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Crystal Mountain ~ First Light Celebration ~ November 24, 2023

Crystal Mountain - First Light Celebration

Our First Light Celebration is now happening during our Holiday Trail Celebration!

Santa will kick off the festivities at 5pm with a Horse Drawn Surrey ride down Crystal Mountain Drive starting from Kinlochen. He’ll hop off at the Crystal Center and use his holiday magic to help us light our tree at 5:30pm sharp! Plus, we’ll sing along to holiday favorites with Izzy Wallace.

Learn more about our Holiday Trail Celebration »

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Shanty Creek – Antrim Ski Academy Ski Swap – November 29, 2014

The Antrim Ski Academy equipment & clothing sale is our biggest fundraiser
of the year and the proceeds go towards funding our scholarship program and helping to
support Antrim County high school ski teams.

CHECK IN
Friday, November 28 • 5 – 8pm

Bring in your equipment and clothing for placement in Saturday’s sale.
We will have experts on hand to help you price your items.
Late check in will be available Saturday morning from 8 – 10am,
but we encourage you to utilize Friday nights check-in.

We accept downhill, cross country and snowboard equipment, ski racks, ice skates
and roller blades. Bindings are accepted but must be mounted to a board.
Clothing, accessories and helmets are also accepted. The club will only accept
serviceable and sellable equipment. Please, no long straight skis.
Antrim Ski Academy will take a 20% commission on all sold goods.

SKI SWAP
Saturday, November 29 • 9am – 5pm
We have lots of quality equipment available all day Saturday and have a good selection
of kids skis and boots throughout the sale. If you can’t make it early, you will still have the
opportunity to find some really good deals.

EQUIPMENT PICK UP
Saturday, November 29 • 5 – 6pm
Any equipment not picked up will become the property of
Antrim Ski Academy and may be disposed of. Sorry, no exceptions.
We will mail out any checks that are not picked up.

PROCEEDS FROM THE EVENT ARE USED FOR:
Funding 100% of our scholarship programs. Each season ASA accepts 10-15 scholarship students into our programs, at no cost to the scholarship recipients.

Purchase of new equipment for ASA, including gates, training gates, timers, etc.

Offsetting the costs of ski and snowboard clinics. The fees charged for most of our programs
do not cover the direct costs of coaching and additional funds are required.

In exchange for assisting in running the swap, ASA donates a portion
of the swap proceeds to Antrim County high school race teams.

2014 Antrim Ski Academy Ski Swap
November 28 & 29 • Grand Ballroom at The Lakeview Hotel
Summit Village • Shanty Creek Resorts
5780 Shanty Creek Road • Bellaire, MI 49615

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XC Ski Headquarters – Ski Clinic, Fast Wax Clinic, & Team Dinner – December 6, 2014


Our annual season kick off ski clinic takes place from 10:00am – 12:00pm (skate), and 1:00pm – 3:00pm (classic). If there is no snow, we will run a dryland clinic, so either way, snow or not, be sure to attend and receive undoubtedly some of the best technique training available from Amy Powell, former MI Cup Champion, Vasa 50km champion, Level 3 PSIA certified ski instructor, .and all around great skier and coach. The cost of the clinic is $25/session or both for $40. Pre-register by emailing info@crosscountryski.com

After the ski clinic is our annual wax clinic at 4PM. This year, Fast Wax founder Dan Meyer will be giving the clinic, which will be highly informative and of interest to both racers and recreational skiers. He will go over waxing technique for skating and classic, and will also highlight some key products from increasingly popular, USA-based wax company. There is no charge for this clinic.

The XC SKI HQ Team dinner follows the wax clinic, beginning at 6pm. Come join the 2004, ’07, ’08, ‘09, ’10 ’13, and 2014 Michigan Cup Champions (also the ’10, ’11 and 2013 Brumbaugh Cup Champions) in our annual kick-off potluck dinner, where we’ll introduce new team members, review last year’s performance, and strategize on how to bring home the MI and Brumbaugh Cups in 2015. Other topics will include technique, team training dates, and upcoming race info, and we will also unveil our new team uniforms!

This event always ends up being a lot of fun, so even if you think you might only do one race this season, come and enjoy this annual gathering of the most fun-loving skiers in Michigan, Ohio, Wisconsin and Pennsylvania.

Don’t forget, we are very welcoming to new team members! Our team spans a wide range of age and ability, and members are always willing to help out fellow skiers. To find out more, join us on Team Night, or call or email Devan Thielfoldt at 248-740-8825 or dthielfoldt@omniurce.com, or Mariah Frye at mariah@crosscountryski.com.

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Boyne Mountain – Holiday Open House – December 16, 2023


All the Holiday Cheer!

Get ready for a Grinch-tastic takeover at our Holiday Open House on Saturday, December 16. This year, the Grinch is in charge, bringing a touch of holiday mischief to our annual festivities. Capture a memorable photo with Santa Claus himself, and enjoy a roaring bonfire, artsy holiday crafts, cozy movie time, shopping specials, live entertainment, and delicious holiday treats.

Then head up to the NEW Lights In The Sky experience at SkyBridge Michigan, featuring 150,000 twinkle lights. Don’t miss the chance to sip Cocoa with The Grinch – you won’t want to miss his mischievous charm!

Lunch with Santa | Noon – 2pm

Holiday Open House weekend wouldn’t be complete without a visit from the big man himself. From noon-2pm on Saturday, December 16, you are invited to Lunch with Santa. Bring your little ones and enjoy a delicious meal while creating unforgettable memories with the jolly old man in the red suit. Plus, don’t miss Photos with Santa in the Mountain Grand Lodge and Spa lobby from 3 – 5pm.

Meet The Grinch | 5 – 8pm 

Get up close and personal with the Grinch! Step into Whoville and capture the holiday spirit with an unforgettable photo opportunity alongside this iconic character. He might even strike a classic Grinch pose or two! But that’s not all – you can also cozy up with the Grinch over a cup of steaming hot cocoa. Share your holiday wishes, swap stories about your favorite Grinchy pranks, and maybe even convince him to join in on a little holiday mischief.

Lights In The Sky at SkyBridge Michigan | 3 – 9pm

Don’t miss SkyBridge Michigan’s new Lights In The Sky experience, featuring over 150,000 twinkle lights. This captivating display transports you to a world of wonder and awe. Join us for an enchanting night under the stars and be part of the luminous holiday magic at Boyne Mountain.

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