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Trail Report: Eagle River, Wisconsin – February 22, 2017

Trail Conditions: Not Ridable

Snow Cover: Thin & crusty

Date of Report: February 22, 2017

Area Report:

Trails OPEN
Poor to Unrideable

No rain yesterday. Sun out most of the day.  Looks like SNOW for Friday and Saturday.  Wide range of totals.  Stay tuned.

  •  Wunderground weather forecasting 1-3 inches Thursday night, 1-3  Friday daytime, 1-3 Friday night and about 1 inch Saturday.
  •   NOAA weather forecasting 2 inches Thursday night with Snow Friday and Saturday with no totals. 90%
  •   Weather Service forecasting 3 inches Thursday night also Snow Friday and Saturday with no totals. 90%

Trail Boss Brian reports that “all grooming has been suspended until weather permits”.

Both Catfish Lake Loop & Eagle Lake Trail have surface slush. Stay by the barrels as there can be danger out there.

Short report until the temps return to “normal” February weather.

Keep Doin’ The Snow Dance! And For Heavens Sake…THINK COLD!

See Ya On The Trails Soon I Hope!

Holly Tomlanovich
Communications Chair
Sno-Eagles, Inc.
PROUD GROOMERS OF THE SNOWMOBILE CAPITAL OF THE WORLD® – Eagle River
Phone Trail Updates 715.479.5185 – Early AM with more updates should conditions changes dictate.

News and Reports:

RIDE WITH PRIDE RAFFLE TICKETS – Drawing 12 Noon, this Saturday, February 25, 2017 at TrackSide.

  • $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.
  • Meet AWSC Miss Snowflake Erica Keehn!

SNO-EAGLES SNO HUNT – January 13-February 28, 2017 – for more information contact Dave Mrczynski at 715.891.8584.

  • A fun snowmobile scavenger hunt with bonus point & prizes
  • Register at local businesses

SNO (Saturday Night Out) – Cocktails 5:30pm – Dinner 6:00pm

  • February 25 – 12 Pines Restaurant on Townline Rd off of Trail 10E
  • March 25 – Catch 22 on Hwy 70E/Trail 10E about 5 miles from Eagle River.

WEDNESDAY & THURSDAY TRAIL RIDES – No Trail Rides this week

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

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

  • 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

Snowmobile Information:

DNR Registration, $30 Trail Pass information

AWSC $10 Trail Pass information

Trail Report: Phelps, Wisconsin – February 21, 2017

Trail Conditions: Not Ridable

Snow Cover: 8+ inches on the ground

Date of Report: February 21, 2017

Area Report:

6:30 PM +45 deg.P/C

The last 4 days have taken a toll on all area trails,with temps in the upper 40’s

to the mid 50’s and with about 3/4 of an inch of rain Mon. nite.As a result most trails

are not RIDABLE.

There is some snow forecast on Friday how much is not sure.

There is a possibility we as a group that we will temporary close all Vilas County

trails on Monday.

Will update as soon as conditions change.

Dick

 

 

 

 

 

Trail Report: Superior – Douglas County, Wisconsin – February 21, 2017

Trail Conditions: Poor

Snow Cover: Low and deteriorating with warm weather.

Date of Report: February 21, 2017

Area Report:

With the recent unseasonably warm temperatures and significant rainfall, the trail base has eroded and the frost is coming out of the soil rapidly. As a result, a majority of the trails have been closed.

The following Douglas County managed trails remain open at this time:

Wild Rivers Trail from the Harroun Road to the CTH A/C Parking Lot
Saunders Grade Trail from the MN state line to the Schalamier Road Parking Lot
Gandy Dancer Trail from the MN state line to Patzau

The Tri-County Corridor is managed by others, but it is reported to be open as well.

All other trails are closed at this time and the gates are in the process of being shut by the Northwest Trails Association members. Operating on closed trails is both illegal and may jeopardize our ability to use the land for future seasons.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION, PLEASE CONTACT THE DOUGLAS COUNTY FORESTRY AT 715 378 2219 DURING REGULAR BUSINESS HOURS OF 8 AM TO 4:30 PM MONDAY THROUGH FRIDAY (EXCLUDING HOLIDAYS). Or Check on Line at www.douglascountywi.org under the Forestry Department tab.

Trail Report: Sault Ste. Marie, Michigan – February 21, 2017

Trail Conditions: Poor

Snow Cover: 4 inch base

Date of Report: February 21, 2017

Area Report:

Temporary Trail Diversion in Brimley

A street closure due to a collapsed building in Brimley causes a short diversion of Trail #8. When turning west off M-221 in downtown Brimley, the first portion of trail is moved just south of the street across from the Bay Mills Laundry facility and over a portion of their driveway. Please follow the signs.

The trails are in poor to fair shape.

The warmth of today/yesterday and the next couple of days will take a toll on trails. We will try to groom as much as possible when it is cold enough.  It was not cold enough to groom last night; the trails will be roughed up in a hurry. 

We have a new plowed parking area at the beginning of Trail #8 under the International Bridge, which now has an all-season Porta-John.

If you are staying in the Sault, please look at our list of supporters on our web page and give them your business.  Please do that in all the towns you visit.  The grooming entities are all made up of volunteers who want you to support those who support us!!!!!!

We now have a marked trail that will be groomed on occasion to get to parts and service at Chippewa Motors.  It comes into the back of their lot from the east side of M-129 when you come out of the woods.

Remember, trail base is the amount of snow between your track and the ground below, not the amount of fluff piled up in the woods.  Six inches of snow compresses to a depth of less than one inch on the trail.

Sault Ste. Marie to Brimley, Trail #8 –

Base 3-6 inches – Trail is in poor to fair Condition.  

Brimley to Raco, Trail #8 –

Base 3-7 inches – Trail is in poor to fair Condition.  Trail going west off M-221 is moved to the south of street as the roof of a building next to the road collapsed; the county closed the road.

When going across the bridge in Brimley, make sure you go with the flow of traffic!  Blowing and drifting occurs when you first leave Brimley.

Raco to Naomikong Trail #8 [where Paradise meets us], Trail #8 –

Base 4-8 inches – Trail is in poor to fair Condition.

Sault Ste. Marie City Trail, Trails #497, #449, parts of #8 & #49 –

Base 3- 6 inches – Trail is in poor to fair condition.  Wet areas by casino are frozen and groomed.

We now have a marked & groomed trail going to Chippewa Motors.  It starts once you come out of the woods east of M-129 off #449.  It comes into their parking lot from behind if you need parts or service.

City curfew is from 1 am – 6 am. Remember, most City streets are open to traffic 20mph, stop at all intersections, and ride on the right hand side of the street; not on sidewalks. Watch for closed streets that are posted, mainly around the hospital, university, and state trunk lines.

Sault Ste. Marie to Kinross, Trail #49 –

Base 3-5 inches – Trail is in Poor to fair Condition.  Make sure you follow the reroute once you cross the bridge going south at 7 Mile Road. Wet areas are reopened.

When the trail is running along roads, make sure you go with the flow of traffic on the right side of the road.

Kinross loop & south to Pickford, Parts of Trail #49, #472, and #494 –

Base 2-4 inches – Trail in poor to fair condition.  Watch for trucks on the trail.

Kinross to Raco & Rudyard, Parts of trail #472 & #480 –

Base 1-4 inches – Trail in poor to fair Condition.  Watch for reroute signs just west of Kinross.

The Downtown Trail is signed and coned up Portage Ave!  Big, frozen snow banks, left from the big warmup, are hindering grooming parts of the route, but adjacent streets are open to sleds.

Courtesy of the Sault Ste Marie Snowmobile Association – Groomer Report 

  • We now have a marked trail that will be groomed on occasion to get to parts and service at Chippewa Motors.  It comes into the back of their lot from the east side of M-129 when you come out of the woods.
  • Remember, the trail base is the amount of snow between your track and the ground below, not the amount of fluff piled up in the woods.  6 inches of snow compresses to less than an inch on the trail.
  • We have a new plowed parking area at the beginning of trail #8 under the International Bridge, which now has an all-season Porta-John.

Online Safety Course 

Local Safety Course 

Snowmobile Information:

Courtesy of the Sault Ste. Marie Snowmobile Association

The Sledder’s Pledge

  • I will obey the rules and laws of the state or province I am visiting.
  • I will be careful when crossing roads, and always cross at a right angle to traffic.
  • I will keep my machine in top shape and follow a pre-op check before each ride.
  • I will wear appropriate clothing, including gloves, boots and a helmet with a visor.
  • I will let family or friends know my planned route, my destination and my expected arrival time.
  • I will treat the outdoors with respect. I will not litter or damage trees or other vegetation.
  • I will respect other peoples’ property and rights, and lend a hand when I see someone in need.
  • I will not snowmobile where prohibited.

Trail Report: Keweenaw Peninsula / Houghton-Hancock, South Range, Copper Harbor, Michigan – February 21, 2017

Trail Conditions: Poor

Snow Cover: 10″ to 36″

Date of Report: February 21, 2017

Area Report:

Trails here are in poor to fair condition due to the warm weather, rain and that the groomers cannot get out.  There is still plenty of snow on the trails once you get out of town, in town there are areas with very low to no snow.  All roads are bare as are the parking lots, gas stations, etc.  Groomers are planning on trying to get out Wednesday night, but Thursday for sure.  The ride has been rough because there were thousands of riders here over the weekend and the groomers couldn’t go out after Friday.  Temps are suppose to start dropping Wednesday night into Thursday and snow coming in for the upcoming weekend.  And temps stay under freezing all weekend.  Ice on all water is not safe at all.  I am still letting my rentals out, people are still out riding.  All riding should be done with caution, there are areas with rocks or other hazards coming thru, as well as wet areas. 

I will keep you updated as conditions change.

Trail Report: Presque Isle, Wisconsin – February 21, 2017

Trail Conditions: Poor

Snow Cover: 3-6″

Date of Report: February 21, 2017

Area Report:

Report from Presque Isle-Winchester SnoBunnies:

50 Degrees Plus on Friday..Saturday..Sunday… Monday (with rain)… Tuesday (with sun)!!!!…The Spring Weather has put a real hurt on our trails….The rating for our trails today is “POOR”….More warm weather is here until Thursday…But….we have “SNOW” coming on Friday….some forecasts have as much as 8-10 inches…..We will keep you updated this week….

A Big “THANK YOU” to all who purchased “Tickets” to our Presque Isle/Winchester “Sno-Bunnies Raffle”….Congrats to the “Winners” and a fun day was had by all!!!!……The proceeds will be very helpful in the “Maintenance” of our trail system for the upcoming year…..

Please consider joining and supporting our Sno-Bunnies Snowmobile Club at http://sno-bunnies.com. In joining, you can then get your WI Trail pass for just $10.

Trail Report: Cable, Wisconsin – February 21, 2017

Trail Conditions: Closed

Snow Cover: 0-2″

Date of Report: February 21, 2017

Area Report:

Until further notice, starting Tuesday, February 21, 2017, all snowmobile trails in Bayfield County will be closed to all forms of motorized vehicles.  
In addition to snowmobiles, this closure includes ATV’s and UTV’s (both tracked and wheeled). All ATV trails will remain closed as well. The unseasonably warm weather has created extremely poor trail conditions throughout the county.  The closure will remain in effect until conditions improve, as determined by Bayfield County.

Trail Report: Tomahawk, Wisconsin – February 21, 2017

Trail Conditions: Poor

Snow Cover: up to 5 inches

Date of Report: February 21, 2017

Area Report:

This report is dated Tuesday, February 21, 2017.

Lincoln County snowmobile trails are PARTIALLY OPEN.

Lincoln County trails in Zone 2 and Zone 3 are closed. Zone 1 remains open for the time being but is bare and considered very poor.  Ride at your own risk.

Oneida County snowmobile trails are OPEN. Trail conditions are considered in poor condition. Ride at your own risk.

All ATV trails close when the temperature is above 28 degrees F.

 Please check back as this report is updated as conditions change.

For current information about the Tomahawk area such as lodging information and area

activities, we invite you to visit our website at .gototomahawk.com

Trail Report: Bayfield County, Wisconsin – February 21, 2017

Trail Conditions: Closed

Snow Cover: 0-6″

Date of Report: February 21, 2017

Area Report:

Until further notice, starting Tuesday, February 21, 2017, all snowmobile trails in Bayfield County will be closed to all forms of motorized vehicles.  In addition to snowmobiles, this closure includes ATV’s and UTV’s (both tracked and wheeled). All ATV trails will remain closed as well. The unseasonably warm weather has created extremely poor trail conditions throughout the county.  The closure will remain in effect until conditions improve, as determined by Bayfield County.