Michigan Ski Resorts Open Early

Michigan Ski Resorts Open Early Many ski areas across Michigan took advantage of the cold snap that happened this past week, giving them a nice jumpstart to the 2012/2013 season. While there is a mild warm up anticipated in the weather toward the end of the weekend and into mid-week next week, many...

2012-2013 Michigan Ski Resort Season Outlook

2012-2013 Michigan Ski Resort Season Outlook It’s getting to be that time of the year again. Resorts and ski areas are scrambling to get the last minute touches on terrain changes and upgrades for this season, some areas like Ski Brule are already open.  With a rash of storms up and down the east coast,...

Support Michigan’s Urban Scene

Support Michigan’s Urban Scene There’s this little group located in Grand Rapids, MI known as Start Garden. Their focus is on creating an ecosystem where ideas can grow, entrepreneurs can learn and businesses can be built. How does it work? Don’t ask us… read the fine...

Monster Energy Park at Shanty Creek

Monster Energy Park at Shanty Creek We caught wind of this late last season but were sworn to secrecy…. sorry kids, but we had to keep our mouths shut! Official Press Release: Shanty Creek Introduces The Monster Energy Park at Schuss Mountain Bellaire, Mich. – Shanty Creek Resorts, a premier...

Shanty Creek Makes a Stand Against Holiday Rates

Shanty Creek Makes a Stand Against Holiday Rates With the weather we have experienced over the past few weeks, it’s no surprise that many of the resorts across Michigan are not 100% open, let alone 60+% open. Shanty Creek Resorts decided to do something about this and make a stand, showing their appreciation...

Current Snowmaking Progress in Michigan

Current Snowmaking Progress in Michigan Temps have finally cooperated for many resorts throughout the state.  Much of the northern lower peninsula has experienced temps down into the upper teens and low 20’s, combined with lower humidity levels creating ideal conditions for snowmaking.  But is the...