With Dave’s help, he began revamping his ski equipment and improving his technique. He spent every weekend at the Corner, usually staying in “the bunks.” This was the beginning of a partnership to develop and improve the ski trails and facilities. Howard assisted in trail maintenance and supported Dave through many years of growth.

In 1994, Dave and Howard collaborated on a coaching trip to New Zealand where they coached the junior New Zealand team and participated in the “Kangaroo Hoppet.” Their friendship remained close through many years of Forbush Corner’s expansion.

After Dave's passing in 2014, five partners were named to carry on and sustain Forbush Corner. Howard served as project manager for the development of the snowmaking loop. Now retired as a senior engineer from Granger Construction, he lives with his wife Gail in DeWitt and spends time at their home near Pancake on the trails.

His friendship with Dave grew over the years, as did his passion to contribute year-round at Forbush Corner. Dave taught Todd how to operate the grooming equipment in the winter and how to use the Deutz tractor in the off-season to maintain and build trails.

Todd is an engineer with General Motors, currently living with his wife, Lujin, in Farmington and working at the GM Proving Ground in Milford.

During the ski season, Todd enjoys snowmaking and spending early morning hours grooming the ski trails. In the off-season, Todd can be seen spending time on the tractor cutting grass, brush hogging, and clearing leaves off the trails.

Dave enlisted Ann into trail work first, cleaning up after storms or preparing trails in the summer. Later, she assisted in setting up shop inventory and learning daily shop operations, ultimately spending Dave’s last summer helping manage his beloved Forbush Corner.

Ann was a special education teacher for 30 years, has grown twin sons, and is married to Michael Bourassa. Her primary duties include accounting, shop management, off-season trail work, and general correspondence.

Her favorite activities are seeing happy faces come through the doors, doing off-season trail maintenance, and snowmaking.

A certified PistenBully mechanic, Larry’s knowledge of machinery and mechanical systems provides an invaluable service to Forbush Corner Nordic. He also leads snowmaking efforts and manages heavy equipment operations like stumping and trail smoothing.

When not grooming or repairing equipment, Larry enjoys cross-country skiing, fishing, and golfing. His wife, Tina, is also a volunteer who maintains the snowshoe trails.

Over a decade ago, Alan became active in the Michigan skiing community through Michigan Cup events. He earned his coaching certification through CXC and transitioned to PSIA to teach ski instruction.

Joined by his wife Heather, Alan began teaching at Forbush Corner Nordic at the invitation of Carole Mueller-Brumbaugh. His background in education, coaching, and outdoor leadership supports numerous operational and educational efforts at Forbush.

Mike worked for 38 years at Consumers Energy across nuclear and natural gas divisions. After retiring, he began volunteering at Forbush Nordic in 2015.

In the off-season, Mike builds trails, maintains buildings, and mows grass. During the winter, he can be found assisting in the shop, grooming, and skiing.

After retiring as a Business College instructor at Aquinas College, Carole restarted the Ski School at Forbush Corner Nordic into a certified PSIA school. She specializes in adapting techniques for adults, seniors, and skiers recovering from joint replacements so everyone can safely enjoy time on the snow.

Ginnis volunteers in the shop most weekends during the winter. Passionate about outdoor activity, Ginnis enjoys ensuring all visitors have an exceptional experience on the trails, and spends off-seasons biking, hiking, backpacking, and kayaking.