This cross-country event begins in Mancelona with skiers racing 20 kilometers stopping at Schuss. Most downhill skiers prefer riding the shuttle bus. A Superticket allows up to 13 hours skiing a day on 29 trails at both areas. There are nine lifts, including five double, one triple and three surface. The 600 rooms offer a variety of accomodations.
Snowboarders have a half pipe and snow park plus competitive races.
Gandy the Purple Goose, a character specially created for the resort, skis and snowboards in costume and talks to the children. Shanty Creek has 85 ski instructors between its two areas and switches instructors from Schuss to Summit depending on demand. Students also can switch between areas. All rights reserved. Requests to reprint will be considered.