This Saturday is the 2017 Great Bear Chase Ski Race on the Swedetown Trails here in Calumet. The Great Bear Chase was started in 1981 by Rick Oikarinen and Bob Gregg as a late-winter cross-country ski that would showcase Michigan’s Keweenaw Peninsula, and the plethora of snow it gets. “We know … [Read more...] about Great Bear Chase this Weekend!
Join Cross Country Sports this First Friday for a new art installation, "Elements of the U.P.," by Bryan Byrnes Photography, celebrating the timeless beauty of Michigan's Upper Peninsula and the Lake Superior region. Bryan's work captures the elements of nature that make this area special. By taking … [Read more...] about “Elements of the U.P.” landscape photography by Bryan Byrnes
Make a date, or two, or twenty seven, to get out and exercise! Why? Exercise improves mood. Exercise improves your health. Exercise improves your relationships with others. Exercise WITH a buddy can help you get a better work out. In the name of Valentine's Day, we have to give some … [Read more...] about Fall in Love…with the Outdoors
E-bikes, or electric-assist bikes, can help breath new life into your cycling adventures. There are a wide variety of e-bikes on the market today, everything from full-suspension mountain bikes to swift commuter bikes. While they are still new in the market, and there is some controversy, e-bikes … [Read more...] about Go Anywhere – Confidence with Electric-Assist
Here in the Copper Country, every day is an adventure. We have access to a surplus of beautiful outdoor spaces and activities. If you're like us, you have certain gear you always bring along with you, whether you are hiking a new trail or spinning through your regular commute. One piece of gear … [Read more...] about Gear we always have with us – a Buff
Stepping outside your comfort zone can be made easier with the right gear. Finding gear that fits and that is made for the type of adventure you seek can make all the difference. Stop in today and let us help you find what works for you, whether you want to snowshoe to the secluded winter shores … [Read more...] about Step Outside Your Comfort Zone
We had a great time at Winter Trails Day this past Sunday. The turnout was just what we had hoped for, many smiling faces from first-timers to seasoned skiers. At Winter Trails Day participants were able to enjoy a free pass to the Swedetown trails and free equipment rentals of cross-country skis … [Read more...] about Winter Trails Day
Need to find the perfect stocking stuffer? The holiday shopping days are here and we are ready to help you find that perfect gift for the outdoorsy person in your life. From warm wool socks to the perfect puffy, we've got what you need. … [Read more...] about Countdown to Christmas
