Doug Cornell says Forbush Corner has been fantastic for skiing!
Training Periods for Cross-Country Skiers
7/1/2010 - By SkiPost
From spring to summer to into the fall: What kind of training should a cross county ski racer be doing?
Party for Bob Otwell tonight
7/1/2010 - By Missy Luuyk
Join the TART Board of Directors this Thursday, July 1 at 6:00 PM at Right Brain Brewery for a send-off party in honor of Bob Otwell. Bob Otwell, the executive director of TART for the last nine (9) years, will be stepping down in July.
Nominate an inspiring individual
7/1/2010 - By Tricia A. Fraas
The Michigan Fitness Foundation is currently accepting nominations for the Charles T. Kuntzleman Award. This honor will be awarded to four individuals who have overcome great obstacles in order to incorporate physical activity into their daily routines.
Fischer Nordic Hole Ski
6/30/2010 - By Fischer
Fischer marketing video showing the advantages of having a hole in the tip of the ski. You decide...
Indoor XC Ski Sprint in Beijing
6/30/2010 - By NordicWays
A Swedish-Norwegian alliance triumphs in the co-ed team sprint.
Understanding variables in base structures
6/29/2010 - By Mark Waechter, Nordic Ultratune
Working with machine structures on skis, there are only a few variables that can be adjusted to influence the performance of the ski. Primarily these variables are depth, spacing, interruption, and patterns.
Western REG: discover what is possible...
6/29/2010 - By Pete Vordenberg
The Western REG ended this morning. The week-long camp included 18 hours of training, time trials, strength tests, speed work, talks by the US Ski Team including Andy Newell, technique work, double-pole sessions and a long distance combi workout.
Buying Guide: Pro-Ski Rollerskis
6/28/2010 - By Mike Muha
Pro-Skis traditionally feature heavy duty frames that can take lots of abuse and long wheel life. Manufactured in Sweden, they are distributed exclusively in North American by WebSkis.com in Bend, Oregon.
National Training Group freestyle speed intervals (Drop-ins)
6/28/2010 - By US Ski Team
The USST raw footage of different races, training, and technique sessions. Watch the best skiers in the US working on technique, racing, and in the midst of intensity work.
Upcoming CXC Camps and Academy
6/28/2010 - By CXC Skiing
Junior, masters, and women's camps from CXC skiing, plus group training sessions for the Hayward Masters Team Chapter.
China success at the first visit of Peterson and Hansson
6/25/2010 - By NordicWays
Race day got bright sun from a clear blue sky, with very fair conditions for the racers provide by about 15,000 cubic meters of stored snow.
What is Spenst Training?
6/25/2010 - By Pete Vordenberg
Use spenst training to gain that extra snap in your technique, learn to accelerate over the tops of hills, around corners, sprint to the finish, improve balance and strength, or just impress your friends at parties.
UPCOMING
SAT, DEC 20, 2025
Free Beginner Ski Lesson
Cross Country Ski Headquarters, 9435 N. Cut Rd., Roscommon, MI 48653 (800-832-2663)
SUN, DEC 21, 2025
XC Ski HQ Ski: George Frye Live
Cross Country Ski Headquarters, 9435 N. Cut Rd., Roscommon, MI 48653 (800-832-2663)
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)
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LATEST TRAIL CONDITIONS
FRI, DEC 19
Forbush Corner: Winter has returned overnight. Flash freeze, lake effect and windy conditions will contribute to taking longer today to determine a grooming plan, so consider delaying coming out right away.
THU, DEC 18
Forbush Corner: Just confirming that we will be closed today due to the rain and warm up. Cold temperatures will return tomorrow along with some lake effect snow. We do plan on reopening tomorrow and welcome the return of winter over the weekend.
Hanson Hills: Trail Closure Update
Due to today’s rain and warmer temperatures, we are temporarily closing our Cross Country and Fat Bike Trails until colder conditions allow the trails to firm back up. This helps protect the trail surface so we can get back to great conditions as soon as possible.
Please be mindful if you are skiing, walking, hiking, or snowshoeing. A good general rule of thumb: if you are sinking in and leaving ruts or footprints, the trails are too soft and we ask that you discontinue that activity.
Thank you for your patience and for helping us protect the trails—we’ll be back to smooth conditions soon.
WED, DEC 17
Hiawatha Highlands: Happy Middle-of-the-Week Wednesday :) Wow, it was a windy one overnight....and continuing with quite a bit of wind this morning, kind of felt like Dorothy in the Wizard of Oz.
There was no grooming overnight. The groomers will be out today cleaning up the trails.
Note: There is a big branch down on the Pinder 4k halfway to the White Pine extension over the skate lane.
Have a fantastic Wednesday!
Cross Country Ski Headquarters: The trails will be closed today and tomorrow to try to protect the base though the warm weather over the next 2 days. Things should get cold again Thursday night into Friday morning with a bit snow, so with any luck, we should still have good skiing by the weekend!
Huron Meadows Metropark: Skated Coyote from 8 to 10.
Softer and more control than Tuesday. Tracks are good with a lot of leaves.
Forbush Corner: Based on the predicted rain/warm temperatures we will continue to be closed today and Thursday. Should be able to reopen on Friday based on cooler temperatures returning.
Hanson Hills: It’s currently 36° and raining in Grayling, and with snow preservation in mind, we’ve made the decision to close the Cross Country Trail System for the day.
Warm rain is tough on our trails, and taking a short pause now helps protect the snow base so we can get everyone back out skiing sooner once conditions improve. We truly appreciate your cooperation and ask that you please respect the closure as we do our best to care for this precious winter resource.
Thank you for your understanding—and fingers crossed for colder temps ahead!
Huron Meadows Metropark: I skied from 10-11:30 today. A very icy wind blown skate deck but still fun. Classic tracks were mostly intact on cedar trace and coyote run, but wind had filled them in on hawks hills. I had a very nice ski.
Huron Meadows Metropark: I skied from 10-11:30 today. A very icy wind blown skate deck but still fun. Classic tracks were mostly intact on cedar trace and coyote run, but wind had filled them in on hawks hills. I had a very nice ski.
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