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2012-2013 Lodging
While you're here, take off your ski boots and stay awhile. Bittersweet Ski Area lists these lodging options as a convenience to our visitors, but does not endorse or recommend them. Please check out each facility thoroughly to be certain that it has the quality and amenities that you require. Thank you.
Allegan:
Bay Pointe Inn Lakefront Resort
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30 minutes to Bittersweet.		Bay Pointe Inn Lakefront Resort
Family Friendly. Weekdays: Rooms from $69, Suites from $99. Indoor Pool & Hot Tub. Whirlpool/Fireplace Suites. Discounted Lift Tickets. Deluxe Continental Breakfast Daily. Nearby Gun Lake Casino. Ski Clubs Welcome.
Budget Host Sunset Motel and Suites
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10-14 minutes to Bittersweet.		Budget Host Sunset Motel and Suites
Special Promotions for Skiers!
Our Amenities Include:
Indoor Heated Pool, Steam Room, Exercise Room, Guest Laundry, 24-Hour Coffee,In-Room refrigerator and microwaves, In-Room, Flat Screen, TV/DVD Combo
Castle in the Country Bed and Breakfast Inn
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20 minutes to Bittersweet.		Castle in the Country Bed and Breakfast Inn
Experience bliss and the royal treatment! Ten rooms/suites with whirlpool tubs and fireplaces, full breakfast, cable TV/DVD, free WiFi, spa. Use of snowshoes for walking through our wooded estate included in the room rate.
Comfort Inn
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10 minutes to Bittersweet.		Comfort Inn
Kalamazoo:
Red Roof Inn
Kalamazoo West
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19 minutes to Bittersweet.		Red Roof Inn<br>Kalamazoo West
This 100% Non-Smoking Red Roof Inn offers free WiFI, clock radio, free voicemail, free local calls and free long distance in the Continental US in all guestrooms. In-room safe available for a nominal fee. Superior King Rooms also offer a microwave and refrigerator, as well as in-room coffee. . This location offers access to a fitness center nearby for a nominal fee. Free coffee and tea available in the lobby. One well-behaved family pet per room is welcome.
 
Lodging Owners: Call (269) 375-0464 to request a listing for your business.
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Snowline: (269)-694-2032, ext. 23 | Business Office: (269) 694-2820 | Address: 600 River Road, Otsego MI 49078




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School Ski/Snowboard Club Information

Members must be at least 7 years of age.
Members may not be over 18 years of age unless they're still in high school.
Two lessons are included. All students must be evaluated by Ski School Instructors.

Your card is valid after 3pm on Saturdays, Sundays,
Weekdays from 10am-10pm, and after 3PM on Holidays.

Holidays include:
  • Christmas break (December 25, 2012 through December 25, 2012)
  • Martin Luther King Jr. Day (January 21, 2013)
  • Presidents Day (February 18, 2013)


Your card may not be used by anyone but yourself.
Please report lost or stolen cards to Bittersweet's office.
Card may be replaced for $14.
Management may revoke your pass at any time, without refund, for conduct considered inappropriate.

Student Club Rates:

Ski/Snowboard Club Card$15.00
Lift Ticket$15.00
Ski Rental$15.00
Snowboard Rental$15.00
Replacement card$15.00

Download Bittersweet Student Ski Club Rules here:

  1. All Ski Club documents in One zip file

  2. Individual forms and documents:

  3. 2012-2013 Adult & Student Ski Club Rules (required)
  4. 2012-2013 Adult Ski Club applicatiion form (required)
  5. 2012-2013 Adult Student Info Sheet (required)
  6. 2012-2013 Student Ski Club Rules
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Adult Ski/Snowboard Club Information

Available to anyone age 18 or older, not still in high school.

Your card is valid after 3pm on Saturdays, Sundays,
Weekdays from 10am-10pm, and after 3PM on Holidays.

Holidays include:
  • Christmas break (December 25, 2012 through December 25, 2012)
  • Martin Luther King Jr. Day (January 21, 2013)
  • Presidents Day (February 18, 2013)


Your card may not be used by anyone but yourself.
Please report lost or stolen cards to Bittersweet's office.
Card may be replaced for $14.
Management may revoke your pass at any time, without refund, for conduct considered inappropriate.

Adult Club Rates:

Ski/Snowboard Club Card $14.00
Lift Ticket $19.00
Ski Rental $17.00
Snowboard Rental $17.00
Replacement card $14.00

  1. Download Bittersweet Adult Ski Club Rules here:

  2. 2012-2013 Adult & Student Ski Club Rules
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Tuesday, May 21, 2013 Base:    New Snow: 0   Man-made snow(Last 24 hrs.): 0  
We have closed for the season. Thank you to everyone who came out to ski/ride with us this season! Have a great summer and remember to check back in late August for season pass information for the 2013-2014 season. THANKS FOR CHOOSING BITTERSWEET!!!
Bittersweet Snowline: (269)-694-2032, ext. 23  Office:(269) 694-2820   600 River Road Otsego MI 49078
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Gift cards are available year-round for any amount.

Please call our office at 269-694-2820 to order your gift cards or stop in during business hours.

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2012-2013 Bittersweet Rental Ski Equipment

Bittersweet rental ski packages include Rossignol skis in sizes 80cm - 180cm,
Nordica boots available in sizes child 10 - adult 16, and poles.

Your Bittersweet tech will help you with sizing and adjusting of your skis and boots.

Helmets are available in small, medium and large, for only $10
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2012-2013 Bittersweet Snowboard Rental
Bittersweet snowboard rental packages include Rossignol boards in sizes 100cm - 165cm and

Rossignol boots available in sizes 1 - 15.

Helmets are available in small, medium and large, for only $10
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2012-2013 Bittersweet Helmet Rental

Helmets are available in small, medium and large, for only $10