There are kid's Nordic ski races on Feb. 3 and the Ice Palace 4 mile Fun Run is on Feb. 4. For a memorable experience, plan on participating in the torch light skiing at Mt. Pisgah on Feb. 4. A fairly unique competition is the snowmobile water skip, where snomobilers test their courage by jumping their machines over holes dug into the ice on Feb. 10-11. The losers get wet. Drag and oval snowmobile races are held on Feb. 17-18.
Events are continually being added, so it is best to check the web for updates.
This 5.5-mile snowshoe race climbs up Blue Mountain, for a total of 1,800 feet of elevation gain. The good news is that once you reach the summit, you get to run back down. This promises to be a true test of stamina and determination. The following weekend offers snowmobile races on Feb. 17 and an ice fishing derby on Feb 18. At the Ski Hill on Feb. 18, there will be ski and snowboard races, an evening torch run and fireworks.