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Crystal Mountain ~ World Snow Day Celebration ~ January 19, 2025
[ January 19, 2025; ] In celebration of World Snow Day, Crystal Mountain is offering a variety of activities geared to introduce "first timers" to the great world of snow. Learn 12pm - 4pm:  View a Snow Gun and Groomer up close! Located on the slopes behind the Crystal Center. 12pm: Ice Skating Presentation: Meet at the ice skating rink. Free to join! 1pm: [...]

Crystal Mountain – Airsoft Biathlon – February 9, 2025
[ February 9, 2025 to February 10, 2025. ] Join us as we combine airsoft and cross-country skiing into our Airsoft Biathlon! The ski trail will be a one-mile long loop with two target stations. Must be 8 years or older to participate. Cost:  $25 per person. Includes cross-country ski equipment rental and airsoft equipment. Time: Start times will be staggered and available between 1-3pm in groups of [...]

Boyne Mountain ~ Adgate Trophy Race ~ February 15, 2025
[ February 15, 2025; ] The Adgate Trophy race is hosted by Boyne's Ambassador of skiing, former Olympian, US National Champion, and 2009 US Ski Hall of Fame inductee, Cary Adgate.

Caberfae Peaks ~ WinAlpine Junior Development Race ~ March 1 – 2, 2025
[ March 1, 2025 to March 2, 2025. ] Saturday & Sunday, March 1 & 2, 2025:  WinAlpine Junior Development Race Junior Development Teams from other ski resorts are on site to compete Slalom training on Feb 28 Slalom Race on March 1 GS & SL Race on March 2 Visit WinAlpine.com for more <> <> SPRING RACE SERIES: Saturday & Sunday, March 1 & 2, 2025:  WinAlpine [...]

Crystal Mountain ~ Mardi Gras on the Mountain ~ March 1, 2025
[ March 1, 2025; ] Let the good times roll at Crystal Mountain this Mardi Gras Weekend! Dress in your favorite purple, green and gold! Skiers and boarders in FULL COSTUME receive $10 off their open-to-close lift ticket (valid Saturday, March 5, 2016 only). Discount only available at ticket window.

Caberfae Peaks ~ Jim Wickham Memorial Race ~ March 8, 2025
[ March 8, 2025; 11:30 am; ] Saturday, March 8, 2025: Jim Wickham Memorial Slalom Race $10 for kids (17 & under) and $15 for adults (18 and up). Price is $5 more for day of registration.  Registration closes at 10:45 am on March 8th 11:30 AM start – Open to All Awards in Beatie’s Bar & Grill Age divisions: 0-10, 11-14, [...]

Crystal Mountain ~ Spring Carnival ~ March 8, 2025
[ March 8, 2025; ] Get ready for a fun filled Saturday with events and activities for the whole family to enjoy!

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News From MSIA – Michigan Snowsports Industry Association

MSIA – Cold is Cool – 4th and 5th Graders Ski Free with our NEW App!
4th and 5th Graders Ski ALL WINTER LONG with our App! MSIA Cold is Cool Passport allows Fourth and Fifth Graders to Ski All Winter Long in Michigan! Families can obtain a Cold is Cool Ski & Ride Passport App for their 4th and/or 5th graders that gives them up to three free lift tickets or [...]

MSIA ~ Discover Michigan Skiing ~ January
[ January 2, 2021 to January 31, 2021. ] Want to learn to ski or snowboard?  Everyone 7 years and older – even adults – can during January, Discover Michigan Skiing Month! Note!  We are working on the Discover Michigan Skiing program for January, 2024 and will have updates on this page soon! Ski areas across the state team up with Michigan McDonald’s restaurants to offer [...]

White Gold Card – Michigan Snowsports Industries Association makes it possible to ski at 33 areas for just $349
The MSIA White Gold Card entitles the purchaser to ski one time at each of the participating ski areas during the 2023/2024 ski season. In addition to the lift tickets, White Gold Card purchasers also receive one complimentary ski or snowboard tune-up, 3 hot wax sessions and a coupon for $20 off a purchase of [...]

MSIA – Take a Field Trip to the Slopes with School Ski Days
According to the Let’s Move campaign, kids need at least 60 minutes of active and vigorous play each day to stay healthy. Michigan Snowsports Industries Association invites all schools to take a field trip to their nearby ski area for a special experiential learning program and lots of fun outside this winter. A field trip [...]

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Thursday April 3rd, 2025 - 10:36 am

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FROM Marquette Mountain >> 🎉 Don't Miss Out! Ski Marquette Mountain Before It's Too Late! 🎉
The clock is ticking on the ski season, but the fun's not over yet! We're open Thursday through Sunday, so come get your fill of those amazing spring conditions! Make the most of every day on the slopes before we hang up our skis for the season.
And get ready for the ULTIMATE end-of-season party on April 13th! We're going out with a bang with:
🦪 Oysters on the Half Shell 🦪
🎶 Live music from the awe
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Thursday April 3rd, 2025 - 9:14 am

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FROM Ski Brule >> Spring skiing/boarding doesn’t get much better in the UP! #skibrule #SkiMichigan ... See MoreSee Less

Wednesday April 2nd, 2025 - 10:51 am

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FROM Ski Brule >> Operational Update 4.2.25
It’s snowing as we speak! ❄️
Ski Brule is open Saturday and Sunday for snow sports.
Ski Brule will also open the Brule Saloon & Dining from 5-8:00pm for our guests lodging & checking in with us, as well as the public for our delicious Friday night Fish fry.
Homestead Tubing, Sleigh Ride, Marshmallow Roast & BBQ Dinner is available Saturday at the Homestead Lodge 5-8:00.
Whitewater Snow Tubing is open Saturday & Sunday 1-3:00.
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Tuesday April 1st, 2025 - 9:42 am

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FROM Friends of Valley Spur >> Winter is still here. Get out and play while you can. #valleyspur #crosscountry #snowphotos #SkiMichiganWinter is still here. Get out and play while you can. ... See MoreSee Less

Tuesday April 1st, 2025 - 9:19 am

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FROM Marquette Mountain >> Need some snowshoes after all this fresh snow? We have some!
Snowshoe rentals can be purchased online or in person; pick-up is in the Mountain Shop.
shop.marquettemountain.com/rentals
Take a hike in our winter wonderland with snowshoes from Marquette Mountain.
Wondering where to snowshoe? Check this guide from Travel Marquette :
www.travelmarquette.com/.../winter.../snowshoeing/
#marquettemountain #SkiMichigan
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Tuesday April 1st, 2025 - 9:18 am

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FROM Marquette Mountain >> ❄︎🗻❄︎ Uphill Access Announcement ❄︎🗻❄︎
For uphill access information, please go to our website; the full policy is there along with our policy on dogs and sledding: www.marquettemountain.com/the-mountain/faqs/
In brief:
🚫🐕 No dogs are allowed past the base and all dogs on the base must be leashed. Dogs are not permitted on ski terrain at any time 🐕🚫
🚫🛷There is no sledding permitted on Marquette Mountain property at any time 🛷🚫
Abuses of our policies can res
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Tuesday April 1st, 2025 - 8:57 am

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FROM Ski Brule >> What a weekend ahead at #skibrule ❄️🏠🎟️🚘 #skibrule #SkiMichigan ... See MoreSee Less

Tuesday April 1st, 2025 - 2:14 am

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FROM Snowriver Mountain Resort >> We couldn't be more excited about the 11in of fresh snow we received this weekend. Our terrain conditions are unmatched with trails for all abilities. Join us this week for your final turns of the season! #snowriver #snowphotos #SkiMichigan ... See MoreSee Less

Tuesday April 1st, 2025 - 2:13 am

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FROM The Highlands >> ❄️ We had an awesome season, and we couldn't have done it without all the hard work from our team! There's a lot of dedication that comes from these spirited individuals, and it doesn't go unnoticed. Thank you to each and every one of you for an incredible season! Share your thanks in the comments! Let's hear it for the team! 💚 #thehighlands #SkiMichigan ... See MoreSee Less

Tuesday April 1st, 2025 - 2:12 am

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Elan Snow majic women’s skis with bindings brand new! 158cm
Two pair left at $299!!
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Tuesday April 1st, 2025 - 2:11 am

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FROM NTN Trails >> With 15" of snow, it will take some time and more passes for firm conditions but things are groomed at Forestville for those wishing to get out. Saux Head is also groomed. North and South crews are out working on the singletrack but it is slow going. Expect soft conditions all around. #ntntrails #crosscountry #snowphotos #SkiMichiganWith 15" of snow, it will take some time and more passes for firm conditions but things are groomed at Forestville for those wishing to get ... See MoreSee Less

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MSIA – Cold is Cool – 4th and 5th Graders Ski Free with our NEW App!

4th and 5th Graders Ski ALL WINTER LONG with our App!

MSIA Cold is Cool Passport allows Fourth and Fifth Graders to Ski All Winter Long in Michigan! Families can obtain a Cold is Cool Ski & Ride Passport App for their 4th and/or 5th graders that gives them up to three free lift tickets or trail passes at 29 participating ski areas, plus additional discounts on the slopes and in Michigan ski shops. MSIA charges $30 for the passport; $25 covers operating expenses and $5 goes to MIsnow, a new charitable organization that helps get underprivileged kids out on our slopes & trails in the winter.  MIsnow also works to preserve the strong cultural past of Michigan skiing and protect its future with sustainability education.

In addition to the lift tickets donated by the participating ski areas, Cold is Cool Passport also includes a coupon for 20% off a helmet purchase and $20 off the purchase of $100 at participating ski shops across the state. Some ski areas have also included coupons for equipment rental and free or discounted lessons.

The Passport is an app to download on your phone, making it contactless at the lift ticket window.

Once the application is complete, you will receive an email with instructions on how to download the app.

To get a lift ticket, you will bring your child and your phone (or other device that you have loaded the app on) to the ski area. Show the offer you want to redeem to the ticket attendant and press the redeem button to receive your child’s lift ticket or other offer in the Cold is Cool App.  It’s that simple!

CHECK YOUR PASSPORT APP FOR EXCLUSION DATES AND THE SKI AREA’S WEBSITE before heading to the slopes.  Know before you go!

You can also show proof of grade at a participating ski shop and gain instant access to the Cold is Cool App. No need to wait for MSIA’s approval or upload proof of grade!

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Crystal Mountain ~ World Snow Day Celebration ~ January 19, 2025

In celebration of World Snow Day, Crystal Mountain is offering a variety of activities geared to introduce “first timers” to the great world of snow.

Learn

12pm – 4pm:  View a Snow Gun and Groomer up close! Located on the slopes behind the Crystal Center.
12pm: Ice Skating Presentation: Meet at the ice skating rink. Free to join!
1pm: Cross Country Presentation – Meet at the Cross Country Learning Center. Free to join!
2pm: Snowshoeing Presentation – Meet at Park at Water’s Edge. Free to join!
3pm:  Adults & Kids Ski and Snowboard Presentation – Meet at the Learning Area outside the Mountain Adventure Zone. Free to join!


Enjoy

12 – 4pm: Scavenger Hunt – Pick up clues at the Park at Water’s Edge. Free to participate!


Experience

Call or visit the Park at Water’s Edge for rentals, activity reservations, or to learn additional information. Call 231-378-2238 . Rentals are available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Discounted rentals are available between 12pm – 4pm:

  • Ice Skating – $12 per person for 1-hour rental ($10 per rental from 12pm – 4pm). Skating rink is open from 10am – 9pm.
  • Fat Tire Snow Bikes – $20 per person for 1-hour rental ($18 per rental from 12pm – 4pm). Biking is available from 9am – 5pm.
  • Snowshoeing – $15 per person for 1-hour rental ($13 per rental from 12pm – 4pm). Snowshoeing is available from 9am – 5pm.

10am – 11am: Fat Tire Bike Tour – $30 per person includes tour and rental; $15 per person with their own fat tire bike (includes trail pass for the day). Must be at least 12 years old. Tour rides at a moderate pace. Reserve your spot by calling 231-378-2238.

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Crystal Mountain – Airsoft Biathlon – February 9, 2025

Crystal Mountain - Airsoft Biathlon

Join us as we combine airsoft and cross-country skiing into our Airsoft Biathlon! The ski trail will be a one-mile long loop with two target stations. Must be 8 years or older to participate.

Cost:  $25 per person. Includes cross-country ski equipment rental and airsoft equipment.

Time: Start times will be staggered and available between 1-3pm in groups of up to four people. Start times are every five minutes in groups up to four people.

Event Location: Cross Country Center

Check-In:  Held at the Cross Country Center located near the Learning Center between 12:30 – 2:30pm on day of event.

Registration Open »

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