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Trail Report: Watersmeet, Michigan – December 14, 2016

Trail Conditions: Poor

Snow Cover: 6 to 8 inch base

Date of Report: December 14, 2016

Area Report:

It’s great to be able to say that we are in winter mode after a very extended fall season. We’ve had about 12″ of snow this week so far and plenty of cold. Although we need more snow to groom, the U. P. Thunder Riders Snowmobile Club groomers were able to get out there today to pan, flatten, and evaluate the trail conditions. As soon as I have an update, I’ll let you know. All area lakes are now frozen, but the larger lakes like Thousand Island Lake and Black Oak just froze over on December 10 and 11. Please do not venture out on any lake yet. We are loving the polar freeze for what it’s doing to freeze up any wet spots on the trails and to make more ice, but we want everyone safe. Snow is coming again Friday and Saturday, so we are getting closer to being able to provide you with some awesome sledding.

If you want a live snowmobile report, just call Caryl at the Watersmeet Chamber number at 906-358-9961 or email me at visit@watersmeet.org. We always try to be as honest as possible about conditions. We want you to come back and enjoy each and every time with the best trails.

If you’re looking for great accommodations in the area, we can offer lake-side cottages and vacation homes, motels, an historic hotel, and a large casino hotel. There’s something for everyone in every price range. We always invite you to stay where you play. For more information or a trail map, just let us know. Please visit our website at www.watersmeet.org, too.

Thanks for visiting. We hope to see you real soon. We’ll keep the snow and cold coming!

Carole Yakel at The Arrows

Trail Report: Presque Isle, Wisconsin – December 14, 2016

Trail Conditions: Closed

Snow Cover: 15″

Date of Report: December 14, 2016

Area Report:

Vilas County Trails open tomorrow, Thursday 12/15 at 12pm! The Presque Isle Sno Bunnies are working hard and reporting that all accessible trails have been rolled to pack them down and allow the ground to freeze. This also allows the wet areas to freeze which is what really needs to happen right now. They are grooming now with the drag.

We have wet sections on our trail system that the groomers will bypass until they are frozen enough to hold the weight of the groomer. Our cold, negative-degree nights should help move this along… Still, wet areas should be expected and rode with caution. We have about 15″ on the ground in Presque Isle, with a little more to the north and little less to the south. Trails are in early-season condition, and extra care and caution should be taken especially near swamps and LAKES — MANY ARE UNSAFE and the only ones deemed safe are flagged.

Ride safe, all and have fun!

Trail Report: Phelps, Wisconsin – December 14, 2016

Trail Conditions: Early Season

Snow Cover: 6″

Date of Report: December 14, 2016

Area Report:

12:20 PM clear +4deg.windy

Well our trails along with all of Vilas County will open for the 2016/17 season will open at 12:00 noon tomorrow.

Please be advised that all area trails will be in early season condition meaning there will be rough,thin and some sections that have not been panned.Also DON”T attempt to cross any lake until they are marked with the orange barrels as most lakes just froze over.

I now have our new 2016/17 Phelps trail maps,if you would like one let me know.

Happy Holidays

Dick

Trail Report: Ely, Minnesota – December 14, 2016

Trail Conditions: Poor

Snow Cover: 7″

Date of Report: December 14, 2016

Area Report:

Ely Area Lakes & Trails: There is snow in the woods: however, swamps and wetlands have not frozen solid so crews cannot run groomers on the trails. Trail use in those areas is not recommended. Area lakes do have ice cover. Medium to large lakes may not have sufficient ice for foot travel yet. Use caution when traveling out onto lakes – check ice conditions as you move across the ice. Use recommended safety gear for protection when skiing, snowshoeing, snowmobiling or ice fishing on area lakes.

Babbitt Trails: No report

Taconite Trail: Snow – 10-15” depth Base – 0” Groomed – no Condition – poor

Arrowhead Trail: Snow – 10-15” depth Base – 0” Groomed – no Condition – poor

Putnam-Fishing Lakes Trail: No report

Lake Vermilion State Park and Soudan Underground Mine State Park: Trails are closed

Taconite Spur Trails and Stony Spur Trails: Base – 0” Trail condition – poor Swamps and wetlands have not frozen yet, so grooming cannot commence. Trail use Is no recommended.

Tomahawk Trail & Local Trails: No report

Trail Report: Boulder Junction, Wisconsin – December 14, 2016

Trail Conditions: Closed

Snow Cover: 6-8

Date of Report: December 14, 2016

Area Report:

I’m happy to be reporting that the trails will open Thursday at noon. We have been out panning the last several days and the trails overall are in pretty good shape. Don’t expect them to be perfect, as we have only had limited snow to work with but they are smooth. Watch out for weeds that are still poking up through the snow, it will take a few days of riding to knock them down. Trail 2West was logged this fall and a section of it is privately owned, that section is very rough and rutted, so use caution between Whitney Lake road and just north of K when on trail 2. Enjoy the new season, I will be reporting on trail conditions on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays through the season. Ride safe.
Lou Milewski
Trail Boss
Boulder Junction Snowmobile Club

News and Reports:

Join us for these upcoming events: December 28:Between the Holidays Community Celebration January 7: Boulder Junction Snowmobile Club Brat Fry January 15: Boulder Junction Snowmobile Club Breakfast February 17 – 18: 9th Annual Frozen Tozen For travel information and maps, visit boulderjct.org or call the Chamber at 1-800-GO-MUSKY.

Trail Report: Manitowish Waters, Wisconsin – December 14, 2016

Trail Conditions: Closed

Snow Cover: 8-12″

Date of Report: December 14, 2016

Area Report:

THE STATE FUNDED SNOWMOBILE TRAIL SYSTEM IN VILAS COUNTY WILL OFFICIALLY OPEN AT NOON ON THURSDAY 15 DECEMBER, 2016 FOR THE SEASON. Please be advised that trails are not in mid-season form but in early season condition and riders may encounter rough or closed segments. Slow down and be aware that trail conditions can change quickly. Ice thickness varies greatly on area lakes with some lakes still having open water. DO NOT CROSS ANY LAKES UNLESS THE TRAIL ACROSS THE LAKE IS CLEARLY MARKED.

Trail Report: Land O’ Lakes, Wisconsin – December 14, 2016

Trail Conditions: Unknown

Snow Cover: 8-10 inches

Date of Report: December 14, 2016

Area Report:

1 more day til Christmas for the snowmobiler. Land O Lakes and surrounding clubs will be opening at Noon tomorrow! There is even enough snow to ride. Some clubs have been out panning. Be careful out there as it is early season and the ruts in the wet areas are not completely filled in. It will be a while before you can safely venture out on the lakes.

News and Reports:

MERRY CHRISTMAS!

Trail Report: Eagle River, Wisconsin – December 14, 2016

Trail Conditions: Closed

Snow Cover: 2-4 on trail panned & frozen. Off trail 5+

Date of Report: December 14, 2016

Area Report:

NEWS RELEASE / PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT

TO:                       News Media and Other Parties of Interest
FROM:                Dale Mayo, Vilas County Parks & Recreation Administrator
RE:                       Vilas County Snowmobile Trails Opening Date

As always, please check with your local chambers or snowmobile clubs for current conditions.

Trail Boss pulled the groomers out of the barn to begin panning Sno-Eagles trails last night. Report trail issues to Brian Scheid, 715.891.2332, snoeaglesclub@gmail.com Check out the videos on Sno-Eagles Snowmobile Club facebook page

Nearly all trails are packed & panned. When the trails officially open I will get you a detailed reported of conditions out there. It almost there so be patient.

Did you remember to register your sled & buy trail passes?

See Ya On The Trails Real Soon!

Holly Tomlanovich
Sno-Eagles, Inc.
PROUD GROOMERS OF THE SNOWMOBILE CAPITAL OF THE WORLD® – Eagle River
Phone Trail Updates 715.479.5185

News and Reports:

MONTHLY MEETINGS 6:30pm Snacks – Meeting at 7pm – All Welcome!

December 15 – Christmas Party at Eddie B’s White Spruce – No meeting (Hwy 45N at the bridge)
January 19 – Eagle River Inn (3 west of Eagle River near the 70W bridge)
February 16 – Eddie B’s White Spruce (Hwy 45N at the bridge)
March 16 – Eagle Waters (Hwy 70E to Rangeline Rd-follow the signs)
April 20 – Gordo’s (Hwy 45N across from Holiday North Gas Station)

BOARD MEETINGS 7pm at the International Snowmobile Hall of Fame (Hwy 45N next door to the World Championship Snowmobile Derby)

January-May the 1st Tuesday of the each month

WEDNESDAY & THURSDAY TRAIL RIDES

Meet on Trail 13 (the Grade) in town between Historic Railroad Depot & Friendship House
9am departure

RIDE WITH PRIDE RAFFLE TICKETS

$2 each or 3/$5 available from Sno-Eagles, Eagle River Chamber office & many businesses in Eagle River
Prizes – 1st prize SkiDoo MXZE 600 or CanAm Outlander 570. 2nd prize 55′ Flat panel TV or $500. 3rd prize Wkend at Eagle Waters Resort + dinner. 4th prize Wkend at Wild Eagle Lodge.

Trail Report: Walworth County, Wisconsin – December 13, 2016

Trail Conditions: Early Season

Snow Cover: 5-8″

Date of Report: December 13, 2016

Area Report:

Trails are open and in early season condition. Chisel plowed field are rough and will need more snow to fill in. Groomers were out today doing what they could do. Please ride with caution and stay on the marked trail! More cold this week and snow in the forecast for the weekend. We are off to a good start for the season. Keep checking the snow phone 262-742-2664, Facebook Page @ Walworth County Snowmobile Alliance or our website www.walworthcountysnow.com.

Trail Report: Land O’ Lakes, Wisconsin – December 13, 2016

Trail Conditions: Closed

Snow Cover: 8-10 inches

Date of Report: December 13, 2016

Area Report:

The trails in Vilas County will open Thursday at Noon. The COLD and then more snow forecast is excellent. Make plans to join us in Land O Lakes this weekend for some fun riding.