Northern Michigan Winter Life

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Breaking Through...Sun breaks through winter clouds over Little Traverse Bay as seen from the bluff above Harbor Springs.

(Harbor Light Newspaper photo/Mark Flemming)

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Around the North: Regional Event Listings

Annie MooradianCell: 231.838.7955

Paul MooradianCell: 231.838.3722

Jennifer Kruzel Cell: 231.838.7039

231.347.2010 www.KeystoneSells.com

Cottages atBirchwood

Lakeview LotBeach Access

Meadowview FarmsBuilding Sites

Restaurant ♦ BarOpportunity

4 Bedrooms ♦ 3 Baths5 acres

3 Bedrooms ♦ 2 BathsNear Ski Slopes

Office ♦ WarehouseFranklin Park

Hidewaway Valley 4 Bedrooms ♦ 3 Baths

DECEMBERDec. 21-23 Crooked Tree Art Center’s

Fourth Annual Holiday Bazaar. 70 local artists displaying items for holi-day gift giving. Open Monday, Dec 21- Wednesday, Dec 23 from 9AM-5PM for shopping.

Dec. 26 - 31 USSA Nub’s Nob Racing Christmas/Holiday Training Camp features 6 days of the best training and coaching for serious ski racers of all ages. Must be a USSA member to attend. Go to Winter Sport Schools at nubsnob.com then click on USSA Ski Racing for enrollment dates, require-ments and schedules or call the Winter Sport Schools for more information at 800-SKI-NUBS, extension 23.

Dec. 27 Boyne Country Sports Holiday Ski & Snowboard Demo at Boyne High-lands - This is your chance to check out all the new skis and snowboards from industry leaders in one location. Manufacturer’s reps will be on hand to answer all your questions and recom-mend the equipment that’s right for you. FREE!!! In addition, Boyne Country Sports at Boyne Highlands will be of-fering incentives to purchase your own new skis or snowboard package during this special weekend. Companies ex-

pected to be present include: Nordica, Burton, K2, Volkl, Head and Roxy. The demo area will be set up near the base of the Heather Express and equipment can be checked out between 9 AM - 3 PM. You must be at least 18 years old or have a parent/guardian signature and have a valid driver’s license or credit card to demo.

Dec. 31 Nub’s Nob New Year’s Eve Torch-light Parade begins at 6 PM at the bot-tom of the Green lift. No charge.

Dec. 31 New Year’s Eve at Crooked Tree Arts Center - 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM. For all ages, alcohol free artistic & cultural celebration with Blissfest Music Orga-nization, Little Traverse Civic Theater, Petoskey Public Library. Mitchell St, downtown Petoskey. 347-4337.

JANUARYJan. 2 Nubs Nob Ski & Snowboard Acad-

emy Saturday afternoon sessions begin for ages 7-12 from 2 PM-4 PM through 2/21/10. Call the Winter Sport Schools at 800-SKI-NUBS, ext. 23 for more details.

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Around the North

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Jan. 3 Nubs Nob Ski & Snowboard Academy Sunday afternoon sessions begin for ages 7-12 from 2 PM-4 PM through 2/22/10. Call the Winter Sport Schools at 800-SKI-NUBS, ext. 23 for more details.

Jan. 3 & 4 United States Ski Associa-tion Central Division Region III race on Nubs Nob’s Scarface. Open to all qualified USSA members. Contact Cathy Janowiak at (231) 723-8772.

Jan. 4-31 Nubs Nob DISCOVER MICHI-GAN SKIING & SNOWBOARDING! Promotion begins with special incen-tives for first-time beginner skiers & snowboarders. Call the Winter Sport Schools for details at 800 SKI NUBS.

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Jan. 4 Nubs Nob Night Skiing begins and runs every Monday, Wednesday, Thurs-day, Friday and Saturday nights until March 13th from 6 – 10 PM on Friday and Saturday nights and 5 - 9 PM on Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday nights. We are also open for holiday night skiing on Sunday, January 17 and February 14 from 6 – 10 PM.

Jan. 4 Nubs Nob Ski Academy Monday night sessions start and run through February 22, 2009. 6:30 – 8:30 PM for ages 7-12. Call the Winter Sport Schools at 800-SKI-NUBS for more details.

Jan. 6 Nubs Nob Ski & Snowboard Acad-

emy Wednesday night sessions start and run through February 24, 2009. 6:30 –

8:30 PM for ages 7-12. Call the Winter Sport Schools at 800-SKI-NUBS for more details.

Jan. 8 Nubs Nob Tecnica/Volkl/Marker Speed Series and USSA Michigan Masters Race. 7:00 PM. Giant Slalom Racing on Valley. 7 race series open to advanced skiers and snowboarders age 13 and up. Prizes at the end of series for top three in each age class and top three overall. Registration at the front desk until 6:20 PM. USSA membership required for Michigan Masters scor-ing only. For more information call 800-SKI-NUBS.

Jan. 8- Crooked Tree Arts Center pres-ents Hot Club of Detroit (Gypsy Jazz) at Ross Stoakes Theater in Downtown Petoskey at 8 pm. Tickets on sale now at www.crookedtree.org or by calling 231-347-4337.

Jan. 9 & 10 Boyne Mountain is the first stop on the Middle Earth Snow Series

calendar. If you’re wondering how your skills in the terrain park and superpipe stack up against some of the best rid-ers in the Midwest then the Middle Earth events are something you should definitely check out. All competitors must be USASA members in order to be eligible to enter the competitions. The superpipe event will be Saturday afternoon and run into the evening (exact time to be determined) and the slopestyle event will be Sunday morning into the early afternoon. Please check back for exact times of the competi-tions, registration, awards and so on.

Jan. 10 Boyne Highlands & Boyne Mountain Community Apprecia-tion Day. In appreciation for your patronage and support of our resorts, we are pleased to host a day of free skiing and snowboarding for full-time residents of Charlevoix and Emmet counties at Boyne Mountain and Boyne Highlands! We encourage all perma-nent residents living in our resort coun-

Pictured: The Annual Moose Jaw Snowmobile Safari departs from downtown Harbor Springs and travels out to the bean pot at Larks Lake on Jan. 16. Contact the Harbor Springs Snowmobile Club for more information, www.harborspringssnowmobileclub.com (Photo by Mark Flemming)

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Around the North

What will you do with your next snow day?

Bay View InnPetoskey

231-347-2771

Pier RestaurantHarbor Springs231-526-6201

Weathervane RestaurantCharlevoix

231-547-4311

Perry HotelPetoskey

231-347-4000

Northern Michigan is home to some of the finest conditions in the Midwest. Certainly for skiing... but also for dining and lodging. Stafford’s offers historic downtown hotel or charming country inn accommodations overlooking Little Traverse Bay. Our four distinctive dining establishments offer unique and exciting menus where fresh is always the word. And they hum with entertainment by night. When you’re done with the mountain, or it’s done with you, let the glow of Stafford’s be your landmark.

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Jan. 14 Crooked Tree Arts Center Swirl featuring Symons. Swirl kicks off the fourth season at the Arts Center in January 2010 from 5:30-7:00 pm Lo-cal wine purveyors will present a wine tasting and creative hors d’oeuvres while community members mingle in the galleries and enjoy live music. NEW for 2010: Every month a different local wine, gourmet shop or restaurant will be serving wines and their favorite food parings.

Jan. 16 Crooked Tree Arts Center’s Stop-ping by Woods on a Snowy Evening Exhibition begins and runs through April 8, 2010. For more information visit www.crookedtree.org or call 231-347-4337.

Jan. 16 Crooked Tree Arts Center’s Juried Photography 2010 Exhibition opens. CTAC is working in cooperation with the Tip of the Mitt Watershed Council based in Petoskey, the Leelanau Conservancy, and the Watershed Center of Grand Tra-verse Bay to create an exhibition with images taken solely on these watershed lands. For more information visit www.crookedtree.org or call 231-347-4337.

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Pictured: The Hot Club of Detroit will perform at the Crooked Tree Arts Center in down-town Petoskey on Jan. 8. www.crookedtree.org. (Courtesy photo)

Jan. 16 Annual Moose Jaw Safari. Rid-ers depart from Harbor Springs and ride to the bean pot at Larks Lake. For more information Club President Joe Kuchnicki 231-529-6648 or www.har-borspringssnowmobileclub.com.

Jan 14-16 Mackinaw City Winterfest, including ice fishing tournament. For more info call Mackinaw City Chamber of Commerce (231)436-5574 or www.mackinawchamber.com.

Jan. 22 Nubs Nob Tecnica/Volkl/Marker Speed Series and USSA Michigan Masters Race. 7:00 PM Super G Rac-ing on Smokey. 7 race series open to advanced skiers and snowboarders age 13 and up. Prizes at the end of series for top three in each age class and top three overall. Registration at the front desk until 6:20 PM. USSA membership required for Michigan Masters scor-ing only. For more information call 800-SKI-NUBS.


What’s New on the Slopes...

A zipline will open for the winter season at Boyne Highlands offering adventure seekers a new thrill as they soar along five sections through trees and open valleys. The total experience is approximately two hours and sections range from 200 to 500 feet each. The zipline is expected to open for the December holiday period; schedule to be announced.

Construction is underway on a zipline installation at Boyne Mountain with an opening expected during the December holiday period. The route is planned to begin near the top of Hemlock and glides riders down the valley of Cold Springs.

News From BoYNe

Zipping at BOYNE

By DaNIEllE KapRalSpecial to NM Winter Life

The winter snows came a little bit later this year than last, but when they came they came in a big way making for a quick turn-on of northern Michigan’s ski and snowboard resorts.

Nub’s Nob, Boyne Highlands and Boyne Mountain all opened for the season on Friday, Dec. 11 this year, following a week of heavy snow that turned a warm November into a wintery December.

Ski resort folks made it clear that they expect nothing but the best this year.

“We are hopeful for a great winter. We were off to a slow start, but with all the recent snowfall we had our phones ring-ing with reservations,” said Brad Keen, general manager of Boyne Highlands.

Jim Bartlett, Nub’s Nob long-time gen-eral manager, said that last year Nub’s had a banner year, with lots of snow and an early start to the season.

“This year, with the late snow, it al-lowed us to demonstrate once again how we make and groom snow, world class. We are looking forward to another great

season regardless of what Mother Nature or El Nino brings us,” Bartlett said.

With a lot of improvements, ranging from major expansions, to those less obvious, snowboarders and skiers will see another season of great slope riding.

Nub’s Nob dedicated the off-season work to a major cross country skiing expansion for the upcoming season. Barlett said that the “skinny skiers” will be impressed with improvements made to the cross country trails.

“We did quite a bit of maintenance in the off season. skiers won’t be able to necessarily see it, but they will feel under their feet,” he said.

According to Nub’s website, www.nubsnob.com, cross county skiers who use the traditional “diagonal” technique, will notice wider and smoother corners on The Blue Trail loop. Also available is a new trail section that will help avoid traffic disruptions on downhill slopes. For Nordic freestyle or skate skiing rac-ers, the expert Upper Red Trail loop has more than doubled in length.

Also notable, a popular attraction that receives national attention, “The Super-

pipe” was recently ranked in the Top 5 pipes on the East Coast by Transworld Snowboarding Magazine. Nub’s was the only Midwestern resort ranked in any of the survey categories.

Boyne Highlands will compete for snowboarders this year with their ad-dition of a half-pipe as part of a new terrain park.

Adding to a growing list of adventure activities at both Boynes, a thrilling Zipline Adventure, which can last up to two hours and soars up to 200-500 feet, is expected to open during the holiday sea-son. (See related release from Boyne)

Also unique to Boyne Highlands, is horseback snow-covered trail rides, avail-able to resort guests and area visitors.

Returning for the third season is dog sled rides at Boyne Highlands. The High-lands is again partnering with Nature’s Kennel to offer half and full hour rides. Each ride typically accommodates two adults or one adult and two children. Interesting facts about the dogs, their racing history and kinship is shared by the sled driver as well as fun insights into the personalities of the dogs. Call

Courtesy Photo - Stephanie McKay, Boyne Highlands Resort

Boyne Highlands to book a ride at 231-526-3000.

Saturday night lift ticket prices have been reduced at Boyne. This season all night sessions, Wed.-Sat. are $28 for adults, $24 for teens and seniors and $20 for juniors. This is five hours on the slopes from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m.

For information on Boyne Highlands or Boyne Mountain, go to www.Boyne.com.

(Danielle Kapral is a freelance writer living in Petoskey.)

Nub’s Nob, Boynes looking forward to another great season

pictured: From high school ski meets (above) to Northern Michigan Ski Academy racing, adult leagues and USSA races and Masters racing, there is always some good fun competition on the slopes. (Harbor Light Newspaper file photo/Mark Flemming)

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198 E. Main St Harbor Springs

L’Arbre Croche #83: Newly updated Bath and Tennis Condo unit in L’Arbre Croche. Lower level walk-out family room, new tile, paint, granite kitchen counters and island, GE Profile appliances, some new carpeting, new air conditiioning, new decking and railing. Just a short walk to beautiful sandy beach access on Little Traverse Bay. Best condo location in L’Arbre Croche. $347,000

7844 Stone Farm Drive: Privacy and seclusion yet close to everything. Just minutes from town, this newer home has many custom features, stainless steel appliances, granite counters, high ceilings, wood floors, huge rooms and over 30 acres to play on. $695,000

1665 W. Conway Lane: Convenient location on a quiet street with easy access to everything. One floor living with 3 bedrooms and in great condition. Enjoy 5 acres of property with plenty of deer. This will make a great starter, rental or retirement home. Seller is of-fering a Home Warranty! $139,000

5461 Windigo: Newly renovated western-most end unit in Windward featuring a main floor master suite, 1½ baths down and a 2nd floor with a full bath, 2 bedrooms, loft and lots of storage. Updated with new paint, carpet and appliances. A tremendous view of the bay and located close to the Windward lake, cluhbhouse, pool and tennis. $305,000

5284 Greystone Court: Enjoy a perfect location & setting in Boyne Highlands with gorgeous views of the Heather Course & ski slopes. Excel-lent condition, 3 levels of living areas, open & spacious floor plan, main floor master bedroom, upper & lower family rooms, lower level den/lounge, large deck, 2+car attached garage, & more. Furnishings included. $359,900

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761 Townline Road: Beautiful farm 8.5 miles from Harbor Springs. Attrac-tive, comfortable home overlooking a pond. Extensive pasture fencing, also a young irrigated 1300 tree apple orchard. 2 large Morton build-ings - one 60x120 (60x60 heated) for shop & equipment storage - other has open run-in stalls and storage areas. $750,000

1185 Hideaway Valley Dr. #60: Phase II, well-priced Hideaway Valley Condo. Townhouse design, attached garage, peaceful and quiet setting, tennis, swimming pool, wonderful walking trails, surrounded by State land and a public golf course. Being sold turnkey - totally furnished. $134,500

Unit 16, Bay Street Cottages: A fine example of style, design and craftsmanship, a 3 bedroom cottage in downtown Harbor Springs can be yours! Offered furnished, this beautiful home must be seen to fully appreciate all the features it boasts. $599,900

8453 Pleasantview Lane: A lovely home on 5+ acres (half wooded and half open) with many wondeful features. Master bedroom suite has a walk-in closet and sliding door to deck. The newly remodeled kitchen has Brazilian cherry flooring, a walk-in pantry, Craft-maid self-closing cabinet drawers and a beautiful cherry top island. All this plus spectacular views of Little Traverse Bay. $725,000

526 Bay Street, #21: Downtown Harbor Springs condominium on the waterfront; beautifully renovated - hardwood floors, new cabinets, new kitchen, and marble baths. Deck over-looking the Harbor, four bedrooms, three baths, patio and garden area. $650,000

4749 S. Pleasantview Rd. #43: An excellent value, close to all recre-ational possibilities including: golf, skiing, snowmobiling and boating. Use of all Association amenities - pools, workout facility, tennis, horseshoe, and basketball courts. This unit has a good rental history and is offered completely furnished. $135,000

4749 S. Pleasantview Rd., #91: Bright and cheery decor with lots of living space; screened-in porch; fully furnished and use of all Trout Creek amenities including: 3 pools, tennis, fitness center, and more make this a great vacation getaway or income property. $159,900

5203 Windward Passage: The best view in Windward - from the State Park to Charlevoix. 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, custom mantel on fireplace, built-in shelves and entertainment center, attached garage, private entry and an end unit on the most eastern end of development. $299,000

5433 Windigo: Just completed end unit condominium with the best floor plan & the perfect package of upgrades: stainless steel appliances, granite kitchen counters, cultured marble sink & countertop in master bath, gas or wood fireplace, front load washer & dryer, and a stairs off deck to front lawn. This is one of the nicest units in Windward. $369,500

8087 S. Lake Shore Drive:Charming two bedroom home with beautiful views of Lake Michigan. Situated on a large lot with a heated and insulated pole barn plus an additional storage garage and garden shed. Ownership provides shared deeded access to 250’ of Little Traverse Bay and tree trimming rights. $249,000

1470 Catob Road: Large five bed-room home in good condition on 10 wooded rolling acres. Good location to Harbor Springs and Petoskey yet country living at its finest. Large heated and finished garage with finished office overflow above. $299,900

4181 Stutsmanville Rd.: A piece of paradise! Beautiful wooded 80-acre parcel which borders the west side of True North Golf Club. Abounds with wildlife, trails, blackberries and tranquility. Includes a 1000 square foot storage building with electric, well and septic. $360,000

1142 Charlevoix Ave. #6, Petoskey: Breathtaking sunset views of the Bay, 2 very large bedrooms, 2 full baths, den, spacious kitchen, large living-dining area w/cathedral ceiling, skylights & gas fire-place. From the extensive balcony deck all you can see are tree tops & our beautiful Bay w/Harbor Springs in the distance. Abundant closets, laundry room, walk-in pantry, large basement storage room, elevator, & a 2-car garage. $429,000

753 Greenway Drive: Beautifully finished Birchwood Farms “Greens” condo overlooking the 9th hole of the Birches course. Enjoy all of Birch-wood’s amenities including 27 holes of golf, tennis, pool, both fine and casual dining in the newly remodeled club house. Price includes Birchwood membership fee. $539,900

3955 S. Pleasantview Rd.: Lots of possiblities with this chalet: great for a weekend getaway, first time home or investment property. The lower level has an efficiency apartment to use for guests. It’s close to skiing and golf, allowing wonderful recreational op-portunities. Drive to unit - rights may be purchased. $101,000

1200 Charlevoix Ave. #2: A real sleeper!! Not many townhouses can boast of being on Lake Michigan with beach front and yet be so close to the hospital, downtown, churches and bike trail. Fantastic price, beautifully cared for and spectacular sunsets every night! $359,900

2905 Middle Village: This 69 acre parcel located on Middle Village Road north of HarborSprings is an outdoor persons paradise! Woods, fields, trails and streams harbor an assortment of wildlife. A 24’ x 30’ cabin with loft sits atop a wooded ridge and is the perfect get-a-way. $239,000

127 E. Bay St.: A must see 3+ bed-room condominium with some of the-most spectacular views of he Harbor available. Located just across the street from the marina and main dock, this 2480 square foot unit has a living and dining area open to the covered balcony and a large rear deck. (Adjoin-ing commercial unit is also available) $925,000

105 W. Main: Second story one bed-room condo located in the heart of downtown Harbor Springs with views of the town and harbor. Easy access to fine restaurants, galleries, boutiques, the public beach and several marinas. Hardwood floors, full kitchen, bedroom with king size bed, full bath & living room with queen size sleeper sofa. Move in condition! Sold turn key and fully furnished. $199,000

6663 W. Stutsmanville Road: Spec-tacular country setting with lots of woods and pretty fields located ap-proximately 8 miles north of Harbor Springs. Four bedrooms, 3.5 baths, wood floors, granite counters, 2 fireplaces. There is a nice small barn on the property with terraced lawn and tasteful landscaping. This home would make a quaint farm or quiet retreat.$990,000

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4551 N. Lake Shore Drive: Enjoy beachfront living in this Lake Michigan home. Carefully designed, construct-ed, this home offers 4 bedroom suites (One a master suite with attached ex-ercise room and one a self-contained apartment), elegant kitchen and baths, artful lighting, screened porch, lakeside infinity pool and spa, 3-car garage - all on a private 300’ lot. $2,250,000

103 W. Main: Second story corner studio located in the heart of downtown Harbor Springs w/fantastic town & harbor views. Step right outside your door & have access to fine restaurants, galleries, boutiques, the public beach & several marinas. Open floor plan w/hardwood floors, full kitchen, living room w/a queen size sleeper sofa, queen size bed & full bath. Move in condition! Sold turn key & fully fur-nished. $199,000

7350 Spring St., Alanson - Riverwalk Condominiums: New condominiums located on the Crooked River with access to the Inland Waterway. Three bedrooms, two baths, granite counters, hardwood flooring, views of the water and a dock to keep your boat - up to a 30 foot cruiser. Prices starting at $229,000

3682 US 31 N, Oden - Windjammer Condominiums: Enjoy a charm-ing cottage above your own private boathouse on beautiful Crooked Lake. 2 private covered boat slips, 2 bed-rooms, 3 baths, den, study, magnificent lake views, 2-car garage. The Village will offer: full service marina, ship’s store, seasonal boat slips, boat launch, & lakeside park. 2 left-$399,000 each! (Taking reservations for Units 7-10)

4600 W. Lake Rd.: This home has great potential with 5 bedrooms, 2½ baths and a full basement. Wonderful front sun room and the entire second floor with 4 bedrooms and a bath added on just 4 years ago. Roof is recent also. Enjoy views of the Harbor Point golf course plus a peek of the bay all on a very nice partially wooded lot with over 400’ of depth. $159,900

561 Second St.: Newer high quality home located below the bluff and just steps to downtown. High ceilings, traditional millwork, superb attention to detail, beautiful hardwood floors, 2 fireplaces, large kitchen with excellent cabinetry, gorgeous granite counters, workout room, two covered porches and much more. Home on two lots - $979,000.

187 W. Main Street: Recently com-pleted Harbor Springs townhouse. One unit available - 10 foot ceilings, wood floors, granite counters, Subzero and Viking appliances, plus an elevator to all floors. Rooftop deck to enjoy all the activities in the Harbor. Located across from the city beach, this unit has it all. $2,150,000

1048 N. Traverse St.: This Harbor Springs home is located on two lots at the North end of Traverse Street. The home has three or four bedrooms, 2½ baths, hardwood floors, new kitchen, new roof and siding. Close to schools and shopping. $134,000

148 W. Bay Street #2: Excellent loca-tion close to town, beach and marinas. Spacious condominium with fabulous views of the Harbor. Many great features like 10 ft. ceilings, granite counters, 2-car garage and more. $1,200,000

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447 E. Main: Wonderful, classic Harbor Springs home! Right on Main St. - great big covered porch, 100% renovated with a new addition and new 2-car garage with guest quarters, beautiful landscaping, 3232 sq. ft. and also fronts on 3rd. St. for quiet, easy access. Paved drive, original wood-work, beautifully maintained - fantastic location. $795,000.

508 W. Fourth Street: Charming tra-ditional in-town Harbor Springs home - recently renovated with some new elec-trical and plumbing; new service box, hot water heater, appliances, interior and exterior paint; new kitchen counters; and new bathrooms. Situated on a large private lot just a short walk to town and all your fun Harbor Springs activities. Great summer home! $299,000

4427 First St., Walloon Lake: This is a wonderful opportunity to own a four bedroom home in great condition in Walloon Village. Close to shopping, marinas, grocery store, and public beach access. A perfect home for year around or the resorter. $139,900

450 W. Bluff: Charming home with lovely gardens, wood patio, covered front porch and enclosed sun porch. Large living and family rooms, kitchen with walk-in pantry, formal dining room and breakfast nook. Views of the Harbor and Little Traverse Bay - wonderful location within the city limits. $499,000

401 Pine Street: Nice neat older five bedroom, two bath home in very good condition. Conveniently located in the City of Harbor Springs – within blocks of schools, shopping and the water-front. 7’ x 22’ enclosed front porch. 8’ x 23’ entry-back porch. 31’ x 25’ over-sized 2-car garage. $249,000

5435 Windigo: New 2-bedroom condo with a view of Lake Michigan. Close to the clubhouse, pool and tennis courts. Other shared amenities include 300 acres with trails, pond with a beach and well maintained grounds all close to downtown Harbor Springs. $199,000

4435 First St., Walloon Village: This 4-bedroom home with 1-car attached garage is in great condition and is in a perfect location in Walloon Village - close to the marina, public beach access, and grocery store. Perfect for a year around or vacation home. $139,900

520 E. Bay St., #16: This is the larg-est slip available! Located along the east wall and north bulkhead of Ma-rina Village Yacht Basin, enjoying the comforts of home with water, electric, cable, phone and sewer at the dock and parking only steps away. This slip is easily accessible and can house nearly 80’ of boat! $850,000

504 E. Main St.: With a great view of the Harbor, this 5 bedroom traditional home offers 4 season enjoyment of all Harbor Springs activities. Exhibiting the finest in quality and craftsmanship throughout with attention to every detail which can be seen in the beautiful period architecture, grand porches, decks, and landscaping, to the traditional millwork and crown moldings, gorgeous kitchen, high ceilings and professionally finished hardwood floors. $1,999,000

575 E. Bay St. #11: Fully optioned Bay Street Cottage offering exceptional qual-ity and custom finishes. Features include custom cabinetry, granite counter tops, reclaimed oak flooring, Viking and Sub Zero appliances, and Waterworks fixtures. Bay St. Cottages has been recognized by numerous publications for outstanding design & as an environ-mently friendly project. $395,000

524 E. Bay St. #3: Located in the western most building at Marina Vil-lage, this very nice two floor unit has no one above or below. Being offered furnished and is in terrific condition. Enjoy beautiful views of the boats and Harbor - all within walking distance to downtown Harbor Springs and its amenities. $550,00.

353 E. Third St.: Quite new Harbor Springs condo just 1 block from down-town, 2 blocks from the waterfront - comfortable 3/4 bedroom unit with garage in a very handy location. Be-ing offered furnished - convenient for personal use or an excellent seasonal rental. $379,000

379 E. Third St: Enjoy the best of Northern Michigan in this great loca-tion! Two blocks away from the water, shops, dining and schools! Two bed-rooms, two full baths, large and bright kitchen, pretty gas fireplace, and nice patio. Owner is licensed Realtor in the State of Michigan. $299,000

555 E. Bay: Within easy walking distance to downtown, this well-priced unit offers two spacious bedrooms, gas fireplace, air-conditioning; all on one level. Lots of storage space including a 5’ x 10’ locked area in the garage, walk-in hall closet and a separate carport. Beautiful furnishings included; see listing office for complete list. $299,900

485 Ann St.: Very attractive home and garage on a large lot. The home is older and has been well cared for; comfortable floor plan, beautiful stone fireplace and porch balastrades - small view of Little Traverse Bay. $239,000

389 Pine Street: Classic two-story Harbor Springs home with a large enclosed front porch and private back yard. Great cottage or year around home within walking distance to schools, downtown and the waterfront. $159,000

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Maple River: Four wooded lots on Maple River. Flat terrain and easy to build on. Enjoy fly fishing from your own piece of paradise. Health Department approvals in place. Lot #1-$59,500 (3.12 acre); Lot #2-$82,500 (2.04 acre); Lot #3-$92,500 (2.2 acre); Lot #4-$82,500 (3.33 acre)

1388 Bay View Heights: Spectacular views of the Bay and sunsets year around! Built in 2000, this home has many unique features; open floor plan, main floor living, wine cellar, oak floors, 2 fireplaces, deck and patio, genera-tor, 3-car garage, cedar closet and a lower level workshop with overhead door. $595,000

4500 Au Cor Dor Drive: Architectur-ally designed for waterfront living on 300’ of Lake Michigan frontage with 6 acres total. Enjoy stunning beach & waterfront views PLUS a home with craftmanship and custom details throughout like custom glass and Brazilian cherry railing to lower level. Being sold completely furnished except artwork. $4,700,000

5795 Cummings Lane: Good location! Great Views! Main floor living with one room upstairs, granite countertops, wood floors, high ceilings, shared access to Lake Michigan and wooded trails to 5 Mile Creek - the perfect Northern Michigan home. $875,000

1135 East Bay Road: Little Traverse Bay waterfront estate size 4 bedroom home. Period architecture and unsur-passed quality. Features include: easy flowing floor plan, oak flooring, high ceilings, teak and marble counters, custom built-in cabinetry, moldings and millwork. Meandering stream, beautiful gardens, sandy beach and tremendous views complete this of-fering. $3,900,000

4555 N. Lake Shore Drive: A very unique parcel with over 900’ of private Lake Michigan frontage. Spacious building site; wonderful beach with tremendous northwest facing views. Perfect opportunity for that buyer seeking lots of frontage and privacy in the company of other estate size parcels. $1,150,000

5855 Cummings Lane: Located only minutes North of Harbor Springs, this beautiful wooded bluff lot is large enough to build an estate-sized home. Enjoy breathtaking views of Lake Michigan as well as shared access to the beach below. $275,000

Long Island: Own your own island! Just a short distance N. of Drummond Island, this 17 acre island has it all: beautifully restored 5 bedroom 2½ bath home with great views of Potagannissing Bay; 2-car garage, tool shed, and lots of decking and sitting areas leading down to the spacious steel yacht basin equipped with floating docks and a sauna by the water. Excellent condition - offered fully furnished - all toys included. $1,890,000

4972 Lower Shore Drive: Charming waterfront home featuring over 2200 square feet of living space on 131’ of prime Lake Michigan frontage. Three bedrooms, three full baths, large front and rear decks - the privacy, beachfront and views make this home the perfect setting for your Northern Michigan get-away. $675,000

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5404 Lower Shore Drive: Comfort-able three bedroom home located on 122’ of beautiful sandy Lake Michigan frontage in an area of fine homes and cottages. Deep wooded lots, easy flowing floor plan, large deck overlook-ing the lake, cut-stone wood-burning fireplace, wood paneling, plus the main floor master suite has it’s own private lake-side deck. $1,500,000

234 E. Mullett Lake Rd., Indian River: 245+ feet of Mullett Lake frontage - deep private lot - tennis courts - attractive and offered fully furnished - all cedar house with redwood decking, Michigan Lake product dock. Unique summer cottage or year around home on an outstanding lake lot. (73+ acres for horses or utility use directly across E. Mullett Lk Rd. available for $200,000) $875,000

2224 M-119: Conveniently located be-tween Harbor Springs and Petoskey – private setting on a natural, unspoiled lake. Large lawn between the lake and the house – great for kids and wildlife; surrounded by trees. Zoned multiple for duplex potential. Motivated seller. Land Contract available. Owners are Licensed Mi Realtors. $259,000

3583 Constance, Indian River: 1903 “Classic Cottage” remodeled through the years. Great location in Indian River - just a short walk to Straits Ave., the canal to the river at your front door and close to the Burt Lake public beach. Relax on the 3-season porch and view the boats with a little set back and privacy. Being sold furnished - quaint and cool! Owner is licensed MI. Realtor. $149,900

3033 Pete’s Run: Ranch home on one acre lot with three bedrooms, 2 baths, spacious living room, stone fireplace, patio, 2-car garage and nice size base-ment $225,000

8200 Lindy Lane: Custom built, spa-cious home sits in a beautiful setting. Located centrally between Harbor and Petoskey, this premier Association of very nice homes features rolling hills and beautiful views of Little Traverse Bay from most sites. This home setting has numerous fruit trees and mani-cured landscaping. A quality home with an attractive design. $799,999

5285 Aspen Way: Completely remod-eled 3-bedroom 2 bath cozy chalet centrally located between Petoskey and Harbor Springs near Nubs Nob and Boyne Highlands. Enjoy the open floor plan, vaulted ceilings, master suite, and new appliances. SELLER IS MOTIVATED!!! $179,900

3791 Schooner View: With shared access to one of the area’s best beaches, this 2 or 3 bedroom home is a wonderful value. New carpeting, central air, fireplace, wired for genera-tor and a spacious living room with an open floor plan are a few of the nice features. Price is at current appraised value - make an offer and this can be a great buy. $149,900

5446 Lower Shore Drive: Classic Woodland Builders Cottage featuring a large wooded site on the shores of Lake Michigan. This Lower Shore Drive property includes a quality beach, beautiful views of the water, and a private setting. The 3 bedroom, 2 bath cottage offers a cut-stone fire-place, cathedral ceilings and wood floors throughout. Recent improve-ments include an updated septic system and furnace. $825,000

493 E. Bluff: Fantastic views of Little Traverse Bay from this one level East Bluff Drive home. Fieldstone fireplace, cathedral ceilings in living room, cute front porch, 2-car attached garage plus an additional garage, huge basement, all well maintained and landscaped. Includes trimming rights. $990,000

555 Alcan, Petoskey: Bright & spacious home with open floor plan, finished walk-out lower level, in-floor heat, bonus room, attached 2-car garage, and detached 3-car garage. Home sits on 2.5 acres with beautiful panoramic countryside views - close to town and schools. $369,000

5113 Forest Beach Dr.: A wonderful cottage in the Forest Beach Associa-tion with four bedrooms, 2-1/2 baths, fireplace, large porch, and 112.9 feet of Lake Michigan Frontage. This very private association of only 20 cottages is located close to Harbor Springs. $850,000

2051 Greenbriar, Birchwood: Lovely home overlooking the golf course in Birchwood; comfortable rooms, large windows, two brick fireplaces, excel-lent kitchen, a guest apartment over the garage - enjoy the Birchwood lifestyle. $425,000

1566 Candlewood Court: Birchwood ranch in a great location on a private wooded lot. This home is perfect for a vacation getaway or year around home. Features include an open floor plan, wood burning fireplace, large deck for summer entertaining and an attached two car garage. New shingles in September 2009. $179,000

5518 Lower Shore Drive: Charming waterfront cottage on 100’ of Lake Michigan, 6 miles from Harbor Springs on a beautiful wooded lot with excel-lent lake and beach exposure - offered comfortably furnished. $735,000

510 W. Summit Street: Classic family home on a wonderful large lot. 5 bed-rooms, covered front porch, elevated lot with nice lawn, gazebo, 2 fireplaces and a lot of class. (Additional lot with 2- car garage available for $80,000). $290,000

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2994 Welsheimer: Beautiful 23± acres with conservation easement. Restricted to one building site. Very pristine, private setting. Property has a well and 3-stall garage. Gor-geous parcel just minutes from town.$119,900

2338 Beckon Rd.: A beautiful wooded 10 acre parcel with driveway, cleared homesite, Health Department approval for well and septic, and some mature hardwoods. The per-fect spot to build that North-ern homestead - not far from Larks Lake and Lake Michigan. $45,000 7740 Evergreen Ridge Drive: Large deep lot at the end of a cul-de-sac in a great neighbor-hood of newer homes adjacent to Harbor Springs city limits. Wonderful, private location for building site yet close to all Harbor Springs activities. $53,000 5204 Just-A-Mere Trail: Great location on the 6th fairway of Chestnut Valley Golf Course. Perfect for your year around or resort home and locaed near all your favorite activities in Harbor Springs. $24,999

393 Beaux Rivages Drive: Great building site ready for resort or year around home. Perfect location near skiing, golfing, and all your favorite Northern Michigan acitivities. $35,500 460 W. Third: This is a great location below the bluff in the City of Harbor Springs. Corner lot, away from the traffic, and an easy walk to dining, ship-ping, marinas and the beaches. $250,000 96 Stags Run: This building site is centrally located for all your skiing and golfing activi-ties. Perfect site for an up-north resort chalet/cottage or a year around residence. Short drive to in-town Harbor Springs. Owner is a licensed Realtor in the State of Michigan. $33,500

481 Country Knolls: Enjoy a location convenient to Harbor Springs, Petoskey, and both the Harbor Springs ski areas with this 4 acre building site. Driveway and building area are cleared and graveled - very private, with elevated views; walk-out potential. $69,750 Elm Lane - Shepherd’s Rest: Two very nice level, partially

wooded, building sites with views of the ski hills - very close to both Boyne Highlands and Nubs Nob. Easy access to Pleasantview General Store or Teddy Griffin’s restaurant. $32,500 and $42,000 781 Country Knolls Drive: Beautifully wooded building site very near the ski areas and golf and would be great for either a primary or secondary home. Quiet location with easy access to both Harbor Springs and Petoskey. Located in an established association with large lots and quality homes. $70,000

Harbor Petoskey Road: Great bluff-top building site with views of the Bay and Petoskey - only 2 miles from downtown Harbor Springs with championship golf courses, ski resorts, dining and shopping nearby. This wonder-ful parcel would be a fantastic location for a year around resi-dence or an Up-North cottage. $325,000

7655 Evergreen Ridge Dr.: Very popular area of new homes, sloping lot offers a walk-out possibility. Easy walk to town. $48,000

Tower Road, Pellston: Nice 40 acre parcel located only 2 minutes from downtown Pell-ston. Partially wooded with a small stream crossing the property. This parcel backs up to 240 acres of State land. The property is sandy and level. $134,900

Broken Ridge: Enjoy water views from many of these lots! Broken Ridge, convenient to both Harbor Springs and Peto-skey, is a wonderful Association of very nice homes. Many lots are treed, most over one acre and the terrain is such that privacy is part of the package. Very nicely manicured and well-kept common grounds. Prices starting at $89,900

8542 Surfwood Drive: Scenic wooded building lot in Surfwood Association, offering use of 1000’ of wondeful sandy beach, tennis court, private road and architectural control - an excel-lent value. $40,000

1372 Meadow Gate Lane: A very large building site on a pri-vate road with only 14 total sites. Conservancy borders 3 sides of this subdivision - an area of fine homes just two miles east of Harbor Springs. $99,000

129 Bay St.: Commercial space in an excellent location - right across the street from the marina andmain dock. The 2300 sq. ft. commercial unit features a restroom, office, 2nd floor display and floor to ceiling windows facing Bay Street. There is also a lovely 2480 sq ft residential condo unit above available. Call for details. $875,000

7075 S. Lake Shore Drive: A beautifully maintained restaurant facility with seating capi-city of 149. Located on M-119, 3.5 miles NW of Harbor Springs. Features a well equipped kitchen, attractive bar area with seating, main dining room, banquet room, and outside ga-zebo in a beautiful rural setting. All equipment and furnishings are included in sale. Adjacent renovated barns & house are also available, suitable for special events. $900,000

5361 Vail Trail: Vacation or year around home conveniently located near ski slopes and championship golf. This home features an open floor plan, large bedroom on main level, wood stove, and new roof in the past few years. $187,000

The Depot: 111 W. Bay St.: Historic Harbor Springs Depot on the National Register of Historic Places. One of the prettiest buildings in town - excellent condi-tion, high ceilings, completely renovated in 2001, fully air-conditioned, views of the Harbor. The commercial space could be divided into 2 units, 2nd floor apartment was added in 2001 - 2 bedrooms, 1.5 baths, balcony, separate private entrance and views of the Harbor. $890,000

236 E. Main St.: Ideal opportunity to own a residential/commercial building in Harbor Springs! Many options – separate two bedroom, two bath home area with Little Traverse Bay views; large store front with full basement and excellent foot traffic. $595,000

223 Third St.: A rare find in down-town Harbor Springs. The first floor is an ideal commercial space featur-ing four offices, a reception area, kitchenette, two parking spaces and a full basement. The seond floor is a two bedroom apartment that features two bedroms, a full bath, two private entrances, and one off-street parking space. Sale does not include the garage. $285,000

5023 Mountain Watch: Sunny and bright with year-around views of Nubs Nob and Boyne Highlands. – 7-year-old home in immaculate condition with a good open floor plan. Living room sofa & loveseat, hide-a-bed in loft, all beds, headboards, frames, box springs and mattresses included in sale. Basement to be finished. $279,000

5303 Aspen Way: Recently remodeled cottage close to northern Michigan’s finest skiing and golfing resorts. This home features a large master suite with a large walk-in closet, open floor plan, full bathroom for each bedroom, 1.5-car garage, paved drive, new kitchen with maple cabinets and new flooring throughout. $169,900

8076 Ridge View Court: Outstand-ing newly renovated and remodeled home with breathtaking views of Lake Michigan. Three floors of finished liv-ing area featuring two master suites, large gourmet kitchen and much more. Lower level designed with emphasis on entertaining including a spacious professional theatre room (32’ x 16’), bonus room (22’ x 15’), and family room. $1,150,000

5366 Snowmass Trail: Located next to golf & ski area, this 3 bedroom, 2 bath home is offered very nicely fur-nished. Central air, sauna, family room, mud room and large lot. $198,500

1774 Timber Pass: Large contem-porary home in a private setting close to the Birchwood clubhouse. 2nd floor has views of the 1st tee, large deck, spacious open floor plan, main floor master suite, 15 x 12 screened-in porch, all Jenn-Aire appliances, 2 furnaces, 2 water heaters and more! $385,000

1116 Bunker Hill: Newer family or vacation home located close to skiing and golf with easy access to Harbor Springs or Petoskey. Open spacious floor plan allows for a wonderful life-style. Surrounded by hardwoods, the lot is over 5 acres with the possibility of more land available. Owner is li-censed realtor in the State of Michigan. $475,000

5368 Aspen Way: Four+ bedroom home located on a large wooded lot within walking distance to the ski slopes and close to championship golf courses. Many recent updates make this a great vacation or year around home. Separate guest apartment over the garage has an efficiency kitchen and full bath. $287,000

7660 Blackwood Court: Affordable and convenient single story living - centrally located. This home has a great floor plan with hardwood floors, large master bedroom suite, and spa-cious yard $125,000

8870 Horseshoe Drive: Very cute well kept home located conveniently between Harbor Springs and Petos-key. Three bedrooms, loft, 2.5 baths, nice layout with cozy wood fireplace all situated on a very private wooded setting. $289,000

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With winter coming to a close, warmer weather and plenty of sunshine, draws spring breakers and locals alike to the ski hills. Last winter (March 13, 2009) was one of those iconic spring days, and I was happy to follow the trend when I headed out to Nubs Nob for a telemark skiing lesson with Josh Baker of the Outfitter in Harbor Springs.

As a former skier turned snowboarder, I was nervous about sepa-rating my feet again, and that was apparent when I could hardly get the skis on. I felt a little bit better when Baker assured me that this was one of the hardest parts of the lesson.

After gliding around the bottom of the bunny hill for a few minutes, in a not so graceful manner, we made our way up the purple chair. While riding to the top and enjoying the surroundings Baker explained to me a little history behind telemarking. Baker said that a telemark ski differs from the more commonly used Nordic ski in that the toe is the only place where the binding connects to the ski leaving the heel free to pivot, just like cross country skis. The current style of telemark bindings are usually spring loaded for more control in turns, and to hold the foot to the ski, as opposed to the earlier three-pin style that connected the boot to the ski

The telemark ski has been around for centuries, used mostly in Norway as winter transportation, but the original skis were beastly both in length and agility.

“They figured out how to lash the toe down with leather onto wood,” Baker said. “The skis were 15-feet long. I mean they were gigantic skis, the tips were raised and that was it.”

The skis were not refined until Norwegian Sondre Norheim short-ened his skis and developed a binding that was flexible and allowed him to turn and stop easily. He first introduced his customized style to the public during an 1868 ski competition which led to a rise in the style’s popularity. The telemark technique was replaced by the “Stem Christie”, which stems the uphill ski to transfer the weight to

Tilting toes and turning heads,

Top: Josh Baker of The Out-fitter explains the techniques of telemark skiing to George Gess. Middle: Baker demon-

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the inside edge, bringing the opposite ski into a parallel position during the turn. “The bindings stayed around for years,” Baker said. “My parents started skiing

on them, probably through the fifties, the bear trap is what they were called. But it wasn’t telemarking, you did the alpine turn on them.”

It wasn’t until the 1970’s, in Crested Butte, Colorado, that the telemark style started gaining momentum in the United States.

“My uncle Mike Trumble went out in the mid 80’s, probably 1983, to Crested Butte and saw these guys doing it, and it was like whoa, because we’re all cross country skiers,” Baker said. “He came back and immediately taught us how to do it: me, my dad, my uncle, a bunch of friends and then we started doing it here and that was it. We just did it on regular cross country skis or whatever we had, so it’s changed a lot.”

We reached the top of the hill and unloaded from the chair. Now it was time to see what I was made of. Baker instructed me to aim for something across the slope and put my downhill ski forward and bend my uphill knee as if I just came out of a turn. To initiate the turn, just slide the uphill ski forward, drop your butt down towards your downhill heel.

“You want to be athletic, you don’t want to just run down the street, you want your hands forward and fairly low,” Baker said. “You want to think about your knees, you want to flex, keep everything loose and just bounce along.”

I was doing it; I was bouncing along comfortably at a nice snail’s pace. I slid my uphill foot forward, bent my downhill knee, started to turn and… to the ground I went. Baker then explained that, the outside edge of my uphill ski should maintain pressure while the inside edge of my downhill ski should do the same. He also told me to make a “C” downhill with my body, because as soon as I lean uphill my ski will torque that way making for the ‘triangle of death.’

Off I went again, gliding along, I made a large wobbly turn and almost fell but saved myself. Yes I did it! I continued down the hill falling several more times, but also completing several more turns.

We ventured on to more dangerous ground, up the green lift, to more challenging runs. I started to get the hang of it as we continued, falling less each run.

“Remember your shoulders are important because they control your upper body, so you’ve got to have your hands up and your shoulders are going to follow your hands.” Baker reminded me. “When you get in the “tele” position you want to hold it the whole way through and at the end when you’re ready to turn, do a transition.”

I could almost picture myself gliding through the woods, dressed in heavy furs, with a grizzly beard, a shield and sword in hand; ready to conquer Europe with my fellow Vikings. But today the sun was shining brightly above and there were happy spring skiers all around us, this was hardly a place to conquer and pillage. The improper techniques (falls) were also catching up to me, so Baker and I said our farewells. By the end of our lesson, I knew this was a sport I could get into.

The Outfitter has teamed up with Nubs Nob through the Winter Sports School to offer lessons to interested beginners to advanced telemarkers looking to hone their skills. With a large selection of demo equipment and a staff with the expertise to answer your questions, learning to telemark, or at least getting the hang of it, is fun and easy.

For more information, contact The Outfitter at (231) 526-2621, go online to www.outfitterharborsprings.com or visit them at 153 E. Main St. Harbor Springs.

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Top: George Gess listens to tips from Josh Baker of The Outfitter. Left: Baker demonstrates the proper

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Jan. 27-29 24th Annual 70+ Ski Club Midwest Get-Together at Nubs Nob. Contact Lou and Sue Fantini at 231-347-5061 for information and registration.

Jan. 29-31 Boyne Highlands Middle Earth Ski and Snowboard Series- The Middle Earth Crew is making there second stop at a BOYNE Resort for three days of fun and competition at Boyne Highlands. The competitons are open to skiers and snowboarders of all ages. Friday will “kick it off” with a boarder/skier X on MacGully. Saturday will move to the terrain park for a slopestyle event and on Sunday will wrap up the weekend with a halfpipe competition. Please check back for exact times of the competitions, registration, awards and so on. All competitors must be USASA memebrs in order to be eligible to enter the competitions. For more information on the Middle Earth Snow Series visit www.middleearthsnowseries.com

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Series Superpipe and Boardercross competition at Nubs Nob. Open to all freestyle skiers and snowboarders. Call Mo Shorr at 248-684-5794 for details.

FEBRUARYFeb. 5 Nubs Nob Tecnica/Volkl/Marker

Speed Series and USSA Michigan Masters Race #3. 7:00 PM. GS Racing on Smokey. 7 race series open to ad-vanced skiers and snowboarders age 13 and up. Prizes at the end of series

for top three in each age class and top three overall. Registration at the front desk until 6:20 PM. USSA membership required for Michigan Masters scor-ing only. For more information call 800-SKI-NUBS.

Feb. 6 & 7 Middle Earth Snowboard Series Superpipe, Boardercross and Slopestyle competition at Nubs Nob. Open to all freestyle skiers and snowboarders. Call Mo Shorr at 248-684-5794 for details.

Feb 6& 7 “Mackinaw Mush” sled dog races. (depending on weather). Contact Mackinaw City Chamber of Commerce at 231-436-5574 or www.mackinaw-chamber.com.

Feb. 11 Crooked Tree Arts Center Swirl featuring Lake Street Market, 5:30-7:00 pm. Local wine purveyors will present a wine tasting and creative hors d’oeuvres while community members mingle in the galleries and enjoy live music. The Arts Center is located on Mitchell St in downtown Petoskey.

Feb 12 Cheboygan Opera House “Kathy Kosins Presents: “The Ladies of Cool” A Tribute to the Women of Jazz. Also featuring an exhibit of Kathy’s original art work. Feb.12, 7:30 pm. Reserved Seating, All tickets $20. Please contact the Opera House www.theoperahouse.org. for further details. Box office 231-627-5841 or 1-800-357-9408

Feb. 14 Harbor Springs Area Chili Cook-Off- 2:00 PM-4:00 PM-Visit Stafford’s Pier Restaurant in Harbor Springs for the HSACC’s annual Chili Cook-Off where area restaurants and commu-nity members compete for top awards in different categories of chili. Spicy, traditional, vegetarian and more are included in the selections. For more information visit www.harborsprings-chamber.com or call (231) 526-7999.

Feb. 19-21 Burton Super Demo Tour at

Boyne Highlands. The Burton traveling circus a.k.a. Super Demo Tour is coming back to Boyne Highlands. This is your chance to ride all the latest boards, boots and bindings from industry lead-er Burton. That’s not all, this is much more than your “run of the mill” demo

it’s giveaways, silly games for prizes and a chance to talk riding with Burton representatives. This event is free. Just need a valid driver’s license or credit and you must be 18 years of age or older or have a parent or guardian with you to sign the release. More details to come so check back, but visit www.burton.com to see what board you’re going to want to ride.

Feb. 19 Nubs Nob Tecnica/Volkl/Marker Speed Series and USSA Michigan Mas-ters Race. 7:00 PM. Super G Racing on Valley. 7 race series open to advanced skiers and snowboarders age 13 and up. Prizes at the end of series for top three in each age class and top three overall. Registration at the front desk until 6:20 PM. USSA membership required for Michigan Masters scor-ing only. For more information call 800-SKI-NUBS.

Feb. 28 “Beat Your Kid” race and Ski &

Snowboard Academy Picnic at Nubs Nob- The world famous “Beat Your Kid” head to head GS race and picnic party on Birch Run for our Ski & Snowboard Academy participants, parents and coaches. Sponsored by Nordica, Giro, Orage and Level. 2:30 PM start.

MARCHMarch 5 Nubs Nob Tecnica/Volkl/Mark-

er Speed Series and USSA Michigan Masters Race. 7:00 PM. Giant Slalom Racing on Smokey. 7 race series open to advanced skiers and snowboarders

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age 13 and up. Prizes at the end of series for top three in each age class and top three overall. Registration at the front desk until 6:20 PM. USSA membership required for Michigan Masters scor-ing only. For more information call 800-SKI-NUBS.


New Year’s Celebration 2009

Hot Club of Detroit

Peg Keeney

Downtown Petoskey(231) 347-4337www.crookedtree.org

Classes and workshops held throughout the winter inPottery, Cooking, Dance, Life Drawing Painting and more.

Private Music Lessons Available.

Warm Up YourWINTER

withCrooked TreeNew Year’s Eveat the Arts CenterDecember 31, 20095:00 p.m. to 9:15 p.m.Family fun for all ages! Musicperformances, art workshops,refreshments, and fun food. Midnightat 9 ball drop! $7 adults - $1 students

Hot Club of DetroitGypsy JazzJanuary 8, 2010

SwirlWine tastings with area wine purveyorsIn the galleries at CTAC• January 14 - Symons • February 11 - Lake Street Market • March 11 - City Park Grill• April 22 - Galley Gourmet• May 27 - Toski Sands

Youth Orchestra ConcertHarbor Springs Performing Arts CenterJanuary 24, 2010

Youth Arts ExhibitApril 17-May 8, 2010

Stopping by Woods on A Snowy Evening ExhibitJanuary 16-April 8Participating artists:Kim AikensBetty BeebyRick FordDiana GilmoreMarcia K. HalesPeg KeeneyJoyce KoskenmakiPenny Kristo

Annual Juried Photography Exhibit “Watershed Awareness”January 16-April 8

Alan MaciagKate MarshallDoug MelvinDavid PickettElizabeth PollieCynthia RutherfordBill SchwabKelli Snively

Coffee at Ten Lectures10:00 a.m. Tuesdays• February 2 - Gail Gruenwald, Tip of the Mitt Watershed Council• February 23 - Todd and Brad Reed, jurors of the annual photography exhibit

February and March Concerts in the TheaterCheck the website for dates and performers

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Share the warmth with someone you love.

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March 6 The Dynastar/Lange Chal-lenge at Nubs Nob. Giant slalom racing for skiers of all ages and abilities. $8 entry fee. Sponsored by Skis Dynastar and Lange ski boots with a grand prize drawing for a pair of Dynastar skis!

March 13 The K2 Duals at Nubs Nob-

Head-to-head dual giant slalom racing on Valley. Open to skiers of all ages and abilities. $8 entry fee. Sponsored by K2 Skis with a grand prize drawing for new K2s!

March 11 Crooked Tree Arts Center Swirl featuring City Park Grill. Local wine purveyors will present a wine tasting and creative hors d’oeuvres while com-munity members mingle in the galleries and enjoy live music.

March 19 Carnival Weekend at Boyne

Mountain- www.boyne.com- (800) GO-BOYNE

March 20 The 48th Annual Nub’s Nob Open- Northern Michigan’s premier slalom racing event. Top to bottom World Cup style slalom racing on Birch Run and Smokey. $8 entry fee. This race also counts for participants in the

season-long Tecnica/Volkl/Marker Speed Series as race # 6.

March 20 & 21 Krazy Daze at Boyne Highlands, Harbor Springs- www.boyne.com- (800) GO-BOYNE

March 21 Nubs Nob Tecnica/Volkl/Marker Speed Series Race and USSA Michigan Masters Race #7. 10:00 AM Super G Racing on Scarface. Champi-onship final in 7 event Series. Open to advanced skiers and snowboarders age 13 and up. Series and Championship awards to top 3 finishers in this Super G, Age/Gender classes and Overall follow this race. USSA membership required for Michigan Masters scoring only.

March 27 Mardi Gras at Nubs Nob- Our annual Spring Fling with fun and games for all. Don’t miss the Soaker Cup Chal-lenge, Costume contest, Crazy couples and Pepsi Challenge races- www.nub-snob.com- (800) SKI-NUBS

March 22 Nubs Nob Spring Ski & Ride promotion begins! Your lift tickets are included in your lodging rate when stay-ing at one of the participating lodging properties in the greater Petoskey/Har-bor Springs area. Call the Convention and Visitors Bureau at 800-845-2828 for participating hotels, motels, condo-miniums, chalets and lodges, or visit the web site www.petoskeyarea.com.

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