JORDAN VALLEY AREA UPDATE via Jordan Valley Trails Council >> 02/04
Another great day in the grooming world today! Thank you to Cecil for freezing his backside off all day changing a coolant line he unfortunately discovered at midnight last night that was purging fluid as he was grooming. Mike showed up for moral support and they were able to get it off and find a suitable replacement to get it back on the trail quickly. After getting a report of a tree down, Archie was able to get right out there and take care of the hazard up by the EJ clubhouse, thanks Archie! Thank you to our DNR contact Tom, he was able to deliver our downed tractor back to the snowmobile club today, it will make it much better for putting the new track on when it shows up.
Trails are shaping up very nice as of late! We’ve received some dense snow lately that has mixed well with the fluffy lake effect that’s fell on us all year. Hats off to our volunteers who have adjusted schedules and groomed as needed to ensure all our trails are getting groomed, while we are down 1 unit and at one point down 2 units, we couldn’t do it without you guys and gals! We’ll continue to groom all week building up for what will be another busy weekend. With our area being the best conditions in the NLP, traffic has been exceptionally high the last month. Thank you riders for bearing with us on trail conditions, everyone is all hands on deck trying to keep up everyday of the week.
Get out and enjoy the great trails of the state, have a safe and enjoyable ride!
WEATHER UPDATE via US National Weather Service Gaylord Michigan >> NOT TO BE FORGOTTEN! Before we face the potentially larger system later this weekend... we have to contend with a round of snow and wind later TONIGHT into the FRIDAY MORNING COMMUTE. 🌬️❄️🚙 Accumulating and blowing snow is expected across most of northern Michigan, especially Friday morning. Bursts of heavy snow falling at 1-2” per hour combined with wind gusts of 30-45+ mph will likely lead to whiteouts at times Friday morning, especially across open areas. Be sure to use caution if traveling! #miweather #gaylord#cadillac#benzie#traversecity#petoskeyNOT TO BE FORGOTTEN! Before we face the potentially larger system later this weekend... we have to contend with a round of snow and wind later TONIGHT into the FRIDAY MORNING COMMUTE. 🌬️❄️🚙
Accumulating and blowing snow is expected across most of northern Michigan, especially Friday morning. Bursts of heavy snow falling at 1-2” per hour combined with wind gusts of 30-45+ mph will likely lead to whiteouts at times Friday morning, especially across open areas. Be sure to use caution if traveling!
WEATHER UPDATE via US National Weather Service Gaylord Michigan >> Northern Michigan, we know you’re interested in this weekend’s forecast. Here is the latest: A major winter storm is likely to impact the state Sunday into Monday. Yes, this does include the potential for 12”+ of snow for some areas and heavy icing for others. That said, there is still high uncertainty in specific snowfall/icing amounts and the location of where these highest amounts may end up since we’re still several days away. Significant changes in forecast impacts for specific locations are still possible at this time range. Because of this, caution should be used when looking at detailed forecast amounts several days in advance. We are monitoring this upcoming storm closely and will be providing forecast updates as confidence in impacts across the area increases. #miweather #gaylord#cadillac#benzie#traversecity#petoskeyNorthern Michigan, we know you’re interested in this weekend’s forecast. Here is the latest:
A major winter storm is likely to impact the state Sunday into Monday. Yes, this does include the potential for 12”+ of snow for some areas and heavy icing for others. That said, there is still high uncertainty in specific snowfall/icing amounts and the location of where these highest amounts may end up since we’re still several days away. Significant changes in forecast impacts for specific locations are still possible at this time range. Because of this, caution should be used when looking at detailed forecast amounts several days in advance. We are monitoring this upcoming storm closely and will be providing forecast updates as confidence in impacts across the area increases. ... See MoreSee Less
WEATHER UPDATE via US National Weather Service Gaylord Michigan >> A winter storm is expected to impact the Great Lakes this weekend, with potential for a wide range of hazards including heavy snow, a wintry mix, and heavy rain and thunderstorm potential. Expect forecast refinements in the coming days. #miweather #gaylord#cadillac#benzie#traversecity#petoskeyA winter storm is expected to impact the Great Lakes this weekend, with potential for a wide range of hazards including heavy snow, a wintry mix, and heavy rain and thunderstorm potential. Expect forecast refinements in the coming days. ... See MoreSee Less
WEATHER UPDATE via US National Weather Service Gaylord Michigan >> Freezing rain, sleet, and snow will continue at times across northern Michigan into this evening. Heaviest additional icing is expected this morning into early afternoon with heaviest snow expected to come late morning into late afternoon. Localized power outages and hazardous travel will remain possible into tonight. #miweather #gaylord#cadillac#benzie#traversecity#petoskeyFreezing rain, sleet, and snow will continue at times across northern Michigan into this evening. Heaviest additional icing is expected this morning into early afternoon with heaviest snow expected to come late morning into late afternoon. Localized power outages and hazardous travel will remain possible into tonight. ... See MoreSee Less
FREDERIC - GAYLORD AREA UPDATE via Sledheads of Frederic , Michigan Snowmobiling >> Its a cloudy 44 degrees out with lots of mud everywhere. Snow has been on meltdown mode and there is still ice and mush around but I think it really is done now. If we do manage to get a storm it will only be good for the first few on it. I was out by Bear Lake yesterday and took a pic of the groomer setting there in the mud. Other pics are just outside of Sledheads here. Thank you to everyone that stopped by here this winter. That was round 29 so next season will be 30 winters with many of them only so so winters. Still fun, just some times more fun than others. Thanks for checking in. Pete #gaylord#snowphotos#mudphotos... See MoreSee Less
Its a cloudy 44 degrees out with lots of mud everywhere. Snow has been on meltdown mode and there is still ice and mush around but I think it really is done now. If we do manage to get a storm it w…
WEATHER UPDATE via US National Weather Service Gaylord Michigan >> Freezing rain, sleet, and snow are expected across northern Michigan later today through Wednesday. Heaviest icing is expected across northeast lower Michigan late this evening into Wednesday morning. Heaviest snow will begin late this evening and last into Wednesday evening across the eastern U.P. Slippery roads and reduced visibility will lead to hazardous travel for many, and ice-covered power lines and branches may lead to power outages across parts of northeast lower Michigan. Stay tuned to the latest forecast for updates! #miweather #gaylord#cadillac#benzie#traversecity#petoskeyFreezing rain, sleet, and snow are expected across northern Michigan later today through Wednesday. Heaviest icing is expected across northeast lower Michigan late this evening into Wednesday morning. Heaviest snow will begin late this evening and last into Wednesday evening across the eastern U.P. Slippery roads and reduced visibility will lead to hazardous travel for many, and ice-covered power lines and branches may lead to power outages across parts of northeast lower Michigan. Stay tuned to the latest forecast for updates! ... See MoreSee Less
WEATHER UPDATE via US National Weather Service Gaylord Michigan >> A mix of snow, sleet, freezing rain, and rain is expected across northern Michigan late Tuesday through Wednesday. Highest snowfall totals are anticipated across the eastern U.P. while best chances for icing will come south of the bridge, especially between M-32 and M-55. The mix the precip types will likely bring slippery roads, ice-covered surfaces, and hazardous travel. Stay tuned to the latest forecast for updates! #miweather #gaylord#cadillac#benzie#traversecity#petoskey #soo #newberryA mix of snow, sleet, freezing rain, and rain is expected across northern Michigan late Tuesday through Wednesday. Highest snowfall totals are anticipated across the eastern U.P. while best chances for icing will come south of the bridge, especially between M-32 and M-55. The mix the precip types will likely bring slippery roads, ice-covered surfaces, and hazardous travel. Stay tuned to the latest forecast for updates! ... See MoreSee Less