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  • In the midwest, we don't so much chase the pow as we do hunt for strange, and with nearly 40 ski areas in the state of Michigan alone, it's not difficult to find a place you've never ridden, it's just a matter of getting there. Cannonsburg Ski Area is located just outside of Grand Rapids, MI about 2.5 hours West of Detroit and 3.5 hours Northeast of Chicago.

    Cannonsburg Ski Area Review

    Posted on January 25, 2012 | 3 Comments
    In the midwest, we don't so much chase the pow as we do hunt for strange, and with nearly 40 ski areas in the state of Michigan alone, it's not difficult to find a place you've never ridden, it's just a matter of getting there. Cannonsburg Ski Area is located just outside of Grand Rapids, MI about 2.5 hours West of Detroit and 3.5 hours Northeast of Chicago.

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  • This past weekend we visited Treetops Resort in Gaylord, MI for the first time here's the scoop on one of the the lesser-known ski resorts in Gaylord, MI.

    Treetops Resort 1/7 and 1/8

    Posted on January 9, 2012 | 1 Comment
    This past weekend we visited Treetops Resort in Gaylord, MI for the first time here's the scoop on one of the the lesser-known ski resorts in Gaylord, MI.

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  • Having heard stories of the many small ski hills that peppered Michigan decades ago, I remember thinking how cool it would be if we had a resource like New England Lost Ski Areas Project. At that time, I couldn't find anything like it.

    Lost Ski Areas

    Posted on December 19, 2011 | No Comments
    Having heard stories of the many small ski hills that peppered Michigan decades ago, I remember thinking how cool it would be if we had a resource like New England Lost Ski Areas Project. At that time, I couldn't find anything like it.

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  • Leo has taken the lead on organizing a meet-up at Crystal Mountain the weekend of December 16-18. Saturday will be the main "meet-up" day since not everyone will be there on Friday evening. If you're interested in getting in on the action, read on.

    Crystal Mountain Meet-up – December 17

    Posted on October 6, 2011 | 2 Comments
    Leo has taken the lead on organizing a meet-up at Crystal Mountain the weekend of December 16-18. Saturday will be the main "meet-up" day since not everyone will be there on Friday evening. If you're interested in getting in on the action, read on.

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  • It's that time of year again... here's the rundown on this year's season pass offerings at Michigan's ski resorts of the northern lower peninsula. These are all full-service resorts, within 4 hours of Detroit, and 5 of Toledo, Indianapolis or Chicago.

    Michigan Ski Season Passes 2011-2012

    Posted on September 27, 2011 | No Comments
    It's that time of year again... here's the rundown on this year's season pass offerings at Michigan's ski resorts of the northern lower peninsula. These are all full-service resorts, within 4 hours of Detroit, and 5 of Toledo, Indianapolis or Chicago.

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  • I've never planned anything this late in the season, never done any research, have no idea what the typical weather is like anywhere this time of year, etc. I know last year was a bit of an outlier with all those April pow days but kinda hoping we might be able to snag one of those this year

    What’s the Best Ski Resort to Visit in April?

    Posted on January 8, 2011 | No Comments
    I've never planned anything this late in the season, never done any research, have no idea what the typical weather is like anywhere this time of year, etc. I know last year was a bit of an outlier with all those April pow days but kinda hoping we might be able to snag one of those this year

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  • There's a high probability we'll be headed to glorious Mt. Bohemia over President's Day Weekend in February. Check out this video to see what it's all about up there:

    Mt. Bohemia – Road Trip

    Posted on January 3, 2011 | 3 Comments
    There's a high probability we'll be headed to glorious Mt. Bohemia over President's Day Weekend in February. Check out this video to see what it's all about up there:

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  • The added terrain is great; seems like every other time I go there they've got another new trail or two open. Their kids program is excellent which is why we've taken Jake there a few times. If you're looking to get shradical and hit huge jumps or spend all day in the park though, you're probably going to be disappointed

    Crystal Mountain 12/26

    Posted on December 29, 2010 | No Comments
    The added terrain is great; seems like every other time I go there they've got another new trail or two open. Their kids program is excellent which is why we've taken Jake there a few times. If you're looking to get shradical and hit huge jumps or spend all day in the park though, you're probably going to be disappointed

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