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Rebecca Davis brings it home for the win at Black Mountain Classic! (Photo: Rachelle Howe)

Noah Hoffman back in US with broken Fibula

12/1/2014 - By Mike Muha

A broken fibula is going to put a big crimp on Noah Hoffman 's World Cup seaon. Hoffman broke it on a a very familiar but fast downhill corner in the 15 kilometer classic individual start race in Kuusamo, Finland.

Sadie Bjornsen takes 17th in Ruka; Noah Hoffman heads to hospital

11/30/2014 - By USSA

Sadie Bjornsen led the U.S. Ski Team with a 17th place in the 10k classic individual event in Ruka. Noah Hoffman was transported to a local medical facility for evaluation of an ankle injury following a crash on a steep and icy descent.

Become a PSIA Nordic ski instructor

11/30/2014 - By Mike Muha

The Professional Ski Instructors of America (Central Division) will hold training, workshops, exam prep and Level 1 and Level exams at Boyne Highlands in Harbor Springs the weekend of December 6 and 7.

Sargent 5th (career best) in Kuusamo classic sprint

11/29/2014 - By USSA

Ida Sargent skied to a fifth place finish in the cross country classic sprint World Cup opener in Kuusamo, Finland Saturday, earning a career best individual finish.

Better double-poling with supple ankles

11/26/2014 - By USSA

U.S. Ski Team coach Jason Cork explains the importance of keeping ankles supple for efficient movement and to avoid chronic back pain when using the double poling technique.

Free prizes from TokoUS on Instagram

11/25/2014 - By Ian Harvey

Toko will send a pair of ski ties and a 3mm plexiscraper to anyone who gives @TokoUS a shout out on Instagram. You have to tag @TokoUS in order to qualify. After the shout out has been completed, dm @TokoUS with your mailing address.

2014-15 U.S. Cross Country Ski Team announced

11/24/2014 - By USSA

The 2014-15 U.S. Cross Country Ski Team was announced today on the eve of the International Ski Federation (FIS) World Cup opener this weekend in Ruka, Finland. All 10 members of the A and B Teams are past members of Olympic and World Championship teams.

Petition Update: DNR reports on new Vasa fat bike trail

11/24/2014 - By Mike Muha

"Vasa Skiers" provided an update to the original petition opened on Change.org back in April 2014, following the recent DNR meeting with skiers and bikers on November 20, 2014. This is the full text of the press release by &quoVasa Skiers".

Fundamental body position and movement patterns of Classic Skiing

11/24/2014 - By USSA

U.S. Ski Team coach Bryan Fish reviews the fundamental body positions and movements for classic skiing technique.

www.northboundoutfittersmi.com/xc-ski.html

Volunteers sought for US Nationals

11/20/2014 - By Michigan Tech

Michigan Tech will host the 2015 U.S. Skiing Championships Jan. 2-10 at its on-campus Nordic Training Center. The organizing committee is looking for volunteers to help put on this world-class event.

Toko introduces JetStream 2.0 and HelX 2.0

11/19/2014 - By Ian Harvey

Toko has introduced new versions of Helix and JetStream, and has updated the application method. Take note!

Leeward side of Great Lakes get slammed

11/18/2014 - By Mike Muha

Can you say "Lake Effect"? The large temperature difference between the Great Lakes and the air allows the air to rise quickly, generate lots of lake effect snow.

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UPCOMING

SAT, MAR 7, 2026

Nordic Ski Junior Racers training session (Team NordicSkiRacer)
Huron Meadows Metropark, 8765 Hammel Rd, Brighton, MI 48116

Free Beginner Ski Lesson
Cross Country Ski Headquarters, 9435 N. Cut Rd., Roscommon, MI 48653 (800-832-2663)

Great Bear Chase
Calumet, MI 49913

SUN, MAR 8, 2026

DAYLIGHT SAVINGS TIME
Spring forward!

Michigan Cup Relays at XC Ski HQ
Cross Country Ski Headquarters, 9435 N. Cut Rd., Roscommon, MI 48653 (800-832-2663)

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LATEST TRAIL CONDITIONS

THU, MAR 5

Nubs Nob: The morning sweet spot for the last 3 days has been awesome . The groomers are taking full advantage of the 20 inch hardpack base .

Hiawatha Highlands: Good Morning! It's another milder morning up here....currently at -2 C. The sun is shining beautifully!!

The groomer is currently out with the Piston Bully -- the 2k Lighted has been groomed for both classic and skate. He is currently on the Crystal....at the moment is fixing up the Hiawatha loop (boots), and will finish up grooming the 5k, classic and skate. The Pinder system was done yesterday and is holding up well, as is the Red Pine system.

We hope everybody has an awesome sunshiny day!!

Hanson Hills: THURSDAY UPDATE — MARCH 5, 2026

?? Nordic Trail Update:
Skate lanes were groomed this morning on Yellow, Brown, Blue, and Easy Return.

This will be a wrap on our grooming operations for the season. Thanks to our grooming crew for keeping the trails in great shape all winter long.

?? Lodge and trails will remain open 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM through Saturday.

If you’ve been thinking about getting out for one more ski, the window is still open. Come enjoy the trails while the snow lasts! ??

WED, MAR 4

Forbush Corner: It’s Wednesday, and we are forming a plan for the next couple of days. Tomorrow and Friday will probably be in play for some decent skiing. Tomorrow for sure. Going to groom up the 240 loop, Pancake, Linda’s Link, Badlands and the Pines loop for skate and classic. There are good classic tracks on the trails that won’t be groomed. Friday will be a bit more challenging for grooming, but maybe we can do the 240 loop, Linda’s link and Ridge. We expect to be closed to skiing on Saturday (ugly weather forecast) and not reopening until Thursday, March 12 following the warm temps. We hope that we will be open the following weekend based on cooler temps. Hold off on putting your skis away!

Hiawatha Highlands: Good Morning Snow Lovers!! It's a beautiful sunny morning up here....and shaping up to be a warmer one today. The temperature is currently at -1 C.

The groomer was out this morning -- the Pinder system was groomed for both classic and skate. The Red Pine system and Crystal system are holding up.

Come on up and enjoy this fantastic day!

Hanson Hills: Lodge and trails open at 9:00 AM
(Lodge closes at 3:00 PM)

No new grooming today. The PB100 really worked the snow yesterday grinding in new tracks, so we’re going to let the trail rest today.

Groomer Dan will be back out tomorrow morning to assess trail conditions and groom as conditions allow.

In the meantime, enjoy the sunshine and get out for a glide!

Swedetown: The Swedetown Trails will be closed to skiing and ski testing starting the morning of Friday, March 6, through 7:00 am Saturday, March 7. This will allow us to ensure quality groomed trails for the Great Bear Chase on March 7.

The current weather forecast shows a good chance of rain Friday afternoon and evening. This could mean grooming challenges and damage to the course by skiers while it is warm and wet. We want to groom and preserve such that everyone has a good experience on Saturday.

We want to keep Great Bear Chase skiers coming back, as each year the race contributes $20,000 or more to the Swedetown Trails Club for trail improvements and maintenance.

TUE, MAR 3

Hanson Hills: Amazing conditions. Slicks form when sun sets but the grooming and trail maintenance continues to delight. Good skate deck and crisp classic tracks. Thank you, Hanson!!!! ????

Huron Meadows Metropark: Excellent again. Fresh groom/till this AM held up well…fast and hard. Probably another day left tomorrow since it will freeze again tonight.

Stokely Creek: Today's and especially yesterday's grooming was fantastic for classic with skins today. At 3:20 pm there are no dripping icicles so it seems that tomorrow morning will be fantastic again. Worst case scenario it will be good spring skate skiing if the classic is too icy for you.

Hickory Hills: The best skiing in Traverse City is at Hickory. Both the Meadows and Hills were Pisten Bully groomed this morning. Everything is well covered with the exception of gray ice at the top of the first hill east of the parking lot, and some exposed gravel on The Beast. Skating is a bit soft, but fast. Classic tracks are well formed and deep. I used “B” skis, but “A” skis would be fine if you’re careful. Assuming they use the PB tomorrow, it should be great in the morning.

Hiawatha Highlands: Good Morning!! It's a calm, milder morning....temperature -8 C.

The groomer headed out this morning -- he will be freshening up the skate lanes with the Ginzu, beginning with the Pinder system, the Crystal system will be next and then the Red Pine system.

Have an awesome day!

Cross Country Ski Headquarters: Similar conditions to yesterday, Groomer Mike is snow combing the fresh man-made snow, and Trappers Cabin, Rolling Hills, Adventure, and Blizzard are holding up fairly well. All other trails are closed. Expect good conditions in the morning, softening up in the afternoon. Tomorrow looks like the same story. Thursday and Friday do not look promising, and we may have to close the trails to preserve the base for the relay race on Sunday. We'll see if the forecast changes, but right now, it does not look great for Thursday, Friday, and Saturday. We'll send another update Thursday morning.

Hanson Hills: Lodge and trails open 9am (Lodge closes at 3pm). My turn to sit in the PB100. Tracks and fresh comb are being reset on Yellow, brown, blue and easy return this morning.