The 4H Olympics is a XC Ski HQ tradition for the past 30 years, and is the culmination of the 6-week Roscommon 4H XC ski program!

The sun is beginning to take a toll on the ski trails. We will be grooming the Trapper’s Cabin trail this morning, which has a thin layer of man-made snow on it. We will also be grooming the Practice Area and Blizzard trail to prepare for the 4H Olympics this afternoon, where 36 local youth skiers will participate in ski racing and a picnic on the sun deck. The rest of the trails will not be groomed today, as they have become quite icy, and some warm and wet weather tonight will quickly negate any of our efforts; HOWEVER, the snow prediction for later this week is VERY promising, and we’re crossing our fingers for a return to awesome conditions for this President’s Day Weekend! The Stone Turtle Cafe is open for lunch, and the demo center is open as well – stop in and get fitted for skis, then try them before you buy!

Upcoming Events:

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!

Saturday, Feb 18th to Monday, Feb 20th – Noon to 4:00pm: Gourmet Mac ‘n Cheese Bar

Prepare to indulge in this decadent classic comfort food, complete with a toppings bar that includes onions, tomatoes, spinach, jalapenos, feta cheese, peas, hotdogs, and bacon. So rich and delicious, this mac-sterpiece lunch is the perfect complement to a day on the ski trails!

Saturday, Feb 18th – 10:30am: Free Beginner Ski Lesson

Learn how to cross country ski at our FREE beginner ski lesson! You will learn the basics of traditional (classic style) XC ski technique, plus hill climbing, descending, and turning. You will even learn how to get up when you fall down! Free lessons are limited to 25 people. Ski rentals are available at the rental desk on a first-come, first-served basis (we do not take rental reservations). The free lesson lasts 1 hour.
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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