Last year 1,250 people participated in the event with ages ranging from 2 years old to over 75 years old. Participation is open to the public with everyone from weekend warriors to Olympians taking part. In less than two years the Noquemanon Ski Marathon has turned around fading interest in cross-country ski racing. The Noquemanon encourages improved cardiovascular fitness and endurance for skiers of all levels of ability and ages. The event is put on almost entirely by volunteers and was created by the Superiorland Ski Club.
Money earned from the program goes back into promoting ski programs for youth.
Events nominated for the Amateur Athletic Event of the Year Award must be held in Michigan, must be open to citizens in a range of ages and capabilities, and must affect a large number of people. They must be classified as amateur athletic events, and event sponsors must not produce or actively encourage the use of alcohol or tobacco products.