Ah, no need to go out of state if you want to hit the slopes. Stay here in Michigan. With lower gas prices and the expected cold and snowy winter, Michigan ski resorts are gearing up for one hot (but still cold) season, which will greatly add to the state's tourism industry.
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The state's 32 ski areas and resorts are a huge bargain for Midwest skiers compared to trips to Aspen or Vail.
Last year, many of Michigan's ski resorts stayed open from December to March without a major winter thaw, boosting ski resort business by 15%, according to the Michigan Snowsports Industries Association (MSIA). Resorts in both northern and lower Michigan got about 75-80 inches of snow, while Marquette got more than 200 inches.
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