snowmobile race

Warm waters in the Pacific Ocean have countered what would normally be frigid temperatures in northern Michigan at this time of year.

The race takes place on a one-mile track of ice, so snow isn't critical. But even though the race doesn’t need a lot of snow, the region’s trails do.

The snowmobile racing season is here. One race in the Empire pays homage to Roy Taghon, a northern Michigan man who inspired the next generation's love for snowmobiling.