Event Calendar
Sunday, April 19 - The corn snow was abundant on Saturday and the weather was perfect. Today will be the final day of skiing and riding for the 2009 season. All lift tickets are just $20. We will have 7 slopes serviced by the Mountain Express High Speed chairlift. We expect highs in the low 50’s with plenty of sunshine, so don’t forget the sunscreen. It will be a great day to end the season and we hope you can join us!
Right now is the best time to take advantage of the 2009/10 BOYNE Passes! Save up to $100 off the lowest prices that were offered for the 2008/09 season! Plus you can ski/ride the rest of this season with next season’s pass. It’s a no brainer get your pass TODAY!
BOYNE - Easter Family Fun and Spring Break Adventure
Categories: Boyne Area, Boyne Mountain, Featured
From an exciting egg hunt and comical performance by juggler, Tommy Tropic, to our famous Easter Sunday Brunch and a chance to hit the slopes, Boyne Mountain is sure to satisfy your family with an unforgettable weekend! Spring snow conditions are fantastic and warm sunshine plus a visit from the Easter Bunny are in the forecast! Two FREE lift tickets with lodging and Spring Break deals including waterpark access and lodging for four still available. Learn More >
Ski Mackinac - Winter Photos From Mackinac Island
Categories: Cross Country, Featured, Featured Nordic News, Upper Peninsula
Most visitors only see Mackinac Island during the warm days of summer, however, the wonders of the island are perhaps even more grand and beautiful in the winter. Uncrowded, snow-covered streets and groomed ski trails leading to stunning vistas, make a winter trip to Mackinac Island a once-in-a-lifetime experience. Here are some photos of winter on the island from March 2009. (Look for more information online about visiting Mackinac Island in the winter soon.)
(Click on photos for slideshow view.)
Visit Mackinac Island Website >>>>
The runaway leader for information requests through boyne.com in recent days revolve around whether there will be skiing and riding through the end of March and into the first part of April. In some cases, people ask whether we have skiing now! A quick glance at this photo which I snapped yesterday addresses that.
Not only do we have snow, but some - myself included - think that this is the best time to ski and ride. The list of reasons is long - and I have hit upon them many times here. Sunshine. Elbow room (not that that is ever much of a problem). Suntans. Carve-able snow. Did I mention that we get lots of sun this time of year?
I live in Boyne Falls, and I occasionally forget that many of our customers live and work in places a few mile south. You know, where the climate is just a little different. You are looking at brown golf courses and little piles of dirt where snowbanks used to be. We look at quite a different sight every day (again, reference photo). And virtually every year, we see a white hill until at least the middle of April.
So, for locals, snowsports is just a part of our natural consciousness until the first or second weekend in April. Some years longer. So, come and live the local life for a few days - you’ll be happy you did.
Cary Adgate - BOYNE SnowSports Ambassador
Boyne Highlands Spring Board Meeting - April 11 - 12
Categories: Boyne Area, Boyne Highlands, Events, Featured, Snowboarding
Join us at Boyne Highlands for what has become a spring tradition. The Spring Board Meeting is your last chance to get your terrain park fix before hanging up your board or skis for the long summer. Master pipe cutter and terrain park shaper, Jason Wagner, will once again be working his magic to make sure all those who make this annual pilgrimage will not be disappointed. I almost forgot, Jason gets a bunch of help from Mike, Edgar and Isiah . The weekend includes informal competitions, music and the camaraderie only this event can deliver. Skiers and snowboarders welcome.
Lift ticket prices: Dependent on terrain available but it will be cheap
Lift(s) open: too early to tell
Runs Open: too early to tell
All 08-09 BOYNE season passes will be honored. Lift tickets purchased at Boyne Highlands for the above rates will be honored at Boyne Highlands ONLY and cannot be used at Boyne Mountain. Tickets purchased at Boyne Mountain can be used at Boyne Highlands.
Details subject to change and weather dependent.
Visit Boyne Highlands Website >>>>
Warm temperatures and rain have forced us to close for the season. Thank you for making this another great season. Enjoy your summer off from the slopes. Keep an eye on our website for updates in the coming season.
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Boyne Highlands - League Racing Championships - March 28, 2009
Categories: Boyne Area, Boyne Highlands, Events, Featured
Miller Lite Ski League Championships
The state’s top league racers gather to see who’s fastest in this season ending team event. Races are held on North Challenger. Get your team together and see how you stack up against the best in the area. Thank you to our friends at Miller Lite and Bayside Beverage for once again stepping up and sponsoring this gathering of the gate chasers. Spectators welcome.
2009 Miller Lite League Flyer and Registration Form
Completed forms and entry fees can be mailed to the following address or will be accepted during registration for the event.
Boyne Highlands Resort
ATTN: Joe Brieghner
Miller Lite Ski League Championships
600 Highlands Drive
Harbor Springs, MI 49740
***On Site Registration, Waiver Signing and Bib Pick up will take place in the Olympic Room at Boyne Highlands Main Lodge
Friday, March 27; 5:30pm - 11:30pm
Saturday, March 28; 7:30am - 8:30am
Event details subject to change.
Visit Boyne Highlands Website >>>>
Crystal Mountain - Maple Syrup Festival - March 28
Categories: Crystal Mountain, Events, Featured, Traverse City Area
Join us in honoring Maple Syrup, a fabulous treat from Mother Nature!
- Maple Syrup Vendors & Tree-Tapping Presentations
- Chainsaw Wood Carving Demonstration
with
award-winning chainsaw carver, Scott Kuefler
- Thompsonville Fire Truck Tours, Petting Zoo, Outdoor BBQ
- All-You-Can-Eat Pancake Breakfast (8-11am)
- Complimentary Services Provided By Crystal Spa!
- Enter to Win, Spa Services, Maple Syrup, Ski Passes, Golf Passes & Alpine Slide Passes
- Cooking Class (5pm in the Crystal Center)
- Bake Sale & Face Painting-Benefitting Benzie Central Volleyball
- Surrey Rides with Maple Syrup History - Reservation required, ext. 7000
- Sweet Syrup Slalom Contest - Reservation required, ext.2000
Most events are held outdoors at the base of the slopes at Crystal Mountain. A complete schedule of activities including Sunday morning’s breakfast and Pancake-Eating-Contest coming soon.
Visit Crystal Mountain Website >>>>
Have you ever wanted to get in a tuck and point it down Olympic and not worry about a ski patroller pulling your ticket? Well, this is your chance. The annual Boyne Highlands Downhill is an event for skiers who have a love affair with speed. There are age brackets for everyone and a pro division that pays cash. In addition, there will be an alternate course down MacGully for juniors and the more experienced skier. The awards ceremony is highlighted by the biggest prize giveaway in the area.
2009 Boyne Highlands Downhill Registration Form
To Register Online Click HERE
On Site Registration, Waiver Signing and Bib Pick Up Information:
Friday, March 27; 5:30pm - 11:30pm
Saturday, March 28; 8:00am - 2:30pm
Sunday, March 29; 7:00am - 8:00am
**All on site registration, waiver signing and bib pick up will be in the Olympic Room in the Boyne Highlands Main Lodge
Event details subject to change.
Visit Boyne Highlands Website >>>>
Caberfae Peaks - Family Fun-Day Sunday - March 29
Categories: Caberfae Peaks, Cadillac, Events, Featured
Bring the Family to the slopes for only $49!
The perfect family activity for a winter Sunday afternoon! Caberfae Peaks invites all families to spend some time together on the slopes. Package includes lift tickets, ski or snowboard rentals and a beginner lesson for a family of three. Must have at least one parent present. Additional family members are only $15 each. Presentation of a completed coupon at the Peaks ticket office is required to obtain the Fun-Day rate. Children 8 and under are not free with this discount program.
Remaining Family Fun-Day Dates:
Sunday, March 29th from 1 pm to close
MUST HAVE THE COUPON TO RECEIVE DISCOUNT. NO EXCEPTIONS.
Visit Caberfae Peaks Website >>>>
2009-10 Crystal Premier Pass - $209 Through March 30th Only!
Categories: Crystal Mountain, Featured, Season Passes, Traverse City Area
Love winter even more with a season pass from Crystal Mountain! Crystal offers a variety of season passes that enable you and your family to enjoy our 45 downhill runs, two terrain parks, over 40km of groomed cross-country trails, and countless events all season long! Plus, there are added Passholder Perks for being a Crystal Mountain Passholder!
To purchase your Crystal Mountain Season Passes, click on the appropriate link below to shop online, call 800-968-7686 ext. 3000 to order by phone or fax/mail a printable form. You may also read our Season Pass FAQs for more information.
New for the 2009-10 skiing & riding season, Crystal’s NEW Crystal Premier Pass not only give you unlimited skiing & riding all anytime, any day or night, with no limit on the number of visits and no blackout dates, you’ll also get a number of exclusive benefits:
- 15% off winter retail items in Crystal’s retail shops during the 2009-10 snow sports season
- Half off a complete ski or snowboard tune at our tuning center
- Two complimentary passes for the Crystal Coaster Alpine Slide valid for the 2009 summer season
- 10 % discount on private snow sports lessons
- Other benefits & discounts exclusively for Crystal Premier Passholders during the 2009-10 season
Crystal Premier Passholders also receive a 50% discount on cross-country day passes and a number of Passholder Perks.
2009-2010 BOYNE Season Pass
Categories: Boyne Area, Boyne Highlands, Boyne Mountain, Featured, Season Passes
BOYNE is now offering the best value in skiing and riding in the Midwest… at our lowest price in years! Our new Boyne Low-E fan guns allowed our earliest opening in 12 years of our 114 runs, 5 terrain parks, 2 halfpipes, 1-18″ Superpipe, Skier and Boarder Cross Courses, and tubing parks. And where else can your season pass get you discounts on admission to Avalanche Bay, Michigan’s largest Indoor Waterpark? Or discounts on a ski vacation to resorts throughout the U.S. and Canada? When you purchase a BOYNE Season Pass, you receive lodging discounts and you can ski or ride up to 10 DAYS FREE * at our BOYNE sister resorts! So what are you waiting for?
Pricing Through April 30, 2009
| Pass | Gold | Silver | Bronze |
| Adult (19-64) | $599 | $349 | $249 |
| Teen (13-18) | $479 | $269 | |
| Junior (9-12) | $349 | $199 | |
| Senior (65-70) | $479 | $269 |
Spring 2009 Purchase Incentives
Current BOYNE Passholders: Pick One
- Receive double BoyneRewards points if you pay in full by April 30, 2009. OR!
- BOYNE Season Pass Easy 3-Pay Plan. Pay 1/3 prior to April 30, 2009; pay 1/3 July 1, 2009; and pay the remaining balance October 1, 2009.
New BOYNE Passholders: Pick One
- Purchase your 2009-2010 BOYNE Pass now and in addition to the 2009-10 benefits, ski or ride the remainder of the 2008-09 season at Boyne Highlands or Boyne Mountain. (Must be paid in full.) OR!
- BOYNE Season Pass Easy 3-Pay Plan. Pay 1/3 prior to April 30, 2009; pay 1/3 July 1, 2009; and pay the remaining balance October 1, 2009.
More Information at the BOYNE Website >>>>
Shanty Creek Resorts - 09/10 Season Passes On Sale
Categories: Featured, Season Passes, Shanty Creek, Traverse City Area
ABR Trails Spring Race - March 15, 2009
Categories: ABR Trails, Cross Country, Events, Featured Nordic News, Western U.P.
A fun Sunday Race. - 19 K Freestyle - 6 K Youth Freestyle - 3 K Jr. Freestyle - 1 K Kids’ Gorilla Chase - Famous for our awards & prizes! - Anyone can win skis, poles and other great prizes!
Skiers in Northern Michigan and the Upper Peninsula enjoyed some of the best powder conditions in many years. Crystal Mountain received over 30 inches of snow over the weekend and most ski areas received 10+ inches. Here are some photos from the weekend. (Click on photos for slideshow view with captions.)
