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• Upcoming Events

  • 22 September:
    • Jeff Daniels - Harbor Springs Performing Arts Center - September 22, 2010 (7:30 pm)
  • 24 September:
    • 3rd Annual Biketemberfest hosted by Zoo-De-Mack - September 24 - 26, 2010 (all day)
  • 2 October:
    • Boyne Mountain - 2nd Annual Skitoberfest - October 2, 2010 (12:00 am)

Celebration and giving, festival style….

Join us for the second annual Skitoberfest, a fall extravaganza and homecoming taking place in the Boyne Mountain Village and surrounding area. Skitoberfest celebrates the coming winter season with a Snowsports Summit hosted by Cary Adgate and the best of fall’s family offerings in an Oktoberfest style setting. Highlights include great food, Michigan brews, live music and guest celebrities. Everyone is invited to experience this event and a special invitation goes to our family of loyal BOYNE homeowners and passholders. It’s art, it’s drama, it’s entertainment plus food, beer, wine and fun for everyone!
Skitoberfest Events and Highlights:

THE Party

Saturday, October 2, 2pm-12am
Activities: 2-8pm
Entertainment in the Beer Tent: 8pm-Midnight
Staged in the Village and nearby open lawn, the entire area comes alive with food and entertainment!

• Live Music
• Artists Galore… talent from many walks of life including performance art
• More than 50 brews available for sampling from over a dozen of Michigan’s top breweries
• Gourmet foods and from area restaurants, each serving their specialty dishes
• More than 20 wines for tasting from Michigan’s award-winning wineries
• Family horsedrawn hayrides and bonfire sing-a-longs
• Antique cider press demonstration
• Dancing in Village Lane
• Jugglers
• Kids art projects and face painting
• Parade of decorated golf carts and featuring costumed dancers
• FREE scenic chairlift rides
• Burgers and a View at Eagle’s Nest, located at the top of the mountain
• Celebrity guests!
• Live statues
• SEE-North Live Birds of Prey 4-6pm

THE Snowsports Summit

Saturday, 10am-6pm
The very best opportunity for winter sports enthusiasts to be prepped - gear, technique, physical conditioning - for the coming winter season! The BOYNE Snowsports Summit is the best place for information about the coming season.

THE Jib Fest
Saturday- Time TBD
It’s what you’ve been waiting all summer for …..time to get your park fix until winter truly arrives a month later. We’ll supply the “snow” and the features, you bring your gear and your attitude!

Nightly lodging starts at $133 per night for a Mountain Villa and $138 in the Mountain Grand Lodge and Spa. Hotel rates are also available. For reservations, please call 800.GO.BOYNE (462-6963).

THE Giving

Skitoberfest: Giving Back to the Community:
Introducing the Warren Miller Freedom Foundation, a young entrepreneur program serving to educate area youth on the steps of conceiving, planning, and forming a business on their own and truly achieve young entrepreneur success. Educational sessions to be offered at Boyne Mountain and Boyne Highlands and FREE of charge to interested youth. Classes are once per week for 10 weeks and dependent on interest, a 10-week session could be offered as early as this winter season.

The program targets ages 12-17 and local schools and youth organizations are asked to assist in generating awareness for this youth opportunity. The program focuses on development of the entrepreneurial spirit and is taught by area professionals.

During the Skitoberfest event, the program will have a booth in the Snowsports Summit with informational flyers, Warren Miller videos and a sign-up sheet where those interested can let us know whether winter or spring is better for them and/or if they are interested in learning more. http://www.warrenmiller.org/

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Boyne’s GUARANTEED lowest rates for the upcoming winter season are here! Don’t pass up your chance to reserve your winter getaway starting at $83 per person per night.

Offer Includes:

• Lodging at Boyne Highlands or Boyne Mountain
• Hot breakfast following each night
• Unlimited lift ticket
• Tubing*

Remember, children 8 and younger sleep, ski/ride and eat free when staying with parents and juniors 9-15 are only $23 per night.

Blackout dates are minimal for this awesome offer but only 20 packages are offered each night at the discounted price. To book your vacation before the deals are gone call us at 800.GO.BOYNE (462.6963) or reserve online today!

Package code: ESNO

Packages start from $83 per person per night based on double occupancy per hotel room. Taxes and resort fees are additional. Blackout dates are December 26-January 2, January 14-17 (Mountain only), February 18-21 and any dates BOYNE has reached the 20 package limit. Restrictions may apply. *Please call ahead for tubing schedule as it varies based on resort, week, and time of year. Age restrictions are applicable.

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Re-scheduled to take place at Boyne Mountain!

The state’s top league racers gather to see who’s fastest in this season ending team event. Races will be held on Superbowl. Get your team together and see how you stack up against the best in the area. Thank you to our friends at Miller Lite and Bayside Beverage for once again stepping up and sponsoring this gathering of the gate chasers. Spectators welcome.

***On Site Registration, Waiver Signing and Bib Pick up will take place in the Snowflake Lounge Friday evening and the old front desk area of the Clock Tower Lodge on Saturday morning at Boyne Mountain.

Friday, March 26; 5:30pm - 11pm

Saturday, March 27; 7:30am - 8:30am

Click Here for Team Registration Form

Click Here for MLSLC information sheet

Click Here for MLSLC Event Waiver

Must be 21 years of age or older to participate

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Once again Boyne Mountain will be the site for a legendary party of epic proportions. This is where Mardis Gras meets the mountain. Outrageous and crazy become the norm for the weekend, from skiers and snowboarders in costumes to the always hilarious Slush Cup. As in the past couple years, we will be allowing guests to transport their own beverages of choice to the Victor Halfway house to enjoy the mayhem of the on-hill party hosted by Dave Faulkner.

Friday, March 19

*Skiing/snowboarding, 9am - 9 pm
*Outside Cookout & Bar, 11:30 am - 2:30 pm, Eriksen’s Patio (Items available for all cookouts include burgers, brats, chicken sandwiches, salads, chips, beer, wine and soda)

*Mac Daddy performs in the Snowflake Lounge 9:30pm - 1:30am

Saturday, March 20

*Skiing/snowboarding, 9 am - 4:30 pm
*Outside Cookout & Bar, 11:30 am - 5 pm, Eriksen’s Patio

*On-hill party at the Victor Halfway House with Dave Faulkner 9am - 4:30pm

*Adult Costume Party at the Victor Halfway House 2:30pm, prizes include a ‘10/’11 BOYNE Gold season pass, gift cards and more

*Mac Daddy performs in the Civic Center 4pm - 8pm

*Twisted Finster (and the KLT gang) rock ’til the wee hours in the Civic Center 9pm - 1:30am

Sunday, March 21

*nothing cures that “groggy” feeling like the legendary Ericksen’s buffet breakfast served 7am - 11am in the Clock Tower lodge

*Slush Cup at 12pm/Noon near the bottom of North McClouth, registration takes place on-hill prior to the event

*all Slush Cup participants will receive a commemerative t’shirt

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Get Ready for Golf!

The course opening schedule for the 2010 golf season is as follows:

From Boyne Mountain Resort Page on Facebook Just got word, The Monument’s opening a week early! Get those clubs out and ready for action… course opens April 23.

Boyne Mountain
April 23rd - The Monument
May 7th - The Alpine

Other BOYNE courses
April 30th - Crooked Tree Golf Club, The Moor, Arthur Hills
May 7th - Donald Ross Memorial, Bay Harbor Golf Club (Links-Quarry)
May 14th - The Heather, Bay Harbor Golf Club’s Preserve

Boyne’s Best Golf Packages >>>>

• Save up to 30% off the 2009/10 prices
• Lock in the incredible savings and pay later with the BOYNE Easy 3-Pay Plan
• Purchase your 2010/11 BOYNE Season Pass now and ski/ride for the remainder of the season
• Current passholders earn double BoyneRewards points on pass purchases before April 30th
• Current Gold and Silver passholders who maintain or upgrade their pass level earn a complimentary lift ticket valid during the 2010/11 season

Pricing Through April 30, 2010

Pass	Gold	Silver	Bronze
Adult (19-64)	$599	$349	$249
Teen (13-18)	$479	$269
Junior (9-12)	$349	$199
Senior (65-70)	$479	$269

www.BOYNE.com/Passes
800.462.6963

Showcasing the best Chefs in the state of Michigan.  If you’re looking for a fun-filled, exciting event don’t miss the 3rd Annual Chefs Challenge for Challenge Mountain, April 23-24.

Chef Teams from northern and southern Michigan present the state’s great agricultural diversity at its succulent finest, complimented by fine Michigan wines and micro-brews, a true premier Michigan event.  Weekend events includes exciting seminars, culinary exhibits and two Chef competitions along with great fine and wine.  This year’s celebrity judges are Chef Michelle Bommarito, Chef Hermann Suhs, Chef Angus Campbell, Chef Rob Haney, Barb Tholin and Ruth Mossok Johnston.

Judging takes place in two separate events:

Tasting: Chefs, micro brewers, vintners and spirits distillers are judged by a team of celebrity judges and the public
Iron Chef Cook-Off: A battle between the winning teams from the north and south

The tasting is from 11 am - 2 pm on Saturday, April 24 in the Civic Center.  Cost is $25 for 8 tickets good towards food and beverage tastings.  Entry/tickets can be paid at the door.  The Iron-Chef Cook-Off also happens on Saturday beginning at 6 pm and is $100 per person.  For Iron-Chef Cook-Off reservations, please call 231-582-1186.  All proceeds benefit Challenge Mountain.

Sponsorship and vendor opportunities are available.

Event poster.

Free seminars are scheduled on Saturday and hosted by the celebrity judges and other special guests.  The schedule includes:

9:45 a.m.-10:45 a.m.: The 8 Steps to Taking Care of You Bommarito Style
Presented by Chef Michelle Bommarito

9 a.m.-9:45 a.m.: Investigating the Michigan Mezze Table
Presented by Chef Angus Campbell

2 p.m.-2:45 p.m.: Feed Me Heartfully
Presented by Ruth Mossok Johnston

2:45 p.m.-3:30 p.m.: Food for Thought on Food Preservation, Canning and Organic
Presented by Tim Young

2:45 p.m.-3:30 p.m.: Everything You Ever Wanted to Know about Maple Syrup and Collection
Presented by Grant Woods

4 p.m.-4:45 p.m.: Pairing of Wines
Presented by Sommelier, Ed Brehm

4 p.m.-4:45 p.m.:  Micro-Brewing
Presented by John Leonardo of Motor City Brewing

4:45 p.m.-5:30 p.m.: The Ins and Outs of Vodka Distillery
Presented by Rafino Valentine of Valentine Vodka

Special lodging rates are offered on April 23 and 24 including the Clock Tower Lodge for $67 per night and $118 per night for the luxurious Mountain Grand Lodge and Spa.  For lodging reservations, please call 800.GO.BOYNE (462-6963).

For additional event information, please visit www.chefs-challenge.com.

All Chefs Challenge proceeds go to help Challenge Mountain, the nation’s only adaptive recreational facility dedicated exclusively to people with special needs. 100% of all donated dollars go directly to Challenge Mountain programs.

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Join us for the holidays starting December 18 through January 2. There are plenty of activities to enjoy for the whole family! Plus amazing snow conditions and other winter events to keep you busy during your celebrations.

Boyne Highlands

Boyne Mountain

The Inn at Bay Harbor

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Winter has finally arrived at Boyne Mountain and Boyne Highlands! We received over 5” of natural snow in the past 36 hours and forecasters are calling for lake effect snow to continue through the weekend.

Mother Nature has also lowered the temperatures so that our well rested snowmaking crews can put in some overtime. Between the two resorts, we fired up over 230 fan guns Thursday evening and have them doing what they do best. We are committed to making snow every hour that temperatures allow and will have lifts spinning very soon!

Check out the video update at www.BOYNE.com (upper right) and see details for current conditions and activities.

Final details like opening date are still be sorted out…

NEW this season at Boyne Highlands and Boyne Mountain!

Fly down the mountain and sail through the trees at speeds of up to 25 MPH during this exciting adventure.  Installation of the lines is still underway at both locations and opening dates will soon be posted.

Check out the ‘test ride’ videos on the BOYNE website and visit soon as updates will be added regularly.

• Zipline Adventure open at Boyne Highlands and Boyne Mountain resorts year-round and offered on Wednesdays, Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays during winter months
• Total duration of Adventure is approximately 2 hours
• Minimum weight for riders is 60 lbs. and minimum height is 3 feet
• Maximum weight for riders is 275 lbs.
• Up to 12 riders per zip session
• Liability waiver must be signed by all riders and parent/guardian signature is required for those under the age of 18
• All riders are required to wear a helmet;
  we provide or personal helmet can be worn
• Bring your camera for this thrill!

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Boyne Highlands & Boyne Mountain

Boyne Falls, Mich. (November 10, 2009) – With autumn behind us, the slopes will soon be open and BOYNE is pleased to announce new pricing for multi-day lift tickets offering substantial savings to guests of Boyne Mountain in Boyne Falls and Boyne Highlands of Harbor Springs. Two- and three-day lift ticket values have been rolled out for the 2009/10 winter season and can save a typical family of four an average of $66 on non-holiday weekend lift tickets.

Michigan’s two largest ski areas have the edge on value, each with 30% more terrain than any other ski area in the state – an astounding 845 acres combined – and interchangeable lift tickets. With reduced pricing on midweek and weekend multi-day lift tickets, the savings is even greater. Adults can take to the slopes with a two-day Saturday and Sunday lift ticket for only $99, a savings of $19; teens (13-18) and seniors (65-69) two-day weekend ticketsare $81, a savings of $15 and juniors (8-12) save $13 with a $71 weekend ticket. Midweek multi-day tickets can save enthusiasts even more, plus children ages 8 and under and seniors 70 and plus, ski and snowboard for free every day, all season.

Additionally, Saturday night lift ticket prices have been reduced. This season all night sessions, Wednesdays through Saturdays, are now just $28 for adults, $24 for teens and seniors and $20 for juniors for a full five hours on the slopes from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. Day tickets, 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. and noon to 9 p.m., during the 2009/10 season are available at the same rates as last season, no increases.

BOYNE is targeting Thanksgiving Day as the opening date for the slopes. Packages including hotel lodging, a full-day lift ticket, hot breakfast and tubing start at only $96 per person per night. For additional information, snow conditions, live web cams, event information, as well packages, please visit www.BOYNE.com or call 800.GO.BOYNE (462-6963).

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106 KHQ and Boyne Mountain are partnering to offer up the hottest deal of the winter every Thursday through mid-March. Special pricing on evening lift tickets (4pm - 9pm), equipment rental as well as food and drink specials in the Trophy Room. check it out,

KHQ DEALS!!!!

$10.06 evening lift tickets (4pm - 9pm all ages, 8 and under still are free)

$10.06 ski and snowboard equipment rentals (4pm - 9pm all ages)

$10.06 Large cheese pizza and a pitcher of Bud Light or soda in the Trophy Room, each additional item is only $1.06

KHQ’s Tim Nixon will be broadcasting live from Boyne Mountain on January 14th. As you probably know, when Tim’s around you can bet there is some FREE swag being given away, so stop by and say “Hi” to Tim and who knows, you might walk away with a new t’shirt or hat.

See you at Boyne Mountain!!!!

Lift tickets and equipment rentals must be purchased at Boyne Mountain “day of” from 4pm - 9pm in order to receive the promotional price. Not to be combined with any other coupon or offer.

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New Ziplines, Activities and Programs for BOYNE’s 2009-10 Season

Boyne Highlands

A zipline will open for the winter season at Boyne Highlands offering adventure seekers a new thrill as they soar along five sections through trees and open valleys. The total experience is approximately two hours and sections range from 200 to 500 feet each. The zipline is expected to open for the December holiday period; schedule to be announced.

Continuing Boyne Highlands’ growing list of adventure activities, resort guests and area visitors can enjoy horseback trail rides along glistening snow-covered trails this winter. Boyne Highlands’ equestrian program launched two summers ago with one- and two-hour rides and was expanded this year to include fall color scenic rides and the new winter trail rides. The resort offers more than 4,000 acres providing the ideal setting for riding on trails exclusive for those on horseback. The new winter trail rides are planned to be offered during holiday periods throughout the season.

A new terrain park near the intermediate Amy’s run will offer small to medium features bringing Boyne Highlands’ park total to four including a skier/boarder cross course, plus a halfpipe. Skiers and riders can find the most up-to-date park information at www.RideBoyne.com, a website relaunching mid-October with new features including Boyne Highlands and Boyne Mountain park conditions, events calendar, park staff bios and safety information.

Boyne Mountain

Boyne Mountain’s Terrain Park Manager, Kevin Murtagh, attended the 2009 Ski Area Management (SAM) Cutter’s Camp bringing home invaluable skills for planning, cutting and maintaining the best parks and pipes. Murtagh received the latest schooling in jump building; rail setting; progression park design; snow science; grooming technology; safety procedures and running successful park and pipe events. This season, skiers and riders can see Murtagh’s skills in action at Boyne Mountain’s four terrain parks featuring over 20 jibs, a superpipe and a halfpipe.

Construction is underway on a zipline installation at Boyne Mountain with an opening expected during the December holiday period. The route is planned to begin near the top of Hemlock and glides riders down the valley of Cold Springs.

The children’s SnowSports Learning Center at Boyne Mountain is being expanded to include more terrain, a kiddie carousel and new location for the kids Magic Carpet conveyor. The expanded area is conveniently located near Helga’s House, where the resort’s daycare operations and junior SnowSports Academy lessons are offered.

Boyne Mountain and Boyne Highlands have partnered with Burton to offer their exclusive “Learn To Ride” (LTR) program for juniors and adults, becoming the only Burton LTR centers in Michigan. The program provides beginner snowboarders with gear specifically designed to enhance their experience and employs proven teaching methods to make learning to snowboard easier and more enjoyable. The boards include a special bevel to help eliminate catching an edge, a soft torsional flex makes turning easier, convex contact points on the tip and tail make linking turns smoother and easy-to-use Burton Progression boots and bindings ensure comfort and a secure fit. The program is available through BOYNE’s SnowSports Academy.

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Save money. Ski and Ride the BOYNES

Every year Boyne Highlands and Boyne Mountain offer YOU the best slopes in Michigan, the best place to stay and of course the best rates! This year is no different and all season long you will find midweek pricing starting at just $96 per person per night and the same package on weekends from only $113!

Your lift and lodging package includes:

• Over night accommodations
• Breakfast
• Unlimited Lift Ticket - Good for BOTH Resorts
• Tubing

Don’t forget kids 8 years and under sleep, ski and eat breakfast free when staying with an adult and juniors 9-15 start at only $21.

And if you think the slopes are all BOYNE has to offer you need to check us out! New this year are Ziplines at each resort and of course the pools and hot tubs,horse drawn sleigh/wagon rides, dog sledding, snowshoeing, and tons more!

To reserve your package call 800.GO.BOYNE (462.6963) and speak with our friendly travel assistants or book online today.

Starting rates are per person per night based on double occupancy. Taxes and resort fees are additional. Blackout dates and restrictions apply. Please call ahead for tubing schedule as it varies based on resort, week and time of year. Age restrictions are applicable.

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Did you know The BOYNE’s have 70km of cross country trails?

Did you know our trail passes include a lift ride to access our upper trails?

Did you know that on weekends you can glide on evening trails at Boyne Highlands?

With all of your knowledge, why wouldn’t you take advantage of our Nordic Ski pacakges that start at only $80 per person during the week and $94 on the weekends. Your package includes over night lodging, a hearty breakfast to start your day and a nordic ski pass. Stay at Boyne Highlands or Boyne Mountain and experience 35km of groomed track set trails at each!

To reserve your package call 800.GO.BOYNE (462.6963).

Rates are per person per night based on double occupancy. Taxes and resort fees are additional. Restrictions may apply.

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