The Midwest Turn Journal

Skiing in the heartland really puts the “mid” in Midwest, but there are hidden gems out here that deliver real turns, quiet chairs, and surprise powder days. This is your guide to the best skiing between the coasts.

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Ski Brule: Finding Gold among Iron

150 acres of skiable terrain, a day pass under $75, and the kind of on-mountain charm you'd expect from resorts twice the price. Oh, and pygmy goats. There are pygmy goats.

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Dog Days of Winter

What is an avid skier supposed to do after an injury? There are so many things you can do off the slopes to get you back on them during recovery!

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Opening Day at Mount Bohemia

Opening day at Mount Bohemia is full of surprises. Here are three practical ways to prevent a ski injury and make the most of your season.

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Opening Day at Indianhead

I never thought I would be saying Snowriver is my home resort for the season but here we are on opening day!

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Preseason Turns at Trollhaugen

For many Midwest skiers and snowboarders, Trollhaugen is the place to get early-season turns, and it’s where I officially launched my 25–26 ski season.

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First Tracks: What’s in this Blog

At 23, I discovered skiing and never looked back. From learning on the slopes of Buck Hill to chasing lake-effect powder in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula, this blog is my journey skiing, exploring, and sharing the Midwest winter life with anyone who’s curious.

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