A fun day trip only three hours from Chicago. Chicago has many great sights to see, cultural stops and regional delights. When you have had your fill of the Sears Tower and the Windy City, take a day trip to and ski/snowboard Devil’s Head Resort in Merrimac Wisconsin.
Day Ski/Snowboard at Devil’s Head Resort
Just three hours away from Chicago is some of the finest skiing and snowboarding in the area. Devil’s Head Resort is located in Merrimac, Wisconsin. The resort offers 30 trails for skiers and snowboards with 12 ski lifts serving the slopes to minimize wait times. The 500 foot vertical runs are for beginners, intermediate and expert ratings. Devil’s Head sits on one of the tallest mountains in the state of Wisconsin. On the website they have a “live” snow cam so you can make arrangements for loved ones at home to rendezvous with you on the slopes as they sit in their easy chairs at home. They also have a snow report that can be accessed at any time to check conditions on the slopes.
What’s included
Round-trip transportation to Devil’s Head Resort on a luxury coach bus equipped with a bathroom, reclining seats and Tour Guides. Day lift tickets, lunch and hot chocolate at the resort are all included in the price.
Cost and Itinerary
Cannonball Productions offers the best deal for only $95.00 per person and $20 for equipment rentals. The tour starts with a 6:45AM check-in at 600 N. Clark Street. The tour leaves promptly at 7:00AM and arrives at Devil’s Head Resort at 10:00AM. The tours depart the resort at 4:00PM and arrive back at 600 N. Clark Street 7:00 PM just in time for a late dinner.
The Small Print
Age is strictly 21+. Tickets are only refundable the first 24 hrs but can easily be transferred to anyone else. Bathrooms are available on the bus and other specific destination points en route. Maximum of 54 tickets will be sold for each tour and there will be a minimum of 35 people needed for the event to take place. If the minimum is not met, all parties will be refunded. All guests must sign a waiver before tour embarks.
How to Purchase
Buy tickets at Cannonball Productions for 2015. The trip is sold out for 2014. You can always rent a car and go up to Devil’s Head Resort in Merrimac Wisconsin to ski. Check the link for lift ticket and ski rental equipment.
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