 Presque
Isle and Winchester, Wisconsin Snowmobiling and Snowmobile Trail
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Presque
Isle, Wisconsin Snowmobiling and Snowmobile Trail Conditions
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The first week of February will come with FAIR to GOOD trail conditions in the Presque Isle/Winchester area. The past weekend recorded a record numbers of snowmobiles in Northern Wisconsin. Our trails experienced significant trail erosion. The groomer operators have been working every night to restore the trails. Several trail sections are showing a ‘mocha’ color. Many corners are down to frozen dirt. With grooming this will improve but without significant snow it is a problem. This week’s forecast is for milder temperatures and some light snowfalls. We have a lot of VERY GOOD riding but because of the aforementioned conditions we are warning riders. Remember; expect icy corners, encountering a groomer and a possible reckless rider. Until next time; ride with care, stay tuned and “Think Snow”!
On Saturday February 4th The Sno-Bunnies will be serving a Breakfast Buffet Fundraiser at the Yacht Club Bar in UpTown Presque Isle 8:30 to 11:30
Renn Karl <rkbk67@gmail.com>
- Thursday, February 02, 2012 at 06:03:40 (PST)
The first week of February will come with GOOD to VERY GOOD trail conditions in the Presque Isle/Winchester area. The past weekend recorded a record numbers of snowmobiles in Northern Wisconsin. Our trails experienced significant trail erosion. The groomer operators have been working every night to restore the trails. Several trail sections are showing a ‘mocha’ color. Many corners are down to frozen dirt. With grooming this will improve but without significant snow it is a problem. This week’s forecast is for milder temperatures and some light snowfalls. We have a lot of EXCELLENT riding but because of the aforementioned conditions we are warning riders. Remember; expect icy corners, encountering a groomer and a possible reckless rider. Until next time; ride with care, stay tuned and “Think Snow”!
On Saturday February 4th The Sno-Bunnies will be serving a Breakfast Buffet Fundraiser at the Yacht Club Bar in UpTown Presque Isle 8:30 to 11:30
Renn Karl <rkbk67@gmail.com>
- Wednesday, February 01, 2012 at 06:41:46 (PST)
The last days of January will come with GOOD to VERY GOOD trail conditions in the Presque Isle/Winchester area. The past weekend recorded a record numbers of snowmobiles in Northern Wisconsin. Our trails experienced significant trail erosion. The groomer operators have been working every night to restore the trails. Several trail sections are showing a ‘mocha’ color. Many corners are down to frozen dirt. With grooming this will improve but without significant snow it is a problem. This week’s forecast is for milder temperatures and some light snowfalls. We have a lot of EXCELLENT riding but because of the aforementioned conditions we are warning riders. Remember; expect icy corners, encountering a groomer and a possible reckless rider. Until next time; ride with care, stay tuned and “Think Snow”!
On Saturday February 4th the Sno-Bunnies Snowmbile Club will be serving Breakfast Buffet Fundraiser at the Yacht Club Bar in UpTown Presque Isle 8:30 to 11:30
Renn Karl <rkbk67@gmail.com>
- Sunday, January 29, 2012 at 12:34:22 (PST)
The last weekend of January is going present some of the BEST SNOWMOBILING of the season! Mild temperatures and a good chance of new snow suggest it doesn’t get any better than this! The Presque Isle/Winchester nightly grooming schedule has shaped our trails into VERY GOOD to EXCELLENT status. If it were not for some corners continuing to show ‘blow out’ as well as a few hilltops, the whole system would be EXCELLENT. Remember; expect icy corners, encountering a groomer and a possible reckless rider. Until next time; ride with care, stay tuned and “Think Snow”!
Renn Karl <rkbk67@gmail.com>
- Thursday, January 26, 2012 at 09:03:25 (PST)
The fourth week of January is going to be the BEST SNOWMOBILING of the season! A nightly grooming schedule coupled with a good dose of fresh snow has been the critical factor for upgrading our trail conditions. The Presque Isle/Winchester Trails have been upgraded from good to VERY GOOD and EXCELLENT! Some corners continue to show ‘blow out’ as well as a few hilltops, but our groomers say the new snow came with enough moisture to allow ‘hook up’ without excessive spin. Midweek riders are catching the perfect conditions without crowded trails. Many fine establishments in our area are running some great mid-week specials, so this is the week to come ride! Remember; expect icy corners, encountering a groomer and a possible reckless rider. Until next time; ride with care, stay tuned and “Think Snow”!
Renn Karl <rkbk67@gmail.com>
- Monday, January 23, 2012 at 13:52:39 (PST)
Old Man Winter has wrapped is burley arms around the North Woods and his ‘bear-hug’ grip has locked us in COLD! His icy winds whipping over Lake Superior have dusted our area with snow. This is Good News and Bad News… Good because snow and cold is just what our groomers have been calling for. Bad because by Saturday WIND CHILLS will be approaching minus 30! The Presque Isle/Winchester Trail System (PWTS) has been upgraded to GOOD and VERY GOOD. Remember, ride with care, expect icy corners, skimpy snow stretches, the occasional rock and that possible groomer. Until next time, stay tuned and “Think Snow”!
Renn Karl <rkbk67@gmail.com>
- Thursday, January 19, 2012 at 05:26:50 (PST)
Heavy traffic, limited base and multiple grooming have stressed the Presque Isle/Winchester Snowmobile trails. Our trails have a mocha color with corners showing ice. Our current trail conditions are FAIR to GOOD. We have snow in the forecast and we’re still on a nightly grooming schedule. Remember, ride with care, and expect conditions to be marginal with icy corners, skimpy snow stretches, the occasional rock and that possible groomer. Until next time, stay tuned and “Think Snow”!
Renn Karl <rkbk67@gmail.com>
- Monday, January 16, 2012 at 15:08:08 (PST)
Winter has returned to the Northwoods! It started Wednesday afternoon as a mist and snow combination then turned to all snow. So far we’ve accumulated 5 inches of new snow… and it’s still snowing! The National Weather Service has our area in line for snow until Friday night. Our Club will resume grooming tonight. Heavily wooded areas have held up well but dry spots had developed in tight corners and south facing exposures. We’re hoping this new snow will seal those dry areas and given that Friday and Saturday are forecasted to have subzero night-time lows and below normal highs, the snow should remain. I’m predicting our trail conditions will be GOOD to VERY GOOD by Saturday. Our Club as well as surrounding Clubs groom at night so keep that in mind as you ride. Remember, ride with care, and expect conditions to be marginal with icy corners, dry stretches, the occasional rock and that possible groomer. Until next time, stay tuned and “Think Snow”!
Renn Karl <rkbk67@gmail.com>
- Thursday, January 12, 2012 at 12:41:35 (PST)
What great weather for everyone except SNOWMOBILIERS! Beautiful sunny days and temperatures in the upper 30’s! Not good for our trails. Exceptional numbers of sleds, warm weather and a limited base have taken their toll. Our club has suspended grooming to preserve what little base is left. Because of these conditions we’ve downgraded our trail status as POOR to FAIR depending on the exposure to sun. Heavily wooded areas have held up well but dry spots have developed in tight corners and south facing exposures. Tuesday January 10th should be the end of our thaw with a change in the weather predicted. Forecasters are saying snow and cold for Wednesday thru Friday. Remember, ride with care, and expect conditions to be marginal with icy corners, dry stretches, the occasional rock and that possible groomer. Until next time, stay tuned and “Think Snow”!
Renn Karl <rkbk67@gmail.com>
- Monday, January 09, 2012 at 18:14:37 (PST)
What great weather for everyone except SNOWMOBILIERS! Beautiful sunny days and temperatures in the upper 30’s! Not good for our trails. Exceptional numbers of sleds, warm weather and a limited base have taken their toll. Our club and surrounding clubs continue to groom but the cover is getting ‘ SNIRTY’ and thin. Because of these conditions we’ve downgraded our trail status to FAIR and GOOD depending on the exposure to sun. Heavily wooded areas have held up well but dry spots have developed in heavily used corners and south facing exposures. Today and tomorrow will be the worst then the weather is forecasted to bring snow and cold. Remember, ride with care, and expect to meet groomers, icy corners and fellow snowmobilers. Until next time, stay tuned and “Think Snow”!
Renn Karl <rkbk67@gmail.com>
- Monday, January 09, 2012 at 08:29:54 (PST)
It has become a Happy New Year for Snowmobilers in Vilas County. National Weather Service gave Presque Isle the official recognition of have received 16 inches of snow over the New Year’s Weekend! With the snow came the crowds and our trails took a beating… We’re happy to announce that the trail system has been repaired and 100% of the system is in a regular grooming schedule. Early season conditions and several wet areas had restricted access to all but one of our ‘tractors’. Our TUCKER TERRA is currently the only machine which can cover the whole system but with subzero temperatures that should soon change. The status of the Presque Isle/Winchester trail system is GOOD to VERY GOOD. Remember this is still EARLY SEASON and riders could encounter rough areas, icy patches and wet segments in low-lying areas. Stay tuned, ride carefully and “Think Snow!”
Renn Karl <rkbk67@gmail.com>
- Wednesday, January 04, 2012 at 06:12:48 (PST)
Happy New Year! 2012 came with snow (7 inches New Years Eve) and it’s still snowing! Vilas County will be in a Winter Storm Warning until 3 PM Monday January 2nd! This is welcome news for the snowmobile trail system. The Presque Isle/Winchester Snowmobile Club will resume a regular grooming schedule as long as the conditions warrant. Weather for the first week of January begins with a cold burst that moderates before the first weekend. Currently we’ve upgraded our trail system to EARLY SEASON GOOD which means riders could still encounter rough areas, icy patches and wet segments in low-lying areas. Stay tuned, ride carefully and “Think Snow!”
Renn Karl <rkbk67@gmail.com>
- Sunday, January 01, 2012 at 18:34:58 (PST)
Good Bye 2011 and Hello 2012! New Year’s Weekend could prove to be a little heaven and a little… well you know! There is snow in the forecast as well as freezing rain and a winter blast with sub-zero wind chills! Our trails as well as neighboring areas have experienced moderate to heavy traffic resulting in sections of SNIRT and TORN CORNERS. Mother Nature has teased us with light lake flurries for several days. Many area lakes have sufficient ice to support snowmobiles and ice shanties… REMEMBER; don’t use ice routes if they’re not marked! Our trails are in early season condition and riders will encounter rough areas, icy patches and wet segments in low-lying areas. Check the weather, rider with care and “Think Snow”.
Renn Karl <rkbk67@gmail.com>
- Thursday, December 29, 2011 at 12:26:16 (PST)
It’s Christmas Week and all through the North, Snowmobilers are waiting for Santa to deliver some snow… The trails have a thin base, and sufficient snow to allow riding. The caveat is that the trails are in early season condition and riders will encounter rough areas, icy patches and wet segments in low-lying areas. The Sno-Bunnies as well as surrounding clubs have been out packing the base. It is NOT RECOMMENDED to cross area lakes until the route across the lake is clearly marked. On Tuesday December 27th the Club is having a Breakfast/Brunch at the Presque Isle Pub, we hope to see you there. Remember, Ride with care and “Think Snow”
Renn Karl <rkbk67@gmail.com>
- Friday, December 23, 2011 at 06:29:08 (PST)
Snow! Yes, we have fresh snow! Our base took a beating last week but colder temps and a fresh delivery of 4 to 6 inches (less in south more to the north) of snow last night means we’ll have riding this weekend. Remember, trails are in early season condition and riders may encounter rough areas, icy patches and wet segments in low-lying areas. Our club as well as surrounding clubs has been out packing the base. It is NOT recommended to cross area lakes until the route across the lake is clearly marked. Ride with care and “Think Snow”
Renn Karl <rkbk67@gmail.com>
- Friday, December 16, 2011 at 05:26:05 (PST)
Welcome to the 2011-2012 Snowmobile Season!
Wish we had a good snow report! We had enough snow for using our new trail packer but the warm weather has taken it’s toll on the base. Right now we’re waiting for snow. For a really good snow report check out this website http://home.centurytel.net/presque-isle-weather/
Here is the latest official snow report for Vilas County
THE STATE FUNDED SNOWMOBILE TRAIL SYSTEM IN VILAS COUNTY OFFICIALLY OPENED AT NOON ON MONDAY 12 DECEMBER 2011.
With minimal snow, the use of caution is strongly recommended. Trails are in early season condition and riders may encounter rough areas, icy patches and wet segments in low-lying areas. More snow is needed to enable area snowmobile clubs to provide the well groomed world class trails Vilas County is noted for. It is not recommended to cross area lakes until the route across the lake is clearly marked.
Renn Karl <rkbk67@gmail.com>
- Tuesday, December 13, 2011 at 10:13:11 (PST)
Welcome to the 2011-2012 Snowmobile Season. The first snow of the season has created excitement for Snowmobiling! Our Club has been very busy preparing for the coming season by hosting a ‘brushing’ weekend in October, taking delivery of our ‘New Used’ 2009 Tucker Terra and just this past week SNO BOSS GROOMERS delivered our New Sno Boss “Trail Roller”. You can check out all the latest club activities as well as the proposed trail opening date by accessing the Sno-Bunnies website at http://www.sno-bunnies.com/index.htm Until next time stay tuned and “Think Snow”!
Renn Karl <rkbk67@gmail.com>
- Monday, November 14, 2011 at 10:39:00 (PST)
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- Monday, November 14, 2011 at 10:34:04 (PST)
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