The crust skiing was great last weekend. As soon as this new snow melts down, its going to be great crust again! Have you had a chance to give it a try? If skiing isn't for you, snowbiking on the crust is great fun as well! … [Read more...] about Crust Season
Jr. Nationals
Some of our best junior skiers competed at Jr. Nationals held at Trapp Family Lodge in Vermont this year. Skiing against some very good competition, our skiers tuned in some solid performances. In the classic races, the ski tigers were led by Issac Stone, finishing in 46th, with David Jaszczak … [Read more...] about Jr. Nationals
Great Bear Chase
The Great Bear Chase races are in the books and the weekend seemed to be fun for all involved! The main events on saturday saw 515 contestants in the 3 distances which is a very good turnout for the 34 year old race. The snowbike race on sunday saw lower numbers than last year but conditions were … [Read more...] about Great Bear Chase
Great Bear Chase
The Great Bear Chase, Jr. Bear Chase and Bear Chase Snowbike races are this weekend! The Jr. races on Friday night, the main events on Saturday and the snowbike race on Sunday. For more info, look on the web --greatbearchase.com. We'll be open til 9pm on Friday for "First Fridays" -- Calumet's … [Read more...] about Great Bear Chase
Congratulations!
The Ski Tigers recently competed in the Michigan High School Championships and came back with a STATE CHAMPIONSHIP! Great work! The top skiers for our team were: In the Sprints-- David Jasczak 1st. In the Pursuit-- Issac Stone won it in a time of 32:34.6 (1st in classic,4th in freestyle), David … [Read more...] about Congratulations!
Snow Bikes
Trek "Farley" snowbikes are here and ready to ride! A couple of them have been ridden already and the reviews have been outstanding! They're lighter than Pugsleys - but you don't have to shell out $3000 or $4000 to get one. Check one out when you have the chance. We're sure you'll love it. … [Read more...] about Snow Bikes
First Friday
We'll be open tonight, Feb. 7 til 9pm for "First Fridays"! This month we are featuring the art of Barb Flanagin in a variety of mediums of winter scenes around the Keweenaw. We also have our "Mid-Winter Sale" going on right now--20% off all clothing in the store as well as even bigger discounts on … [Read more...] about First Friday
Fat Tuesdays @ Swedetown Trails
Every Tuesday at Swedetown is a "Fat Tuesday"! Snow bikes are allowed on ALL of the trails at Swedetown after 5 pm. Riders will generally meet at the chalet around 6pm if you'd like to ride with a group. Remember it gets dark early so having a light is a good idea, even if you're riding the lit … [Read more...] about Fat Tuesdays @ Swedetown Trails