Today will be a great day to get out and ride…temps will be high of 31 with sunshine. The rest of the week doesn’t look like mother nature will cooperate temps will be in the 40’s with lows in the 30’s so riding will be best in the morning. We will keep you updated. CHECK OUT OUR NEW WEBSITE www.explorewesternup.com

GOGEBIC RANGE TRAIL AUTHORITY – Overall conditions are good to very good with all trails being groomed. There is a small detour on 160 that is marked. You have to ride the side of the road on VanDerHagen from Sunset Road to the railroad tracks. Trail 11s logging is still ongoing closer to the Wisconsin boarder signs are posted so use caution. Please pull over if you encounter a logging truck, they do have the right away.. On 11N, use caution around the water spot(it is now broke open so please use extra caution) signs are posted.
LOGGING IS PLANNED OFF OF SOUTH BOUNDARY ROAD SO WATCH FOR SIGNS AND PLOWED AREAS.

LAKE GOGEBIC AREA GROOMERS – All trails are being groomed and all are in good condition. Logging has not started on Trail 1 going south yet, but watch for signs. Remember to watch out for the groomers.

U.P.THUNDER RIDERS OF WATERSMEET – All trails are being groomed and are in good condition. Still use caution on corners as they maybe icy.

Keep in mind the groomers will be out day and night, so watch for them and PLEASE slow down and wait for the operator to signal you by whenever you see them.

ABOUT THE ICE: There is no such thing as "safe ice" due to underwater currents. If you choose to go out, be sure you talk to locals where you intend to ride for specific information about the ice depth and other factors…be aware you will be riding at your own risk.

Here are a few gas station updates. The gas station in Paulding is closed, so plan ahead for filling up. On the up side the gas station in Marenisco is now open.

Our new website is www.explorewesternup.com

Sunday, March 4, 2012 – The trails were busy with happy sledders yesterday–all of them reporting trees down and overhanging brush. The hitch on one of our drags broke yesterday. We’re hoping to have that fixed today and back on the trail. In the meantime, the tractor will be out there anyway clearing trees and brush along with the other groomers.

Yesterday was a wet, soggy day in many places so the trails took a beating fast. It was above freezing and there isn’t much a groomer can do in those temps so we didn’t try until evening. Today will be a better day as temps will remain below freezing and we should be able to start catching up.

It’s another beautiful day for a ride.

Snow accumulation: 15 inches *(in the forest–up to 24 inches)
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Saturday, March 3, 2012

The snow gauge (right) wasn’t much good this morning until I drudged through what seemed like knee deep snow to brush it off. The gauge showed we picked up 7 inches of snow but I took my trusty yardstick with me and measured as I made my way to the gauge. I found anywhere from 14 to 19 inches. The snow is heavy and packy and will make for great snowmobiling and trail conditions. If you are riding today, watch for fallen trees and branches. The groomers are running and will get to them eventually but the snow is heavy and they can fall even after the groomer has gone through so be careful and expect the unexpected.

Any of you downstaters who made your way up here last night are having the ride of your lifes today. You can ride from anywhere, even the motels in town without a problem. It is freakin’ awesome. Again, ride safe and smart.

Snow accumulation: 7 inches*

Staging areas: Our trail system has numerous staging areas for your convenience:

Tustin
Bristol
33 Rd (Off M55)
44 Rd (Off M115)
27 Rd (Off M55)
Caberfae(Off M55)

Have fun and ride safely.

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VIA CADILLAC WINTER PROMOTIONS
http://www.cadillacwinterpromotions.org/trailconditions.html