Snowmobile Trail Update - January 20, 2010 Snowmobile Trail Update
Again, no new snow in the last week with warmer than normal temps has resulted in a downgrade of the trails. Trails are in mostly fair condition throughout the County, with better conditions in the Blue Hills and Flambeau River State Forest areas. Trails in exposed areas, field crossing, road intersections and in town are in poor condition. A fresh snowfall would really help, and there is a chance of that happening this weekend. Groomers are continually working the trails, and report that the trail base appears to be solid. Always ride with caution and be aware of changing conditions.  While you are out riding this weekend be sure to stop at this weekend’s snowmobile club event.

Saturday, January 23, 2010
Back 40 Trail Riders Fiesta Feed and Vintage Sled Show
at Backwoods Bar & Grill, on Trail #131 &14A, Weyerhaeuser, WI. 12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. For more information contact Pam at (715) 868-0006 or Backwood’s at 353-3003.

Snowmobile Trail Update - January 13, 2010
 No new snow in the last week, but conditions have remained fair to good, even with warmer temps.  Groomers are continually working the trails and are reporting mostly good conditions with some fair spots.  The trail base appears to be solid, and the good early season snow has maintained conditions.  Snow cover might be thin on exposed trails (field crossings), swamps, and road crossings.  Always ride with caution and be aware of changing conditions.
While you’re out riding this weekend be sure to stop by the weekend’s snowmobile event. Saturday, January 16, 2010
Flambeau Trailtenders Brat Feedat Flaters Resort on Trail #27, Holcombe, WI. 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. For more information contact Joe Flater at (715) 595-4771.

Snowmobile Trail Update - January 7, 2010 Snowmobile Trail Update
 Another 3-5" of snow fell in the last 18 hours to give the trails a fresh coat before the weekend.  Groomers are continually working the trails and are reporting mostly good conditions with some fair spots.  Recent cold weather has helped to freeze and pack down the trails, and the good early season snow has led to the good conditions.  Always ride with caution and be aware of changing conditions.  The first snowmobile club event of the season is this weekend, as the Weyerhaeuser Snowmobile hosts a Brat/Hot Dog and Chili feed at the Ponderosa Bar on Trail 133 off of Cty W., southwest of Weyerhaeuser

Snowmobile Trail Update - December 29, 2009
 Rusk County snowmobile trails are now open, and are in fair condition in some areas and poor in others.  Enough snow over the Christmas holiday left the trail system with adequate cover.  Not all trails have been groomed, and riders ride at their own risk and should use extreme caution.  With the snow came some rain, so there are wet areas and possible open streams.  Riders may also come across closed gates, indicating the trail section is closed- turn around and do not go around these gates.  As more grooming is done more information will be available.

All cross-country trail systems are open and reporting good condition.  A little more snow covers the Blue Hills Trail system where the entire system is groomed for skating, and a classical track has been set on a shorter portion of the trails.  Good snow coverage, consistency, and texture are being reported from the Blue Hills groomers.

Groomers have also packed and rolled the Sisters Farm and Ladysmith Lighted Loop Trails (the lights are on!!).  A classical track will be set when more snow falls.

To get current condition and groomer updates visit the trail system’s websites www.bluehillstrail.com or http://sites.google.com/site/latatrails/Home/archives/current-trail-conditions

Total snowfall received thus far is in the 7-10" range throughout the County, however trails remain closed.  One or two good snowfalls are needed for adequate coverage to get the trails groomed and open.  A significant Christmas snowstorm is forecast so hopefully that will get the trails in suitable condition. Groomers have been out on some trails getting them packed and getting swamps pushed down. Cross your fingers– it could be a good long season this year.  Keep checking in for future updates.

We received a healthy snowfall this past week of 4-8" throughout the County.  Early reports from the Blue Hills Trail groomers is that they have done the first grooming of the year.  Most of the core and beginner loop has been rolled and rock cover is reportedly good (rock skis still recommended) with only a little grass poking out.  The Trail Association does a great job of grooming and keeping us up to date on conditions and grooming schedules.  They post their timely updates on their website  http://www.bluehillstrail.com

We received a good 6-9" of  mostly powdery snow in the last week, but it will take some more for the trails to be opened.  The good news is that we of past years, and temperatures have been cold so streams and swamps are getting froze down.  Check back for future updates as more snow is received.

 Snowmobile trails will open on Friday, December 26, 2008 at 5:00 p.m.  – Over a foot of new snow has fallen on the area in the last 72 hours.  Groomers are out panning trails, opening gates, and evaluating conditions.  Trails are expected to be fully open by 5:00 pm on Friday.   Conditions are expected to be in poor-fair condition.  While enough snow has fallen, much of it was lighter than desired for better conditions.  Continue to check back for updates as conditions change.

 Snowmobile trails remain closed until more snow is received.  Stay tuned for more updates.