Cross Country Ski Trail News
1985 Michigan Cup Master Champ Helga Hoover passes away
4/25/2014 - By Christina Tabaczka-Hover
Former Michigan Cup Masters Champion Helga Hoover recently passed away in Ann Arbor.
Fatbikes on the Vasa Trail: Weather concerns
4/14/2014 - By Andrew J. White
Cyclists generally say that, at temperatures 30 degrees or below, there should be no problems on cross country ski trails. How may days actually are 30 degrees or below?
Ode to Dave
4/4/2014 - By Mark Madorski
My life was changed and would never be the same again. I can’t help but think much of it was due to those absolutely magnificent tracks laid down by Dave Forbush over 35 years ago.
DNR seeks input on Grand Traverse County’s Vasa Pathway
4/3/2014 - By Michigan DNR
On April 28, the DNR and TART staff will provide background information on the Vasa Pathway and then receive public comments regarding the mixed-use recreation experience associated with cross-country skiing and fat-tire biking.
Sign petition to ban fatbikes from Vasa Trail during ski season
4/2/2014 - By Pete LaPlaca
We have formed a coalition of dedicated Vasa trail skiers who are requesting a Director’s Order from the DNR to ban fat bikes from the Vasa ski trails during ski season. We ask you sign our online petition
Dave Forbush Birthday Party this Saturday
4/2/2014 - By Mario Kennedy
Dave is back home and under hospice care now...and we're having a birthday party for him! He would really like to visit with all of his friends. If you want to see Dave, I recommend that you do not delay your visit.
VASA Skiers lament fatbike invasion
4/2/2014 - By Jim Datsko
Building a local Nordic Camelot doesn’t happen in one, five, or even ten years; but tearing it down can be accomplished in just a couple years.
Michigan Cup Committee acquires Huron Meadows Metropark
4/1/2014 - By Mike Muha
In order to grow the sport, we need to attract skiers from major metropolitan markets. Having a trail system so close to Detroit is ideal, says Ernie Brumbaugh.
Fatbike Friday FAQ Check
3/31/2014 - By Andrew J. White
I was concerned that the information that TART presented – “Fatbike Fridays FAQs†- was very inaccurate at best. So I began to research this issue myself.
DNR public meeting on Fatbikes on VASA Trail
3/13/2014 - By Vasa Ski Club
Tart has informed us that DNR has confirmed a date for the public meeting regarding fat bikes on the Vasa. The date is set for Monday, April 28th at the Civic Center.
Huron Meadows Metro Park Groomer Appreciation Party, Saturday, April 12
3/12/2014 - By Ken Roth
The Huron Meadows Metro Park Groomer Appreciation party is Saturday, April 12, at 11:45 a.m. After this incredible Winter we owe a big thank you to the folks who went above and beyond their jobs to provide us great skiing.
Special pricing on trail passes at Forbush Corner this weekend
3/12/2014 - By Ann Wagar
Don't be disappointed that Hanson Hills is closed all weekend for a Fatbike event, come up to Forbush and enjoy special weekend pricing, $15 for a day pass or $25 for a weekend pass! Snow conditions are still as good as they were mid-winter.
