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Crystal Mountain – Winter Snowshoe Tours – Sundays – Jan. 6 to Feb. 10, 2013

Tour Michigan Legacy Art Park this winter to view the sculptures from a new perspective. A guide will lead snowshoers across hilly terrain to view most of the 45 major works of art.

Sundays at 2:30 p.m.

January 6, 13, 20 (World Snow Day) & 27
February 3 & 10

Tours last just over one hour. Be prepared for current winter conditions. Bring your own snowshoes. Limited rentals are available at Crystal Mountain at the Park at Water’s Edge. Call 231-378-2000 ext. 7000 for snowshoe rental information.

Fee: $10 per adult. Reservations are not required. Complimentary for youth 17 and under with paying adult.

Call (231) 378-4963 for further information.

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The Homestead – THRIVE – A Women’s Retreat – January 24 – 27, 2013

If you’re like us, your vacations are usually balancing acts in an attempt to accommodate different work schedules, diverse interests, and everyone’s needs.  At The Homestead, we strive to provide something for everyone.  But we also recognize that sometimes what you need is a little time just for you.  Time to relax with a friend you haven’t seen for years, or to make new friends.  Time to allow your body, mind, and spirit to be nurtured.  That’s why we’ve partnered with licensed therapists Mia Moyad and Megan Gunnell to organize a weekend for women like you, for women like us.

Join us Thursday, January 24th through Sunday, January 27th for a women’s weekend of solitude, discovery, and replenishment.  Experience the ambience of live harp music while engaging in group activities.  Delight in cooking classes with healthful intent.  Awaken the body through outdoor recreation.  Luxuriate in rejuvenating spa treatments and unwind with yoga.

You’ll be welcomed to a community of women committed to experiencing THRIVETransform for enrichment; Harmonize with environments; Replenish for joy; Integrate mindfulness; Visualize for growth; Empower for strength.

Package prices begin at $217 per person, per night based on double occupancy or $195 per person, per night based on triple occupancy.  No matter which option you choose, you price includes a stunning suite at Stony Brook Lodge, two dinners, two lunches, three breakfasts, and the many activities scheduled during the retreat.  They do not include: spa treatments, outdoor activities such as skiing, gratuity or tax and tariff on the room.  An advance deposit of $350 per person is required at the time of reservation.  Cancellation prior to 7 days is subject to fee of $50.  Cancellation within 7 days forfeits deposit.

For more information and facilitator biographies visit Why a Women’s THRIVE Retreat?

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The Homestead – Enjoy the Art & Taste the Passion – February 1 – 3, 2013

We’ve partnered with the Glen Arbor Art Association and the Leelanau Peninsula Vintners’ Association to bring you a wonderful weekend. Friday evening, you’ll attend the art show and sale at Mountain Flowers Lodge at The Homestead. Wine and small plates will be available.

Saturday you’ll tour the wineries, meet the winemakers, and dine at Nonna’s. Weekend packages from $85 per person, per night.

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Schuss Mountain Snow Challenge – March 31 – April 1, 2012

Snow update: The big news everyone has been waiting for. We’ve made the efforts and put things in motion… and the 2012 SMSC IS A GO!!!!!!!!!!!! There’s no turning back now. – Visit Website >>>>

Griztek Auto Appearance & Offroad and Shanty Creek Resorts are proud to bring the action back to the ski slopes at the 2012 Schuss Mountain Snow Challenge.

The SMSC is the only event you get side by side, heads up racing.

It’s the only place racers get 5 tire classes in which to compete.

And, it’s the only event like this anywhere in North America!

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VIDEO OF PREPARATIONS AT SCHUSS MOUNTAIN – MARCH 30, 2012

 
 
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