Event Calendar
Leelanau Peninsula Wineries - Taste the Passion ~ Wine, Chocolate & Love - February 4 & 5, 2012
[ February 4, 2012 to February 5, 2012. ] 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 [...]
White Pine Stampede - February 4, 2012
[ February 4, 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 [...]
Shanty Creek - Sardine Special - $100/carload - February 4, 2012
[ January 7, 2012; January 16, 2012; February 4, 2012; March 24, 2012; ] 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!
* February 4 - $100/carload
* March 24 (9am-4:30pm) - $100/carload
Pay for an entire carload of people (as many [...]
Valentine’s Wine Dinner with Les Hagaman at Chateau Chantal - February 11, 2012
[ February 11, 2012; 6:00 pm; ] Valentine's Wine Dinner featuring Chef Les Hagaman
"An Evening in Alsace" featuring the cuisine of France's eastern most region, Alsace.
Starter: Artichoke Gratin
Soup: Alsatian Cabbage Soup
Entree: Filet Mignon
Salad: Apple and Gorgonzola Salad
Dessert: Pear & Almond Tart
An optional winery tour kicks off the evening at 6pm, with dinner seating at 6:30. Reservations are required at least a day [...]
North American VASA - February 11 & 12, 2012
[ February 11, 2012 to February 12, 2012. ] The National Masters Championships and the 36th Annual North American VASA
Saturday, February 11th, 2012
North American VASA
12km, 27km and 50km -- Freestyle and Classic
6km Freestyle (14-19 yrs only)
Sunday, February 12th, 2012
Gran Travers'
16km and 6km Classic
National Masters' Championship registration information:
Race distances are specified for each age category. Team points and championships will only be recognized for [...]
Romancing the Riesling - Wineries of Old Missions Peninsula - February 18, 2012
[ February 18, 2012; 11:00 am to 5:00 pm. ] Join us as we celebrate the Riesling varietal! The region is known for producing top notch Riesling grapes so we're celebrating by sharing some of the best Rieslings that Northern Michigan has to offer. Participating wineries will showcase a Riesling, served in your very own souvenir wine glass and perfectly paired [...]
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.
Visit Taste The Passion Website >>>>
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.
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!
* February 4 - $100/carload
* 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!
Visit Shanty Creek Website >>>>
Valentine’s Wine Dinner featuring Chef Les Hagaman
“An Evening in Alsace” featuring the cuisine of France’s eastern most region, Alsace.
Starter: Artichoke Gratin
Soup: Alsatian Cabbage Soup
Entree: Filet Mignon
Salad: Apple and Gorgonzola Salad
Dessert: Pear & Almond Tart
An optional winery tour kicks off the evening at 6pm, with dinner seating at 6:30. Reservations are required at least a day in advance and can be made by calling 1-800-969-4009 or booking online at www.chateauchantal.com.
Our Wine Dinners are the perfect way to experience the best of Northern Michigan. Our delicious local wines are paired with a 5 course meal prepared by Chef Les Hagaman, owner of neighboring B&B, Tesoro Inn.
Valentine’s Wine Dinner with Les Hagaman at Chateau Chantal
Saturday, February 11, 2012
6:00 tour, 6:30 dinner seating
Visit Chateau Chantal Website >>>>
The National Masters Championships and the 36th Annual North American VASA
Saturday, February 11th, 2012
North American VASA
12km, 27km and 50km — Freestyle and Classic
6km Freestyle (14-19 yrs only)
Sunday, February 12th, 2012
Gran Travers’
16km and 6km Classic
National Masters’ Championship registration information:
Race distances are specified for each age category. Team points and championships will only be recognized for those registering in the appropriate race distance for their age. Skiers may elect to enter a different race distance for their age, however, they will not be eligible for Masters’ points and championships.
Race distances and ages:
Saturday
50k Freestyle - M0-M6 (25-59 years) and F0-F6 (25-29 years)
27k Freestyle - M7-M9 (60-74 years) and F7-F8 (60-69 years)
12k Freestyle - Men (75+) and Female (70+)
Sunday
16k Classic - M0-M9 (25-74 years) and F0-F8 (25-69 years)
6k Classic - Men (75+) and Female (70+)
Placement in waves is by race pace as determined by official times from designated AXCS races. A list of the designated races will by available on the online registration.
2012 Great Lakes Youth Ski Festival: Race distances are specified for each age category. Team points will only be recognized for those registering in the appropriate race distance for their age. Skiers may elect to enter a different race distances for their age, however, they will not be eligible for Team points.
Race distances and ages (all races are freestyle):
0.5km - 5 and under
1km - J6 (6 and 7)
2km - J5 (8 and 9)
3km - J4 (10 and 11)
4km - J3 (12 and 13)
5km - J2 (14 and 15)
Join us as we celebrate the Riesling varietal! The region is known for producing top notch Riesling grapes so we’re celebrating by sharing some of the best Rieslings that Northern Michigan has to offer. Participating wineries will showcase a Riesling, served in your very own souvenir wine glass and perfectly paired with a food offering. As an extra bonus, guests will enjoy 10% off* all Riesling purchases at the wineries during the event.
Tickets are $15 and include a souvenir wine glass.** Tickets are available at participating wineries on the day of the event or by calling 231.223.7355.
*Discount not valid on ice wine. Cannot be combined with any other discount or offer.
**Limited number of commemorative glasses are available.
Visit Wineries of Old Missions Peninsula Website >>>>
| 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!
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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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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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Ring in the New Year at Shanty Creek!
Dominic Fortuna at Summit
Enjoy a show with holiday-themed music and a surf-n-turf dinner. There will also be fireworks over Summit Mountain just after midnight!
In Custody at Ivan’s
Rock in the New Year with one of Michigan’s most sought-after party bands!
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Brew Ski Bash 2011
Brew Ski Bash is back! This is quite possibly the greatest party of the year, especially if you love drinking stouts and downhill skiing (not at the same time, of course).
Brewski Bash is our annual welcoming of winter party. We release the stouts, give the first 100 guests a free Shanty Creek ski pass (everyone else gets a $10 lift ticket voucher), and get our groove on all night long to the musical styling of Funktion (back by popular demand). Winter in northern Michigan is coming whether we want it to or not, so let’s embrace it and have some fun!
Visit Short’s Brewing Company Website >>>>
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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 the Elk Rapids and Bellaire/Central Lake/Mancelona high school ski teams.
2011 Antrim Ski Academy Ski Swap
November 25 & 26• Grand Ballroom at The Lakeview Hotel
Summit Village • Shanty Creek Resorts
CHECK IN
Friday, November 25 • 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 26 • 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 26 • 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 both the Elk Rapids and the Bellaire/Central Lake/Mancelona funds High School Race teams.
Visit Antrim Ski Academy Ski Swap Website >>>>
Annual wine festival held in Northport at Haserot Park next to the marina.
Featuring 16 wineries, 8 food vendors, one brewery and one hard cider vendor.
This year’s entertainment showcases Dawn Campbell, singer and songwriter. Entrance is $15 per person which includes commemorative wine glass and two tasting tickets.
Additional tasting tickets are available for $2 each. Full bottle sales will be available and must either be consumed or disposed of on site.
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Come celebrate the worlds’ fastest growing water sport; Stand-Up-Paddle-Boarding (SUP) and modern waterman’s lifestyle at the TC WATERMAN CHALLENGE & EXPO -the Midwest’s premier Stand Up Paddle Board Race & Expo event.
This 1st annual SUP festival and exposition includes races and demonstrations for all ages and skill levels.
Staged on the shores of Beautiful West Grand Traverse Bay, Traverse City, MI. Aug. 20th. The TC Waterman is more than an ordinary paddle race. For the sport’s top paddlers, The Elite Races are an exciting WPA sanctioned championship points styled SUP race that is 3.5 miles in length and located close offshore for spectators and on-lookers to view. The TC Waterman also boosts a Distance Race (9 Mile down-winder), Open Age-Group Race, Kid’s Races and SUP Relays.
REGISTER ONLINE AT www.tcwaterman.com or through www.active.com
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The Ride Around Torch is an annual one-day 26, 63, or 100 mile bicycle tour primarily along the scenic shores of Torch Lake, Michigan’s longest and one of its most beautiful inland lakes with unusually clear, bright turquoise hued waters.
Several villages and hamlets lie along the lake’s shore including Alden, Eastport, Clam River and Torch River. the ride is a recreational, social tour that is neither a race nor a test of strength although the very hilly 100 mile route can be a challenge.
The 26 mile ride is an out and back around the north end of Elk Lake through Torch River to the food stop at Crystal Beach Park. Same hills and flats of the other routes only less.
Our signature 63 mile ride circles Torch Lake passing through Eastport, Clam River, Alden and Torch River with hills, flats, scenic views and multiple food stops.
The 100 mile ride is a challenging century with the rolling shoreline of Torch Lake, extreme hills and then some. Racing clusters are not recommended.
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