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UPDATED! Help let Detroit students experience cross country skiing
UPDATED! Help let Detroit students experience cross country skiing

UPDATED! Help let Detroit students experience cross country skiing

1/14/2026 5:00:00 AM - By Mike Muha

NEW DATES! Last year, Team NordicSkiRacer volunteers assisted students from the Detroit Public Schools with learning how to cross country ski. We're looking for volunteers for this year!

Kids ski classes begin Wed Jan 14 at Huron Meadows
Kids ski classes begin Wed Jan 14 at Huron Meadows

Kids ski classes begin Wed Jan 14 at Huron Meadows

1/5/2026 6:46:58 PM - By Mike Muha

Learn to cross country ski! Kids and their parents are invited to 4 sessions at Huron Meadows Metropark. Instruction is provided by members of Team NordicSkiRacer. This is a beginner's class but kids who have some prior skiing are invited to attend as well!

Five new owners have taken on Stokely Creek Lodge
Five new owners have taken on Stokely Creek Lodge

Five new owners have taken on Stokely Creek Lodge

12/21/2025 12:26:49 AM - By Deanna Path

A new ownership group of five passionate outdoor enthusiasts, Andy Levin, Mary Freeman, Tim Kunin, and Josh and Deanna Plath, have come together to write Stokely’s next chapter.

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Cross Country Ski Headquarters celebrates over 50 years of skiing!
Cross Country Ski Headquarters celebrates over 50 years of skiing!

Cross Country Ski Headquarters celebrates over 50 years of skiing!

10/21/2025 - By Mariah Frye

For over 50 years, Cross Country Ski Headquarters has been a beloved winter gathering place in Northern Michigan. Surrounded by inland lakes and rivers, this rustic ski lodge and trail system has welcomed generations of skiers, snowshoers, and outdoor lovers looking for fresh air, good food, and winter fun.

Happy 50th, Cross Country Ski Headquaters!
Happy 50th, Cross Country Ski Headquaters!

Happy 50th, Cross Country Ski Headquaters!

11/1/2024 - By Cross Country Ski Headquaters

Cross Country Ski Headquarters has been a beacon of authentic, outdoor experiences for half a century.

Help Forbush Corner expand snowmaking! New map!
Help Forbush Corner expand snowmaking! New map!

Help Forbush Corner expand snowmaking! New map!

6/6/2024 - By Todd Hubbard

The cost of the expansion is estimated at $400,000. SMI. With a generous $100,000 donation already pledged, we need your help to raise the remaining funds to have the extension ready for next season!

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Forbush Corner to increase snowmaking to 5km in two phases
Forbush Corner to increase snowmaking to 5km in two phases

Forbush Corner to increase snowmaking to 5km in two phases

5/30/2024 - By Forbush Corner

We are thrilled to announce the next big step at Forbush Corner Nordic: Expanding our snowmaking capabilities beyond the loop!

Noque Trail Network receives 238 acres donation to preserve trail
Noque Trail Network receives 238 acres donation to preserve trail

Noque Trail Network receives 238 acres donation to preserve trail

12/20/2023 - By Noquemanon Trail Network

The NTN is proud to announce the generous donation of 238 acres of land north of the Dead River that will help preserve the Noquemanon Ski Trail corridor between North Basin Drive and the NTN 510 Trailhead.

What's new at the Cross Country Ski Headquarters
What's new at the Cross Country Ski Headquarters

What's new at the Cross Country Ski Headquarters

10/13/2023 - By Mariah Frye Colie

In a busy world, plan simple, authentic winter fun at Cross Country Ski Headquarters!

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Banff Film Festival in Traverse City on October 12
Banff Film Festival in Traverse City on October 12

Banff Film Festival in Traverse City on October 12

10/9/2023 - By Judy Vajda

The Banff Film Festival is a world-renowned celebration of outdoor adventure and exploration through the captivating medium of film. Originating in Banff, Canada, this festival has evolved into a global phenomenon.

Forbush Corner extends Crybaby, reroutes Pines connector trail
Forbush Corner extends Crybaby, reroutes Pines connector trail

Forbush Corner extends Crybaby, reroutes Pines connector trail

8/17/2023 - By Forbush Corner

We have increased Crybaby to 3.2 km from 2.6km and completed part of the Pines connector re-route to get it off of the shared seasonal roads with the snowmobiles. Photos of how we create ski trails!

AHC raising money to pay off loan for Stokely Creek trail purchase
AHC raising money to pay off loan for Stokely Creek trail purchase

AHC raising money to pay off loan for Stokely Creek trail purchase

6/8/2023 - By Dave Fanslow

Algoma Highlands Conservancy recently purchased the land required to re-open the Hakon Lien Trail at Stokely Creek Lodge. But now the AHC needs to pay off the loans required to make this important purchase.

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UPCOMING NON-RACE EVENTS

FRI, JAN 16, 2026

Silver Streak Week (Jan 12-16)
Cross Country Ski Headquarters, 9435 N. Cut Rd., Roscommon, MI 48653 (800-832-2663)

SAT, JAN 17, 2026

Gourmet Mac ‘n Cheese Bar
Cross Country Ski Headquarters, 9435 N. Cut Rd., Roscommon, MI 48653 (800-832-2663)

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

SUN, JAN 18, 2026

Gourmet Mac ‘n Cheese Bar
Cross Country Ski Headquarters, 9435 N. Cut Rd., Roscommon, MI 48653 (800-832-2663)

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

MON, JAN 19, 2026

MARTIN LUTHER KING DAY

Gourmet Mac ‘n Cheese Bar
Cross Country Ski Headquarters, 9435 N. Cut Rd., Roscommon, MI 48653 (800-832-2663)

WED, JAN 21, 2026

Kids Learn to Ski Program
Huron Meadows Metropark, 8765 Hammel Rd, Brighton, MI 48116

SAT, JAN 24, 2026

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

Bavarian Ski Festival
Cross Country Ski Headquarters, 9435 N. Cut Rd., Roscommon, MI 48653 (800-832-2663)

SUN, JAN 25, 2026

Learn to Skate Ski Clinic
Cross Country Ski Headquarters, 9435 N. Cut Rd., Roscommon, MI 48653 (800-832-2663)

WED, JAN 28, 2026

Kids Learn to Ski Program
Huron Meadows Metropark, 8765 Hammel Rd, Brighton, MI 48116

FRI, JAN 30, 2026

Winter Feast
Cross Country Ski Headquarters, 9435 N. Cut Rd., Roscommon, MI 48653 (800-832-2663)

SAT, JAN 31, 2026

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

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