Winter is coming, so let's start planning! The seventh annual Midwest Meet will be held January 22 - 24 at the one of a kind Mount Bohemia, MI (in the Upper Peninsula).
Bohemia is known for epic snow fall and untouched powder. Like 351 inches in a season.
Check how much fun we had last year
Mount Bohemia's Website: http://mtbohemia.com/
"Mount Bohemia has the longest runs with the highest vertical and deepest powder in the Midwest. Bohemia is all-natural, and has no problem without snow guns. The average snowfall in the Keweenaw is 273 inches. The lake effect snow is dry similar to western resorts and accumulates as powder which is untouched because we do not groom. Bohemia's two new sections; the Outer limits has 100+ acres of inbounds backcountry skiing with 17 new runs even longer and trickier than before."
When?
You know the drill! Same weekend we know and love. January 22 - 24 (riding Friday - Sunday).
Lodging
In the past we have stayed at the cabins and yurts at the base of the mountain. This year we're going to stay in Calumet (about 30 minutes away). We'll have more amenities in Calumet and should get much better rest (less noise, more comfy beds).
Here are the options we've reserved for this year:
American Inn, Calumet
We have 4 rooms at the American Inn in Calumet reserved.
- Room 1 is for Thursday - Sunday for folks arriving Thursday evening and riding first thing Friday AM.
- Room 2 & 3 are for Friday - Sunday for folks arriving Friday.
Post up if you'd like to reserve a spot in one of these rooms.
Ahmeek Street Car Station, just outside Calumet
Jake & John have reserved the Ahmeek Street Car Station. They have room for 2 more. Check out post #41 in this thread for more info.
Lift Tickets
Every year Bohemia has a $99 season pass sale on the first Saturday in December. Most of us take advantage of this, which works out to be a great deal for riding three days. Several of us have also made a second trip back later in the season. Another option is to purchase lift tickets each day for around $50. If you decide to buy lift tickets on site each day, keep in mind that Bohemia has a credit/debit card only policy (no cash).
Schedule
Thursday Evening
- Early arrivals (people who want to ride right away Friday AM)
Friday
- Arrive at Bohemia
- Ride
- Head back to Calumet (30 minute drive)
- Dinner in Calumet
Saturday
- Drive to Bohemia
- Ride all day
- Clean up and change in Calumet
- Dinner in Houghton
- Back to Calumet
Sunday
- Pack up, check out of hotel
- Ride all day
- Depart after riding
Carpools
Minneapolis, MN area: Courtney - Driving from Minneapolis. Room for 3 people, can pick up from Minneapolis airport (MSP).
Carpoolees: Brick
Arriving Thursday night.
Green Bay, WI area: Andrew - Driving from Green Bay area.
Carpoolees: Tim
Arriving at Bohemia Friday, January 22 around noon.
Detroit, MI area: Sam - Driving from Detroit area, room for up to 2.
Carpoolees: Ben
Who else is driving? Let us know and I'll add you here!
Feel free to contact Courtney or adeehr directly for more information.
Who's coming?
We'd like to get a list going of "definitelys" and "maybes". Please post and let us know where you belong and we'll add you to the list. Bonus points for making the definitely list before December... but only if you definitely show up!
Definitely!
Courtney - American Inn Room 1 (Thursday - Sunday)
Brick (ElkCloner) - American Inn Room 1 (Thursday - Sunday)
Andrew (adeehr) - American Inn Room 2 (Friday - Sunday)
Tim (Crazyboy-1) - American Inn Room 2 (Friday - Sunday)
Sam (MoltenCore) - American Inn Room 3 (Friday - Sunday)
Ben (benscsnyder) - American Inn Room 3 (Friday - Sunday)
Jake (jake.newhouse) - Street Car (Friday - Sunday)
John (Bikeplatt) - Street Car (Friday - Sunday)
Old Tyler
Young Jack (jackschmid)
Nick (Schmulbach) - Local
George (g.dub) - Local
Maybe?
Keith (solaceiam)
Nick (ZwingZ)
If you're hoping to make it let us know and we'll put you on the list!
While you contemplate, check out the great times we've had over the years: Midwest Meet Playlist
Frequently Asked Questions:
Q: Bohemia's website says "experts only" - should I consider coming?
A: Yes! As long as you're comfortable riding in trees and quickly turning both directions, you'll be fine at Mount Bohemia. The mountain is 100% natural, so some experience in powder riding / variable conditions is a plus, but not required. Regardless of your riding level, no one will be left behind.
Q: Do I need to wear a helmet?
A: A helmet is highly recommended. Riding in trees makes for variable conditions and we don't want anyone to sustain any serious injuries.
Q: What should I bring?
A: Great question! Here's a helpful list.
Things you need to bring to Bohemia (or you’re gonna have a bad time)
General:
- A credit / debit card (cash is not accepted at Bohemia)
- Printed confirmation of buying your season pass (just in case you're not on their list, because that happens)
- An ID to prove who you are
- Printed directions to get to Bohemia (your GPS is probably going to bring you someplace other than Mount Bohemia)
- Health insurance cards (not a bad idea to carry these on you while riding, just in case)
Riding:
- Skiboards (bring an extra set if possible)
- Bindings
- Boots
- Leashes
- Helmet (we don’t want you to die)
- Goggles
- Jacket
- Snow pants
- Layers (the more the better)
- Gloves / mittens
- Ski socks
- Something to cover your face
Things you might want to bring to Bohemia (but probably wouldn’t die without)
- Hand warmers / foot warmers if you get cold when it's cold (sometimes these are hard to find in Houghton, depending on how cold it has been)
- Camera, GoPro, etc
- Chargers for your devices
- Food, beverages, snacks (Bohemia's food isn't great or cheap)
- Extra outerwear in case you get really wet or something
- Wax, iron, etc (I'll bring mine, usually a few other people do too)
- A backpack to carry stuff on the hill (if you're into that)
Pro Tips:
- Don't go in the ditch (you're going to be in the middle of nowhere)
- Don't lose your wallet or car keys (this has happened)
- Wax your boards before the trip
- While cellphone coverage has been improving in the area, signals tend to not be great, so be prepared for that
- If you'd like a copy of footage shot from various cameras, bring an external hard drive (ideally something Mac or FAT32 formatted)
- The wifi at Bohemia sucks at best
Bohemia is known for epic snow fall and untouched powder. Like 351 inches in a season.
Check how much fun we had last year
Mount Bohemia's Website: http://mtbohemia.com/
"Mount Bohemia has the longest runs with the highest vertical and deepest powder in the Midwest. Bohemia is all-natural, and has no problem without snow guns. The average snowfall in the Keweenaw is 273 inches. The lake effect snow is dry similar to western resorts and accumulates as powder which is untouched because we do not groom. Bohemia's two new sections; the Outer limits has 100+ acres of inbounds backcountry skiing with 17 new runs even longer and trickier than before."
When?
You know the drill! Same weekend we know and love. January 22 - 24 (riding Friday - Sunday).
Lodging
In the past we have stayed at the cabins and yurts at the base of the mountain. This year we're going to stay in Calumet (about 30 minutes away). We'll have more amenities in Calumet and should get much better rest (less noise, more comfy beds).
Here are the options we've reserved for this year:
American Inn, Calumet
We have 4 rooms at the American Inn in Calumet reserved.
- Room 1 is for Thursday - Sunday for folks arriving Thursday evening and riding first thing Friday AM.
- Room 2 & 3 are for Friday - Sunday for folks arriving Friday.
Post up if you'd like to reserve a spot in one of these rooms.
Ahmeek Street Car Station, just outside Calumet
Jake & John have reserved the Ahmeek Street Car Station. They have room for 2 more. Check out post #41 in this thread for more info.
Lift Tickets
Every year Bohemia has a $99 season pass sale on the first Saturday in December. Most of us take advantage of this, which works out to be a great deal for riding three days. Several of us have also made a second trip back later in the season. Another option is to purchase lift tickets each day for around $50. If you decide to buy lift tickets on site each day, keep in mind that Bohemia has a credit/debit card only policy (no cash).
Schedule
Thursday Evening
- Early arrivals (people who want to ride right away Friday AM)
Friday
- Arrive at Bohemia
- Ride
- Head back to Calumet (30 minute drive)
- Dinner in Calumet
Saturday
- Drive to Bohemia
- Ride all day
- Clean up and change in Calumet
- Dinner in Houghton
- Back to Calumet
Sunday
- Pack up, check out of hotel
- Ride all day
- Depart after riding
Carpools
Minneapolis, MN area: Courtney - Driving from Minneapolis. Room for 3 people, can pick up from Minneapolis airport (MSP).
Carpoolees: Brick
Arriving Thursday night.
Green Bay, WI area: Andrew - Driving from Green Bay area.
Carpoolees: Tim
Arriving at Bohemia Friday, January 22 around noon.
Detroit, MI area: Sam - Driving from Detroit area, room for up to 2.
Carpoolees: Ben
Who else is driving? Let us know and I'll add you here!
Feel free to contact Courtney or adeehr directly for more information.
Who's coming?
We'd like to get a list going of "definitelys" and "maybes". Please post and let us know where you belong and we'll add you to the list. Bonus points for making the definitely list before December... but only if you definitely show up!
Definitely!
Courtney - American Inn Room 1 (Thursday - Sunday)
Brick (ElkCloner) - American Inn Room 1 (Thursday - Sunday)
Andrew (adeehr) - American Inn Room 2 (Friday - Sunday)
Tim (Crazyboy-1) - American Inn Room 2 (Friday - Sunday)
Sam (MoltenCore) - American Inn Room 3 (Friday - Sunday)
Ben (benscsnyder) - American Inn Room 3 (Friday - Sunday)
Jake (jake.newhouse) - Street Car (Friday - Sunday)
John (Bikeplatt) - Street Car (Friday - Sunday)
Old Tyler
Young Jack (jackschmid)
Nick (Schmulbach) - Local
George (g.dub) - Local
Maybe?
Keith (solaceiam)
Nick (ZwingZ)
If you're hoping to make it let us know and we'll put you on the list!
While you contemplate, check out the great times we've had over the years: Midwest Meet Playlist
Frequently Asked Questions:
Q: Bohemia's website says "experts only" - should I consider coming?
A: Yes! As long as you're comfortable riding in trees and quickly turning both directions, you'll be fine at Mount Bohemia. The mountain is 100% natural, so some experience in powder riding / variable conditions is a plus, but not required. Regardless of your riding level, no one will be left behind.
Q: Do I need to wear a helmet?
A: A helmet is highly recommended. Riding in trees makes for variable conditions and we don't want anyone to sustain any serious injuries.
Q: What should I bring?
A: Great question! Here's a helpful list.
Things you need to bring to Bohemia (or you’re gonna have a bad time)
General:
- A credit / debit card (cash is not accepted at Bohemia)
- Printed confirmation of buying your season pass (just in case you're not on their list, because that happens)
- An ID to prove who you are
- Printed directions to get to Bohemia (your GPS is probably going to bring you someplace other than Mount Bohemia)
- Health insurance cards (not a bad idea to carry these on you while riding, just in case)
Riding:
- Skiboards (bring an extra set if possible)
- Bindings
- Boots
- Leashes
- Helmet (we don’t want you to die)
- Goggles
- Jacket
- Snow pants
- Layers (the more the better)
- Gloves / mittens
- Ski socks
- Something to cover your face
Things you might want to bring to Bohemia (but probably wouldn’t die without)
- Hand warmers / foot warmers if you get cold when it's cold (sometimes these are hard to find in Houghton, depending on how cold it has been)
- Camera, GoPro, etc
- Chargers for your devices
- Food, beverages, snacks (Bohemia's food isn't great or cheap)
- Extra outerwear in case you get really wet or something
- Wax, iron, etc (I'll bring mine, usually a few other people do too)
- A backpack to carry stuff on the hill (if you're into that)
Pro Tips:
- Don't go in the ditch (you're going to be in the middle of nowhere)
- Don't lose your wallet or car keys (this has happened)
- Wax your boards before the trip
- While cellphone coverage has been improving in the area, signals tend to not be great, so be prepared for that
- If you'd like a copy of footage shot from various cameras, bring an external hard drive (ideally something Mac or FAT32 formatted)
- The wifi at Bohemia sucks at best
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