Doug Cornell says Forbush Corner has been fantastic for skiing!
Junior Olympic Sprint course video tour
3/5/2010 - By Will Sweetzer and Seth Hubbard
Heading to the 2010 Junior Olympics in Presque Isle, Maine? Take a peak at the 1.2 kilomter sprint course...
Paralympic Team Named
3/5/2010 - By US Ski Team
The cross country action starts March 14 with men's 15K and women's 10K in the sitting discipline. U.S. Adaptive Cross Country Coach Greg Rawlings said the team is as prepared as they can be.
Wax recommendations for Black Mountain
3/4/2010 - By Mike Muha
Wax recommendations have started rolling in - check back for updates.
Excellent snow coverage for Black Mountain Classic
3/4/2010 - By Denny Paull
Excellent snow coverage remains at Black Mountain and should be expected for the 7th annual Black Mountain Nordic Classic 31 km classic and 10 km freestyle/tour scheduled for this Saturday March 6th.
Sprinting: Slowing Down to Go Fast?
3/4/2010 - By Chris Cook
As the sprint courses have grown in distance and time, not only on an international level but also domestically, controlling your tempo has become more and more crucial to laying down the fastest time of the day.
A look at the new NNN/NIS Xcelerator bindings
3/4/2010 - By Mark Waechter
More than any other single piece of equipment that I've seen for the coming (2010/2011) season, I'm really stoked to see the updated NNN/NIS bindings.
How to apply pure fluro wax to your cross country skis
3/3/2010 - By Frank Lundeen
How to apply pure fluro wax to your cross country skis using the corking method.
Whistler notes
3/3/2010 - By Mark Waechter
The work at Whistler was rewarding on many levels. It was great to join the team from Slovenia again. Equally enjoyable is the opportunity to see the athletes and coaches who have become good friends.
Randall gets another top 20
3/2/2010 - By US Ski Team
Kikkan Randall (Anchorage) wrapped up her 2010 season with yet another top 20 finish, skiing her way to 17th in 10K Freestyle in the final weekend of the FIS Cross Country World Cup.
Michigan Cup Sprint donates $270 to LiveStrong
3/2/2010 - By Mike Muha
Even though it there was a small turnout, the 2010 Michigan Cup Sprints generated $270 in proceeds that were donated to the Lance Armstrong Foundation.
Norway wins Cross-Country medals ranking
3/2/2010 - By FIS
Norwegian cross-country team won the Olympic medal ranking. Five Gold medals, two silver and two bronze. Swedish team collected seven with 3-2-2. Third best cross-country nation became Germany with five (1-4-0). In total eleven nations were on the podium.
Yellowstone Rendezvous Race this weeked
3/2/2010 - By Sara Hoovler
TheThe Yellowstone Rendezvous Race is within sight on the calendar. With a bit of luck, a season’s worth of long skis, interval training, and hill climbs will pay off when the boom of the cannon signals the start of the race.
UPCOMING
FRI, DEC 12, 2025
XC Ski HQ Ski Team Kick-Off Dinner!
Cross Country Ski Headquarters, 9435 N. Cut Rd., Roscommon, MI 48653 (800-832-2663)
SAT, DEC 13, 2025
NEW! Nordic Ski Junior Racers training session (Team NordicSkiRacer)
Huron Meadows Metropark, 8765 Hammel Rd, Brighton, MI 48116
Forbush Opener (Freestyle)
Forbush Corner, 4971 W County Road 612, Frederic, MI 49733 (989-889-2843)
Free Beginner Ski Lesson
Cross Country Ski Headquarters, 9435 N. Cut Rd., Roscommon, MI 48653 (800-832-2663)
SUN, DEC 14, 2025
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
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LATEST TRAIL CONDITIONS
THU, DEC 11
Huron Meadows Metropark: Good skating on Hawks, Coyote and Cedar Trace. Hawks has a little scrub sticking up. But the best it has been so far. All freshly groomed. No tracks.
Thank guys.
Huron Meadows Metropark: Beautiful, freshly rolled skate track. No classic track to speak of. Did multiple laps of the Contractors Loop and had a blast!
Michaywe: Refreshed skate lanes and reset track on the lake loop and both golf course loops. Conditions are good.
Cross Country Ski Headquarters: Tracks were set yesterday, and after 2-3 more inches last night, we'll set tracks again this morning. It is absolutely gorgeous out there! We'll be snowcombing the fresh powder this morning and it should be heavenly today and through the weekend. We have about 5-8" of packed snow on the trails, and 12-15" in the woods.
Hiawatha Highlands: Hiawatha Highlands/Soo Finnish Nordic Ski Club
Good Morning! It's a beautiful Thursday morning, all was calm overnight and the sun is shining :)
The groomer was out last night -- The Pinder system was rolled and tracked. The 5k loop on the Red Pine system was tracked as well....whoo hoo, we're getting there!
For your information -- the SFN Jackrabbit program starts this Saturday, Dec. 13, from 10 a.m. to 12 noon, so please keep an eye out.
Grab your gear, find your flow, and let the snow be what it is. There's always joy to be found on these trails - no matter the forecast. Happy skiing, snowshoeing and fat biking!
Hanson Hills: Lodge and Trails open 9am.
Another 1+ inches of snow. Groomer Dan is out Combing skate lanes and setting fresh tracks on the Inner Trails (Green, Blue, Brown,Yellow, Easy Return)
: Lodge and Trails open 9am.
Another 1+ inches of snow. Groomer Dan is out Combing skate lanes and setting fresh tracks on the Inner Trails (Green, Blue, Brown,Yellow, Easy Return)
Forbush Corner: No lack of snow over the last few days and more to come. Most of the East side trails will be groomed today. Open 9 to 5.
If you need to wax your skis we added a wax room over the summer!
WED, DEC 10
Nubs Nob: Perfect grooming with the big groomer, trail was excellent on upper red loop. Perfect temperature, fast snow.Have to enter the trail from Valley road.
Big M: About 6? of fresh snow fell last night. The following trails were groomed this evening: Corkpine, most of Lumberjack, most of Camp 24, Big Wheel, Double Bit, Ryberg Rd and Catamount.
The plan is to groom all of the trails again on Friday or Saturday, so conditions should be excellent for when most people can get to Big M!
Nubs Nob: Nubs Nob has nailed it today ! A flat firm skate deck and classic track have fresh snow groomed thru the upper trails . LF 7 was the skate perfect wax. . Great depth and coverage . The ice storm clearance is impressive .
Huron Meadows Metropark: If you didn't know, you can't groom when it's a above freezing, so if you expected good skating conditions or amazing tracks at Huron Meadows today , you were sorely disappointed ??. But it was awesome to break trail on my waxless classic touring skis with Sarah and Tony around the lake and the contractor's loop! Big smiles just getting out in the woods!
Michaywe: Received 2-3 inches of snow last couple days. All trails were groomed and track set today. Conditions are good with just a little drifting in the open areas, mainly on the golf courses.
Cross Country Ski Headquarters: We received about 3' more inches last night and it's still snowing as we speak. Groomer Mike rolled everything this morning and is now out snowcombing and setting classic tracks. Hallelujah!! The trails are looking picturesque, we have about 4-7" of packed snow on the trails, and 10-14" in the woods.
Hiawatha Highlands: Good Morning our lovers of everything snow!!
The groomers were out last night -- The entire Pinder system and the 2k Lighted were rolled, packed and tracked. The Red Pine system was rolled and packed.
Have a great day everybody :)
Hanson Hills: Lodge Closure Notice
Consumers Power and our local electricians will be updating the electrical service to our Main Lodge today. This upgrade requires a full power shut-off for most of the day, which means no lights, no heat, and no water in the building.
Because of this, the Lodge and Offices will be closed today.
The good news: Our Trails remain open for use, and the DHHS Family Christmas Giving Donation Drop-Off will still be available as planned.
Thank you for your patience and understanding as we complete these important improvements. Stay warm and enjoy the trails!
Trail Report: 1/2inch of new snow overnight. Groomer Dan will be combing and resetting tracks on Green, Blue, Brown, M-93.
TUE, DEC 9
Vasa Trail: There was a little drizzle this morning in town, but when I got to Timber Ridge, the tracks & skate deck were perfect silky glide. I skied the 25k to the Special K, then the 10k to the 25k split & back, passing several ski friends along the way enjoying the mild weather & great grooming.
Huron Meadows Metropark:
From the park website: Bucks Run is currently closed. Snow is currently being made for Bucks Run and construction will being in the coming weeks. The golf course trails, Coyote Run and Hawk Hills, along with Cedar Trace were rolled December 9, 2025. No additional grooming has taken place.
Kensington Metropark: Kensington was rolled and has great base. Will need a once over after tomorrow.
Cross Country Ski Headquarters: It is snowing this morning, and as of this writing, we have about 2 inches of fresh snow. More snow is forecast to fall in the next 24-36 hours. Groomer Mike is snowcombing the trails this morning. The skating is wonderful, and classic skiing is really nice even without tracks. The grooming team plans to set classic tracks tomorrow. We have about 4-7" of packed snow on the trails, and 10-14" in the woods. The Stone Turtle Cafe is open for lunch, snacks, and beverages! Join us this coming Sunday for live music with Derek Boik from 2-4pm!
Hanson Hills: Grayling Weather Update + Trail Report
Light snow is falling in Grayling this morning, setting us up for another gorgeous winter day!
Lodge and Trails open at 9am.
Cross Country Trail Report:
Groomer Dan is out for a short morning spin in the groomer, but today’s plan is to let the fresh snow build naturally on our already beautiful base. Think of it as Mother Nature adding the perfect finishing touch.
Enjoy the peaceful snowfall, get out for some winter adventure, and we’ll keep the trails in top shape as this new snow settles!
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