From Ski Resort Conditions to Snow-Clearing Updates, Here’s Your Winter Break Report
By Beth Milligan | Dec. 24, 2025
While warmer temperatures will likely make for a semi-green Christmas, snow is still front of mind for everyone from ski resort operators to local plow drivers. The Ticker has your guide to hitting the slopes over winter break, plus updates on plowing routes, shoveling rules, and more.
Ski Resorts
While Traverse City Parks and Recreation hoped to open Hickory Hills Ski Area on December 19, equipment delays have pushed back that launch.
“Snowmaking equipment at Hickory was down, and it took some time to obtain the components that are compatible with our system,” explains City Manager Benjamin Marentette. “The equipment was repaired and confirmed as fully operational Friday, December …
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