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Trail Report: Crivitz, Wisconsin – December 28, 2016

Trail Conditions: Early Season

Snow Cover: 3 to 6 inches

Date of Report: December 28, 2016

Area Report:

Well, there are three things that damage snowmobile trails, wind, temperature and sun. Mother Nature gave us all of them. After the melt down, our groomers went out to see what they could do. The result is a lot of bare areas. Although the trail is basically flat now, we do need some snow. Some areas are rideable, but then again, you get around the corner and it is not good at all. Our northern groomer said once you get north of Brandy Wine Lane its better, but you will still run into the occasional bare spots.

This has been a very busy summer and fall, working on permits to improve our trail system. The Twin Bridge Park area has some huge changes thanks to the Marinette County Parks Department and Wisconsin DNR. We have been able to take care of a culvert extension along Parkway Road north of County X. We also, just finished the largest problem area in the park. The swamp hole coming off the bridge has been rerouted slightly for a much safer trail. We put in a culvert there allowing our groomers to get through, even early in the season! Also, north of Twin Bridge Campground, were we had a wetland issue, thanks to the new landowner, we were able to reroute with few problems to improve that area. Landowners are such a big part of our trail system. When you see them, thank them, wave and give them thumbs up! Remember, use of their property is a privilege, not a right!

The Oconto county area of the trail has had our loyal excavator very busy. He has bulldozed from Holtz Ranch Road north and over to LaFave Road, then…from Chickadee Road west to Boat Landing 11 Road. He was even out there on a Sunday, trying to stay ahead of the cold weather. THANK YOU VERY MUCH…

In addition to the new John Deere tractor that we purchased last year, we have now purchased another New Holland tractor for even better trail grooming.

If you do try to ride…please be careful. There is a swamp hole north of Bucks Ranch Road on the pipeline. Snowmobiles can make it through. There is caution tape there, please be aware. OUR WATERWAYS ARE NOT SAFE. We need snow and colder temps.

News and Reports:

Saturday, January 28 – 5th Annual Human Ice Bowling at Thortons Resort

Saturday, February 11 – High Falls Fish-o-Rama and Radar Run

Saturday, February 18 – Crooked Lake Fish-o-Rama

Saturday, February 27-Vintage Sled Ride at Thunder Lake Lodge

(any club members with events to be listed, please contact me…thank you)

Trail Report: Conover, Wisconsin – December 27, 2016

Trail Conditions: Fair

Snow Cover: 7″-8″ in the woods

Date of Report: December 27, 2016

Area Report:

Temps fell below freezing by yesterday afternoon & stayed below all day today. The groomers were out last night & really had things smooth & firmed up this morning. We had a dusting to maybe 1/4″ new snow today.

I took a quick 77 mile loop to BJ via 8W, 15N, 6E & 13S. Traffic was light near Conover & significantly higher to the west. Conover trails 8 & 13 were actually good but I am keeping my report conservatively at FAIR because I only rode corridor trails & not every trail got groomed last night.

Twin Haven via the new trail; Trail is nice except for the last 3/4 mile where it turns off the grade. This section must be ridden slowly. For those running along the power lines N from North Twin boat ramp, you now have a stop sign at the grade, E/W traffic has the right of way.

As far as I know the lakes are not marked yet, stay off until they are marked.

News and Reports:

Don’t forget you need a WI trail permit to ride the state’s groomed trail system. Aggressive riding causes more trail damage than slower, less aggressive riding. Until the base gets built up & we get more snow to work with, groomers can only do so much to repair damage.

Trail Report: Boulder Junction, Wisconsin – December 27, 2016

Trail Conditions: Fair

Snow Cover: 5-7

Date of Report: December 27, 2016

Area Report:

Trail Report for Tuesday December 27th: With the colder temps that came in yesterday it froze everything. It’s slippery so use caution. We have had light snow over last night and today. He colder temps are suppose to stay through the week which is very good. We are expecting 1-3 of snow for Thursday and 1-2 Friday and Saturday. If we do get the snow then we will be out grooming. The trails are fair and with the additional snow should be good. Be safe, have fun and do your snow dance.
Jim Hamilton
President
BJSC

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.
Boulder Junction Chamber of Commerce

Trail Report: Crivitz, Wisconsin – December 27, 2016

Trail Conditions: Early Season

Snow Cover: 8 to 10 inches

Date of Report: December 27, 2016

Area Report:

We did get some warm weather, wind and sun yesterday, but there is still enough out there to groom. Our groomers are out there right now. Most of the trail should turn out great. Ill have to let you know when the groomer guys report in later today.

This has been a very busy summer and fall, working on permits to improve our trail system. The Twin Bridge Park area has some huge changes thanks to the Marinette County Parks Department and Wisconsin DNR. We have been able to take care of a culvert extension along Parkway Road north of County X. We also, just finished the largest problem area in the park. The swamp hole coming off the bridge has been rerouted slightly for a much safer trail. We put in a culvert there allowing our groomers to get through, even early in the season! Also, north of Twin Bridge Campground, were we had a wetland issue, but thanks to the new landowner, we were able to reroute with few problems to improve that area. Landowners are such a big part of our trail system. When you see them, thank them, wave and give them thumbs up! Remember, use of their property is a privilege, not a right!

The Oconto county area of the trail has had our loyal excavator very busy. He has bulldozed from Holtz Ranch Road north and over to LaFave Road, then…from Chickadee Road west to Boat Landing 11 Road. He was even out there on Sunday, trying to stay ahead of the cold weather. THANK YOU VERY MUCH…

In addition to the new John Deere tractor that we purchased last year, we have now purchased another New Holland tractor for even better trail grooming.

Hope to see you all on the trail…

News and Reports:

Saturday, January 28 – 5th Annual Human Ice Bowling at Thortons Resort

Saturday, February 11 – High Falls Fish-o-Rama and Radar Run

Saturday, February 18 – Crooked Lake Fish-o-Rama

Saturday, February 27-Vintage Sled Ride at Thunder Lake Lodge

(any club members with events to be listed, please contact me…thank you)

Trail Report: Minocqua, Wisconsin – December 27, 2016

Trail Conditions: Early Season

Snow Cover: 6 to 10

Date of Report: December 27, 2016

Area Report:

Cross Country Cruisers trails are in Fair to Good conditions! Trail 11 to Sayner is fair to good with the snow getting thinner as you travel East. Trails 3,6,51 towards Popes is fair to good. Trail 5 along HWY 51 is poor, very little snow in areas. Corridors 10 and 17 are fair to good. Corridor 10 East near trail 11 get pretty thin on snow. Trail 47 is fair to good, and the Bear Skin is fair to good. Trail 70 in town is fair to poor with very little snow in areas. Always RIDE RIGHT RIDE SAFE!

Trail Report: Price County – Park Falls, Phillips & Prentice, Wisconsin – December 27, 2016

Trail Conditions: Early Season

Snow Cover: 5 inches

Date of Report: December 27, 2016

Area Report:

We have 5 inches of snow. We had rain over the weekend and the trails will be icy. The trails are in early season condition.

To view detailed trail conditions or to order travel guides or your snowmobile trail map, visit our website at www.pricecountywi.net.

News and Reports:

Visit our online Calendar of Events for details – http://www.pricecountywi.net/calendar.aspx?CID=23 January 1, 2017 – New Year’s Day Fundraiser, Lugerville Chasers Snowmobile Club January 7, 2017 – Picnic in the Park, Northwoods Hi-Riders Snowmobile Club January 15, 2017 – Club Breakfast, Prentice Bushbenders Snowmobile Club January 20 -28, 2017 – 3rd Annual Winter Fest Tavern League Tour, Price County Tavern League January 21, 2017 – Radar Fun Run, Vintage Show & Dance, Northwoods Hi-Riders Snowmobile Club January 26-28, 2017 – Poker Run & Raffle, Fifield Sno-Drovers Snowmobile Club January 28 & 29, 2017 – Winter Fest, Phillips Area Chamber of Commerce January 28 & 29, 2017 – Cor Powersports Cross Country Snowmobile Races, Phillips Area Chamber of Commerce January 28, 2017 – Club Breakfast, Fifield Sno-Drovers Snowmobile Club January 29, 2017 – Chaparrals Breakfast, Phillips Chaparrals Snowmobile Club February 5, 2017 – Breakfast Buffet, Elk River Pioneers Snowmobile Club February 11, 2017 – Dance & Raffle, Northwoods Hi-Riders Snowmobile Club February 17 & 18, 2017 – Poker Run & Winter Picnic, Elk River Pioneers Snowmobile Club March 5, 2017 – Club Breakfast, Catawba Driftsplitters Snowmobile Club

Trail Report: Tomahawk, Wisconsin – December 27, 2016

Trail Conditions: Early Season

Snow Cover: 3-8 inches

Date of Report: December 27, 2016

Area Report:

Tuesday, December 27,2016

Lincoln County snowmobile trails are partially OPEN. The Hiawatha Trail from SARA Park north out of Tomahawk is OPEN. Lincoln County ZONE 1 snowmobile trails east of Tomahawk will open at noon on Friday,December 23,2016. Trails J,PL,and Ty;Corridors 16,15 north of Highway J and 17 north of Highway J. ALL other funded trails in Zone 1 and Zones 2 and 3 will remain closed. Trails crossing lakes will remain CLOSED. Trails in wooded areas are in fair condition,with the exception of some low lying areas which may be rough and have standing water. Trails in open fields may be drifted and lacking snow cover. Use EXTREME caution in these areas and expect early season riding conditions throughout the trail system. PLEASE stay on marked trails. The trail are in early season,rough condition.

Trails designated as winter ATV trails in these areas will NOT open to ATV use until Noon on Friday, December 30,2016 and are closed to winter ATV use when temperature is above 28 degrees F.

Oneida County snowmobile trails are OPEN. All lake trails remain CLOSED and are considered unsafe until they have been clearly marked. PLEASE stay off the lake trails. Trail conditions are considered in early season,rough condition.

Trail Report: Forest County, Wisconsin – December 27, 2016

Trail Conditions: Early Season

Snow Cover: 1-3

Date of Report: December 27, 2016

Area Report:

Trails are open but are still in early season riding condition. After the freezing rain and warm temperatures over the weekend, trails are icy. Expect to find rough spots until more snow arrives. Forest County does not promote or mark trails across lakes. We advise you to stay off any lakes or frozen water as the ice is unsafe.

Trail conditions will vary throughout the county so please ride safely and responsibly. Use caution when riding on lakes or frozen water as ice conditions can vary greatly.

The clubs that maintain the Forest County Trail System are made up of volunteers who work very hard to provide the best trails possible. Please respect them while on the trail and allow them to do their job. Remember, TRAILS ARE GROOMED DAY AND NIGHT.

Thank you for riding Forest County Trails, Snowmobiling’s best kept secret.

Trail Report: Washburn County, Wisconsin – December 28, 2016

Trail Conditions: Closed

Snow Cover: 3-5″

Date of Report: December 28, 2016

Area Report:

All Washburn County snowmobile trails remain closed at this time. The clubs are out freezing down wet areas and packing the snow we currently have. Significant additional snowfall is still needed before trails can be opened for safe riding.

Trail Report: Manitowish Waters, Wisconsin – December 27, 2016

Trail Conditions: Fair

Snow Cover: 5 – 9″

Date of Report: December 27, 2016

Area Report:

Posted by Club President – Barry Hopkins –
Just took a quick ride. The snow has settled a bit but are holding up just fine. In fact the freezing rain/snow we had last night is going to set up tonight into a great trail base as temperatures continue to drop. It has been windy so use caution, slow it down a bit and be on the look out for branches on the trail.

We don’t have any trails on the lakes, but I am urging you to stay off of the lakes: Warm weather & the weight of the snow has formed a lot of slush on top of what little ice we have.

We hope Santa was good to you! Have fun and remember to signal oncoming snowmobilers as to how many are behind you.