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Traverse City Area Trail Report – 02/21

TRAVERSE CITY AREA UPDATE via Ranch Rudolf >> 01/21

Yesterday’s task was shoveling Ranch roofs and moving snow. So much snow this winter! ❄️

Let’s do it again this weekend!

Open Saturday, Feb 22, noon to 5pm for lunches. Open Sunday, Feb 23, noon to 3pm for lunches.
We might be able to squeeze in one more winter hayride with Beau and Knox this wknd. If you’d like to book a ride for your group call 231-947-9529. They are real close to being on vacation mode 😎

Trails are top notch and groomers are running. Enjoy it!

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TRAVERSE CITY AREA UPDATE via Grand Traverse Area Snowmobile Club >> 02/21

Groomer driver Ben and future groomer driver Kersch, groomed the south trail yesterday. They reported that condition are fantastic! Get out there and enjoy those trails before the short warm up. Thank you Ben and Kersch for volunteering your time to make our trails great! Remember, Ride Right, Ride Safe, Ride Sober.

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Tuesday December 23rd, 2025 - 8:41 am

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WEATHER UPDATE via Michigan Storm Chasers >> In the spirit of Christmas, here's today's forecast for December 23rd, 2025 that really doesn't feel much like the holiday season. Let's discuss!
Temperatures are slow-going to rise, then suddenly as we reach the afternoon hours, temperatures snap into the mid-40's for much of the state. Many locations close to the MI/OH border may surpass 50°F. Further north, mid-30's are likely. Sunshine will be noticeable out there today, as partly cloudy skies are the main icon. Winds will increase beyond noon as well, gusting between 20-30 mph for most, with some isolated spots in northeast Michigan, and along Lake Superior gusting 30-40 mph. Winds will be out of the west, and more details on the wind will be posted next. A light round of mixed precipitation is possible overnight into Wednesday for the Sault Ste. Marie region.
Keep on following for continued statewide forecasts throughout the week, right here at Michigan Storm Chasers, your most-trusted source for statewide forecasts and weather coverage. #miweather #gaylord #cadillac #benzie #traversecity #petoskeyIn the spirit of Christmas, here's today's forecast for December 23rd, 2025 that really doesn't feel much like the holiday season. Let's discuss!

Temperatures are slow-going to rise, then suddenly as we reach the afternoon hours, temperatures snap into the mid-40's for much of the state. Many locations close to the MI/OH border may surpass 50°F. Further north, mid-30's are likely. Sunshine will be noticeable out there today, as partly cloudy skies are the main icon. Winds will increase beyond noon as well, gusting between 20-30 mph for most, with some isolated spots in northeast Michigan, and along Lake Superior gusting 30-40 mph. Winds will be out of the west, and more details on the wind will be posted next. A light round of mixed precipitation is possible overnight into Wednesday for the Sault Ste. Marie region.

Keep on following for continued statewide forecasts throughout the week, right here at Michigan Storm Chasers, your most-trusted source for statewide forecasts and weather coverage.

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WEATHER UPDATE via Michigan Storm Chasers >> In the spirit of Christmas, heres todays forecast for December 23rd, 2025 that really doesnt feel much like the holiday season. Lets discuss!
Temperatures are slow-going to rise, then suddenly as we reach the afternoon hours, temperatures snap into the mid-40s for much of the state. Many locations close to the MI/OH border may surpass 50°F. Further north, mid-30s are likely. Sunshine will be noticeable out there today, as partly cloudy skies are the main icon. Winds will increase beyond noon as well, gusting between 20-30 mph for most, with some isolated spots in northeast Michigan, and along Lake Superior gusting 30-40 mph. Winds will be out of the west, and more details on the wind will be posted next. A light round of mixed precipitation is possible overnight into Wednesday for the Sault Ste. Marie region.
Keep on following for continued statewide forecasts throughout the week, right here at Michigan Storm Chasers, your most-trusted source for statewide forecasts and weather coverage. #miweather #gaylord #cadillac #benzie #traversecity #petoskey

Tuesday December 23rd, 2025 - 8:28 am

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WEATHER UPDATE via US National Weather Service Gaylord Michigan >> Expecting light / minimal precipitation through Christmas Day. A larger system builds late Thursday night (Christmas Day) into Friday, bringing a wintry mix to the region, lingering into the weekend. Travel impacts are possible during this period of time. #miweather #gaylord #cadillac #benzie #traversecity #petoskey ... See MoreSee Less

WEATHER UPDATE via US National Weather Service Gaylord Michigan >> Expecting light / minimal precipitation through Christmas Day. A larger system builds late Thursday night (Christmas Day) into Friday, bringing a wintry mix to the region, lingering into the weekend. Travel impacts are possible during this period of time. #miweather #gaylord #cadillac #benzie #traversecity #petoskeyImage attachment

Monday December 22nd, 2025 - 11:59 am

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WEATHER UPDATE via US National Weather Service Gaylord Michigan >> Light snow today brings minor accumulations, with lingering snow Tuesday mainly across eastern Upper. Partly cloudy skies Christmas Eve, then a light rain/snow mix is expected late Christmas Day. Pockets of isolated light freezing drizzle are possible today/ tonight– On ice and snow, take it slow! #miweather #gaylord #cadillac #benzie #traversecity #petoskeyLight snow today brings minor accumulations, with lingering snow Tuesday mainly across eastern Upper. Partly cloudy skies Christmas Eve, then a light rain/snow mix is expected late Christmas Day. Pockets of isolated light freezing drizzle are possible today/ tonight– On ice and snow, take it slow! #MIwx ... See MoreSee Less

WEATHER UPDATE via US National Weather Service Gaylord Michigan >> Light snow today brings minor accumulations, with lingering snow Tuesday mainly across eastern Upper. Partly cloudy skies Christmas Eve, then a light rain/snow mix is expected late Christmas Day. Pockets of isolated light freezing drizzle are possible today/ tonight– On ice and snow, take it slow! #miweather #gaylord #cadillac #benzie #traversecity #petoskey

Monday December 22nd, 2025 - 11:38 am

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TRAVERSE CITY AREA UPDATE via Grand Traverse Area Snowmobile Club >> I know, I know, I'm late in reporting the trail conditions. Yes, the trails took a hit with the last warm up. But the good news is that we didn't receive the heavy rains as forecasted. We have a crusty, icey base still on the trails and we continue to get light flurries, but unfortunately, no accumulating snow. The trails are currently rated as poor. We need to survive this week's warmer temps and get a good dumping and we will be back in business. The GTASC groomer drivers will be ready when that time comes. Remember when you ride, Ride Right, Ride Safe, Ride Sober.
And when were able to ride, or your just out and about looking for family dining, serving breakfest, lunch and dinner, and pizza too. Please make sure you stop in at the Yankee Boy Restaurant for a bite to eat. When the snow returns, you can access them from the trail. Yankee Boy is a sponsor of the GTASC. Follow them on Facebook for their daily specials. Please support those businesses that support our sport. #traversecity #snowphotosI know, I know, I'm late in reporting the trail conditions. Yes, the trails took a hit with the last warm up. But the good news is that we didn't receive the heavy rains as forecasted. We have a crusty, icey base still on the trails and we continue to get light flurries, but unfortunately, no accumulating snow. The trails are currently rated as poor. We need to survive this week's warmer temps and get a good dumping and we will be back in business. The GTASC groomer drivers will be ready when that time comes. Remember when you ride, Ride Right, Ride Safe, Ride Sober.

And when were able to ride, or your just out and about looking for family dining, serving breakfest, lunch and dinner, and pizza too. Please make sure you stop in at the Yankee Boy Restaurant for a bite to eat. When the snow returns, you can access them from the trail. Yankee Boy is a sponsor of the GTASC. Follow them on Facebook for their daily specials. Please support those businesses that support our sport.
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TRAVERSE CITY AREA UPDATE via Grand Traverse Area Snowmobile Club >> I know, I know, Im late in reporting the trail conditions.   Yes, the trails took a hit with the last warm up.  But the good news is that we didnt receive the heavy rains as forecasted.  We have a crusty, icey base still on the trails and we continue to get light flurries, but unfortunately,  no accumulating snow.  The trails are currently rated as poor.  We need to survive this weeks warmer temps and get a good dumping and we will be back in business.  The GTASC groomer drivers will be ready when that time comes.  Remember when you ride, Ride Right, Ride Safe, Ride Sober. 
And when were able to ride, or your just out and about looking for family dining, serving breakfest, lunch and dinner, and pizza too.  Please make sure you stop in at the Yankee Boy Restaurant for a bite to eat.  When the snow returns, you can access them from the trail.  Yankee Boy is a sponsor of the GTASC.  Follow them on Facebook for their daily specials.  Please support those businesses that support our sport. #traversecity #snowphotos

Sunday December 21st, 2025 - 12:48 pm

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WEATHER UPDATE via US National Weather Service Gaylord Michigan >> Lake effect snow showers linger today with highs in the 20s. Widespread light to moderate snow arrives Monday into Tuesday before temperatures moderate into the 30s and 40s midweek. #miweather #gaylord #cadillac #benzie #traversecity #petoskeyLake effect snow showers linger today with highs in the 20s. Widespread light to moderate snow arrives Monday into Tuesday before temperatures moderate into the 30s and 40s midweek. #MIwx ... See MoreSee Less

WEATHER UPDATE via US National Weather Service Gaylord Michigan >> Lake effect snow showers linger today with highs in the 20s. Widespread light to moderate snow arrives Monday into Tuesday before temperatures moderate into the 30s and 40s midweek. #miweather #gaylord #cadillac #benzie #traversecity #petoskey

Saturday December 20th, 2025 - 12:22 pm

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WEATHER UPDATE via Michigan Storm Chasers >> Here is our last call for ongoing system snow and lake effect snow from now through Sunday evening at 6 pm EST, December 20th & 21st, 2025.
Uncertainty exists primarily in our trace-1" category which extends from Frankfort and Alpena south to I-96/I-69. The clipper moving through today may produce a quick squall of rain & snow with minimal accumulation some time beyond 1 pm EST, but models haven't determined if this band will solidify or not. If it does, the chance for a rain/snow mix exists in areas highlighted in the pink dashed box. This rain/snow mix would only be today. Any snow on Sunday will be lake effect off of Lake Superior, hence why our highest totals of 4-8" are located east of Munising over to Paradise. Not too impactful of a system in terms of Michigander standards, but do take it slow if you encounter any snow squalls and/or visibly slick roads. #miweather #keweenaw #westernup #marquette #munising #seney #newberry #soo #straitsarea #gaylord #cadillac #benzie #traversecity #petoskeyHere is our last call for ongoing system snow and lake effect snow from now through Sunday evening at 6 pm EST, December 20th & 21st, 2025.

Uncertainty exists primarily in our trace-1" category which extends from Frankfort and Alpena south to I-96/I-69. The clipper moving through today may produce a quick squall of rain & snow with minimal accumulation some time beyond 1 pm EST, but models haven't determined if this band will solidify or not. If it does, the chance for a rain/snow mix exists in areas highlighted in the pink dashed box. This rain/snow mix would only be today. Any snow on Sunday will be lake effect off of Lake Superior, hence why our highest totals of 4-8" are located east of Munising over to Paradise. Not too impactful of a system in terms of Michigander standards, but do take it slow if you encounter any snow squalls and/or visibly slick roads.

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WEATHER UPDATE via Michigan Storm Chasers >> Here is our last call for ongoing system snow and lake effect snow from now through Sunday evening at 6 pm EST, December 20th & 21st, 2025.
Uncertainty exists primarily in our trace-1 category which extends from Frankfort and Alpena south to I-96/I-69. The clipper moving through today may produce a quick squall of rain & snow with minimal accumulation some time beyond 1 pm EST, but models havent determined if this band will solidify or not. If it does, the chance for a rain/snow mix exists in areas highlighted in the pink dashed box. This rain/snow mix would only be today. Any snow on Sunday will be lake effect off of Lake Superior, hence why our highest totals of 4-8 are located east of Munising over to Paradise. Not too impactful of a system in terms of Michigander standards, but do take it slow if you encounter any snow squalls and/or visibly slick roads. #miweather #keweenaw #westernup #marquette #munising #seney #newberry #soo #straitsarea #gaylord #cadillac #benzie #traversecity #petoskey

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A snow squall. Maybe that’s what we had going on in Wakefield today. It was nuts!

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February 21, 2025 |

Houghton Lake Trail Report – 02/21

HOUGHTON LAKE UPDATE via Spicer’s Boat City >> 02/21

Hello Riders, welcome to another great weekend to ride.

All of the Houghton Lake trails are groomed except to the West, Pat will head out in the morning to groom that side.

The trails are looking good, no snirt in sight. A warm up will come through over the weekend, but we are looking for some more accumulation mid-week. We should be getting a good to great ride in all of the Northern Lower.

The lake is looking good, check with the local fisherman or the bait shops for current ice conditions.

Our sled inventory is changing daily, please contact sales with any questions. Easy-Move snowmobile storage and work stands are fully stocked. $10 off in stock Woody’s carbides when you mention this ad.

For the YAMAHA riders out there we have stocked belts, carbides, hyfax and oil. We are still stocking for our ARCTIC CAT riders as well. Our accessory department is loaded up with everything you will need to stay warm this winter. Stop in and have one of our winter gear professionals get you ready for your outdoor adventures. We would like to see the pictures of your adventures on the trails. Like us on Facebook and share your photos. Don’t forget to support your local snowmobile clubs, they keep it great for us.

Check out our on line store and parts finder at www.spicersboatcity.com Always be aware of your surroundings and ride within your limits. Tess

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