Traverse City Events and Classes Backcountry North frequently sponsors, organizes or supports local outdoor industry activities, seminars, and symposiums. In addition, there are number of sales that go on throughout the year, so be sure to stay updated on these upcoming events!

Sandy Graham and the Dunes of Doom 8:00 pm Saturday, February 11, 2012 Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore   Celebrate National Winter Trails Day with us as Sandy Graham leads us on an after-dark trek through the Sleeping Bear Dunes. This is one of our favorite - and most challenging - snowshoe hikes in the area. We will meet at a designated location at 7:30 pm (signed-up participants will be notified where), then drive to the Pyramid Point trailhead. It will be a few days after the full moon, so with a clear night, we should get some spectacular views. This is a strenuous hike down and back up the dunes and through the forest ridge, so come prepared! This area is part of the Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore, so you will need to obtain a vehicle permit or pay the daily entrance fee before you arrive. There is no additional cost for this event, unless you need to rent snowshoes, which cost $10 for the evening and must be reserved in advance. We have only 10 pair available for rentals, so be sure to call early! Please call either location to sign up! US-31 Location, Traverse City: 231-941-1100 Downtown Location, Traverse City: 231-946-1339

Zipfy Mini Luge Meet 7:00 pm Wednesday, February 1, 2012 Grand Traverse Commons A favorite staff event that is such a hit, we decided to invite you! Come experience your Zipfy Mini Luge on Backcountry North's favorite course in the Grand Traverse Commons (in the parking lot right after the Greenspire School along Red Drive). You must dress appropriately, bring your own Zipfy, and we also suggest a headlamp. Afterwards, come join us at Stella's Bar where the staff members and friends usually meet for pizza and beer. If you have any questions or would like to purchase a Zipfy, please feel free to stop in at either Traverse City Store location!