The Michigan Ice Fest Guides geared up this weekend in search of climbable ice and while conditions are not what we would like, there has been some improvement….and climbable ice! Seeps are beginning to touch down but are thin (10cm and 13cm screws at best), true waterfalls are still a ways off.

The Grotto 12-20-29

 

 

Sweet Mother Moses 12-19-20

 

Have plans to come up for some holiday climbing?  Be sure to check our website of social media channels for the latest ice conditions reports. If your group need to rent gear Down Wind Sports in Munising offers Ice Gear rentals and are open 7 days a week.  Check out the rental details here

Looks like this weeks weather forecast is promising for making ice and getting some snow on the ground.

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