We are expecting some mixed precipitation today, with best-case forecasted for up to 3 inches of snow before tomorrow morning — keep your fingers crossed. The trails are open today, but we are not going to groom until we see what kind and quality of accumulation we get in the next 24 hours. If we do get even a little fresh snow on top of our current base (which ranges from 1-5 inches in depth), conditions should should be great for tomorrow and the weekend! Warm daytime temps will yield to overnight temps below freezing, which will enable us to groom in the mornings. Make a plan to join us for great skiing, a Free Ski Lesson Saturday at 10:30, Mas Tacos for lunch both days, and a Learn to Skate Ski clinic on Sunday (there still a couple spots left – register here!). The Stone Turtle Cafe is open for lunch today and every day.

Upcoming Events:

Saturday, Feb 11th & Sunday, Feb 12th: Mas Tacos and Saturday Free Ski Lesson!
Tacos and a craft brew from the Stone Turtle Cafe… could there be a more perfect post-ski meal? Enjoy slow roasted meats, beans, and an assortment of flavorful toppings will ignite your taste buds and leave you saying: Mas Tacos! Served from noon to 3:00pm on Saturday and Sunday. Plus, join us for the Free Saturday Ski Lesson at 10:30am.

Sunday, February 12th: Learn to Skate Ski Clinic
Have you been thinking about trying skate skiing, but aren’t sure how to get into it? Join us for our Learn How to Skate Ski Clinic, which includes a Facilities Pass, and 90 minute group skate ski lesson. Cost for the clinic is $20. Ski rentals are available at our normal rates. The lesson starts at 11:00am, and skiers are welcome to pick up rental equipment as early as 9am. Space is limited, so pre-registration is required. Click here to register. Warning, you may become addicted!

Friday, Feb 17th – 10:00am to 5:30pm: Winter Fest Kick-Off
For only $5, visitors to the Higgins Lake/Roscommon area can purchase a Winter Fest badge and enjoy a day of cross country skiing or snowshoeing at XC Ski HQ. The badge gets you an XC Ski HQ facilities pass for the day, plus complimentary hot cocoa and bonfire at Trapper’s Cabin from 3:30-5:30. It also gets you access to lots of other fun local events throughout the weekend. Equipment rentals are available on Friday for badge holders for the special rate of $5. Check the Roscommon-Higgins Lake Chamber of Commerce website for more information on all there is to see and do on Winter Fest weekend!

All the best,

-Mariah, Stu, Bob, Lynne, George, Erin, Missy, Gill, Drew, Alex, Mitch, Krista, Will, Josie, Branden and the crew

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