Former Michigan Cup racer and current member of the Bridger Ski Foundation Pro Team Reid Goble has had a great couple weeks. First, he won the Minneapolis SuperTour race. Then he won a gold medal serving as a guide in the Paralympics. Finally, he's been chosen to race in the Men's 10km interval start classic race (3/20) at the FIS World Cup Finals in Lake Placid NY. Way to go Reid!
Selecting the Right Kick Wax
11/22/2006 - By Swix
Ski far enough to give the wax a chance to become "conditioned" by the snow. Usually during the first hundred meters or so the wax might feel a bit slippery, which is normal.,
GRNST Trains at West Yellowstone
11/21/2006 - By Curt Peterson
Here is a picture from yesterday of team GRNST at Yellowstone. More pictures later this week.,
Swix Nordic Walking Poles
11/21/2006 - By Mike Muha and Julie Pritchard
This is sort of an interesting review: what's a ski racer doing reviewing Nordic Walking Poles? I now understand the the term 'ski walking' can encompass more than walking.,
Part Two: Structure & the use of the Swix T401 & T405 Imprint Tools
11/21/2006 - By Kevin Sweeney
After classifying different structures, Kevin gives some practical guidelines when setting structure with hand held tools.,
Good Weather for Final Fall Duathlon
11/20/2006 - By Mike Muha
A slight rerouting of the running course increased the vertical to 330 feet. Snow damped the pavement, making it a bit slippery for rollerskis on the painted lines.,
The Fundamentals of Ski Trail Grooming
11/20/2006 - By Mike Muha
Eric Anderson has pulled together a wealth of knowledge and practical application to produce a great DVD on trail grooming. Geared mainly to touring centers, the DVD also provides a wealth of information that can be used by the home groomer.,
Gallivare Wrap Up
11/19/2006 - By Pete Vordenberg - TeamToday.org
The first weekend of distance world cup races is over. I have mixed feelings. For one we didn't ski up to potential but for two we have not prepared to be at our potential this early.,
What is Lake Effect Snow?
11/19/2006 - By Bruce B. Smith
Lake Effect Snow (LES) is very common across the Great Lakes region during the late fall and winter. LES occurs when cold air, often originating from Canada, moves across the open waters of the Great Lakes.,
Kris Freeman 18th in Swedish World Cup
11/18/2006 - By US Ski Team
Kris Freeman opened his World Cup season Saturday with an 18th-place finish in a 15K freestyle race north of the Arctic Circle.,
Hitting the Road, and the Transition to Snow…
11/18/2006 - By Pat Casey for TeamToday.org
It is a tough time of year for training. The weather this time of year rarely cooperates with your training plan.,
Wisconson's Cook finishes 45th in FIS 15K
11/17/2006 - By US Ski Team
Chris Cook (Rhinelander, WI) represented the U.S. Saturday, finishing 45th in a pre-season FIS 15K classical race Friday in Muonio, Finland. Germany's Tobias Angerer won.
British Biathlete Lands in the County
11/17/2006 - By Lisa Roose-Church, Daily Press & Argus
Hugh Pritchard's slim build is easy to spot as he pumps his arms in rhythm, gliding along on roller skis at the Huron Meadows Metropark in Green Oak Township.,
UPCOMING
FRI, MAR 27, 2026
2026 US Ski & Snowboard SuperTour Finals - 1.5km classic sprint
Craftsbury Outdoor Center, 535 Lost Nation Road, Craftsbury Common, VT
SAT, MAR 28, 2026
2026 US Ski & Snowboard SuperTour Finals - 4 x 5km mixed gender club relay
Craftsbury Outdoor Center, 535 Lost Nation Road, Craftsbury Common, VT
Team NSR End-of-Season and Groomer Appreciation Party!
Huron Meadows Metropark Ski Center, 8765 Hammel Rd, Brighton, MI 48116
SUN, MAR 29, 2026
2026 US Ski & Snowboard SuperTour Finals - 40km freestyle mass start
Craftsbury Outdoor Center, 535 Lost Nation Road, Craftsbury Common, VT
TUE, MAR 31, 2026
Citizen’s Night Ski Race Series
Main MTU Trailhead, Michigan Tech Trails, Houghton, Michigan
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LATEST TRAIL CONDITIONS
FRI, MAR 27
Hiawatha Highlands: Happy Sunny Friday Morning!! It's a gorgeous morning up here....albeit a little more chilly, temp currently at -16 C. However, it's going to be a splendous day up here!
The groomer is currently on the trails -- the 2k Lighted was completed, Piston Bully groomed, for both classic and skate. He is currently on the 4k Pinder (no loops will be groomed today, still in good shape). The Crystal system will be done after that. We will update if the Red Pine system will be done.
Come on everybody, grab your gear, and take in this beautiful sunny day!!
Reminder: Come up tomorrow (Saturday) from 12-4 p.m. for our Customer Appreciation BBQ.....enjoy a hotdog (or two), and enjoy a lovely social afternoon :)
THU, MAR 26
Forbush Corner: The rain is moving out soon and the temps will be dropping well below freezing tonight, allowing us to head out on the trails tomorrow. We still have 100% coverage, but expect that the grooming will be a bit slower than usual. East side trails and Pines Loop will get the fresh groom. Trails and shop open at 9. Gates close at 5. (We plan to be open tomorrow through Monday).
Hiawatha Highlands: Good Morning Everyone!! It's another calm morning, a bit foggy. The temperature was warm overnight, now sitting at -1 C.
There was no grooming with the warm overnight temps, the trails are still in good shape.
We hope everybody has a great day :)
WED, MAR 25
Nubs Nob: Absolutely great today . Nubs groomers are showing off their deep hard pack base with near daily grooming and fresh snow contributions. The Spring Sweat Spot seems consistent between 10 AM to 1:30 pm . Not to be missed !
Nubs Nob: Perfect late March conditions this AM on all the upper and lower loops. With the base being measured in feet, and persistent grooming, this Friday-Sunday AM should be some of the best conditions of the entire winter at Nubs!
Cross Country Ski Headquarters: Well, despite our best efforts, we are going to shut down the trail system for the season. Too many barespots and debris. We are closing the Cafe for the season as well. We will likely have a 'trail cleanup BBQ' sometime in early may, and rest assured, the trails will be glorious by next season.
We are incredibly grateful for the epic winter we had and all the wonderful skiing we got to do! Certainly a winter for the books. Thank you for skiing with us this year and bringing such good cheer to the skiing community. May the 'off-season' treat you well, and we look forward to skiing with you next year!
Hiawatha Highlands: Happy Middle of the Week Everyone!! It's currently a calm morning, with more snow in the forecast today. The temperature is currently -4 C.
The groomer was out last evening -- all systems were Piston Bully groomed for both classic and skate. With the cooler temps overnight, they may be a little icy to start the day.
Mabel Lake trail was groomed yesterday as of 1:30 p.m.
Have a great day, everyone!!
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