Welcome to  the U.P.!

Are you new to our lake? Have you had any changes to your contact information?  LMPO needs to have the correct information.
 (Select Around Town at top * Click on Contact Form * Fill it out and SUBMIT)


What do you see from your area?
(you can either post pictures on the LMPO FB page or send them directly to [email protected])
​Let's see how many people join us!
Several of you have added to our 'fun'.  Keep those pictures coming.

139th Annual Ski Jumping Tournament is next weekend!

​January 16–18, 2026 | U.P. Nordic Ski Complex | Ishpeming, Michigan
     Launch into winter with one of the most iconic traditions in American skiing! The Ishpeming Ski Club proudly hosts the 139th Annual Ski Jumping Tournament at the U.P. Nordic Ski Complex, a gathering that brings world-class athletes, passionate fans, and a century-long legacy together under the snowy lights of Suicide Hill. This is the longest consecutively run ski jumping tournament in the United States and a cornerstone of Marquette County’s winter culture.
Three Days of Competition & Celebration
  • Friday, January 16: The weekend begins with a U.S. Cup competition on the K90, part of the regional Four Hills Tournament circuit. Friday also opens the JWQ (Junior World Qualifier) on the K90 hill, where athletes start their pursuit of a place at the FIS Nordic Junior World Ski Championships in Trondheim, Norway. Gates open at 4pm and trial round jumping begins at 6pm
  • Saturday, January 17: The morning kicks off with a Nordic Combined cross-country ski race on the Ishpeming Ski Club’s Norman Juhola Trail System, beginning around 8am. Midday brings the Junior National Qualifier (JNQ) on the K60 hill, followed by the Paul Bietila Memorial Tournament on Suicide Hill. Fans can also enjoy the unique Target Jump event, where athletes compete for precision by trying to land on a predetermined mark near the K-point, a true test of control, distance, and accuracy. Saturday also features the concluding round of the JWQ on the K90. Gates open at 4pm and trial round jumping begins at 7pm
  • Sunday, January 18: The day begins with another Nordic Combined ski race on the Norman Juhola Trail System, beginning at 8am, and then all eyes turn to the future with our Junior Ski Jumping Tournament on the K13, K25, and K40 hills, beginning at 11am. This event will feature young competitors from across the United States — rising stars learning to fly and carrying forward the tradition of American ski jumping.

Missed the 4th Activities? 
​Here they are.

Many props have already been lost due to rocks or water level.  Stay away from the buoys that can move with the wind.  Look at the map for water levels.

Music on the Manitou is  back!

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​Hey all. Wanted to announce that MoM (Music on Manitou) is back for Season 4!
Put these dates in your calendars
7/16 Chad Borgen
7/23 Old Number 7
7/30 Boots and Sandals
8/6 Seth Brown
8/13 Adam Carpenter
Let’s hope for a great summer

Too many geese
​ 'loving' your lawn?


SCARE DEVICES:Scare devices can be a cost-effective way to repel geese when applied consistently as soon as geese arrive on your property. There are many commercial companies that sell the scare devices listed below:
  • Shell crackers / Bird bangers/ Screamers/ Rockets / Bird alarm / Distress cries / Electronic noise systems
  • Motion detector accessories
  • Grape Koolaid.  Sprinkle it dry around area
  • Lazar pens used in morning aiming toward area in front of feet is effective in getting them moving from area.
There are also visual stimuli techniques used to scare geese:
  • Bird scare balloons
  • Mylar scare tape
  • Plastic flags

Looking for something
to do?
Don't forget to check out our calendar of local events.

​If you know of anything else you would like on the calendar, please don't hesitate to email the information.

Is it up or down?

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Rotate Your Ceiling Fans CorrectlyChanging the rotation of your ceiling fan can save you heating and cooling costs. Fans should turn clockwise, at a low speed, during the winter to pull the warm air up and around the room. During the summer, set them to counterclockwise to push the cold air down. While a fan won’t actually change the temperature of the room, the warm or cool air on your skin will make you feel warmer or colder and you’ll be more likely to give your thermostat a break. Note: Most fans have a switch that can be flipped to change direction, while newer models offer the option on the wall panel.

More Than Just Ski JumpingThe Tournament is as much a festival as it is a competition. Between jumps, fans can gather for:

Tailgating & Bonfires – A warm community atmosphere in the heart of winter.
Concessions & Beer Tent – Local flavors to keep you fueled and festive. Fireworks Show – Lighting up the winter sky over Suicide Hill.

​Whether you’re a lifelong ski jumping fan, a first-time spectator, or someone just looking for a reason to embrace the magic of winter in the U.P., this event offers an unforgettable mix of athleticism, tradition, and community pride.

PARKING AND SHUTTLE INFORMATION
1. Take a Checker shuttle and avoid parking hassles and fees. CLICK HERE for park and ride map.
2. Park your vehicle for $10 per vehicle each evening. LIMITED PARKING permitted each night at the U.P. Nordic Ski Complex. First come, first served!
NOTICE: There will be NO PARKING PERMITTED ALONG COUNTY ROAD AND CLIFFS DRIVE. Illegally parked vehicles will be towed at the owner’s expense. NO EXCEPTIONS.
​***NO PETS ALLOWED, EXCEPT FOR LICENSED SERVICE ANIMALS***

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LMPO Meeting Pictures

To enlarge photo, hover over photo & click CONTROL twice.
Official meeting notes are below.

WNMU History Videos

Click on the image below to learn some fascinating facts about the UP!
This is just one of the many videos that have been produced by WNMU-TV PBS.  It's cold outside.  Why not cuddle in and watch documentaries about famous landmarks, one-room school houses, ships and so much more.  Enjoy.

Have you checked out the new courts?

Why join the LMPO?

$25 a year
Make checks payable to LMPO
send to LMPO Box 137
Michigamme, MI 49861
LMPO now has an email address:
[email protected]
If you are interested in receiving paperless dues notices/communication, please submit your email address.

  Canning?  Freezing?
Here's a guide to know how long you can freeze certain foods.  Click on the picture below

Museum still needs
​YOUR help!

  Although the outside is finished, there is MUCH to do on the inside.  Support the museum in any way possible.  Let's get the inside electric and other finishes done soon.  If you can't make the regular soup or salad dinners, you can always help by sending a donation to:
​PO 220  Michigamme, MI 49861
(make checks payable to Michigamme Museum)
You can always check out the LMPO facebook page that is kept up to date by our LMPO member,
Karen Johnson.

Check out the Lost/Found/Sell Page...

You thought we were kidding!

Still need to pay your dues?  We have made it easy for you.  

​Want an easy way to pay your LMPO dues?
 
​Click on the link below or scan the QR code.

Click above to see what the dues are used for during the year. 

2022 LMPO map

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Click on map to enlarge view
Every five years we give each member a map of the lake.  In 2022 we were able to not only update the map, but also produce it in a smaller, color version that could even be taken out on the boat.  (The maps are printed on water and tear resistant paper.)

One map per dues paying household is provided free of charge.  We  still have a few extras that may be purchased for $10. The option of mailing your copy is available at an additional charge for the postage.  Please contact us if you need to have yours mailed.

Click on below image for complete information on 2025 REAL IDs

LMPO Annual Meeting

Actual newsletter is visible best on a computer.

Do you know we had 15 stars and 15 stripes on our flag?

CLICK HERE TO FIND THE HISTORY OF THE UNITED STATES FLAG.
CLICK HERE TO GO DIRECTLY TO PAGE.
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Is Your property          Safe From ID Theft?​

Don't get caught with the growing white-collar crime.  CLICK HERE to get more information to protect your property.

IMPORTANT for anyone who rents their property...

​The Michigamme Township Board has passed a Short Term Rental Ordinance to minimize impact to our beautiful lake and to protect nearby property owners. All who intend to rent their vacation home on a short-term basis must apply for a rental permit from the Township Office by October 31, 2019. The application fee is $10.00. If a permit is granted, an additional $40.00 will be collected.
Those who do short-term rentals without a permit will be subject to fines, or may be denied a permit in the future.