MiSkier
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That was actually asked and the answer was no it does not
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MarzNC
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Since the big ice storm that hit the Highlands in Michigan was in March when most people in that region were done with snowsports, didn't hear about the mess for which they are still doing clean up work. The level of destruction luckily didn't touch lifts or base buildings. The fact that Boyne Resorts could call for help from other resorts, including those in New England, made a difference.
Posted September 2025
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The three-day storm, March 28-30, was local to the upper section of Michigan’s Lower Peninsula and a small section of the Upper Peninsula, with the most severe impacts felt in just a handful of counties. The story never made national news, but even so, millions of acres of the region’s vast pine forests were impacted; 145,000 people were left without power, some for weeks; and the governor declared a state of emergency.
Most of Michigan’s 40-odd ski areas, many already closed for the season, escaped serious, if any, icing. The Highlands Ski and Golf Resort—owned by Boyne Resorts and, with 435 skiable acres, one of the Midwest’s largest ski destinations—was one of the few to be in the zone of extreme impact.
A surprisingly severe storm. “As the storm was happening, I don’t think anybody realized how big it was,” says The Highlands area manager Robby Ortlieb. . . ."
Posted September 2025
After the Ice
It took grit, teamwork, and lots of chainsaws to recover from a devastating March storm that hit northern Michigan and enveloped The Highlands under inches
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The three-day storm, March 28-30, was local to the upper section of Michigan’s Lower Peninsula and a small section of the Upper Peninsula, with the most severe impacts felt in just a handful of counties. The story never made national news, but even so, millions of acres of the region’s vast pine forests were impacted; 145,000 people were left without power, some for weeks; and the governor declared a state of emergency.
Most of Michigan’s 40-odd ski areas, many already closed for the season, escaped serious, if any, icing. The Highlands Ski and Golf Resort—owned by Boyne Resorts and, with 435 skiable acres, one of the Midwest’s largest ski destinations—was one of the few to be in the zone of extreme impact.
A surprisingly severe storm. “As the storm was happening, I don’t think anybody realized how big it was,” says The Highlands area manager Robby Ortlieb. . . ."
MiSkier
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I went to Boyne Mtn on April 5th and the damage in the Gaylord area was unbelievable. Boyne Mtn did not get nearly as much ice. But the damage was still thereSince the big ice storm that hit the Highlands in Michigan was in March when most people in that region were done with snowsports, didn't hear about the mess for which they are still doing clean up work. The level of destruction luckily didn't touch lifts or base buildings. The fact that Boyne Resorts could call for help from other resorts, including those in New England, made a difference.
Posted September 2025
"After the Ice
It took grit, teamwork, and lots of chainsaws to recover from a devastating March storm that hit northern Michigan and enveloped The Highlands under inches
The three-day storm, March 28-30, was local to the upper section of Michigan’s Lower Peninsula and a small section of the Upper Peninsula, with the most severe impacts felt in just a handful of counties. The story never made national news, but even so, millions of acres of the region’s vast pine forests were impacted; 145,000 people were left without power, some for weeks; and the governor declared a state of emergency.
Most of Michigan’s 40-odd ski areas, many already closed for the season, escaped serious, if any, icing. The Highlands Ski and Golf Resort—owned by Boyne Resorts and, with 435 skiable acres, one of the Midwest’s largest ski destinations—was one of the few to be in the zone of extreme impact.
A surprisingly severe storm. “As the storm was happening, I don’t think anybody realized how big it was,” says The Highlands area manager Robby Ortlieb. . . ."
MarzNC
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The Liftblog article about Caberfae's Green Mountain expansion noted that the other triples are similar to the new one that will debut in 2027-28.
October 8, 2025
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Caberfae, Michigan will build a Doppelmayr triple in 2027, servicing several new beginner trails on Green Mountain. The project follows construction of similar Doppelmayr triples on North Peak in 2016 and East Peak in 2022. This new lift will bridge a progression gap between the learning area and more difficult terrain on East Peak. “We are thrilled to begin this terrain expansion,” said mountain manager Pete Meyer. “Our skiers and riders will now have a dedicated, lift-served area to build confidence and skills before moving on to larger, more challenging slopes.”
Construction is already underway with planning, lift line clearing and grading completed in 2025, foundation and snowmaking installation planned for 2026 and steel erection following in 2027. The new terrain and Green Mountain Triple are expected to debut for the 2027-28 ski season.
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I remember noticing the big hole in the ground past the Backcountry when I was at Caberfae in 2024.
Caberfae, looking towardsGreen Mountain where dirt is coming from for next peak, January 2024
October 8, 2025
Caberfae Peaks Announces Green Mountain Expansion
Caberfae, Michigan will build a Doppelmayr triple in 2027, servicing several new beginner trails on Green Mountain. The project follows construction of similar Doppelmayr triples on North Peak in 2…
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Caberfae, Michigan will build a Doppelmayr triple in 2027, servicing several new beginner trails on Green Mountain. The project follows construction of similar Doppelmayr triples on North Peak in 2016 and East Peak in 2022. This new lift will bridge a progression gap between the learning area and more difficult terrain on East Peak. “We are thrilled to begin this terrain expansion,” said mountain manager Pete Meyer. “Our skiers and riders will now have a dedicated, lift-served area to build confidence and skills before moving on to larger, more challenging slopes.”
Construction is already underway with planning, lift line clearing and grading completed in 2025, foundation and snowmaking installation planned for 2026 and steel erection following in 2027. The new terrain and Green Mountain Triple are expected to debut for the 2027-28 ski season.
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I remember noticing the big hole in the ground past the Backcountry when I was at Caberfae in 2024.
Caberfae, looking towards
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MarzNC
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An event happening in the midwest involving Mt. Bohemia. Snowvana was created by Doug Fish, who also created the Indy Pass. This is the first year for Milwaukee. Snowvana started in Portland in 2016.
www.stormskiing.com
Join Me Live with Mt. Bohemia at Snowvana Milwaukee Saturday, Nov. 8
A live conversation with the founder of the Midwest’s most unique ski area
www.stormskiing.com
