Meijer State Games of Michigan Announces Winter Schedule

The Olympics are upon us and so is the first inaugural Meijer State Games of Michigan Winter Games. The Winter Games will take place February 14-16, 2014 with Opening Ceremonies being held February 14 at Cannonsburg Ski & Ride Area (6800 Cannonsburg Rd NE, Belmont, Mich.) starting at 7 p.m. The Opening Ceremonies festivities will consist of a parade of athletes, torch light parade (featuring the ski patrol), fireworks, and a big air exhibition featuring professional skiers / snowboarders.

Athlete check-in will be from 4:00 - 6:45 p.m. The first 500 athletes to attend Opening Ceremonies will receive giveaways, commemorative credential, and local restaurant incentives. Merchandise will also be available for purchase. Opening Ceremonies is a free event to attend and a Cannonsburg buy one lift ticket – get one lift ticket free promotion will be happening February 14 for registered Winter Games participants.

“This is a perfect fit for Cannonsburg,” said Mark Moline, Marketing Director of Cannonsburg Ski and Ride Area. “We are constantly trying to provide a unique experience for winter sports and the Winter Games brings that element. Hosting the Opening Ceremonies as well should create an awesome family atmosphere for Valentine’s Day.”

The Meijer State Games of Michigan would not be possible without the help of our volunteers. Last year, over 900 volunteers helped make the Meijer State Games a success. Volunteer opportunities include assisting with Opening Ceremonies, operations, registration, meal delivery, as well as many more. To learn more or to volunteer, visit our volunteer page (www.stategamesofmichigan.com/volunteer).  

“The Winter Games is different from other winter sport tournaments and events. Athletes of all ages and abilities can compete and attend the Opening Ceremonies for an experience that is just like the real Olympic Winter Games. Athletes will be competing for a gold, silver, or bronze medal, adding to the Olympic experience,” said Eric Engelbarts, Executive Director of the Meijer State Games of Michigan

For a complete schedule of Opening Ceremonies, visit www.stategamesofmichigan.com/wintergamesOC

Schedule of events for Opening Ceremonies located at Cannonsburg Ski & Ride Area, 6800 Cannonsburg Rd NE, Belmont, MI 49306

Athlete Check-In (Check-In will be in the Bear Creek room at Cannonsburg): 4:00 – 6:45 p.m.

First 500 athletes to attend opening ceremonies will receive:

• Commemorative Credential
• Meijer Giveaway
• Metro Health Giveaway
• Local Restaurant Incentives

Opening Ceremonies: 7:00 – 8:00 p.m.
Featuring:

• Parade of athletes
• Torch Light Parade (featuring the ski patrol)
• Fireworks
• “Big Air” exhibition featuring professional skiers / snowboarders

Cannonsburg is running a buy one get lift ticket – get one lift ticket free promotion running all day February 14 for registered Winter Games participants.

Information on how to attend the Winter Games Opening Ceremonies is located at http://www.stategamesofmichigan.com/wintergamesOC

For more information about the Meijer State Games of Michigan or to register, please visit our website: www.stategamesofmichigan.com

The Meijer State Games of Michigan Winter Games sponsors include: Meijer, Subway, Metro Health, MyWay, Cannonsburg Ski & Ride Area, MC Sports, Alliance Beverage Distributing, Peppinos, Amor Sign Studios, The GR Shop, Sibsco, Mercantile Bank of Michigan, Heglund Sova Realty, Inc., Mark’s Photo & Video, and Blue Ice Photography

About the Meijer State Games of Michigan: Modeled after the Olympics, the Meijer State Games of Michigan welcomes athletes regardless of age or ability. The Games embody the values of participation, sportsmanship and healthy living among resident of Michigan. A signature event of the West Michigan Sports Commission, the Meijer State Games of Michigan is truly a grassroots organization that relies on the dedication of thousands of volunteers and the support of corporate partners. To register for the 2013 Meijer State Games of Michigan, please visit www.StateGamesofMichigan.com.

About the West Michigan Sports Commission: Established in 2007, the West Michigan Sports Commission has worked with more than 250 events that have brought over 300,000 people into the community and generated an economic impact of more than $100 million from visitor spending.