Team NordicSkiRacer women doing dry land hill training with weighted sleds. Go Sarah Newmister, Kirsten Hensley, and Skye Schultz...and Cathy Susan who took the photo!
Holiday Gift Suggestions! After all, 'tis the Season
11/22/2022 - By Ian Harvey
A ton of cool stuff!
What's new for the 2022-2023 Michigan Cup?
11/13/2022 - By Mike Muha
The Michigan Cup skiathlon is a highlight of the upcoming race season!
What's new at the Cross Country Ski Headquarters?
11/8/2022 - By Mariah Frye Colie
At Cross Country Ski Headquarters, getting people on the snow and having fun is our number one priority. This winter, we’re adding some new and bringing back some favorite special events to amplify the fun.
Nubs Nob extends XC ski trails
10/27/2022 - By Nubs Nob
Nubs Nob in Harbor Spring, Michigan, has added some new cross-country terrain. The Upper Red Loop was extended by a 1/2 mile on its northern extremity and Nubs re-routed the Lower Red Loop to follow flatter, more forgiving terrain for beginners.
2022-2023 US Cross County Ski Team announced
10/19/2022 - By US Ski and Snowboard
hree-time Olympic medalist Jessie Diggins, and two-time Olympians Rosie Brennan and Scott Patterson return to lead the team into the 2023 World Championship season.
2023 North American Vasa Registration is open!
10/15/2022 - By Gussie Peterson
Mark your calendar for February 11 & 12, and plan to join us for another great skiing and winter sports bash.
Grinder Rollerski Race CANCELLED
10/9/2022 - By Tim Furbacher
Many of our Junior slkiers have conflicts with their Cross-Country Running schedules and are not able to compete, so we've cancelled the event until next summer.
Crystal Mountain to hold rollerski race to top of the mountain, Oct 16
9/13/2022 - By Tim Furbacher
Crystal Community Ski Club Programs plans an 8k (senior) and 5k (junior) rollerski race to the top of Crystal Mountain on October 16, 2022.
Noquemanon Ski Marathon registration opens
9/5/2022 - By Noquemanon Ski Marathon
Registration for the 2023 Noquemanon Ski Marathon is now open! The registration pricing schedule for all events is listed below - note that our best rate of $75 is available throughout the entire month of September.
Michigan Tech releases first details around 2023 US XC Ski Championships
8/1/2022 - By Michigan Tech
Michigan Tech will host the 2023 Toyota U.S. Cross Country Ski National Championships presented by Hampton Inn & Suites of Houghton at the Tech Trails from January 2-7, 2023.
2022-23 Junior National Qualifying events announced
7/22/2022 - By Nick Baic
The CXC Cup Schedule for the Junior National Qualifying events is now set for 2022-2023 ski season. Two of the events will be held in Michigan, including races at Hickory Hills in Traverse City on January 28-29 and another weekend in Houghton on December.
103 Miles for a cause
6/24/2022 - By Jeff Moore
I am seeking your support again this year to help raise a minimum of $3,000 for cancer research via Pelotonia 2022. You may recall that I rode 103 miles for Pelotonia last year and with your help, I was successful raising over $10,000.
UPCOMING
SAT, DEC 10, 2022
Salomon CXC Cup
Midwest & Great Lakes Divisional Junior National Qualifier - Freestyle Sprint
Grand Avenue Nordic Center, Duluth, MN
Free Beginner Ski Lesson at XCHQ
Cross Country Ski Headquarter, 9435 N Cut Rd, Roscommon, MI 48653, 800-832-2663, info@crosscountryski.com, CrossCountrySki.com
CANCELLED! Winterstart: Lakes of the North Freestyle 7.5km
Lakes of the North, 8151 Pineview Drive, Mancelona, MI
XC Ski HQ Ski Team Kick-Off Dinner!
Cross Country Ski Headquarter, 9435 N Cut Rd, Roscommon, MI 48653, 800-832-2663, info@crosscountryski.com, CrossCountrySki.com
SUN, DEC 11, 2022
Salomon CXC Cup
Midwest & Great Lakes Divisional Junior National Qualifier - Individual Classic Distance
Grand Avenue Nordic Center, Duluth, MN
CANCELLED! Forbush Time Trial
Forbush Corner, 4971 W Co Rd 612, Frederic, MI 49733
SAT, DEC 17, 2022
Salomon CXC Cup
Midwest & Great Lakes Divisional Junior National Qualifier - Classic Sprint
Michigan Tech Trails, Houghton, MI
Free Beginner Ski Lesson at XCHQ
Cross Country Ski Headquarter, 9435 N Cut Rd, Roscommon, MI 48653, 800-832-2663, info@crosscountryski.com, CrossCountrySki.com
Skate and Classic Ski Clinics with Jordyn Ross
Cross Country Ski Headquarter, 9435 N Cut Rd, Roscommon, MI 48653, 800-832-2663, info@crosscountryski.com, CrossCountrySki.com
SUN, DEC 18, 2022
Salomon CXC Cup
Midwest & Great Lakes Divisional Junior National Qualifier - Individual Freestyle Distance
Michigan Tech Trails, Houghton, MI
Skate and Classic Ski Clinics with Jordyn Ross
Cross Country Ski Headquarter, 9435 N Cut Rd, Roscommon, MI 48653, 800-832-2663, info@crosscountryski.com, CrossCountrySki.com
WED, DEC 21, 2022
WED, DEC 28, 2022
Joe Frye Live at XCHQ
Cross Country Ski Headquarter, 9435 N Cut Rd, Roscommon, MI 48653, 800-832-2663, info@crosscountryski.com, CrossCountrySki.com
SAT, DEC 31, 2022
Free Beginner Ski Lesson at XCHQ
Cross Country Ski Headquarter, 9435 N Cut Rd, Roscommon, MI 48653, 800-832-2663, info@crosscountryski.com, CrossCountrySki.com
SUN, JAN 1, 2023
George Frye Live at XCHQ
Cross Country Ski Headquarter, 9435 N Cut Rd, Roscommon, MI 48653, 800-832-2663, info@crosscountryski.com, CrossCountrySki.com
MON, JAN 2, 2023
Discover Michigan Cross Country Skiing Program at XCHQ
Cross Country Ski Headquarter, 9435 N Cut Rd, Roscommon, MI 48653, 800-832-2663, info@crosscountryski.com, CrossCountrySki.com
2023 U.S. Cross Country Ski National Championships: Race Day - Freestyle 10km Interval Start (5km course)
Michigan Tech Trails, Houghton, Michigan
WED, JAN 4, 2023
2023 U.S. Cross Country Ski National Championships: Race Day - Classic Sprint
Michigan Tech Trails, Houghton, Michigan
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LATEST TRAIL CONDITIONS
TUE, DEC 6
Hanson Hills: Grayling Received 2 inches of snow overnight making for a beautiful white backdrop. We will not be running grooming equipment as snow is looking to be temporary with temperatures expected to be in the mid/high 30s today.
Season Passes are on Sale, you may purchase online at: https://runsignup.com/Race/MI/Grayling/HansonHillsSeasonPasses
SUN, DEC 4
Lakes of the North: About two inches on the course, there were some skate and classic tracks around, so someone had been out there. Some blowing snow, but coverage was good on the greenways and even in the thicker grass. Needs a few more inches to make much of a trail yet.
Interlochen Golf Course: Great sunny ski at IGC after Paula texted me they were there & had good glide. I had planned to hike with a group but prefer XC skiing this time of year. There wasn’t much snow but frozen grass underneath, so hoping for more soon. Let it snow!
Bay Meadows GC: Beautiful sunny day, tried to talk Karen into skiing with our Evo's. She didn't think conditions would be very good even though I told her yesterday was great. She relented and was surprised how good it was. With the no wax classic Evo's we could ski everywhere without hitting any grass or dirt. Again, just the right combination of snow and cold temps with frozen ground. Cliff was there again skating and he liked it better than even yesterday.
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