Category Archives: New Michigan

Snowshoeing High In The Midwest: Wisconsin, Minnesota, Michigan

Written by Jim Joque
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Timms Hill Tower- north central Wisconsin, snowshoeing in Midwest

I like looking down from high places. To do so is exhilarating, provides lovely views, and makes me feel like I am on top of the world….as long as it’s not too high. But no worries about snowshoeing too high … Continue reading →

Old Guys Surprise – Shoein’ in the Porkies

Written by Jim Joque
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While sitting on chairs around an old wooden table, a warm wood fire slowly burned in a stove, and a gas lantern lit up the small cabin room as two friends and I discussed our snowshoe hiking plans for the … Continue reading →

Snowshoeing is Proliferating at Alpine Ski Areas

Written by Roger Lohr, XCSkiResorts.com
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Not everyone who visits a ski resort wants to or is able to ski or snowboard, so resorts offer other activities. Among those options, guests can explore and enjoy the outdoors on snowshoes. These snowshoe outings at ski resorts range … Continue reading →

The Saga of Michigan’s Snowshoe Priest

Written by Rick Stedman
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For decades now, snowshoeing has received year-round publicity in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula, thanks to the efforts of Bishop Frederic Baraga a Catholic priest who Native Americans affectionately dubbed the Snowshoe Priest back in the 19th Century.

Bishop Baraga didn’t simply … Continue reading →

Top 10 Snowshoe Adventures for Families

Written by Lindsay MacNevin
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When you are looking for the perfect destination for a winter family getaway (that includes plenty of snowshoeing) there are so many options to consider. We have looked at hundreds of destinations and compiled a list of what we believe … Continue reading →