Nordic Walking [12.16.04]
You'll be seeing more folks walking around with ski poles in the coming months. The Traverse City Record-Eagle reports that they may not be lost skiers, but rather practicing Nordic or "ski walking", which reportedly burns 40% more calories than normal walking. Record-Eagle story.
Sugar Loaf's Future [12.17.04]
The Leelanau Enterprise is reporting that Kate Wickstrom has invited you to share your ideas for Sugar Loaf's future with her in our Leelanau Forum. Numerous folks have responded and contacted her about Sugar Loaf's future. Read the story & visit the Forum.
Warming Could Affect Region's Wildlife [12.20.04]
The Traverse City Record-Eagle reports that a report by The Wildlife Society suggests that warming temperatures could have a significant impact on wildlife in the upper Great Lakes region. The report says the Great Lakes region could lose 50 percent of its existing species of neotropical migrant birds within a century as well as other species. Read the Record-Eagle story.
Omena Holiday Serenade [12.21.04]
The Omena Historical Society's "Omena Holiday Serenade" concert takes place next Wednesday (Dec 29) at 7 PM at the Omena Presbyterian Church. The proceeds will be used for the restoration of the Putnam-Cloud "Tower" House, future home of the Omena Historical Society. The concert features talented musicians from the Leelanau and Traverse area. Tickets are $12 and may be ordered at PO Box 256, Omena, MI 49674.
White Christmas ... Guaranteed [12.22.04]
The Traverse City Record-Eagle has a story confirming what everyone around here knows: winter is here in force and Christmas will be white. It also gives reactions from various folks in the community. Read the story.
The Week's Weather Was...
... cloudy, wet snow & 30s [12.16.04]
... mostly cloudy & 30s [12.17.04]
... snow & 20s (Sat) / snow & single digits (Sun) [12.18.04 &
12.19.04]
... snow & teens [12.20.04]
... heavy snow & low 30s [12.21.04]
... snow & 20s [12.22.04]
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