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Roadtrip Destination #6: Boyne, Michigan
November 10th, 2011 0 Comments
If you’re looking for an authentic winter wonderland getaway this Holiday season, look no further than Boyne, Michigan.
Boyne Mountain and Boyne Highlands resorts are located in the northeastern part of the state, about 60-75 miles northeast of Traverse City. It would be difficult to find another resort area in the eastern United States that boasts as many winter activities as Boyne.
Visitors have been enjoying Boyne Mountain and Boyne Highland ski slopes since 1947. Boyne Highlands and Boyne Mountain (located about 40 miles south of Boyne Highlands) offer 114 downhill runs for beginner and expert skier/snowboarders. Boyne even contracts a team of Austrian race experts to lead a ski school.
Check out these interactive trail maps:
If skiing and snowboarding is outside of your comfort zone, join your kids (ages 5 and up) for an exhilarating tube ride or ice-skating adventure. Boyne Highlands offers an ice rink on the pond in front of the Main Lodge, while Boyne Mountain’s ice rink is located behind the Clock Tower Lodge. Or hunker down for a dog sled ride with the Iditarod sled dogs at Boyne Highlands, and enjoy the resort’s scenic trails while learning about the illustrious dogs and experiencing their amazing kinship firsthand.
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Fail Friday: Winter Wonderland Revisited
February 25th, 2011 0 CommentsSince winter seems intent on staying around for a while – at least for us here in the upper Midwest – we bring you a second installment of wintertime fails. Have a great, safe weekend that’s free from any FAILS like these!
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Fail Friday: The Winter Wonderland Edition
December 10th, 2010 1 Comment
Caution: Winter Weather is Predicted
December 8th, 2009 2 CommentsBy Andy Bawden
VPSI’s Loss Prevention and Safety Manager
In many areas, winter weather presents challenges to drivers. The van driver, the vanpool group and the van must be prepared and ready to expect the unexpected.
Prepare the driver
A driver prepares by getting an early start each day. Adequate rest and proper nourishment may sound old fashioned, but they are still great preparation. A driver should watch or listen to the weather the evening before bed and in the morning before departing. Also know what the traffic report is for the commute.
If weather is too severe, have a plan to cancel the commute. Crashes, injuries and loss of life can be avoided by making the decision to NOT drive the van if conditions are dangerous. Read More
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