Friday January 8th
Kidski is still being worked out. Hope to start Sunday, January 18th. Check the website for updates!
Kidski is still being worked out. Hope to start Sunday, January 18th. Check the website for updates!
Some Jerk has broken into a car in the lower parking lot and was scared away while attempting to rob another. Do not leave valuables in your car, lock your car, and park in the upper lots at night. The suspect vehicle is a grey SUV with last three plate numbers 541. Stay alert!
Due to the Covid-based closure of the chalet, we are not able to rent ski equipment at this time. We update trail status whenever we groom and when conditions change between groomings. The most timely info is posted in the following order: 1. Chalet Phone Message: 218-726-1550 2. Instagram: @snowflakeduluth 3. Skinnyski.com (NE MN) With…
I apologize for the delay in getting KidSki 2021 organized and sign-ups available. The Governor’s orders regarding Covid / Public Health protocols of 18 November pushed my timeline to “down the road”, and we have been awaiting the policy update of this week. To illuminate how this affects KidSki, consider that building closures or occupancy…
Skiers participating in the 2021 Birkie, Kortie, and Prince Haakon events are aware that the Birkebeiner organization is allowing (perhaps encouraging?) participants to complete the events “Virtually” this year. DNSC/Snowflake would like to host your “Virtual Birkie,” and we are in the early stages of planning how to do it. At this point, we would…
Due to the forecast warmup with highs in the 40’s, Snowflake will be Closed to all activity beginning at Noon on Wednesday 11/18/20. No skiing, Snowshoeing, walking, or dogs. We plan to reopen on Saturday morning.
WILL THERE BE A 2020/21 SKI SEASON? Absolutely, Yes! We have been maintaining and improving the trails since June, and will complete the last milestones in pre-season preparation by the end of October. Gotta be ready for a Halloween snowstorm! After that, we wait for Mother Nature’s gift, though I’d prefer she not send 21…
Snowflake has been asked to host the Proctor HS Ski Race on Tuesday, Dec 10th. Our trails will be closed for race prep at 6 pm on Monday, and closed for the race on Tuesday until 5 pm.
Snowflake is very thankful for last year’s long season, and for the forecast winter to come. Special thanks to some folks, businesses, and organizations that keep us going: Jim Wood, Chief of Trails and my sidekick for any and all work; Randy Baumgardner, who keeps our driveway and parking lots plowed; Tischer Creek Duluth/Edison Schools…
A reminder that “Early Bird” Discount Pricing for 2019/20 Season Passes will end on Saturday, November 30th! Take advantage of this juicy savings by getting your application and payment in the mail by Saturday: Envelopes postmarked by Saturday will be fine. Envelopes may also be dropped through the slot in the Camping Registration box, at…