stokely Creek: Perfect rocket fast skating with enough control for the eye watering downhills on Baas Bypass. Classic track firm and deep too. Not the whole system open yet, but enough to tire out my old legs.
Huron Meadows Metropark: Buck's Run still has complete coverage! But you'll have to walk a bit to get to it: the clubhouse is closed as is the clubhouse parking lot. Classic tracks are very hard pack or ice but still deep enough to stay on the track. The skating lane is hard pack but several people were skating without any trouble. Me? Klister. But my Rex "Oi" just wasn't working very well, probably because of the rushed job of waxing. Great day to doublepole!
Cross Country Ski Headquarters: After the warmup yesterday, things cooled back down overnight and the grooming team is out there this morning scraping up some of the glazed over sections. Some areas in the shade are still quite nice, but there are also some slick sections out there that would respond well to metal edge skis. Looks like snow Friday morning, so we should have nice skiing this weekend!
Hanson Hills: Warm temps yesterday, but everything firmed back up overnight and the trails are holding up well. Groomer Dan is out with the PB 100 this morning, scratching up the skate lanes on Yellow, Brown, and Blue to freshen things up.
Lodge and Trails open at 9am.
Get out and enjoy it!
Hiawatha Highlands: Good Christmas Eve Morning Snow Lovers!!
The groomer was out this morning -- the Pinder system, Red Pine system and the 2 km Lighted have all been Piston Bully groomed for both classic and skate.
Reminder: We are open today until 3 p.m. and closed tomorrow (Christmas Day), back open Boxing Day 10 a.m.
Come on up and take advantage of our beautiful trails -- no noise, no stress, it's just you, the snow, and the sound of your skis. Even a short loop can feel like a retreat from the busyness that this season can bring :)
The staff at Hiawatha Highlands wishes everyone a very Merry Christmas....have fun on the trails!
Huron Meadows Metropark: Question- If Bucks was not groomed this morning, will it be too icy to skate today seeing how cold it got last night?
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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