Event Calendar
Wineries of Old Mission Peninsula - Blossom Days - May 19 - 20, 2012
[ May 19, 2012; 11:00 am to 5:00 pm. May 20, 2012; 12:00 pm to 5:00 pm. ] A Celebration of Blossoms, Beauty and Bounty on Old Mission Peninsula
Saturday, May 19, 2012 • 11 a.m.-5 p.m.
Sunday, May 20, 2012 • 12 p.m.-5 p.m.
Old Mission winemakers invite you to their tasting rooms for a sample of unreleased wines! Barrel and Reserve wines are showcased in addition to each winery’s standard tasting list. The $30 [...]
Wineries of Old Mission Peninsula - Divas Uncorked - June 15, 2012
[ June 15, 2012; 5:30 pm to 9:30 pm. ] Sip, Savor and Enjoy This Fun "Girls Night Out" Event!
Friday, June 15, 2012 • 5:30-9:30 p.m.
TICKETS ON SALE NOW!
Visit the Wineries of Old Mission Peninsula on this evening devoted to women, wine and food. Each of the seven wineries will offer a wine selection expertly paired with an appetizer prepared by one of Traverse City's [...]
Traverse City Wine and Art Festival - June 30, 2012
[ June 30, 2012; 3:00 pm to 10:00 pm. ] The Traverse City Wine & Art Festival returns to the Village at Grand Traverse Commons on Saturday, June 30, 2012 from 3-10 PM. Order your tickets today!
The festival is a landmark celebration of the wine, food and culture of Michigan’s wine coast, featuring wines from the wineries of the Leelanau Peninsula, Old [...]
Art Rapids! - June 30, 2012
[ June 30, 2012; ] Memorial Park, Elk Rapids, 10 am - 5 pm
A juried, fine-arts event in which selected artists will show, demonstrate and sell their work by Grand Traverse Bay in the heart of this charming harbor town, whose many galleries already attract an art-loving clientele the year around. Juried categories include oil/acrylic/tempera, watercolor, mixed media, drawings/pastel, sculpture, [...]
A Celebration of Blossoms, Beauty and Bounty on Old Mission Peninsula
Saturday, May 19, 2012 • 11 a.m.-5 p.m.
Sunday, May 20, 2012 • 12 p.m.-5 p.m.
Old Mission winemakers invite you to their tasting rooms for a sample of unreleased wines! Barrel and Reserve wines are showcased in addition to each winery’s standard tasting list. The $30 ticket price includes a souvenir glass* and tasting at all seven Old Mission wineries. Enjoy the beauty of the blossoms and a weekend on Old Mission Peninsula!
Tickets are available at any Old Mission Peninsula Winery on the days of the event.
Contact 231.223.4110 for further information.
*Limited number of commemorative glasses available.
Blessing of the Blossoms non-denominational ceremony on Sunday at Chateau Chantal TBA.
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Sip, Savor and Enjoy This Fun “Girls Night Out” Event!
Friday, June 15, 2012 • 5:30-9:30 p.m.
TICKETS ON SALE NOW!
Visit the Wineries of Old Mission Peninsula on this evening devoted to women, wine and food. Each of the seven wineries will offer a wine selection expertly paired with an appetizer prepared by one of Traverse City’s best restaurant chefs. The evening also includes giveaways from local businesses and artists - everyone
Tickets are $25 and include a souvenir wine glass,* tasting and food pairings.
“Designated Divas” (those volunteering to drive) tickets are offered at a discounted rate.
This event sells out every year so please purchase tickets early if you’d like to attend.
Purchased tickets together if you would like the same starting location. Location will be indicated on your ticket.
Contact 231.223.7615 for further information.
*Limited number of commemorative glasses available. For sponsorship info, email info@bowersharbor.com.
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The Traverse City Wine & Art Festival returns to the Village at Grand Traverse Commons on Saturday, June 30, 2012 from 3-10 PM. Order your tickets today!
The festival is a landmark celebration of the wine, food and culture of Michigan’s wine coast, featuring wines from the wineries of the Leelanau Peninsula, Old Mission Peninsula, Traverse City & Benzie along with a selection of Traverse City and Leelanau restaurants serving food & desserts. The 2012 festival is our fourth annual and will once again showcase innovative music & performance and original artwork from dozens of regional artists.
The Traverse City Wine & Art Festival is very excited to announce the headliner for the 2012 festival, national recording artist Rusted Root.
Rusted Root features founder and band leader Michael Glabicki (lead vocals, guitar), Liz Berlin (vocals, percussion) and Patrick Norman (vocals, bass, percussion). Glabicki says “We are a band made up of individual musicians who come together collectively to create music, call it what you want but we are simply creating music that has a message.”
Rusted Root has sold more than 3 million albums worldwide, and Traverse City’s own Rick Coates observes that the message has been resonating with fans for nearly 20 years. Get all the info about Rusted Root (including their new work) at rustedroot.com. Below is Send Me On My Way, interestingly enough chosen by NASA engineers as the “wake-up” music for the Mars Exploration Rover Opportunity Sol 21.
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Memorial Park, Elk Rapids, 10 am - 5 pm
A juried, fine-arts event in which selected artists will show, demonstrate and sell their work by Grand Traverse Bay in the heart of this charming harbor town, whose many galleries already attract an art-loving clientele the year around. Juried categories include oil/acrylic/tempera, watercolor, mixed media, drawings/pastel, sculpture, photography, jewelry, glass, and ceramic. Musical performances, artist demonstrations, and a kids’ art tent will complete the picture. The fair is held on the last Saturday of June.
A non-profit event to promote fine art and enhance Elk Rapids’ growing reputation as an art-focused community.
Proceeds will be used to enhance the arts and art education in the Elk Rapids area. Art Rapids! has established an art-focused school assistance program, as well as a scholarship program for Elk Rapids High School students.
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| 9/1-10/17/11 | 10/18-11/23/11 | 11/24/11-2/15/12 | |
| Youth (9-17) | $259 | $299 | $329 |
| Adult (18-59) | $309 | $349 | $379 |
| Senior (60-69) | $259 | $299 | $329 |
Buy Your Season Pass Online or call 866.901.3149 today!
Click here for College Student Specials.
More Ways to Save
Summit Only Pass - $99
For skiers and boarders ages 9-69. Valid Friday-Sunday and select holiday dates at Summit Mountain only.
The SCR Favorite Card - $139
Includes ten punches good for five Summit-only tickets, four Sunday-Friday Supertickets, and one Saturday or Holiday Supertickets.
MSIA 4th Grade Passport Pass - $149
Designed for children who participated in MSIA’s 4th Grade Passport program to encourage them to continue skiing and/or boarding. Purchase by 11/24/11. Subject to verification.
Sunday Only Pass - $159
For skiers and boarders ages 9-69. Valid every Sunday, including holidays.
College Student Pass - $212
Available to full-time enrolled college students. Must have a valid college ID, driver’s license and proof of minimum 12 credits for the semester.
Shanty Creek Resorts pass holders receive 50% off any full day adult lift ticket at the following areas:
• Apple Mountain Ski Area - Freeland, MI
• Swiss Valley Ski Area - Jones, MI
• Timber Ridge Ski Area - Gobles, MI
Valid any open day during the 2011/2012 season by presenting your 2011/2012 SCR season pass.
Caberfae Peaks Ski Area - Cadillac, MI
SCR season pass holders can receive a full day lift ticket for only $10 Sunday-Friday and for $25 on Saturdays. The following holidays are excluded: 12/26/11-1/1/12 and 2/17-2/20/12. Valid any open day during the 2011/2012 season by presenting your 2011/2012 SCR season pass.
Additional Offers
SCR pass holders receive additional offers throughout the season for goods and services both on and off property.
Additional Season Pass information:
1. All passes include complimentary use of Shanty Creek Resorts Nordic trails on any open days pass is valid.
2. All passes include skiing and snowboarding on Summit and Schuss Mountains on any open days pass is valid.
3. Determination of pass holder’s age is defined as his/her age as of January 1, 2012.
4. All major credit cards accepted. We cannot charge to SCR house or club accounts.
5. All season pass ID pictures will be taken and passes issued at the Schuss Snowsports building beginning November 24, 2011.
6. All season pass holders are required to sign a season pass release agreement at the time season pass is issued. Children under 18 must have a parent/guardian sign the release on their behalf. Download release of liability form.
7. Shanty Creek Resorts reserves the right to evaluate refund requests on an individual basis.
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The 2012 Spring Sip & Savor takes place May 5 & 6, 2012 – tickets are on sale now!
Join us the weekend of May 5-6, 2012 for the Leelanau Peninsula Vintners Association’s annual Spring Sip & Savor wine trail event. As our vineyards wake to the sun & warmth of May, we invite you to enjoy special wine and food pairings at each of the wineries on the wine trail and help support Migrant Education in Leelanau County.
For added fun, event participants are encouraged to participate in our Sip o’ de Mayo Hat Contest try to win one of the prizes that many of the wineries will be offering and the fabulous Grand Prize of two nights lodging at The Homestead, dinner for two with appetizers and dessert at La Becasse, Sunday brunch for two at the Bluebird, a wood-fired pizza from the Hearth & Vine Cafe at Black Star Farms and a pair of tickets to any LPVA Weekend tour or the Traverse City Wine & Art Festival!
As an added feature, $5 from every ticket will benefit Migrant Education in Leelanau County! Tickets are limited and our events usually sell out, so be sure to order early!
Details are available on the winery prizes and food & wine pairings page!
Spring Sip & Savor has been designed to provide seasoned wine trail guests or first time visitors with a truly memorable experience that will allow them to celebrate spring, indulge their senses and learn more about Leelanau Peninsula wines. Most importantly it is an event that delivers fun!
Visit up to 8 wineries on Saturday from 11 to 6pm, and up to 8 on Sunday from noon to 5pm.
Tickets are just $35 and include wine and food pairings at each winery, a commemorative glass and a $5 gift certificate, that can be used at any LPVA winery.
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Celebrate over 30 years of Shanty Creek’s most popular winter event - a race course on an icy 40′ pond at Schuss Mountain!
Other activities include a Seal Slide, Frozen Fish Toss and Shovel Races.
Raffle tickets will also be available to win VIP Seating for the main event.
Registration for all events begins at 9am inside of Ivan’s, Slush Cup starts at 2pm.
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The annual Cardboard Classic Race down Schuss Mountain in a sled you make yourself!
Cardboard required, tape and glue recommended, creativity encouraged. Helmets are required for all participants and are available to rent for $10.
Registration 9-11am in Ivan’s, judging of sleds at 11:30am, race starts at 12pm.
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Taste the Passion 2012 takes place the weekend of February 4 & 5, 2012 – Tickets on sale now – just $30!
Love is in the air at the “Taste the Passion” weekend February 4 & 5, 2012. It’s a celebration of wine, chocolate and love, and your ticket allows you to chart your own course, enjoying food and wine pairings and some optional winter and Valentine-themed activities at 17 wineries along the trail.
The weekend starts on Saturday as you head to your first winery stop to collect your souvenir glass. Then spend the weekend enjoying special pours and sweet or savory food pairings at our wineries between the hours of 11am and 5pm on Saturday and Noon and 5pm on Sunday.
To add to the weekend’s festivities, several of our wineries will hold special events and activities exclusively for “Taste the Passion” ticket holders to celebrate the beauty and fun to be had in this winter wonderland. They are sure to provided countless photo opportunities – check some from past years out in the video above and stay tuned for a listing in January.
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Be sure to check out some of the food offerings and activities that await you along the trail!
Tickets are just $30 and quantities are limited. We encourage you to secure yours as soon as possible as most of our trail events do sell out. Please note that Good Neighbor and Willow will not be participating in Taste the Passion 2012.
If you are traveling with a group, you will all want select the same starting winery. Be aware that tickets are limited at each winery, so purchase early if the starting location is important to you.
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Everything Irish at Schuss Mountain, including a Pot of Gold Coin Toss, Frozen Fish Toss, Saucer Races, Slush Cup and Blarney Stone Open!
Registration for all events begins at 9am inside of Ivan’s.
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Shanty Creek Resorts - Beer & Boards Microbrew Festival this Saturday, 3-5pm in the Bellaire Ballroom! Sample unique flavors while chatting with the brewmasters.
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Pack your friends, families, neighbors and anyone else you can find into your car and pay a special price for everyone to ski at Schuss Mountain!
* March 24 (9am-4:30pm) - $100/carload
Pay for an entire carload of people (as many as you can fit into your vehicle) for an entire day of skiing/boarding on Schuss Mountain!
In 40 years of the event - our current record for the event is 18 people in a Buick Elecktra 225 LTD… how many can you stuff into yours?
Get creative and ask everyone you know - the more people… the better the deal! See you there!
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Snow update: The big news everyone has been waiting for. We’ve made the efforts and put things in motion… and the 2012 SMSC IS A GO!!!!!!!!!!!! There’s no turning back now. - Visit Website >>>>
Griztek Auto Appearance & Offroad and Shanty Creek Resorts are proud to bring the action back to the ski slopes at the 2012 Schuss Mountain Snow Challenge.
The SMSC is the only event you get side by side, heads up racing.
It’s the only place racers get 5 tire classes in which to compete.
And, it’s the only event like this anywhere in North America!
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VIDEO OF PREPARATIONS AT SCHUSS MOUNTAIN - MARCH 30, 2012
The White Pine Stampede - the Midwest’s premier nordic event - February 4, 2012.
Races in The White Pine Stampede
40 Kilometer Event (25 miles) previously the 50km
Join the thousands who have skied this event on professionally groomed trails which wind through the most picturesque landscape of northwestern Lower Michigan. The race ends at Summit Village at Shanty Creek.
20 Kilometer Event
The 20 kilometer event (12 miles) takes skiers over rolling hills and across fields, concluding at Schuss Village at Shanty Creek.
10 Kilometer Timed Tour
Enjoy skiing the Roger Eschedor 10 kilometer timed tour (6 miles), finishing at Schuss Village at Shanty Creek.
Packet Pick-up/Check-In
Friday, February 3, 2012: Packet Pickup at Shanty Creek Resort 3:00pm - 9:00pm
Saturday, February 4, 2012: 7:30am to your race start time. New entries and registration changes must be completed 45 minutes prior to the scheduled race start time.
Events on Race Day
- 9:30am - 40km classic & freestyle start
Pre-race meeting time 8:45am - 10:30am - 20km classic & freestyle start
Pre-race meeting time 9:45am - 11:30am - 10km tour classic & freestyle start
Pre-race meeting time 10:45am
Awards
- White Pine Stampede tee shirt, commemorative medal to each entrant.
- White Pine Stampede commemorative plaques are given to the top three finishers in the each classification.
- 40km and 20km men’s and women’s champions receive the traditional award together with a gift certificate for Shanty Creek.
- Skiers finishing the Stampede will receive a specially cast and registered medal to mark their accomplishment as they cross the finish line.
Awards Ceremony beginning at 3:00 p.m. Saturday, at the Summit Village, Shanty Creek
(Please note: No awards or times will be given to skiers without a bib number.)
White Pine Stampede
P.O. Box 330
Mancelona, Michigan 49659
231.587.8812
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The White Pine Stampede begins in Mancelona High School in Mancelona, Michigan, and ends at Shanty Creek Resort & Club in Bellaire.
