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Boyne Highlands Cross Country Ski Race – January 2, 2011 – CANCELLED

BOYNE X-C RACE UPDATE: The cool down we were hoping for overnight never happened and with the light rain we received, part of our trail was lost. With the temps expected to stay in the upper 30’s & 40’s until sometime Saturday, we are forced to cancel the race for Sunday, January 2. We held off on making the call, hoping for the best but unfortunately, it never happened. Thanks for your patience and understanding. Think snow! Questions can be directed to Boyne Nordic Center at 231 526 3029.

Cross Country racers of all ages gather at Boyne Highlands for a classic Cross Country Race.

Details and Information

11K Classic for all racers 18 and older
5K Classic for all racers 17 and younger
Registation will be in the Cross Country Center/Heather Pro Shop day of the race at 8:30am
Race begins at 11am with a mass start
Top 3 finishers in each age division will receive awards

Entry Fees

Senior Men and Women $40
OJ/J1/J2 $20
Entry fee includes lunch for all racers

For more information contact Gary Day at The Boyne Highlands Cross Country Center

ph: 231 526 3029

e-mail: gday@boyne.com

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The Homestead Ski Slopes on schedule to open December 26

Snowmaking at the Homestead – December 20

The early indications for skiing and riding during the holidays will be man-made, machine groomed. The available terrain for skiing and riding will be limited. At this time, we anticipate having one chair lift and one surface lift (Magic Carpet) open on December 26th and 2-3 trails with the hope of opening more skiable terrain as the holiday week progresses.

With an unseasonably late start to the winter season and less than 2 inches of natural snowfall has been reported in Leelanau County to date, ski slopes look more green that white. Fortunately, our state-of-the-art snowmaking capabilities continue to make snow whenever temperatures permit.

Last week snow guns blanketed Bay Mountain for well over 100 hours, but snow making was delayed when temperatures rose later in the week. Our crews were able to start up the snow machines at 5 am Tuesday morning (December 20, 2011) and have been making snow ever since. Snow making will continue as the temperatures permit with the goal of opening as much terrain as possible on December 26th. Vist our Resort Blog, Facebook Page or Google+ Page more photos of Bay Mountain ski hill.

For accommodation reservations call 231.334.5100.

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Norway Mountain – 12 Days of Christmas Specials!

Celebrate the Christmas Holiday Season at Norway Mountain.
12 Days of Holiday Specials From December 22 to January 2
A Different Special Every Day!

Day 1 – Thurs, Dec 22
LIFT AND RENTAL SPECIAL*
All lift tickets $25, Ski/Board Rentals $5 and Group Ski/Board Lessons for $5

Day 2 – Fri, Dec 23
2 FOR 1 LIFT TICKETS*
$36 Adults & $30 Juniors

Day 3 – Sat, Dec 24
TICKET + RENTAL COMBO DEAL*
Lift Ticket + Ski/Board Rental for $40—All ages

Day 4 – Sun, Dec 25
(CLOSED FOR CHRISTMAS)
LAST CHANCE FOR DISCOUNTED TICKETS
On-Line Store is OPEN and this is your final opportunity to buy advanced lift
tickets for just $29 each AND watch for a special Christmas Day Deal!

Day 5 – Mon, Dec 26
$99 FAMILY LIFT TICKET SPECIAL*
Includes 2 Adults + 2 Juniors. Extra Juniors just $10 each. 9 & Under Ski Free
(Offer good for immediate family members only)

Day 6 – Tues, Dec 27
1/2 PRICE PINTS OF TAP BEER
Available in Toasty’s Bar

Day 7 – Wed, Dec 28
$1 COFFEES AND DRINKS
Includes any size Fountain soda, coffee, cappuccino, frappes in Toasty’s Grill

Day 8 – Thurs, Dec 29
2 FOR 1 GROUP SKI LESSON
$18 buys 2 Lessons Today

Day 9 – Fri, Dec 30
2 FOR 1 GROUP SNOWBOARD LESSON

Day 10 – Sat, Dec 31
WIN PRIZES!!!
1 entry for each lift ticket purchased or for each season pass member present today

Day 11 – Sun, Jan 1
HAPPY NEW YEAR!!
$99 FAMILY LIFT TICKET SPECIAL

Day 12 – Mon, Jan 2
FREE RETURN TRIP VOUCHER*
with the purchase of a regular priced lift ticket for your next trip to Norway Mtn

*Offers good on regularly priced lift tickets only. No double discounts.

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Schuss Mountain Opens Friday, December 16, 2011

Schuss Mountain at Shanty Creek Resorts will be open Friday 9am-10pm, Saturday 9am-10pm and Sunday 9am-4:30pm.

The lift starts turning at 9am! We will have 6 runs open, including a temporary terrain park which will feature a new C-Box, Rainbow Box, and 20’ long picnic table, as well as a 1000 gallon propane tank, and a medium sized step-up jump.

Despite the less-than-ideal weather, we were lucky enough to make a decent amount of snow which should make for some good skiing/boarding on the runs we are able to open. We are also going to be opening a temporary terrain park for our guests who are eager to hit some elements.

The 2011/12 season brings with it many upgrades and improvements, both on the slopes and off including:

• Seven new rails and boxes including a 35ft battleship box, 3 C-rails, two 20ft rainbow rails and a 20ft picnic table • Two new runs, Salsa and Red Fox, serviced by the Red Lift
• On-property snowmobile rentals from Blue Sky Rentals
• A new fleet of Volkyl high-performance rental skis
• A renovation to the Rental and Academy lodge
• A new Prinoth Bison groomer to help convert fresh snow to smooth corduroy

It’s not too late to pick up a 2011/12 season pass! A season pass provides access to SCRs 53 runs, four terrain parks, halfpipe, on both Schuss and Summit mountains. 2011/12 SCR Favorite Cards are available too. These cards include one holiday/weekend Superticket, four Sunday-Friday Supertickets, and five Summit-Only tickets.

We’ll continue to provide updates as we get closer to opening day so be sure to check back frequently!

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