Here are the latest reports that we have:

TASA – January 5, 2010 2:00 p.m.

Total snowfall overnight was about 2 inches and things are looking great with light snow expected every day.

Trail #9 south to Hemlock Ridge road (trail 2) has a 1 -4 inch base and is in good condition.

Trail #9 north is in great condition. The base is 6 – 8 inches and riders are reporting great conditions and alot of snow on the ground.

Trail #45 North is in good shape with a 4-6 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

Trail #2 to Rexton is in good condition with a 1 -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.

Trail #473 Rexton to Trout lake is being groomed today to the power lines, It has a 1 -3 inch base and is in good condition.

Town trails are open and in great condition with a 2 – 4 inch base.

*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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Cathy is down south in South Carolina and no longer able to do this trail report.

You can keep up with Cathy at www.yooperyarns.com

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BENZIE BUREAU – 01/04
Hi all! Happy NEW YEAR! Well we have been pounded the last few days! We have gotten anywhere from 6 – 12 inches PLUS! Lots of fluff though and some wind so you are seeing deep deep snow in some spots with drifing. Base is holding up under several inches of fluff. Its a bit warmer wetter snow coming down today which should help pack the fluff down some. Groomers are out but the Bear Lake loop is not being groomed for the moment, when I hear that resumes, I’ll let ya know. Remember the groomers are volunteers out there for you, so if ya see one, get outta their way and give them a thumbs up. Grooming is done 4 days a week, by 3 groomers at different parts of the trail every Mon, Wed, Fri, and Sat. nights, plus "as needed". FYI – Snowmobile Safety class at the Snowbirds Clubhouse is coming up this Saturday, January 9, 2010, 8am start, ages 12 and up. Free, & Lunch is provided. So, drop me a note that you are out there! I love hearing your stories and reports! This report is all of us working it together! BE SAFE, BE SMART, and I’ll SEEYA on the trails! Carol B — Benzie Bureau

Benzie-Manistee Snowmobile Club – 01/05
There’s 5 inches ground cover on north end, with 4 of it being ice and 1 being snow; excellent condition. On the South end we have 4 inches base with it being ALL ICE; good condition. Bear Lake loop will NOT be groomed. Will report when that resumes. The trail on Highbridge Rd. from Old House Rd into the woods on River Rd is mogulley. Slow going there. The lady bugs in the machine has been taken care of. The trails are ICED over. We had our first casuality. So REMEMBER RIDE FOR THE CONDITIONS, SLOW DOWN!!!! Don’t forget our Snowmobile Safety class next Saturday; plan to join us ages 12 and up or just refresh you it’s FREE. Weather forecast is freezing drizzle and heavy lake effect. Temps will be in the teens to single digits. We wish you all a Happy New Year. Ski slopes are open and ready for your arrival. Hope your sleds are tuned up gassed up and ready for the snowmobile season. Support your winter sport don’t forget to buy your trail permit for 2010 season here. We sell permits through our members or at local merchants in this area and remember to get our trail map. More info on our web about who to contact