We have been grooming out of Boon the last couple of days but no grooming out of our other locations yet. Spoke to the guy who groomed out of Boon yesterday and he said there is a noticeable difference in snow north of 26 Rd toward Mesick. Sledders are reporting trails are fine north of M55. Still not reports on southern network of trails or White Pine where snow is lighter.

Snow accumulation: 6-10 inches

1/31/13 Update:
Winter is back. The rain has stopped and it’s been snowing throughout the night. So far we’ve picked up a couple of inches and they are calling for lake effect snow from now through most of the weekend.

We need these cold temperatures to freeze things up and a fresh coating of snow just in time for the weekend. We did not lose all our snow. It’s still very white around here. As soon as I have a trail report, I’ll pass it along. Today expect to find ice and slushy snow in a lot of places so be careful.

Snow accumulation: 5.5 – 8.5 inches

REMEMBER there are fewer signs in the woods this winter so when you finally do get a chance to ride, take your time and enjoy the ride. The need for speed may be costly to you and to others. Assume every trail is a winding trail and be ready for the next curve.

A reminder to those who enjoy riding the White Pine Trail, State Park officials have asked snowmobilers to ‘refrain from operating snowmobiles when less than four inches of snow cover the trail.’

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VIA CADILLAC WINTER PROMOTIONS
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WOW!!! Finally the end of January and we are living up to our name BIG SNOW COUNTRY. We got 5″ of new snow over night with 3 to 5 more inches for today and 2 to 4 more for tonight. Just what we have been waiting for. It’s here!

The Gogebic Range Trail Authority: Reports both groomers are up and running. Trail 2 was freshly groomed and Trail 8 is being groomed now. The GRTA are reporting trails are in decent shape and will be working on the trails every day. So be patient and give them a chance to get the trails back in shape after the break downs. With all our new snow we should have the trails back in great shape….

The Lake Gogebic groomers report: All trails are in good to very good condition. Groomers are out running continuously on all of our trails to keep them in the best possible shape. PLEASE REMEMBER TO PULL OVER IF YOU SEE A GROOMER. THEY HAVE THE RIGHT OF WAY… Don’t forget about the Radar Run this weekend in front of the Gogebic Lodge.

The Watersmeet groomers went out last night all trails are groomed and are in good to very good conditions. Trails in the Bruce Crossing area are also in good condition. Still please ride safe!!!

Keep in mind groomers can be out day or night so watch out for them and please pull over or slow down and wait for the operator to signal you by.

Please be careful on corners as you know several Michigan Trail signs have been discontinued. These signs are posted on our trail map. PLEASE BE SAFE!!!!

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The 2nd Annual Radar Run will be held on Lake Gogebic in front of the Gogebic Lodge (Hwy 64) on Feb. 2nd. There will be stock and modified classes, trophies and a bikini run. Two tracks – ice and packed snow. For more info call Kent at 906-842-3324.