Michigan Ski News Headlines

OTSEGO CLUB HOSTS REVOLUTION TOUR

The Otsego Club & Resort, Michigan's only private ski destination, will host the Ski and Snowboarding Revolution Tour January 27 – February 5. Public skiers and riders are invited to come out and experience this exciting event up close. More information... 

SKI STUNT GOES WRONG
This is what happens when you try to ski in a downtown area. Good chuckles when you watch this YouTube video.

MID-WINTER CHOCOLATE THERAPY AT SHANTY CREEK  
If you love chocolate, and are looking for the sweetest weekend getaway this winter, then consider Shanty Creek Resorts. The resort is hosting the 2nd annual “Mid Winter Chocolate Therapy Escape” on February 4-6. This chocolate weekend promises to be the perfect blend of sweets and snow sports activities found in northern Michigan. More information at ShantyCreek.com.

WHITE PINE STAMPEDE FEBRUARY 4 
The 35th annual White Pine Stampede Cross-Country Ski Race presented by Shanty Creek Resorts takes place February 4, 2011. This popular event, which has been attracting contestants of all abilities from all over Michigan since 1977, features three race lengths of 10 kilometers, 20 kilometers, and 40 kilometers. The skiers will begin their journey at the Mancelona High School and will conclude at either Schuss Mountain or Summit Village depending on the race length they compete in. Race information...

DISCOVER MICHIGAN SKIING LESSONS PROGRAM

Ski areas across the state have teamed up with Michigan McDonald’s restaurants to offer a very affordable introduction to the sport of skiing and snowboarding.The program includes: a beginner lesson, ski or snowboard rental equipment and a beginner-area ski lift pass or cross-country trail pass. Twenty-three ski facilities are offering the package, which will be honored from January 2 through January 31, 2012. Click here for more details...

FOUNDERS BREWERY SKIS AND SNOWBOARDS
Want something really cool and pure Michigan skiing? Check out the awesome new skis and snowboards with graphics featuring Founders Brewery. Click here...  

COLD IS COOL -- FREE SKIING FOR 4TH GRADERS
The Michigan Snowsports Industries Association is offering a passport that allows 4th graders to ski free at many Michigan resorts this winter. For all the information, click here... 

IS SKIING THE BEST SPORT?
This is a great ski article that should be required reading for every parent and grandparent. Click here...