Four Seasons at Forbush:

Expanding Opportunities, Advancing the Legacy

We have been talking about expanding our snowmaking and adding mountain bike trails to our beloved property and now it is happening! We need to raise a total of $1,000,000. $600,000 is needed for the snowmaking expansion and $400,000 is needed for the bike trails. We are in the process of writing grants and asking for donations to attain our financial goal.

SNOWMAKING

We have broken ground on the snowmaking expansion and expect to have it up and running by mid-November. We currently have a matching grant of $400,000 and $50,000 in raised funds so far for the project. We are still short of our goal to fully pay for the snowmaking. To donate, you can use the Support Forbush button below to connect to the PayPal giving fund link or mail us a check at PO Box 118, Gaylord, MI 49734.

The snowmaking expansion will create 3.2 to 3.5 km of snowmaking. We have reconfigured Ridge to create an inner loop inside of the existing loop and we have flattened Linda’s Link to make it a loop for a flat beginner trail. This loop will also facilitate many different variations with the outer and inner snowmaking loop to create a more enjoyable skiing experience when the snowmaking loop is the only option for skiing.

MTB TRAILS

We have met with several trail builders, and they have all confirmed that we can easily fit 6 to 8 miles of flowy single track on our property. To begin the process, a commitment of $30,000 to the builder is needed to design the trails. Each mile of bike trail costs between $35,000 to $50,000 depending on soil composition, features and other factors. These forst 6-8 miles are only the beginning. We can also expand trails on our property and the DNR property west and north of us with the hope of creating a 20-mile plus system. If we get the funding, trail building can start in the spring.

BE A PART OF EXPANDING THE OPPORTUNITIES; ADVANCING THE LEGACY.

The newly minted campaign brochure is attached to more fully explain our vision along with more ways to donate. We are accepting a single gift or multi-year pledge (pledge form is also attached below) If you have any questions, please contact us at 989-889-2843

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Fall Work Weekend

We had a great work weekend and now we have the trails ready for the season! Saturday’s crew of Vickie P., Bill K., Mark R., Tim F., Carlton K., Alan H., Jim A., Mike and Ann attacked Roberts road, Townline, and Weary Legs. Sunday’s crew of Ann, Alan H., Tika, Teegan, and Steve C. worked on the southern end of the west trail. While Roxann B., Bob M. And Steve B., worked on Badlands and Rollercoaster. Tina C., Lujin, Carole M-B., Ernie B., and Karen G.worked on the snowshoe trails. Todd brush hogged the west side and Pines loop. Larry spent the weekend moving dirt out of the valley for the new beginner loop. The trails are in the best shape we’ve seen them in over 10 years! The only downside is that we only remembered to take one picture of the work crews!

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The Mission of Forbush Corner Nordic

Forbush Corner Nordic was established by Dave Forbush, on the family farm in the early 1980’s. Today it is a non-profit country ski / snowshoe center with ski trails that are providing residents and visitors of mid Michigan with a world class Nordic skiing experience. The Mission Statement of Forbush Corner Nordic is 'To promote social welfare through the enjoyment and appreciation of the natural environment and promotion of activities that emphasize healthy, family-oriented winter outdoor sporting activities.''

Thanks to a dedicated board of directors, generous contributors, and many volunteers, this mission is a reality at Forbush Corner Nordic. Through donations, proceeds from minimal trail fees, and income generated from the ski shop and ski school, this mission is being realized. During the 2023-2024 ski season, the center operated with income and expenses of approximately $250,000. (End of year report)

We are approaching our goal for the Snowmaking Portion of the Capital Fundraising Drive. A special thanks to all of the donors listed below.

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2024-25 Sponsors

Gold

Frank Nizio Linda Allen
Anonymous 
Carole Braumbaugh-Mueller/
Ernie Braumbaugh
Forbush Corner Nordic 
Northbound Outfitters 
Bill Haefner
Paddle Hard Brewing

Silver

Mary McKinley
Tom & Ivy Schwartz
Chris Fraser Bill Halter
Gwenn Stevenson
Martha & Alexis Avery
John Kruger
Chris Dandeneau
Keith & Mary Frame

Bronze

Jim Anderson
Bryce/Paula Dreeszen
Kjell Svensson Susan Haadsma
Jim & Sally Pryor
Eric Scholz
Glenn Goodman
Goble Giving Fund 
Vickie Putnam
Allen Sorgenfrei

Sponsor

Gwenn Stevenson
Martha & Alexis Avery
John Kruger
William  Kaltz
Chad Beckett
Randall  Smith

Friend

Joe Malecki
Ken Rapport
Brian & Julie Olson
Ann McBride
Linda & Gary Kaleita 
Margo Pickl
Douglas Dusseau
Thomas Ramler 
William Kircher
Marian Sutter
Tony Percha 
Elizabeth  Loesch 
Andy  Moore
Paul Kellerman
Gretchen Dorian
Gussie Peterson
Hagen Zein
Steve Westphal 
Bob Triebold
Kazie Satoh
GMS Ski Club 
Robin Luce
Robert & Julie Pettibone
Jay Fozgoua
Adrian Gillssen
Doug Cornell
Leslie Maclin
Mark Stormzand
Tracey Hardin-Gravlin/
John Gravlin