We received 1-2 inches of light, fluffy snow last night. The Trappers Cabin trail (about 2km) has full coverage with man-made snow, snowcombed skate lanes, and classic tracks. The rest of the trails are open, and Groomer Butch will attempt to snow comb some of them today. More snow is forecast to arrive today and tonight! The Blizzard Pond loop behind the practice area, in addition to the practice area, now has abundant man-made snow, is groomed, and is in excellent for demos, lessons, and just skiing around.
Weather Forecast for Higgins Lake:
Today: Snow this morning will give way to lingering snow showers this afternoon. High 28F. Winds SSE at 10 to 15 mph. Chance of snow 100%.
Tonight: Variably cloudy with snow showers. Low near 20F. Winds SW at 10 to 15 mph. Chance of snow 50%.
Tomorrow: Overcast. Morning high of 23F with temps falling to near 15. Winds W at 10 to 20 mph.
Upcoming Events:
Saturday & Sunday, January 11th & 12th:
- Today’s Lunch Special: Bob’s Bean Bomb! Back in the early 2000’s, founder Bob Frye created a culinary concoction that eventually became a legend in the XC ski industry: Bob’s Bean Bomb. He went so far as to sell it to ski shops and specialty markets throughout the country. He has since retired the project, but on occasion, he makes a big batch of it for friends and family… and it never lasts longer than a few minutes. This cheesy, spicy, addictive bean dip is served hot, with sturdy chips. Cold drinks recommended. Available until it sells out!
- Today is the Golden Years Ski School! Intended for both beginners and people who have not skied in many years, the Golden Years Ski School is an introduction (or reintroduction) to the sport of cross country skiing for people aged 55+. articipants will begin the workshop at 10:30 with indoor introductions and instruction, then head outside for an on-snow lesson. They will debrief inside afterwards, and break for lunch in the Stone Turtle Cafe and Day Lodge from 12pm to 1pm. After lunch, from approximately 1pm to 2pm, instructor Jim Bradley will take skiers on a guided ski tour on the XC Ski Headquarters trails. Cost is $55 and includes a full-day ski rental and facilities pass, learn-to-ski workshop, and guided ski tour. Space is limited, sign up here!
- Monday, Jan 13 – Friday Jan 17th: Silver Streak Week! If you are age 60 or older, you are entitled to a complimentary XC SKI HQ Facilities Pass, plus a coffee or hot cocoa on the house, all week long! Enjoy our meticulously groomed trails, relax in our cozy Day Lodge, peruse the menu at the Stone Turtle Café, and try out a pair of new skis for FREE at our demo center!
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All the best,
Mariah, Stu, Bob, Lynne, George, Missy, Erin, Alex, Mitch, Krista, Will, Donnie and the crew
