Gaylord Bureau
Dec. 4: We have a few inches of snow but the ground isn’t frozen yet. Temps expected to be high 20’s low 30’s this week with scattered snow. We will post when grooming starts!
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Snowmobile Trail #4 in Otsego and Antrim counties closed
The Department of Natural Resources announced today that Snowmobile Trail #4 between Old-27 Highway in Otsego County and Lakes of the North in Antrim County has been closed due to the snowmobile club’s loss of land leases.
This is a major east/west trail connecting the Gaylord-area trails with the Jordan Valley and Blue Bear trails. With the loss of leases, it is now illegal to operate snowmobiles on these private lands. Trail enthusiasts should avoid riding this portion of trail until a route can be established. The snowmobile club continues to work with landowners and try to find an alternative route or permanent easement to reopen the trail.
Questions concerning the Snowmobile Trail may be directed to Donald Klingler or the Gaylord DNR Operations Service Center at 989-732-3541.
December 5, 2013 | Visit Gaylord.com Uncategorized
The weather is looking good for the start to our snowmobile season, however we do need more snow. Yesterday fed us a wintry mix, which resulted in about 6-7” of snow and a some icy rain. The good news is that the temperatures are going to drop to single digits for the next few days and we are forecasted to receive up to a foot of snow in the next 5-10 days. That is a recipe for a great base on the trails, we just need to be patient and see what happens. Groomers should be going out this week to start to get the trails ready.
Couple of notes: Use caution on trails 1 south and 13 south as they will be very wet, and there may be a possible reroute on trail 102 due to logging, (however, this will be a temporary re-route). Also, bridge on trail 8, East of Bergland is out and it is marked. The trail will be rerouted over the dam at the north end of the lake where the trail was a couple years ago. As was reported, a couple of sleds have been spotted on the lake, but that’s not recommended as yet!
Snowcross is at Blackjack this week and it should get everybody in the mood (not that you aren’t already!). Check back for the latest and we will look to keep you updated. You can always check out the view of the lake at www.walleyelodge.com or email us at iceman@walleyelodge.com .
Jim & Mary Beth: 906-575-3557
December 5, 2013 | Walleye Lodge
