Mancelona Trail Report
Jordan Valley Trails Council
Updated: 12/29/2009
Current Trail Conditions: Good to Excellent

The Blue Bear is smooth but dirty in spots. The new snow did cover up the w/e dirt. As of today it will be groomed daily again. The alba connecter and h bear are being groomed tonight

Petoskey Snowmobile Club
Base: 4 inches
Current Trail Conditions: Good

Local residents know how quickly the weather can change here in Northern Michigan. After last week’s rain and warmer temps, we now are under a winter weather advisory for lake-effect snow. The area received an inch or two yesterday and the forecast is for another 2-4 inches today with significant blowing. If we get closer to four inches, that will ensure that the groomers can continue to make their rounds and keep the trails in tip-top shape. We were getting a little worried about the base getting too thin to effectively groom without churning up dirt and debris. This extra snow is just what we need. We will post an update as soon as the groomers have a chance to make another round and report on additional snow accumulation and trail conditions.

See our trail map at http://www.petoskeysnowmobileclub.org

FROM THE CADILLAC WINTER PROMOTIONS
Wednesday 10:00–December 30, 2009

Got out for a ride yesterday and was amazed at how many folks are out there enjoying the trails. The local snowmobile club, Cadillac Winter Warriors, had their annal cookout on the trail yesterday at the intersection of Trail 6 and 37. What a great time that was! If you were in the area I sure hope you had a chance to stop by and warm up by the fire and have a chance to help support the club by buying some hot chocolate and brats or dogs. The Winter Warriors do a lot for our organization and the local community as well.

Can’t say enough good things about the trails. They are all in great shape inspite of the traffic. The groomers are out there constantly working to keep them in shape for you folks. Keep in mind our system is staffed entirely by volunteer drivers so let them know you appreciate their efforts when you see them out there.

Snow gauge: 8 inches

WOLF LAKE MOTEL AND RESORT
December 29

Hi Everyone, we have been getting 2" to 3" of snow everyday since Christmas Day, so the trails are getting back to good condition. We have had several of our guest extent their stay, so it can’t be too bad. I talked to the grooming coordinator 12-28-09 and was told that all the trails are scheduled to be completely groomed again by tonight 12-29-09 and again Friday and Sunday, barring any problems with the equipment. So this will make for some sweet riding this Holiday weekend. That is what is nice around here, we are in the middle of 6 different grooming clubs, if one isn’t grooming, one of the other Clubs are grooming. There will be some ice out on the trail in the curves, so slow down and enjoy yourself. Most county roads are snow covered, so getting fuel or food shouldn’t be a problem. There is tons of snow in the woods, so two tracken and seasonal roads are a blast right now. (Which there are tons of). There is going to be some Ice on the trails and roads, so be careful. THE LAKES ARE NOT SAFE YET.