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Ontonagon Area Trail Report – 12/03

ONTONAGON AREA UPDATE via North Country Snowmobile Club UP – 12/03

Welcome to the 2025 snowmobile season! It’s going to be a great one!

Groomer Mikey took Chad, Hollywood, and TC Troll Joe out for a nice 10 hour training/brushing session Sunday! Here’s the team’s notes! Thank you to our volunteers and Mike O. for sharing his depth of knowledge and expertise around our club.

❄Need More snow, but an EXCELLENT BASE is shaping up! Light freezing rain bouts swung through bringing much needed moisture to the dry lake effect snow, creating the excellent base

❄Snow settled Monday and Tuesday as temps warmed into the low 20’s as the freezing rain swung thru

❄Trails 13, 137, and portions of trail 12 were brushed open, track packed, and rolled

❄Wet areas are VERY WET

❄If you want to ride, come ride! You will see dynamic trail conditions from good to mud. We are not grooming at this time, but sleds sure help hammer the frost in! Trails are full of hazards from early season conditions (Rocks, mud, flowing water, slush pools, low or no snow)

A nice clipper system is swinging through this week and Michigan does seem to be Michigan-ing again, which is pretty neat. Lots of snow forecast this month!! BE ready!

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Monday December 29th, 2025 - 6:29 pm

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WEATHER UPDATE via US National Weather Service Marquette Michigan >> Lingering lake effect snow and blowing snow tonight, especially in the east. Then, widespread light snow tomorrow with another round of lake effect snow Tuesday night into Wednesday. #miweather #keweenaw #westernup #marquette #munising #seney #newberry #soo #straitsareaLingering lake effect snow and blowing snow tonight, especially in the east. Then, widespread light snow tomorrow with another round of lake effect snow Tuesday night into Wednesday. ... See MoreSee Less

WEATHER UPDATE via US National Weather Service Marquette Michigan >> Lingering lake effect snow and blowing snow tonight, especially in the east. Then, widespread light snow tomorrow with another round of lake effect snow Tuesday night into Wednesday. #miweather #keweenaw #westernup #marquette #munising #seney #newberry #soo #straitsarea

Monday December 29th, 2025 - 5:04 pm

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ONTONAGON AREA UPDATE via North Country Snowmobile Club UP >> Steve is out on Trail #13, grooming between Hamilton's North Coast Adventures and Rockland. He will then groom Trail #137 into Ontonagon, refuel and groom it all again on the way back.
He then plans to hit Trail #12 into White Pine, continue on Trail #1 to the Porcupine Mountain Ski Hill and do that all over again on the way back to base at HNCA.
Mac will be in the tractor by 3:00 grooming Trail #1 to Lake of the Clouds and when finished hit Trail #11 (South Boundary Road) to Trail #102 and bring it back to beautiful downtown White Pine.
Please be in the lookout for our machines and download Groomer Tracker to know exactly where we are!
Be careful out there and thank you for riding the 906!!! #ontonagon #westernupSteve is out on Trail #13, grooming between Hamilton's North Coast Adventures and Rockland. He will then groom Trail #137 into Ontonagon, refuel and groom it all again on the way back.

He then plans to hit Trail #12 into White Pine, continue on Trail #1 to the Porcupine Mountain Ski Hill and do that all over again on the way back to base at HNCA.

Mac will be in the tractor by 3:00 grooming Trail #1 to Lake of the Clouds and when finished hit Trail #11 (South Boundary Road) to Trail #102 and bring it back to beautiful downtown White Pine.

Please be in the lookout for our machines and download Groomer Tracker to know exactly where we are!

Be careful out there and thank you for riding the 906!!!
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ONTONAGON AREA UPDATE via North Country Snowmobile Club UP >> Steve is out on Trail #13, grooming between Hamiltons North Coast Adventures and Rockland.  He will then groom Trail  #137 into Ontonagon, refuel and groom it all again on the way back.  
He then plans to hit Trail #12 into White Pine, continue on Trail #1 to the Porcupine Mountain Ski Hill and do that all over again on the way back to base at HNCA.
Mac will be in the tractor by 3:00 grooming Trail #1 to Lake of the Clouds and when finished hit Trail #11 (South Boundary Road) to Trail #102 and bring it back to beautiful downtown White Pine. 
Please be in the lookout for our machines and download Groomer Tracker to know exactly where we are!
Be careful out there and thank you for riding the 906!!! #ontonagon #westernup

Monday December 29th, 2025 - 1:18 pm

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LAKE GOGEBIC AREA UPDATE via Bergland Outfitters Bait Shop & Motel >> I'd guess about 15 inches of new white play sand... #lakegogebic #westernup #snowphotosI'd guess about 15 inches of new white play sand ... See MoreSee Less

LAKE GOGEBIC AREA UPDATE via Bergland Outfitters Bait Shop & Motel >> Id guess about 15 inches of new white play sand... #lakegogebic #westernup #snowphotos

Monday December 29th, 2025 - 1:11 pm

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PAULDING - WESTERN U.P. UPDATE via Running Bear Resort >> What a storm!! 13 inches of snow overnight and still snowing! Some of you know this but for those of you that don't, I am a weather Observer for National Weather Service of Marquette MI . I have been doing this since 2013. So every day I make the trip down to my weather station and give them the readings for precipitation and temp. In the winter it's pretty exciting. At the end of the fence in the picture is where I walk down to my weather station and you can see how high the snow is on the fence, well around the corner the snow was even deeper, over my waist! It's a wake up for sure! The things I do 🙂 #westernup #snowphotosWhat a storm!! 13 inches of snow overnight and still snowing! Some of you know this but for those of you that don't, I am a weather Observer for National Weather Service of Marquette MI . I have been doing this since 2013. So every day I make the trip down to my weather station and give them the readings for precipitation and temp. In the winter it's pretty exciting. At the end of the fence in the picture is where I walk down to my weather station and you can see how high the snow is on the fence, well around the corner the snow was even deeper, over my waist! It's a wake up for sure! The things I do 🙂 ... See MoreSee Less

PAULDING - WESTERN U.P. UPDATE via Running Bear Resort >> What a storm!!  13 inches of snow overnight and still snowing! Some of you know this but for those of you that dont, I am a weather Observer for National Weather Service of Marquette MI . I have been doing this since 2013. So every day I make the trip down to my weather station and give them the readings for precipitation and temp. In the winter its pretty exciting. At the end of the fence in the picture is where I walk down to my weather station and you can see how high the snow is on the fence, well around the corner the snow was even deeper,  over my waist! Its a wake up for sure! The things I do 🙂 #westernup #snowphotos

Monday December 29th, 2025 - 1:02 pm

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ONTONAGON AREA UPDATE via Scott's Superior Inn and Cabins >> Ontonagon / Porcupine Mountains Snowmobile Trail Report
The predicted snowstorm did not disappoint! Higher elevations away from Lake Superior received over a foot of fresh snow, while the lakeshore areas picked up 4–6 inches of wet, heavy, packable snow.
With snowfall totals like this, it will take a couple of days for groomers to fully flatten and set up the trails. Strong winds—gusting up to 60 mph—have created deep drifts in spots, especially in open areas.
If you’re planning to ride in the next day or two, please use caution. Groomers will be doing their best to get on top of everything, but with this much snow and wind, it will take a little time to dial the trails in.
That said, the New Year is kicking off with a great start for snowmobiling in the Ontonagon and Porcupine Mountains area.
Happy trails and ride safe! 🛷❄️ #ontonagon #westernup #snowphotosOntonagon / Porcupine Mountains Snowmobile Trail Report

The predicted snowstorm did not disappoint! Higher elevations away from Lake Superior received over a foot of fresh snow, while the lakeshore areas picked up 4–6 inches of wet, heavy, packable snow.

With snowfall totals like this, it will take a couple of days for groomers to fully flatten and set up the trails. Strong winds—gusting up to 60 mph—have created deep drifts in spots, especially in open areas.

If you’re planning to ride in the next day or two, please use caution. Groomers will be doing their best to get on top of everything, but with this much snow and wind, it will take a little time to dial the trails in.

That said, the New Year is kicking off with a great start for snowmobiling in the Ontonagon and Porcupine Mountains area.

Happy trails and ride safe! 🛷❄️
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ONTONAGON AREA UPDATE via Scotts Superior Inn and Cabins >> Ontonagon / Porcupine Mountains Snowmobile Trail Report
The predicted snowstorm did not disappoint! Higher elevations away from Lake Superior received over a foot of fresh snow, while the lakeshore areas picked up 4–6 inches of wet, heavy, packable snow.
With snowfall totals like this, it will take a couple of days for groomers to fully flatten and set up the trails. Strong winds—gusting up to 60 mph—have created deep drifts in spots, especially in open areas.
If you’re planning to ride in the next day or two, please use caution. Groomers will be doing their best to get on top of everything, but with this much snow and wind, it will take a little time to dial the trails in.
That said, the New Year is kicking off with a great start for snowmobiling in the Ontonagon and Porcupine Mountains area.
Happy trails and ride safe! 🛷❄️ #ontonagon #westernup #snowphotos

Monday December 29th, 2025 - 12:12 pm

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ONTONAGON AREA UPDATE via North Country Snowmobile Club UP >> Well Ma Nature tried to make up for the damage she did last week with a good dumping of snow on our system.
It's 17° and still snowing lightly in beautiful downtown White Pine. As soon as we clean up enough to get out of our homes we will head out to repair and groom.
The plan is for Steve to leave out of Hamilton's North Coast Adventures and Tractor Mac will head out from White Pine. We will update all when we see what we see.
Be safe out there!
Ride the 906! #ontonagon #westernup #snowphotosWell Ma Nature tried to make up for the damage she did last week with a good dumping of snow on our system.

It's 17° and still snowing lightly in beautiful downtown White Pine. As soon as we clean up enough to get out of our homes we will head out to repair and groom.

The plan is for Steve to leave out of Hamilton's North Coast Adventures and Tractor Mac will head out from White Pine. We will update all when we see what we see.

Be safe out there!
Ride the 906!
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ONTONAGON AREA UPDATE via North Country Snowmobile Club UP >> Well Ma Nature tried to make up for the damage she did last week with a good dumping of snow on our system. 
Its 17° and still snowing lightly in beautiful downtown White Pine.  As soon as we clean up enough to get out of our homes we will head out to repair and groom.
The plan is for Steve to leave out of Hamiltons North Coast Adventures and Tractor Mac will head out from White Pine.  We will update all when we see what we see.
Be safe out there!
Ride the 906! #ontonagon #westernup #snowphotos

Monday December 29th, 2025 - 12:10 pm

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MASS CITY - WESTERN U.P. UPDATE via Adventure Motel >> ❄️Anywhere from 10”-15” of fresh snow fell last night, light snow continues ❄️
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📱text/call 906-477-3575 #westernup #keweenaw #snowphotos❄️Anywhere from 10”-15” of fresh snow fell last night, light snow continues ❄️
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📱text/call 906-477-3575
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MASS CITY - WESTERN U.P. UPDATE via Adventure Motel >> ❄️Anywhere from 10”-15” of fresh snow fell last night, light snow continues ❄️
🏨book online adventuremotel.net
☎️906-883-3520
📱text/call 906-477-3575 #westernup #keweenaw #snowphotos

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Monday December 29th, 2025 - 12:05 pm

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BESSEMER - WESTERN U.P. UPDATE via Trails-North Powersports LLC >> 🥰 We did get a little ❄️❄️❄️😊 some reports coming in are saying around 24" ❤️ I may have to go for a RIP this afternoon 🤟 Be safe out there 💯 We are open 🌬️❄️❄️❄️❤️ #bessemer #westernup #snowphotos ... See MoreSee Less

Monday December 29th, 2025 - 11:51 am

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WATERSMEET - WESTERN U.P. UPDATE via U.P. Thunder Riders Snowmobile Club >> Updated 12/29/2025. The big storm has hit and still hitting. We will be getting groomers out as soon as they can get dug out of their own homes and power gets restored. With all the snow and extreme high winds we had there may be trees down so if you are out watch out for trees down and any other possible hidden hazards. If you come across trees down please try to move them completely off the trail for us and the safety of all riders. Thanks for all your support and ride right. #westernup ... See MoreSee Less

Monday December 29th, 2025 - 3:34 am

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WEATHER UPDATE via Meteorologist Brad Sugden >> The U.P right now! Already 10.5 inches by Ironwood as of 11pm! Wow!
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Blizzard! #miweather #westernup #munising #newberry #snowphotos
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Monday December 29th, 2025 - 6:29 pm

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WEATHER UPDATE via US National Weather Service Marquette Michigan >> Lingering lake effect snow and blowing snow tonight, especially in the east. Then, widespread light snow tomorrow with another round of lake effect snow Tuesday night into Wednesday. #miweather #keweenaw #westernup #marquette #munising #seney #newberry #soo #straitsareaLingering lake effect snow and blowing snow tonight, especially in the east. Then, widespread light snow tomorrow with another round of lake effect snow Tuesday night into Wednesday. ... See MoreSee Less

WEATHER UPDATE via US National Weather Service Marquette Michigan >> Lingering lake effect snow and blowing snow tonight, especially in the east. Then, widespread light snow tomorrow with another round of lake effect snow Tuesday night into Wednesday. #miweather #keweenaw #westernup #marquette #munising #seney #newberry #soo #straitsarea

Monday December 29th, 2025 - 6:18 pm

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WEATHER UPDATE via US National Weather Service Gaylord Michigan >> Next round of accumulating snow is expected for the snow belts Tue PM through Wed. Several inches of snow is expected across parts of northwest lower and eastern upper Michigan, with a high chance for 4” or more. #miweather #gaylord #cadillac #benzie #traversecity #petoskey #soo #newberryNext round of accumulating snow is expected for the snow belts Tue PM through Wed. Several inches of snow is expected across parts of northwest lower and eastern upper Michigan, with a high chance for 4” or more. ... See MoreSee Less

WEATHER UPDATE via US National Weather Service Gaylord Michigan >> Next round of accumulating snow is expected for the snow belts Tue PM through Wed. Several inches of snow is expected across parts of northwest lower and eastern upper Michigan, with a high chance for 4” or more. #miweather #gaylord #cadillac #benzie #traversecity #petoskey #soo #newberry

Monday December 29th, 2025 - 4:55 pm

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PARADISE AREA UPDATE via Chics Hot Dog Stand 8 and 452 Paradise >> I had to bring out the yard stick for this measure. Give or take a few inches.... there's a lot of snow out there!
Happy trails to you until we meet again
~Chic💜 #paradise #newberry #snowphotosI had to bring out the yard stick for this measure. Give or take a few inches.... there's a lot of snow out there!

Happy trails to you until we meet again
~Chic💜
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PARADISE AREA UPDATE via Chics Hot Dog Stand 8 and 452 Paradise >> I had to bring out the yard stick for this measure. Give or take a few inches.... theres a lot of snow out there!
Happy trails to you until we meet again 
~Chic💜 #paradise #newberry #snowphotos

Monday December 29th, 2025 - 1:24 pm

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GRAND MARAIS AREA UPDATE via Grand Marais Tavern >> The generator is up and running!! We will be open soon.
Limited menu, cash only!! Watch for the lights!! #grandmarais #newberry #snowphotos
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GRAND MARAIS AREA UPDATE via Grand Marais Tavern >> The generator is up and running!! We will be open soon. 
Limited menu, cash only!! Watch for the lights!! #grandmarais #newberry #snowphotosImage attachment

Monday December 29th, 2025 - 1:18 pm

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TROUT LAKE - EASTERN U.P. UPDATE via The Rail House-Trout Lake MI >> Welp... we had to give it a shot but only made it a few miles before we turned around and headed back in. The wind makes it hard to tell exactly how much snow we have gotten in the last 24hrs but its pretty significant. Roads are NOT passable. Please don't try to go out until the county trucks are able to do a pass or 2. If you are familiar with our area, this pic was taken on Huckleberry road on the South side of the lake. #troutlake #newberry #snowphotosWelp... we had to give it a shot but only made it a few miles before we turned around and headed back in. The wind makes it hard to tell exactly how much snow we have gotten in the last 24hrs but its pretty significant. Roads are NOT passable. Please don't try to go out until the county trucks are able to do a pass or 2. If you are familiar with our area, this pic was taken on Huckleberry road on the South side of the lake. ... See MoreSee Less

TROUT LAKE - EASTERN U.P. UPDATE via The Rail House-Trout Lake MI >> Welp... we had to give it a shot but only made it a few miles before we turned around and headed back in. The wind makes it hard to tell exactly how much snow we have gotten in the last 24hrs but its pretty significant.  Roads are NOT passable. Please dont try to go out until the county trucks are able to do a pass or 2. If you are familiar with our area, this pic was taken on Huckleberry road on the South side of the lake. #troutlake #newberry #snowphotos

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Monday December 29th, 2025 - 1:12 pm

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GRAND MARAIS AREA UPDATE via Grand Marais Outfitters Michigan >> Closed today due to widespread power outage and blizzard conditions. Online store orders that were received this weekend will be a little delayed with shipping. You are welcome to place an online store order and we will ship out as soon as we dig out and get power back! Stay safe out there. #grandmarais #newberry #snowphotos ... See MoreSee Less

Monday December 29th, 2025 - 1:01 pm

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SENEY AREA UPDATE via Mater's Stop -N- Go Gas Station >> We will remain closed today unless the weather improves this afternoon. I will provide updates throughout the day, but currently, it is not advisable for anyone to venture out on these roads. #seney #newberry ... See MoreSee Less

Monday December 29th, 2025 - 12:55 pm

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WEATHER UPDATE via US National Weather Service Marquette Michigan >> 6:14 AM EST Radar Update
Widespread snow is beginning to taper off from west to east. Very heavy snow will continue across the central and east into the afternoon. Widespread wind gusts 35-45 mph are common this morning, with gusts 50-60 mph closer to Lake Superior contributing to near zero visibilities, and blowing and drifting snow.
In Marquette and Alger counties, M-28 between US-41 and M-94 is closed. Unless absolutely necessary, travel is strongly discouraged this morning. Stay safe! #miweather #munising #newberry
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Monday December 29th, 2025 - 12:45 pm

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NEWBERRY AREA UPDATE via North Store Follow Me Outfitters >> Power is back on in Windy Corners and North Store Follow Me Outfitters is OPEN!!
Have a blessed day and stay safe #newberryPower is back on in Windy Corners and North Store Follow Me Outfitters is OPEN!!
Have a blessed day and stay safe
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NEWBERRY AREA UPDATE via North Store Follow Me Outfitters >> Power is back on in Windy Corners and North Store Follow Me Outfitters is OPEN!!
Have a blessed day and stay safe #newberry

Monday December 29th, 2025 - 12:03 pm

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NEWBERRY AREA UPDATE via Pine Stump >> For the safety of everyone we are closed today
Gas pumps on but no promises
You shouldn’t be out. It’s a whiteout and zero visibility. Don’t be the one who needs a rescue today just stay home please.. #newberry
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Monday December 29th, 2025 - 11:54 am

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NEWBERRY AREA UPDATE via Halfway Lake Cottages, LLC >> I am absolutely for the snow but these winds are a bit scary and kept us up most of the night! Thanking the stars we have the generator! No idea how much snow yet - it’s still going and drifts make measuring near impossible! This is our back door of the house! #newberry #snowphotosI am absolutely for the snow but these winds are a bit scary and kept us up most of the night! Thanking the stars we have the generator! No idea how much snow yet - it’s still going and drifts make measuring near impossible! This is our back door of the house! ... See MoreSee Less

NEWBERRY AREA UPDATE via Halfway Lake Cottages, LLC >> I am absolutely for the snow but these winds are a bit scary and kept us up most of the night! Thanking the stars we have the generator! No idea how much snow yet - it’s still going and drifts make measuring near impossible! This is our back door of the house! #newberry #snowphotos

Monday December 29th, 2025 - 3:34 am

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WEATHER UPDATE via Meteorologist Brad Sugden >> The U.P right now! Already 10.5 inches by Ironwood as of 11pm! Wow!
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Blizzard! #miweather #westernup #munising #newberry #snowphotos
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Sunday December 28th, 2025 - 10:00 pm

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NEWBERRY AREA UPDATE via TASA Tahquamenon Area Snowmobile Association >> #newberry #snowphotos ... See MoreSee Less

Sunday December 28th, 2025 - 9:50 pm

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NEWBERRY AREA UPDATE via TASA Tahquamenon Area Snowmobile Association >> See what happens when we leave you alone 48hrs?! WOW! 🙃
Out here seeing if we can save her, its ugly, testing our limits now, at or around freezing, sticky icky mess, but gotta get her flat before it freezes, starting to snow pretty good, hard trip up and hope we have some new they've been warning/promising last day or so to blend in on the way back!🤞 #newberry #snowphotos
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Excellent, nothing 1'-2' feet cant fix. Problem will be all the down trees

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