In all liklihood, this is your final report for the season,
mainly because the bases are gone. Because MI trails don’t officially close until March 31st, should we get an unexpected storm of two or three feet, we’ll be back and keep you informed as to just what is what.
Our sincere thanks for riding with us this year…we love having you come to Big Snow Country!
Happy Spring!!!
PHOTO REQUEST from us. Thanks to those who’ve responded…keep ‘em coming. If you have any neat snomo pictures you’re willing to share, we’re looking for a cover shot for next years map and other marketing uses. Can’t pay but will give a photo credit on inside of map. Send in jpg -300 dpi-to bigsnow@westernup.info. Be aware anything you send will become the property of the WUPCVB so this request is more for amateur photographers…in other words, don’t send anything you may want to sell in the future. Appreciate any help on this.
Visit Western U.P. Bureau Website >>>>Overall conditions: Poor
Our snow is melting away fast, warm temps + rain with more of the same forecasted.
www.drummondisland.com/inetspecials.html
800-999-6343 for reservations
Mar 13: G.L.A.S.S. Vintage Single Cylinder Lemans Style Enduro Snowmobile Races on Drummond Island
Visit Drummond Island Resort Website >>>>Traverse City Trail Report - Blue Sky Snowmobile Rentals - 03/11
Trail Report by Blue Sky Snowmobile Rentals
Trails are dirt. Blue Sky wants to thank everyone for trusting the honesty of our report, as well as thank you for the positive report feedback throughout the season.
Blue Sky Rentals wants to thank you all again for a good winter.. see you next year !
Have a safe summer.
Jamie
OK, for all of you from out of town, Blue Sky Snowmobile Rentals is now able to book "stay and play" snowmobile packages for you at the Tamarack Lodge, Pointes North Inn, Cherry Tree Inn, Comfort Inn, Days Inn, and more. Let us make a great vacation getaway easy for you!
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Trails are pretty much done - sorry folks. Some riding on two tracks and forest. Thank you everyone for another great year. - For reservations call 1-800-257-1457
Cadillac / Baldwin Area Trail Report - Wolf Lake Motel and Resort - 03/10
Trail Report by Wolf Lake Motel
Well the snow is all but gone for this season, so park your sled for the summer and get the ATV’s out. Why not have some fun trail riding on our ATV, winter riding is a blast. Slippin and slidin is a lot of fun. You get to ride on snow, ice and mud all in one day. We have one of the largest ORV trail systems in the State, with over 200 miles of ORV trails, plus Steelhead are in the rivers right now, so bring a pole and plenty of fishing line. These fish are pound for pound the toughest fish swimming in Michigan.
We still have a couple rooms and On- site ATV rentals weather permitting. Call 231 745 4101 8am until 10pm.
Our Weekday Special for March, Sunday through Thursday is stay two days and get the third day free, No Fridays or Saturdays free. You must mention the specials at the time of the reservation and of course these specials are dependent on availability and can not be combined with any other offer.
Plus we are in the middle of one of the largest ORV trail systems in the state, so if the snow isn’t that great for snowmobiling, bring your ORV up and ride over 200 miles of ORV trails. PLEASE DON’T RIDE YOUR ORV ON THE GROOMED SNOWMOBILE TRAILS. There are plenty of open trails available for ORV riding. Don’t worry winter isn’t over for snowmobiling, but a winter ORV ride can be a blast too. If you don’t have a snowmobile or yours is broken, no problem, WE HAVE ON-SITE SNOWMOBILE RENTALS right here at the Resort. There is good snow in the woods, so two tracken and seasonal roads are a blast right now. (Which there are tons of). 231 745 4101 8am until 10pm
Rooms and ON-SITE Snowmobile Rentals are available.
We are members of the Cycle Conservation Club of Michigan, Baldwin Trailriders Snowmobile Club, Benzie/Manistee Snowbirds Snowmobile Club, Irons Area Tourist Association Snowmobile Club, Wellston Area Recreation and Tourist Bureau Snowmobile Club, Lake County ORV Club and the Michigan Snowmobile Association, which are the local grooming clubs. I can not thank these guys and gals enough, they do a lot of work for free, so we all can enjoy this sport. I would only think that if someone is complaining about a bumpy trail on Saturday afternoon, come to a couple club meetings and see just what these people do. They would never complain again. Thank you again.
Visit Wolf Lake Motel Website >>>>Keweenaw Peninsula Trail Report - Evert’s Snowmobile Rentals - 03/10
Trail Report by TheKeweenaw.com
Trails in town are bare. Some trails outside of town are still rideable, however the snow in the forest is still deep. We are waiting for our last snow storm of the year. We’ll keep you posted if it comes thanks Everts!
Visit TheKeweenaw.com Website >>>>The fat lady is warming up her vocal cords…
From the Gogebic Range Trail Authority : The only trails left are 160-11N and 11S…they are mostly rideable , but the best we can do for condition is poor. Daytime temps in the 50’s tend to wreak havoc…for more info on GRTA at: gogebicrangetrailauthority.com)
Just talked to George at the Hoop in the Lake Gogebic Area-and he said ditto for 102 and 1 to White Pine, as well as 13 N to Rockland…mostly rideable but poor.
U.P. Thunder Riders of Watersmeet: Grooming is done for this year…
If anything changes, we’ll let you know…thanks for riding with us this year…we love having you come to Big Snow Country!
TOO MANY SERIOUS ACCIDENTS are in the news this year. Many are alcohol and speed related. We want you to have a great time on our trails here in Big Snow Country, so please use your good common sense and save your drinking for after the ride.
ICE: Let us reiterate, there is no such thing as "safe" ice.
If you choose to ride on a body of water, be sure you check with locals in the specific area you intend to ride and get current information on conditions in that area. When you ride on ice, you are doing so at your own risk.
PHOTO REQUEST from us. Thanks to those who’ve responded…keep ‘em coming. If you have any neat snomo pictures you’re willing to share, we’re looking for a cover shot for next years map and other marketing uses. Can’t pay but will give a photo credit on inside of map. Send in jpg -300 dpi-to bigsnow@westernup.info. Be aware anything you send will become the property of the WUPCVB so this request is more for amateur photographers…in other words, don’t send anything you may want to sell in the future. Appreciate any help on this.
WATCH FOR GROOMERS Keep in mind the groomers are out both day and night, so watch for them, and PLEASE pull over or at least slow down and wait for the operator to signal you by whenever you see them.
SIGN VANDALISM RESULTING IN SERIOUS SITUATION
Expect to see more patrols on the trails due to a recent rash of sign vandalism incidents…we’re hearing cameras also may be enlisted in order to apprehend those responsible. If you see any suspicious activity, please call the DNR at 800-292-7800.
Sault Ste. Marie Trail Report - 03/10
Trail Report by North Guide
Trails in town are gone along with south to Kinross and west to Brimley. Dirt is showing almost everywhere. There is still a little snow going west from Brimley and quite a lot in Raco, but it is of icy crystal consistancy and light rain the next 3 days.
Sault Ste. Marie to Brimley, Trail #8 -
Base 0-1 inches -Trail is in Poor Condition. Go with the flow of traffic when crossing the bridge in Brimley. Shoulders bare going thru Brimley.
Brimley to Raco, Trail #8 -
Base 1-3 inches -Trail is in Fair to Poor Condition. Groomed on Sunday.
Raco to Naomikong Trail #8 [where Paradise meets us], Trail #8 -
Base 2-6 inches - Trail is in Fair to Poor Condition. More snow out in that area of our trails. Groomed Sunday.
Luce County Snowmobile Trail Closed for Season Due to Warm Weather
The Department of Natural Resources and Environment today announced
that the Raco Snowmobile Trail from Paradise south to Silver Creek
(Trail #8) and the Tahquamenon Falls trail (Trail #45) has been closed
and gated for the season due to unsafe trail conditions. The current
unseasonably warm weather coupled with the lack of snowfall has made
this closure necessary.
Snowmobilers planning to travel to the eastern Upper Peninsula are
advised to check trail conditions daily as they are changing quickly
with the current weather conditions.
Questions concerning this closure may be directed to Newberry Fire
Supervisor Paul Gaberdiel at 906-293-3293, extension 4740, or DNRE
Recreation Specialist Dan Moore at 906 293 5131, extension 4045.
Sault Ste. Marie City Trail, Trails #497, #449, parts of #8 & #49 -
Base 0-0 inches - Trail is Poor Condition. No snow!
City curfew is from 1am - 6 am. Remember most City streets are open to traffic 20mph, stop at all intersections, and ride the right hand side of street not on sidewalks or private property. STAY OFF THE PLOWED SIDEWALKS!!!! If you ride on the sidewalks you will be ticketed and your sled confiscated by police. Marquette Street is now closed to snowmobile traffic. Watch for closed streets that are posted, mainly around the hospital, university, and state trunk lines.
Sault Ste. Marie to Kinross, Trail #49 -
Base 0 - 1 inches - Trail is in Poor Condition. When the trail is running along roads make sure you go with the flow of traffic on the right side of the road.
The Downtown Trail is CLOSED.
Martin Cottle, Grooming Chairman
Sault Ste. Marie Snowmobile Association
Visit North Guide Website >>>>G.L.A.S.S. Vintage Snowmobile Race - March 13, 2010
Trail Report by North Guide
Great Lakes Antique Snowmobile Series - Race
200 miles on a 1/2 mile lap track
Vintage Single Cylinder Lemans Style
Endro Snowmobile Race
Start 10:00 A.M.
http://www.greatlakesseries.com
Saturday, March 13, 2010
10:00am - 5:00pm
Drummond Island MI
On the track behind Sune’s Home Center
- - - - - Drummond Island Lodging Packages - - - - -
Visit North Guide Website >>>> I think we are all done, there is very limited riding, and they are calling for rain the next couple of days, so that should finish it. We want to thank all of you who came up and used our trails, especially the ones that stayed with us. See ya next year!!!Don and Kathy Scott.CHECK OUT OUR LODGING SPECIAL!!
www.westernup.com/scotts
Newberry Trail Report - Visit Newberry - 03/09
Trail Report by Visit Newberry
Due to warm weather we are not grooming at this time. The trails have very little snow on them with quite a few areas that are down to dirt and mud. The daytime highs for the next few days will be in the 50’s.
MEETING TIME
THE NEXT REGULAR MEMBERSHIP MEETING IS TUESDAY March 16, 2010, AT THE GOOMER BARN LOCATED AT 9017 M-123, GUESTS ARE WELCOME.
*Please remember our groomers are out daily to keep the trails in the best shape they can be for your riding pleasure. Please keep a safe distance from the groomer if possible.
We have updated the Newberry Village trail map. There are just a couple of changes from the last map. Look for our upcoming article in the February issue of the Michigan Snowmobiler Magazine.
THINK MORE SNOW!!!
Sherry
LODGING OPPORTUNITIES IN NEWBERRY
COMFORT INN OF NEWBERRY at www.newberrymichigan.net
GATEWAY MOTEL at www.gatewaymi.com
HALFWAY LAKE at www.halfwaylake.com
PARK-A-WAY www.theeveningstarmotel.com,
Visit Visit Newberry Website >>>>Cadillac / Baldwin Area Trail Report - Wolf Lake Motel and Resort - 03/09
Trail Report by Wolf Lake Motel
Summerize your sled because the snowmobile trails are shot and get the ATV’s out because the ORV trails are ready to go. Why not have some fun trail riding on our ATV, winter riding is a blast. Slippin and slidin is a lot of fun. You get to ride on snow, ice and mud all in one day. We have one of the largest ORV trail systems in the State, with over 200 miles of ORV trails, plus Steelhead are in the rivers right now, so bring a pole and plenty of fishing line. These fish are pound for pound the toughest fish swimming in Michigan.
We still have a couple rooms and On- site ATV rentals weather permitting. Call 231 745 4101 8am until 10pm.
Our Weekday Special for March, Sunday through Thursday is stay two days and get the third day free, No Fridays or Saturdays free. You must mention the specials at the time of the reservation and of course these specials are dependent on availability and can not be combined with any other offer.
Plus we are in the middle of one of the largest ORV trail systems in the state, so if the snow isn’t that great for snowmobiling, bring your ORV up and ride over 200 miles of ORV trails. PLEASE DON’T RIDE YOUR ORV ON THE GROOMED SNOWMOBILE TRAILS. There are plenty of open trails available for ORV riding. Don’t worry winter isn’t over for snowmobiling, but a winter ORV ride can be a blast too. If you don’t have a snowmobile or yours is broken, no problem, WE HAVE ON-SITE SNOWMOBILE RENTALS right here at the Resort. There is good snow in the woods, so two tracken and seasonal roads are a blast right now. (Which there are tons of). 231 745 4101 8am until 10pm
Call 231 745 4101 8am until 10pm. See ya soon on the trails.
Visit Wolf Lake Motel Website >>>>Even though we still have 16" of snow on the ground it’s going fast and we’re getting close to "all she wrote" until we get more snow and it will take a good dumping to get the trails back into shape. Towns, streets, crossings & parking lots are bare.
Gogebic Range Trail Authority report: Groomers were on trail 2 Monday, and will groom 11N and 11S as far as they can go today…then they will have to park the Groomers. Conditions poor-fair to some good. Bare spots tend to pop up during the day.
more info on GRTA at: gogebicrangetrailauthority.com)
From the Lake Gogebic Area-Groomers are out-northern trails are still in fair to good shape as there’s snow in the woods-trails poor in town…it’s difficult getting in and out of Bergland… Trails south of the Lake are all in poor condition.
Unable to get a hold of anyone from the U.P. Thunder Riders of Watersmeet: Phones were out there yesterday. Trails are poor and Grooming is done unless we get a really good snowfall.
TOO MANY SERIOUS ACCIDENTS are in the news this year. Many are alcohol and speed related. We want you to have a great time on our trails here in Big Snow Country, so please use your good common sense and save your drinking for after the ride.
ICE: Let us reiterate, there is no such thing as "safe" ice.
If you choose to ride on a body of water, be sure you check with locals in the specific area you intend to ride and get current information on conditions in that area. When you ride on ice, you are doing so at your own risk.
PHOTO REQUEST from us. Thanks to those who’ve responded…keep ‘em coming. If you have any neat snomo pictures you’re willing to share, we’re looking for a cover shot for next years map and other marketing uses. Can’t pay but will give a photo credit on inside of map. Send in jpg -300 dpi-to bigsnow@westernup.info. Be aware anything you send will become the property of the WUPCVB so this request is more for amateur photographers…in other words, don’t send anything you may want to sell in the future. Appreciate any help on this.
WATCH FOR GROOMERS Keep in mind the groomers are out both day and night, so watch for them, and PLEASE pull over or at least slow down and wait for the operator to signal you by whenever you see them.
SIGN VANDALISM RESULTING IN SERIOUS SITUATION
Expect to see more patrols on the trails due to a recent rash of sign vandalism incidents…we’re hearing cameras also may be enlisted in order to apprehend those responsible. If you see any suspicious activity, please call the DNR at 800-292-7800.
Temp 38F - Warm temperatures this week taking a toll on the trails — breaking down in town, getting bare in places. All our guests are riding and reporting good trails still available through the woods and on two tracks - For reservations call 1-800-257-1457
Even though temps have been unseasonably mild, we still have 16" of snow on the ground-streets & crossings are bare. Best riding early in the day - trails soften up in the afternoon.
Gogebic Range Trail Authority report: Groomers are out… I know on trail 2 for sure, waiting for word on the balance of the system…they are grooming wherever conditions permit, and we won’t know exactly where that is until tomrrow’s report. Overall conditions fair with some good yet…some are poor. Bare spots tend to pop up during the day.
more info on GRTA at: gogebicrangetrailauthority.com)
From Gogebic Area Grooming,covering the Lake Gogebic Area-Groomers are out-northern trails are still in pretty good shape as there’s snow in the woods-trails poor in town…it’s difficult getting in and out of Bergland…other trails are fair. Trails south of Lake Gogebic are all in poor condition.
Unable to get a hold of anyone from the U.P. Thunder Riders of Watersmeet: Town and parking lots were bare before the weekend, but the groomers were out when temps/conditions permit-Will try to have an update tomorrow.
TOO MANY SERIOUS ACCIDENTS are in the news this year. Many are alcohol and speed related. We want you to have a great time on our trails here in Big Snow Country, so please use your good common sense and save your drinking for after the ride.
ICE: Let us reiterate, there is no such thing as "safe" ice.
If you choose to ride on a body of water, be sure you check with locals in the specific area you intend to ride and get current information on conditions in that area. When you ride on ice, you are doing so at your own risk.
PHOTO REQUEST from us. Thanks to those who’ve responded…keep ‘em coming. If you have any neat snomo pictures you’re willing to share, we’re looking for a cover shot for next years map and other marketing uses. Can’t pay but will give a photo credit on inside of map. Send in jpg -300 dpi-to bigsnow@westernup.info. Be aware anything you send will become the property of the WUPCVB so this request is more for amateur photographers…in other words, don’t send anything you may want to sell in the future. Appreciate any help on this.
WATCH FOR GROOMERS Keep in mind the groomers are out both day and night, so watch for them, and PLEASE pull over or at least slow down and wait for the operator to signal you by whenever you see them.
SIGN VANDALISM RESULTING IN SERIOUS SITUATION
Expect to see more patrols on the trails due to a recent rash of sign vandalism incidents…we’re hearing cameras also may be enlisted in order to apprehend those responsible. If you see any suspicious activity, please call the DNR at 800-292-7800.
Traverse City Trail Report - Blue Sky Snowmobile Rentals - 03/07
Trail Report by Blue Sky Snowmobile Rentals
Trails are thinning out fast. They were ok in the morning yesterday and then kinda went down hill. Trail 5 is down to dirt towards Ranch Rudolph, Going from the Ranch to Fife is not very good either. Trail 55 to Kalkaska is a bit more snow covered and still has potential for this week. The biggest problem we are running into will be warm temps. The forecast for most of the week is Sunny and 40’s to 50 on Tuesday. For those of you calling for condition updates, I appreciate the calls, however this report is accurate and what I tell you over the phone will be no different. We may be able to send sleds out towards the weekend if the temps don’t destroy the base and the groomers get back out again. I wish I had better news for you.
Jamie
OK, for all of you from out of town, Blue Sky Snowmobile Rentals is now able to book "stay and play" snowmobile packages for you at the Tamarack Lodge, Pointes North Inn, Cherry Tree Inn, Comfort Inn, Days Inn, and more. Let us make a great vacation getaway easy for you!
Visit Blue Sky Snowmobile Rentals Website >>>>Good Morning,
The temps have been very warm and looks like those temps will hold through next week.
A guest leaving this morning reported trail #8, 432 and 433 are still in good shape. Trail #9 is okay. I walked around the north end of the lake yesterday afternoon, was able to stay ontop of the snow in most places. When I did break through the snow I went down about 10″ to 12″. It’s beautiful again today, if this keeps this could be the last of the season unless we get a snow storm soon. History tells me there is snow in the future, but who knows when. Guaranteed it will be before Memorial Day.
Report copied and pasted from TASA:
All trails are in good/fair condition but we have had a little meltdown due to warmer weather so please be careful and enjoy the riding. The trails in town are just in fair condition but as you go out north they get better and are in good condition. We only got about 4-6 inches of snow Friday night. Warm weather forcast for the up coming week. Mid 30’s
Trail #9 north is in fair condition.Watch for water on the trail when leaving the staging area near the railroad tracks, Once you get past the 3 mile staging area things get better. The base is 6-8 inches north and groomers are reporting fair conditions. Be carful on the straight away between M-123 and 3 mile staging area, mogals form there quick depending on how many sleds go over it. There are some bare spots close to town. PLEASE BE AWARE THAT THERE IS LOGGING ON THE TRAIL ABOUT 8 MILES NORTH, SO WATCH FOR LOGGING TRUCKS
Trail #45 North is in fair condition with a 6-8 inch base, but, there are 2 logging areas on it. One north, and one south, of the Skyline Trail Head. It is plowed and can be rough at times. The trail from Co. Rd. 500 to the Falls is in fair shape. Due to ice it took the groomer 3 attempts to get up the hill just south of M-123
Check the snow depth map to see all the snow that we have here at Halfway Lake.
Delain
Halfway Lake Resort
Ride from your door
1-888-243-4879
Saturday, March 6, 2010 Newberry Old Stuff Ovals Vintage Snowmobile Race, The TMC Motor Sports Park on M-
28, Newberry, MI. Vintage, sprint snowmobile race, 1975 or older, on a 1/4 mile oval track. Youth and adult classes, 5 lap
heat races, 10 lap main races. Heat laps start at 9:00am and Racing starts at 11:00am. $25.00 registration per class. Mod
singles follow Newberry One Lunger Rules. Stock classes must be original chassis, motor and suspension. For more
information, call S&J Sports at 906-293-9330.
Poor - fair - good, pretty much covers our trails, there are some bare spots, and some water to watch for, but there is still a fair amount thats holding up so far, it is suppose to be warm all week, and it doesn’t look like we will be grooming ,unless it turns alot colder, we don’t want to make the trails worst by breaking the ice bridges. The traffic is very light, so hurry on up, this might be last week for decent trails
Scott’s Superior Inn and Cabins , why not stay where the groomer lives.CHECK OUT OUR LODGING SPECIAL!!
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Clare Area Trail Report - Crooked Lake Resort - 03/06
Trail Report by North Guide
Trail conditions 3/6/2010
Trails are done .there is a lot of bare spots and not enough snow to ride. On behalf of everyone We would like to thank you for using our trails this winter and coming to stay with us .
Have a great summer . If you are planing a vacation here at the lake ,keep us in mind
Remember we have Pontoon ,boat, rentals through the summer . We are open all year around for all your vacation needs.
See you next year.
.
Call before you come out for a report on the trails . we don’t want you to come out if the trails are not good.
(800) 328-5094
Take care and be safe out there . Remember Reed City has a speed limit through the town of 35 miles a hour . Watch for deer there a lot of them this year up here.
Till the next time.
For more information feel free to contact me anytime (989)544-2383- Or (800)328-5094
Visit Crooked Lake Resort >>>>
Visit North Guide Website >>>>Cadillac / Baldwin Area Trail Report - Wolf Lake Motel and Resort - 03/06
Trail Report by Wolf Lake Motel
The snowmobile trails in this area are toast, so why not have some fun trail riding on our ATV, winter riding is a blast. Slippin and slidin is a lot of fun. We have one of the largest ORV trail systems in the State, with over 200 miles of ORV trails, plus Steelhead are in the rivers right now, so bring a pole and plenty of fishing line. These fish are pound for pound the toughest fish swimming in Michigan.
We still have a couple rooms and On- site ATV rentals weather permitting. Call 231 745 4101 8am until 10pm.
Our Weekday Special for March, Sunday through Thursday is stay two days and get the third day free, No Fridays or Saturdays free. You must mention the specials at the time of the reservation and of course these specials are dependent on availability and can not be combined with any other offer.
Plus we are in the middle of one of the largest ORV trail systems in the state, so if the snow isn’t that great for snowmobiling, bring your ORV up and ride over 200 miles of ORV trails. PLEASE DON’T RIDE YOUR ORV ON THE GROOMED SNOWMOBILE TRAILS. There are plenty of open trails available for ORV riding. Don’t worry winter isn’t over for snowmobiling, but a winter ORV ride can be a blast too. If you don’t have a snowmobile or yours is broken, no problem, WE HAVE ON-SITE SNOWMOBILE RENTALS right here at the Resort. There is good snow in the woods, so two tracken and seasonal roads are a blast right now. (Which there are tons of). 231 745 4101 8am until 10pm
Rooms and ON-SITE Snowmobile Rentals are available.
We are members of the Cycle Conservation Club of Michigan, Baldwin Trailriders Snowmobile Club, Benzie/Manistee Snowbirds Snowmobile Club, Irons Area Tourist Association Snowmobile Club, Wellston Area Recreation and Tourist Bureau Snowmobile Club, Lake County ORV Club and the Michigan Snowmobile Association, which are the local grooming clubs. I can not thank these guys and gals enough, they do a lot of work for free, so we all can enjoy this sport. I would only think that if someone is complaining about a bumpy trail on Saturday afternoon, come to a couple club meetings and see just what these people do. They would never complain again. Thank you again.
Call 231 745 4101 8am until 10pm. See ya soon on the trails.
Visit Wolf Lake Motel Website >>>>3/5/10
Ishpeming, MI Snowmobiling Update
Sorry about the late report this week, I have been having some computer problems. On to the report: The weather has warmed and melted some snow and softened the trails. Roads and High traffic areas are gonna be bare or rough. Trails are still very rideable, just need to exercise some caution. Get out and ride! this may be your last chance for the year.
Note: The Moose Country Snowmobile club now has a groomer parked on site in the Country Village so our spur is always the first to be groomed when they go out. So you can literally see the groomer leaving the garage to go groom the trails on a daily basis.
Weather
The weather has been warmer the last week and has melted some snow & softened up the trails.
Conditions
Fair to Good Overall. For up to the minute conditions please call toll free 866-875-4312 and ask.
Helpful Links
Conditions: http://www.countryvillageresort.com/httpdocs/html/snowmobile_conditions.html
Lodging: http://www.countryvillageresort.com/httpdocs/html/lodging.html
Specials: http://www.countryvillageresort.com/httpdocs/html/snowmo_specials.html
Webcam: http://www.countryvillageresort.com/httpdocs/html/webcam.html
If you would like to join my weekly email trail report list just send me a request. Questions can be directed to me at cvmarketing@charterinternet.com
Thanks!
Visit Country Village Resort Website >>>>Benzie Area Trail Report - Benzie Bureau - 03/05
Trail Report by Benzie Bureau
Benzie-Manistee Snowmobile Club - 03/05
Currently No Snow falling anywhere with warm up temps high 30’s to low 40’s by day to high twenty’s at night all week. Rain moving in Sunday to Wednesday. With melt down we lost some snow on our trail. The trail on Highbridge Rd. from Old House Rd into the woods on River Rd is dirt with sparse snirty in woods and the bridge is dirt along with some curves through-out south system. The south end from Copemish to Wellston is poor through woods with thin to no base. North end from Thompsonville to Maple City is fair to GOOD with 2 in to 5 in base, holding up well from snow fall two weeks ago. Joe from north end of trail said he rode on Tuesday down to Copemish it was good. But he tried to ride again Thursday said it’s groomed and it was only good from Maple city down to M-31 and down to Thompsonville is fair. So it looks like 40 temps are taking toll on all our trail. We have off trail ground cover of 1 - 6 inches.
More info on our web about who to contact www.benziemanisteesnowbirds.com
Benzie Visitor Bureau - 03/03
Hi all, Well we’re starting to get a little warmer this week! High 30ish yesterday and today and up around 40 Friday and Saturday, with no snow forecast, so we’re losing a bit of the trail with every day right now, but its at least freezing up again at night. BUt you know how that makes the trail! It’s getting a bit snirty and soft on some curves and hills and showing thin in some areas. Kaleva area I’m told is thin with little to no base but yet the north end from Copemish to Maple City is better with 2 to 5in base yet, holding up with the snow that fell last week. Off trail depth and ground cover is anywhere from an inch to 6 or 8 inches! s. Trails were groomed from Copemish north to Maple city Monday night and they are trying again tonite since its still certainly ride-able but we’re gonna have to wait and see about the weekend. Keep up the snow dance and cross your fingers that we get colder. Remember the groomers are volunteers so if ya see one, get outta their way and give them a thumbs up. Hey thanks Steven and Patrick for the pics! OMG I LOVE EM! And thanks for the emails Rog and Craig !I love getting emails and hearing your stories and reports and pics! Remember this report is all of us working it together! BE SAFE, BE SMART, and I’ll SEEYA on the trails! Carol
Visit Benzie Bureau Website >>>>No new snow. Trails good — choppy in the afternoon - still getting lots of traffic. Groomer running in this area every day - working hard - For reservations call 1-800-257-1457
Keweenaw Peninsula Trail Report - Evert’s Snowmobile Rentals - 03/05
Trail Report by TheKeweenaw.com
The trails are still in good shape outside of town. In town the streets are a bit bare. Once you are outside of Hancock its a wonderful site with plenty of good riding. Late season riding means low traffic and milder temps. Time to ride! Call for reservations or any other questions! Thanks Everts
Visit TheKeweenaw.com Website >>>>Season snowfall to date now 166.6" - with 21" on the ground-While days are getting milder, overnight temps very cold.Some streets & crossings are bare. Best riding early in the day as trails will soften up by mid-afternoon.
Gogebic Range Trail Authority: Groomers are out as temps permit- all trails being groomed including 2-8-160-11N and 11S. Conditions are good-some very good, some fair.more info on GRTA at: gogebicrangetrailauthority.com)
From Gogebic Area Grooming , covering the Lake Gogebic Area-Groomers are out at night.. northern trails are still in really great shape-trails poor in town…the rest fair to good. Watch for icy corners. Logging is still ongoing- so watch for signs and especially logging trucks-pull way over immediately when you see them.
And from the U.P. Thunder Riders of Watersmeet: Town and parking lots are bare, groomers out when temps/conditions permit- They report trail conditions improve as you go west. Best riding is early in the day.
TOO MANY SERIOUS ACCIDENTS are in the news this year. Many are alcohol and speed related. We want you to have a great time on our trails here in Big Snow Country, so please use your good common sense and save your drinking for after the ride.
ICE: Let us reiterate, there is no such thing as "safe" ice.
If you choose to ride on a body of water, be sure you check with locals in the specific area you intend to ride and get current information on conditions in that area. When you ride on ice, you are doing so at your own risk.
PHOTO REQUEST from us. Thanks to those who’ve responded…keep ‘em coming. If you have any neat snomo pictures you’re willing to share, we’re looking for a cover shot for next years map and other marketing uses. Can’t pay but will give a photo credit on inside of map. Send in jpg -300 dpi-to bigsnow@westernup.info. Be aware anything you send will become the property of the WUPCVB so this request is more for amateur photographers…in other words, don’t send anything you may want to sell in the future. Appreciate any help on this.
WATCH FOR GROOMERS Keep in mind the groomers are out both day and night, so watch for them, and PLEASE pull over or at least slow down and wait for the operator to signal you by whenever you see them.
SIGN VANDALISM RESULTING IN SERIOUS SITUATION
Expect to see more patrols on the trails due to a recent rash of sign vandalism incidents…we’re hearing cameras also may be enlisted in order to apprehend those responsible. If you see any suspicious activity, please call the DNR at 800-292-7800.
St. Ignace Area Trail Report - 03/05
Trail Report by North Guide
I just listened to the message from last nights groom on the Northern Loop.
I am sorry to say, that we are about all done. I could pick and choose and tell what is ridable, and what is not, but there is no decent loops, and no getting from one destination to another without encountering difficulty. This weekend and next weeks forecast shows no signs of snow, and temps above freezing for the next 10 days.
If you rode this area this year, thanks for checking out our local community, if not, then hopefully we will see you next season.
Once I have the final numbers, I will post up the tally, but I think we were on track to groom about 15% of our normal mileage this season. That is not to say the trails were bad all winter, in fact they were pretty smooth and ridable for a good chunk of the winter, there was just not enough snow to make bumps to groom.
This is the end to a sorry season on many levels. So this is Snow VP, signing off Trail Conditions for the 2010 season (unless we get a 100 yr snowstorm that is!)
Stay tuned for more info… — Straits Area Snowmobile Club
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Visit North Guide Website >>>>Mancelona Area Trail Report - Mancelona Motel - 03/04
Trail Report by Mancelona Motel
Well, we had a sled go out yesterday and they said that the Jordan Valley was still pretty good. If you go North, South, East or West, ya run out of snow … looking like the end to our season, but then again … next week may be another story.
Visit Mancelona Motel Website >>>>Good Afternoon,
The temps have held today they got up to maybe 33 degrees. The snow gauge is still reading 16″. It has been sunny all day. The plowed road out front is not rideable, but the easement is still in great shape making access to the trail from here still good.
I have three cabins of guests and will let you know what they have to say later this evening.
Below I’ve cut and pasted the TASA report.
Trail #9 north is in fair condition.Watch for water on the trail when leaving the staging area near the railroad tracks, Once you get past the 3 mile staging area things get better. The base is 6-8 inches north and groomers are reporting fair conditions. Be carful on the straight away between M-123 and 3 mile staging area, mogals form there quick depending on how many sleds go over it. There are some bare spots close to town. PLEASE BE AWARE THAT THERE IS LOGGING ON THE TRAIL ABOUT 8 MILES NORTH, SO WATCH FOR LOGGING TRUCKS
Check the snow depth map to see all the snow that we have here at Halfway Lake.
Delain
Halfway Lake Resort
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Saturday, March 6, 2010 Newberry Old Stuff Ovals Vintage Snowmobile Race, The TMC Motor Sports Park on M-28, Newberry, MI.
Vintage, sprint snowmobile race, 1975 or older, on a 1/4 mile oval track. Youth and adult classes, 5 lap heat races, 10 lap main races. Heat laps start at 9:00am and Racing starts at 11:00am. $25.00 registration per class. Mod singles follow Newberry One Lunger Rules. Stock classes must be original chassis, motor and suspension. For more information, call S&J Sports at 906-293-9330.
Visit Halfway Lake Resort Website >>>>Season snowfall to date now 166.6" - with 21" on the ground-While days are getting milder, overnight temps remain very cold.Some streets & crossings are bare. Best riding early in the day as trails will soften up by mid to late afternoon.
Gogebic Range Trail Authority: Groomers are out today - all trails being groomed including 2-8-160-11N and 11S. Conditions are good-some very good, some fair.more info on GRTA at: gogebicrangetrailauthority.com)
From Gogebic Area Grooming, covering the Lake Gogebic Area-Groomers are out.. northern trails are still in really great shape-trails poor in town…the rest fair to good. Watch for icy corners. Logging is still ongoing- so watch for signs and especially logging trucks-pull way over immediately when you see them.
And from the U.P. Thunder Riders of Watersmeet: Town and parking lots are bare, groomers out - They report trail conditions improve as you go west. Best riding is early in the day.
TOO MANY SERIOUS ACCIDENTS are in the news this year. Many are alcohol and speed related. We want you to have a great time on our trails here in Big Snow Country, so please use your good common sense and save your drinking for after the ride.
ICE: Let us reiterate, there is no such thing as "safe" ice.
If you choose to ride on a body of water, be sure you check with locals in the specific area you intend to ride and get current information on conditions in that area. When you ride on ice, you are doing so at your own risk.
PHOTO REQUEST from us. Thanks to those who’ve responded…keep ‘em coming. If you have any neat snomo pictures you’re willing to share, we’re looking for a cover shot for next years map and other marketing uses. Can’t pay but will give a photo credit on inside of map. Send in jpg -300 dpi-to bigsnow@westernup.info. Be aware anything you send will become the property of the WUPCVB so this request is more for amateur photographers…in other words, don’t send anything you may want to sell in the future. Appreciate any help on this.
WATCH FOR GROOMERS Keep in mind the groomers are out both day and night, so watch for them, and PLEASE pull over or at least slow down and wait for the operator to signal you by whenever you see them.
SIGN VANDALISM RESULTING IN SERIOUS SITUATION
Expect to see more patrols on the trails due to a recent rash of sign vandalism incidents…we’re hearing cameras also may be enlisted in order to apprehend those responsible. If you see any suspicious activity, please call the DNR at 800-292-7800.
Newberry Trail Report - Visit Newberry - 03/04
Trail Report by Visit Newberry
Please be careful around corners there is ice under the snow in the curves.We have had warm days and cold nights the past two days. Some areas have dirt on them. Please stay on trails and try to avoid private property.
Due to heavy traffic and warmer weather we did haul snow into the trailhead at Timber Charlie’s to Slaughter House Road. We are trying to make your ride more enjoyable and minimize any wear & tear to your sled.
All trails are in good/fair condition but we have had a little meltdown due to warmer weather so please be careful and enjoy the riding. The trails in town are just in fair condition but as you go out north they get better and are in good condition. We only got about 4-6 inches of snow Friday night. Warm weather forcast for the up coming week. Mid 30’s
Trail #9 north is in fair condition.Watch for water on the trail when leaving the staging area near the railroad tracks, Once you get past the 3 mile staging area things get better. The base is 6-8 inches north and groomers are reporting fair conditions. Be carful on the straight away between M-123 and 3 mile staging area, mogals form there quick depending on how many sleds go over it. There are some bare spots close to town. PLEASE BE AWARE THAT THERE IS LOGGING ON THE TRAIL ABOUT 8 MILES NORTH, SO WATCH FOR LOGGING TRUCKS
Trail #45 North is in fair condition with a 6-8 inch base, but, there are 2 logging areas on it. One north, and one south, of the Skyline Trail Head. It is plowed and can be rough at times. The trail from Co. Rd. 500 to the Falls is in fair shape. Due to ice it took the groomer 3 attempts to get up the hill just south of M-123
Trail #9 south to Hemlock Ridge road (trail 2) has up to a 3 inch base and is in fair condition.
Trail #2 From the Naubinway split to Rexton is in fair condition with up to a 3 inch base.
Trail #473 has about 7 miles of plowed road from Rexton south to Epoufette due to logging in the area. Please watch for trucks and deer in the area. The base is marginal to 3 inches and in fair condition.
South of 4 Corners going to Rexton trail has about 41/2 miles of plowed trails due to logging on the Luce/Mackinac county lines.
Trail #473 Rexton to Trout lake is in fair condition with up to a 3 inch base.
MEETING TIME
THE NEXT REGULAR MEMBERSHIP MEETING IS TUESDAY March 16, 2010, AT THE GOOMER BARN LOCATED AT 9017 M-123, GUESTS ARE WELCOME.
*Please remember our groomers are out daily to keep the trails in the best shape they can be for your riding pleasure. Please keep a safe distance from the groomer if possible.
We have updated the Newberry Village trail map. There are just a couple of changes from the last map. Look for our upcoming article in the February issue of the Michigan Snowmobiler Magazine.
THINK MORE SNOW!!!
Sherry
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Halfway Lake Resort Trail Report 03/01
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Guests leaving this morning reported the trails in good shape. It didn’t get much above freezing this afternoon and it’s 23 degrees right now. If we hold these temps, the weekend will be good.
Still direct access to trails, No need to trailer here!
I’ll keep you posted of changes.
Check the snow depth map to see all the snow that we have here at Halfway Lake.
Delain
Halfway Lake Resort
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