One thing seems certain, among the many new restrictions that will be in place at ski resorts around northern Michigan, get used to and be prepared to spend a lot more time outside. Time in lodges will be very limited.

KSL Capital Partners, LLC, the parent company of Squaw Valley and Alpine Meadows resorts near Lake Tahoe, Calif. announced it is selling off five of its high-profile resorts in California, Texas, and Virginia to Omni Hotels & Resorts.