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Snowmobiling and Snowmobile Trail Condition Reports
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that are unmatched. Springtime fishing allows you to pick a lake,
out of hundreds of lakes, and catch your quarry.
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WESTERN U.P. TRAIL REPORT - 03/09/2010
Even though we still have 16" of snow on the ground it's going fast and we're getting close to "all she wrote" until we get more snow and it will take a good dumping to get the trails back into shape. Towns, streets, crossings & parking lots are bare.
Gogebic Range Trail Authority report: Groomers were on trail 2 Monday, and will groom 11N and 11S as far as they can go today...then they will have to park the Groomers. Conditions poor-fair to some good. Bare spots tend to pop up during the day.
more info on GRTA at: gogebicrangetrailauthority.com)
>From the Lake Gogebic Area-Groomers are out-northern trails are still in fair to good shape as there's snow in the woods-trails poor in town...it's difficult getting in and out of Bergland... Trails south of the Lake are all in poor condition.
Unable to get a hold of anyone from the U.P. Thunder Riders of Watersmeet: Phones were out there yesterday. Trails are poor and Grooming is done unless we get a really good snowfall.
Davey's Motel <daveysmotel@hotmail.com>
- Tuesday, March 09, 2010 at 09:31:27 (PST)
WESTERN U.P. TRAIL REPORT - 03/04/2010
Season snowfall to date now 166.6" - with 21" on the ground-While days are getting milder, overnight temps remain very cold.Some streets & crossings are bare. Best riding early in the day as trails will soften up by mid to late afternoon.
Gogebic Range Trail Authority: Groomers are out today - all trails being groomed including 2-8-160-11N and 11S. Conditions are good-some very good, some fair.more info on GRTA at: gogebicrangetrailauthority.com)
>From Gogebic Area Grooming, covering the Lake Gogebic Area-Groomers are out.. northern trails are still in really great shape-trails poor in town...the rest fair to good. Watch for icy corners. Logging is still ongoing- so watch for signs and especially logging trucks-pull way over immediately when you see them.
And from the U.P. Thunder Riders of Watersmeet: Town and parking lots are bare, groomers out - They report trail conditions improve as you go west. Best riding is early in the day.
TOO MANY SERIOUS ACCIDENTS are in the news this year. Many are alcohol and speed related. We want you to have a great time on our trails here in Big Snow Country, so please use your good common sense and save your drinking for after the ride.
ICE: Let us reiterate, there is no such thing as "safe" ice.
If you choose to ride on a body of water, be sure you check with locals in the specific area you intend to ride and get current information on conditions in that area. When you ride on ice, you are doing so at your own risk.
Davey's Motel <daveysmotel@hotmail.com>
- Thursday, March 04, 2010 at 11:05:38 (PST)
WESTERN U.P. TRAIL REPORT - 03/01/2010
Season snowfall to date now 166.4" - with 23" on the ground-While days are getting milder, overnight temps remain very cold.Some streets & crossings are bare- Overall conditons Good. In all areas you should be aware corners may be icy so slow down.
Gogebic Range Trail Authority: Groomers are out and all trails are being groomed including 2-8-160-11N and 11S. Conditions are good-some very good, some fair.more info on GRTA at: gogebicrangetrailauthority.com)
>From Gogebic Area Grooming, covering the Lake Gogebic Area-Groomers are out double grooming all trails.. trails in good shape and reported good to very good. Logging is still ongoing- so watch for signs and especially logging trucks-pull way over immediately when you see them.
And from the U.P. Thunder Riders of Watersmeet: Town and parking lots are bare, however groomers out - They report trail conditions improve as you go west. Best riding is early in the day.
TOO MANY SERIOUS ACCIDENTS are in the news this year. Many are alcohol and speed related. We want you to have a great time on our trails here in Big Snow Country, so please use your good common sense and save your drinking for after the ride.
ICE: Let us reiterate, there is no such thing as "safe" ice.
If you choose to ride on a body of water, be sure you check with locals in the specific area you intend to ride and get current information on conditions in that area. When you ride on ice, you are doing so at your own risk.
Davey's Motel <daveysmotel@hotmail.com>
- Monday, March 01, 2010 at 08:16:57 (PST)
WESTERN U.P. TRAIL REPORT - 02/23/2010
Season snowfall total remains at 151.6" with 19 on the ground...you can expect less in some places-more in others. Be aware streets/roads and hiways are bare-hoping that's temporary-will update tomorrow if our Lake Superior Snow Machine kicks as they are forecasting.
Gogebic Range Trail Authority: Groomers are out and all trails are being groomed including 2-8-160-11N and 11S. Conditions are a mixed bag..fair to good to very good...more info on GRTA at: gogebicrangetrailauthority.com)
>From Gogebic Area Grooming, covering the Lake Gogebic Area-Groomers are all out double grooming all trails.. trails in good shape -again some very good-some fair. Logging is still ongoing- so watch for signs and especially logging trucks-pull way over immediately when you see them.
And from the U.P. Thunder Riders of Watersmeet: Haven't been able to get an update-do know the groomers out daily- Last report had trail conditions are good to very good.
TOO MANY SERIOUS ACCIDENTS are in the news this year. Many are alcohol and speed related. We want you to have a great time on our trails here in Big Snow Country, so please use your good common sense and save your drinking for after the ride.
ICE: Let us reiterate, there is no such thing as "safe" ice.
If you choose to ride on a body of water, be sure you check with locals in the specific area you intend to ride and get current information on conditions in that area. When you ride on ice, you are doing so at your own risk.
Davey's Motel <daveysmotel@hotmail.com>
- Tuesday, February 23, 2010 at 07:26:46 (PST)
WESTERN U.P. TRAIL REPORT - 02/18/2010
Season snowfall total at 151.6" with 21 on the ground. That's official from the Wastewater treatment plant in Ironwood. Across the county you can expect less in some places-more in others.
Gogebic Range Trail Authority: Groomers are out and all trails are being groomed including 2-8-160-11N and 11S. Conditions are good-some very good, some fair depending on traffic & weather.(more info on GRTA at: gogebicrangetrailauthority.com)
>From Gogebic Area Grooming, covering the Lake Gogebic Area-Groomers are all out double grooming all trails..and with the new snow trails in really good shape and range from good to very good. Logging is still ongoing- so watch for signs and especially logging trucks-pull way over immediately when you see them.
And from the U.P. Thunder Riders of Watersmeet: They received new snow along with the rest of us - groomers out daily- They report trail conditions are good to very good.
TOO MANY SERIOUS ACCIDENTS are in the news this year. Many are alcohol and speed related. We want you to have a great time on our trails here in Big Snow Country, so please use your good common sense and save your drinking for after the ride.
ICE: Let us reiterate, there is no such thing as "safe" ice.
If you choose to ride on a body of water, be sure you check with locals in the specific area you intend to ride and get current information on conditions in that area. When you ride on ice, you are doing so at your own risk.
Davey's Motel <daveysmotel@hotmail.com>
- Thursday, February 18, 2010 at 07:50:33 (PST)
WESTERN U.P. TRAIL REPORT - 02/15/2010
If you said let's go up to the U.P. the second half of February you really made the right call! Not official but there's up to a foot of fresh snow on the ground today, depending where you are. Less in some places-more in others.
Gogebic Range Trail Authority: Groomers are out and all trails are being freshly groomed including 2-8-160-11N and 11S. Overall conditions Good-some very good, some fair.(more info on GRTA at: gogebicrangetrailauthority.com)
>From Gogebic Area Grooming, covering the Lake Gogebic Area-Groomers are all out double grooming all trails..and with the new snow trails in really good shape and range from good to very good. Logging is still ongoing- so watch for signs and especially logging trucks.
And from the U.P. Thunder Riders of Watersmeet: Couldn't reach them this a.m. and don't know how much snow they've received..do know the groomers are out - trails at least fair to good. Will try to update tomorrow.
TOO MANY SERIOUS ACCIDENTS are in the news this year. Many are alcohol and speed related. We want you to have a great time on our trails here in Big Snow Country, so please use your good common sense and save your drinking for after the ride.
ICE: Let us reiterate, there is no such thing as "safe" ice.
If you choose to ride on a body of water, be sure you check with locals in the specific area you intend to ride and get current information on conditions in that area. When you ride on ice, you are doing so at your own risk.
Davey's Motel <daveysmotel@hotmail.com>
- Monday, February 15, 2010 at 08:47:11 (PST)
Forecast is all over the place as to how much snow we are going to get from 4 to 15 inches by Monday evening. Will have to wait and see what we get. Sam
Davey's Motel <daveysmotel@hotmail.com>
- Sunday, February 14, 2010 at 09:29:49 (PST)
WESTERN U.P. TRAIL REPORT - 02/11/2010
Season snowfall to date: 137.8" with 18" on the ground. Groomers in all areas are out working on the trails.
Gogebic Range Trail Authority: Groomers are out both day and night and all trails are being groomed including 2-8-160-11N and 11S. Overall conditions Good-some very good, some fair. Keep in mind with increased use, corners may be icy -and as always, use extra caution when crossing streets, roads and driveways.(more info on GRTA at: gogebicrangetrailauthority.com)
>From Gogebic Area Grooming, covering the Lake Gogebic Area-Groomers are all out double grooming all trails.. trails range from good to very good.
And from the U.P. Thunder Riders of Watersmeet: groomers are out and reporting trails are solid and conditions are fair to good.
TOO MANY SERIOUS ACCIDENTS are in the news this year. Many are alcohol and speed related. We want you to have a great time on our trails here in Big Snow Country, so please use your good common sense and save your drinking for after the ride.
ICE: Let us reiterate, there is no such thing as "safe" ice.
If you choose to ride on a body of water, be sure you check with locals in the specific area you intend to ride and get current information on conditions in that area. When you ride on ice, you are doing so at your own risk.
Davey's Motel <daveysmotel@hotmail.com>
- Thursday, February 11, 2010 at 09:14:44 (PST)
WESTERN U.P. TRAIL REPORT - 02/08/2010
Groomers will all be hitting the trails to get them back into shape after the weekend traffic. Could use some more snow, and the forecast calls for that possibility throughout the week.
Gogebic Range Trail Authority: Groomers are out both day and night and all trails are being groomed including 2-8-160-11N and 11S. Overall conditions Good-some very good, some fair. corners may be icy - expect some crossings to be bare-use extra caution when crossing streets, roads and driveways.
>From the Lake Gogebic Area-Groomers are all out double grooming all trails.. trails range from good to very good.
Watersmeet groomers are out and reporting trails are solid and conditions are fair to good.
And here's good news for our Trail 2 East riders-the Marenisco Mini Mart is open and gas is again available there.
IN ALL AREAS:
Please slow down when riding through towns. We're starting to get some complaints so let's nip it in the bud before it become a problem.
TOO MANY SERIOUS ACCIDENTS are in the news this year. Many are alcohol and speed related. We want you to have a great time on our trails here in Big Snow Country, so please use your good common sense and save your drinking for after the ride.
ICE: Let us reiterate, there is no such thing as "safe" ice.
If you choose to ride on a body of water, be sure you check with locals in the specific area you intend to ride and get current information on conditions in that area. When you ride on ice, you are doing so at your own risk.
Davey's Motel <daveysmotel@hotmail.com>
- Monday, February 08, 2010 at 08:22:42 (PST)
WESTERN U.P. TRAIL REPORT - 02/05/2010
The best two months of winter begins NOW! Season Snowfall to date is 134.6". Looks like this weekend is offering up some great riding.
Gogebic Range Trail Authority: Groomers are out both day and night and all trails are being groomed including 2-8-160-11N and 11S. Overall conditions Good-some very good, some fair. With increased traffic, corners may be icy. Colder temps will improve the trails.
>From the Lake Gogebic Area-Groomers are all out double grooming all trails.. trails good to very good.
Watersmeet groomers are out and reporting trails are solid and conditions are fair to good.
And here's good news for our Trail 2 East riders-the Marenisco Mini Mart is open and gas is again available there.
IN ALL AREAS:
Please slow down when riding through towns. We're starting to get some complaints so let's nip it in the bud before it become a problem.
Keep in mind the groomers are out both day and night, so watch for them, and PLEASE pull over or at least slow down and wait for the operator to signal you by whenever you see them.
The time you spend riding in Big Snow Country is all about lots of fun and a great time...therefore, your safety is our #1 priority.
ICE: Let us reiterate, there is no such thing as "safe" ice.
If you choose to ride on a body of water, be sure you check with locals in the specific area you intend to ride and get current information on conditions in that area. When you ride on ice, you are doing so at your own risk.
SIGN VANDALISM RESULTING IN SERIOUS SITUATION
Expect to see more patrols on the trails due to a recent rash of sign vandalism incidents...we're hearing cameras also may be enlisted in order to apprehend those responsible. If you see any suspicious activity, please call the DNR at 800-292-7800.
Davey's Motel <daveysmotel@hotmail.com>
- Friday, February 05, 2010 at 12:05:00 (PST)
WESTERN U.P. TRAIL REPORT - 02/01/2010 Had some weekend snow... it was pretty fluffy so guessing the Season Snowfall to date is about 130" but will give official tomorrow. Cold temps have been good for firming things back up and it looks like this week will offer up some great riding.Gogebic Range Trail Authority: After some mechanical problems, groomers are out both day and night getting the trails back into shape. All are being groomed including 2-8-160-11N and 11S. Overall conditions Good-some very good, some fair. >From the Lake Gogebic Area-Groomers are all out double grooming all trails.. trails good to very good. Watersmeet groomers are out and reporting trails are solid and conditions are fair to good.And here's some good news for our Trail 2 East riders-the Marenisco Mini Mart is open and gas is again available there. IN ALL AREAS:Keep in mind the groomers are out both day and night, so watch for them, and PLEASE pull over or at least slow down and wait for the operator to signal you by whenever you see them. The time you spend riding in Big Snow Country is all about lots of fun and a great time...therefore, your safety is our #1 priority.
Davey's Motel <daveysmotel@hotmail.com>
- Monday, February 01, 2010 at 18:58:49 (PST)
WESTERN U.P. SNOWMOBILE REPORT
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WESTERN U.P. TRAIL REPORT - 01/29/2010
Our Big Snow Country official Season Snowfall to date is now 128" with 18" on the ground - Cold temps have been good for firming things back up.
Gogebic Range Trail Authority: Groomers are out both day and night. All trails being groomed including 2-8-160-11N and 11S. Overall conditions Good-some very good, some fair.
>From the Lake Gogebic Area-Groomers are all out double grooming all trails.. and reporting trails range from fair to good to very good.
Watersmeet groomers are back out and reporting trail conditions are fair to good.
And here's some good news for our Trail 2 East riders-the Marenisco Mini Mart is open and gas is again available there.
IN ALL AREAS:
Keep in mind the groomers are out both day and night, so watch for them, and PLEASE pull over or at least slow down and wait for the operator to signal you by whenever you see them.
The time you spend riding in Big Snow Country is all about lots of fun and a great time...therefore, your safety is our #1 priority.
Davey's Motel <daveysmotel@hotmail.com>
- Friday, January 29, 2010 at 06:43:35 (PST)
Best guess 8 to 10 inches of snow since last night and still very lightly snowing with the forecast calling for cold temps and light snow. Groomers are grooming all trails with conditions fair to good. Watch out for wet areas after the warm but the cold temps will help to freeze them up. Sam
Davey's Motel <daveysmotel@hotmail.com>
- Tuesday, January 26, 2010 at 10:20:43 (PST)
Had a chance to go for a short ride on trail 2 in Ironwood then some back trails. Trail 2 was a little rough but with some grooming it will not be to bad and the good news is the groomers are coming back out later today. The forecast is calling for cold temps starting tonight along with snow up to 10 inches by Wednesday. If we get the snow the trails should be in fairly good shape along with the cold temps to freeze up any wet areas after the warm up. Have no clue if this will be enough to help all the trails in the area only time will tell and how much snow we get. Will keep you posted as to how it turns out. Sam
Davey's Motel <daveysmotel@hotmail.com>
- Monday, January 25, 2010 at 14:06:34 (PST)
Woke up this morning to rain and what a mess the good news its starting to turn to snow. Will have to wait and see what we get, will take some photos of the main trail in Ironwood a little later today so you can see what it looks like. Didn't take any photos of the trail talked a friend that rode to Lake Gogebic form Ironwood yesterday and the trails are bad. We need cold and snow to get the trails back in shape. Sam
Davey's Motel <daveysmotel@hotmail.com>
- Sunday, January 24, 2010 at 09:46:51 (PST)
WESTERN U.P. TRAIL REPORT - 01/21/2010
Our Big Snow Country official Season Snowfall to date is 113.7". Conditionss remain about the same-could use snow-know it's coming and the sooner the better. We'll keep you posted.
Groomers are out in all areas working to keep the trails in as good shape as possible. For the most part calling conditions good tho there are areas where the riding will be fair.
Gogebic Range Trail Authority: Conditions good altho you may run into an occassional bare spot. Grooming is ongoing- 11 N is groomed-On 11S you still need to watch out for Logging Trucks on that quarter-mile narrow stretch. The trucks have the right of way so pull over if you see them. Signs are posted in that area...the Trail is being groomed. Trails 2-8 and 160 are all groomed or in the process of being groomed.
>From the Lake Gogebic Area-everything is being groomed and in good shape. IMPORTANT: There are Logging Trucks in the vicinity of the junction of 102 AND 8-W. You MAY NOT ride plowed roads-you MUST observe the snowmobile trail signs. Stay on the trails and if you see a logging truck, pull over immediately.
Watersmeet groomers reporting trails groomed daily and conditions fair to good.
IN ALL AREAS:
After a number of close calls, you need to be aware groomers can be out any time of the day or night, so PLEASE pull over or at least slow down and wait for the operator to signal you by whenever you see them.
We want you to have lots of fun and a great time...therefore, your safety is our #1 priority.
Davey's Motel <daveysmotel@hotmail.com>
- Thursday, January 21, 2010 at 07:13:32 (PST)
WESTERN U.P. TRAIL REPORT - 01/18/2010
Big Snow Country official Season Snowfall to date: 113.7".
We are in need of more snow...know it will come...but the sooner the better...mild temps and traffic took a toll on the trails but all groomers are out in all areas working to get them back in good condition. Overall they held up in pretty good shape.
Gogebic Range Trail Authority: Expect to find an occasional bare spot...groomer working to fix them. 11 N being groomed...on 11S you still want to watch for Logging Trucks around that quarter-mile narrow stretch -remember, the Trucks have the Right of Way. Signs are posted in that area...the Trail is being groomed. Trails 2-8 and 160 are all in the process of being groomed.
>From the Lake Gogebic Area-everything is being groomed and in pretty good shape tho trails will deteriorate as you get closer to the WI line.. IMPORTANT: There are Logging Trucks in the vicinity of the junction of 102 AND 8-W. You MAY NOT ride plowed roads-you MUST observe the snowmobile trail signs. (Have heard they may be issuing tickets.) Stay on the trails and if you see a logging truck, pull over immediately.
Watersmeet groomers report all trails groomed and conditions are fair to good
IN ALL AREAS:
After a number of close calls, you need to be aware groomers can be out any time of the day or night, so PLEASE pull over or at least slow down and wait for the operator to signal you by whenever you see them.
We want you to have lots of fun and a great time...therefore, your safety is our #1 priority.
Davey's Motel <daveysmotel@hotmail.com>
- Monday, January 18, 2010 at 08:48:32 (PST)
WESTERN U.P. TRAIL REPORT - 01/13/2010
Our Big Snow Country official Season Snowfall to date is now 113.7". We're talking "Winter Wonderland"...
Overall, you're going to find some mighty good riding just about anywhere here in the far western end of the U.P. All groomers are out. For the most part we're sticking with good to very good conditions. There are just a few exceptions where the riding will be fair.
Gogebic Range Trail Authority: Grooming is ongoing. 11 N is now groomed-Still expect to run into some wetness on the west side going north, but it's marked with signs.
NOTE: Watch for Logging Trucks ON 11S-there is a quarter-mile narrow stretch and the Trucks have the Right of Way. Signs are posted in that area...the Trail is freshly groomed. Trails 2-8 and 160 are all snow covered and groomed.
>From the Lake Gogebic Area-everything is freshly groomed and in good shape. IMPORTANT: There are Logging Trucks in the vicinity of the junction of 102 AND 8-W. You MAY NOT ride plowed roads-you MUST observe the snowmobile trail signs. (Have heard they may be issuing tickets.) Stay on the trails and if you see a logging truck, pull over immediately.
Watersmeet groomers reporting all trails being groomed daily and conditions are good to very good.
IN ALL AREAS:
After a number of close calls, you need to be aware groomers can be out any time of the day or night, so PLEASE pull over or at least slow down and wait for the operator to signal you by whenever you see them.
We want you to have lots of fun and a great time...therefore, your safety is our #1 priority.
THINGS YOU SHOULD KNOW
MAP ERROR
There are errors regarding the location of Paulding, MI, which is a new advertiser on this year's Trail Map. The red dot (#85)was mistakenly placed 1/2" south of where it should be and there also should be a GAS icon at Paulding. Snowmobile access to Paulding is via plowed County Rd-shoulders only.
ABOUT THE ICE:
It's time for our usual caution. There is no such thing as "safe ice" due to underwater currents. If you choose to go out, be sure you talk to locals where you intend to ride for specific information about the ice depth and other factors...be aware you will be riding at your own risk.
Davey's Motel <daveysmotel@hotmail.com>
- Wednesday, January 13, 2010 at 09:06:54 (PST)
WESTERN U.P. TRAIL REPORT - 01/11/2010
We're living up to the reason we're called "Big Snow Country."
Official Season Snowfall to date: 108.3"
Conditions haven't really changed...all groomers in Gogebic County are out. For the most part we're sticking with overall conditions Good to Very Good. There are just a few exceptions where the riding will be fair.
Gogebic Range Trail Authority: Grooming is ongoing. 11 N is now groomed-however, you can still expect to run into some wetness on the west side going north, but it's marked with signs.
NOTE: Watch for Logging Trucks ON 11S-there is a quarter-mile narrow stretch and the Trucks have the Right of Way. Signs are posted in that area...the Trail has been freshly groomed. Trails 2-8 and 160 are all snow covered and groomed.
>From the Lake Gogebic Area-everything is freshly groomed and in good shape. IMPORTANT: There are Logging Trucks in the vicinity of the junction of 102 AND 8-W. You MAY NOT ride plowed roads-you MUST observe the snowmobile trail signs. (Have heard they may be issuing tickets.) Stay on the trails and if you see a logging truck, pull over immediately.
Watersmeet groomers reporting all trails being groomed daily and conditions are now good to very good.
IN ALL AREAS:
After a number of close calls, you need to be aware groomers can be out any time of the day or night, so PLEASE pull over or at least slow down and wait for the operator to signal you by whenever you see them.
We want you to have lots of fun and a great time...therefore, your safety is our #1 priority.
ABOUT THE ICE:
It's time for our usual caution. There is no such thing as "safe ice" due to underwater currents. If you plan to go out, be sure you talk to locals where you intend to ride for information about the ice depth and other factors...be aware you will be riding at your own risk.
Davey's Motel <daveysmotel@hotmail.com>
- Monday, January 11, 2010 at 14:22:37 (PST)
WESTERN U.P. TRAIL REPORT - 01/08/2010
We're living up to the reason we're called "Big Snow Country."
Official Season Snowfall to date: 95.8" - More in the forecast.
All the groomers in all areas are out. For the most part we're calling overall conditions Good to Very Good with a few exceptions where the riding will be fair.
Gogebic Range Trail Authority: Grooming is ongoing. 11 N is now groomed-however, you can still expect to run into some wetness on the west side going north, but it's marked with signs.
NOTE: Watch for Logging Trucks ON 11S-there is a quarter-mile narrow stretch and the Trucks have the Right of Way. Signs are posted in that area...the Trail has been freshly groomed. Trails 2-8 and 160 are all snow covered and groomed.
>From the Lake Gogebic Area-everything is freshly groomed and in good shape. IMPORTANT: There are Logging Trucks in the vicinity of the junction of 102 AND 8-W. You MAY NOT ride plowed roads-you MUST observe the snowmobile trail signs. (Have heard they may be issuing tickets.) Stay on the trails and if you see a logging truck, pull over immediately.
Watersmeet groomers reporting all trails being groomed daily and conditions are now good to very good.
IN ALL AREAS:
After a number of close calls, you need to be aware groomers can be out any time of the day or night, so PLEASE pull over or at least slow down and wait for the operator to signal you by whenever you see them.
We want you to have lots of fun and a great time...therefore, your safety is our #1 priority.
Davey's Motel <daveysmotel@hotmail.com>
- Friday, January 08, 2010 at 10:10:16 (PST)
WESTERN U.P. TRAIL REPORT - 01/04/2010
We're living up to the reason we're called "Big Snow Country." Season Snowfall to date: 91.4"
All the groomers in all areas are out.
Gogebic Range Trail Authority: Grooming is ongoing. 11 N has been double groomed-you'll run into some wetness on the west side going north, but it's marked with signs. 11S is freshly groomed - still a little brushy in some areas but work on it is almost complete. Trails 2-8 and 160 are all snow covered and groomed or being groomed.
>From the Lake Gogebic Area-the groomers are out on all trails... everything is freshly groomed and in good shape. IMPORTANT: There are Logging Trucks in the vicinity of the junction of 102 AND 8-W. You MAY NOT ride plowed roads-you MUST observe the snowmobile trail signs. (Have heard they may be issuing tickets.) Stay on the trails and if you see a logging truck, pull over immediately.
Watersmeet groomers reporting all trails being groomed daily and good conditions.
After two close calls, you need to be aware groomers can be out any time of the day or night, so PLEASE pull over or at least slow down and wait for the operator to signal you by whenever you see them.
Davey's Motel <daveysmotel@hotmail.com>
- Monday, January 04, 2010 at 14:56:30 (PST)
WESTERN U.P. TRAIL REPORT - 01/02/2010
Our Lake Superior Snowmaker kicked in with a bunch of localized snow.. Because of the size of our county, amounts vary from from 4-6" to 15 to 20". That's a "guesstimate"-we'll get official snowfall Monday.
All the groomers in all areas are out.
Gogebic Range Trail Authority: 11 N was groomed yesterday for the first time-haven't talked to the groomer yet, but know it has been groomed. 11S is open & groomed - still a little brushy is some areas but being worked on. Trails 2-8 and 160 are all freshly snow covered and being groomed today.
>From the Lake Gogebic Area-the groomers are out on all trails... everything is freshly groomed and in good shape. IMPORTANT: There are Logging Trucks in the vicinity of the junction of 102 AND 8-W. You MAY NOT ride plowed roads-you MUST observe the snowmobile trail signs. (Have heard they may be issuing tickets.) Stay on the trails and if you see a logging truck, pull over immediately.
Watersmeet groomers reporting all trails being groomed daily and Good conditions.
It's time for our usual caution about ice: There is no such thing as "safe ice" due to underwater currents. If you plan to go out, be sure you talk to locals where you intend to ride for information about the ice depth and other factors...be aware you will be riding at your own risk.
And one more safety note... groomers can and will be out any time of the day or night, especially this week...so PLEASE pull over when you see them.
We want you to have a great time...and most importantly, to stay safe.
Davey's Motel <daveysmotel@hotmail.com>
- Sunday, January 03, 2010 at 06:09:22 (PST)
ESTERN U.P. TRAIL REPORT - 12/30/2009
Happy New Year. Snow in the forecast and typical temps thru the weekend should keep things in good shape. Sticking with overall conditions as Fair to Good - this depends where you're riding...you will find some trails better than good, some worse.
In case you missed it, we'll repeat our "INFO UPDATE" regarding Gas in Marenisco: While the Marenisco Gas Station on Trail 2 is closed, there is Gas available at Bam Bam's Bar & Grill.
All the groomers are out working to keep the trails in as good shape as possible-
Gogebic Range Trail Authority: 11S is now open - you'll find it a little brushy is some areas but they're continuing to work on it. Trails 2-8 and 160 are all snow covered and freshly groomed...11N is still not groomed-the swampy area hasn't frozen up so they are now packing snow in that area to get it groomable which they will do ASAP.
>From the Lake Gogebic Area-the groomers are out on all trails...so everything is freshly groomed. Heads Up: You may encounter Logging Trucks at the junction of 102 AND 8 W-pull over if you do.
>From Watersmeet groomers reporting all trails are being groomed daily and Good conditions.
It's time for our usual caution about ice: There is no such thing as "safe ice" due to underwater currents. If you plan to go out, be sure you talk to locals where you intend to ride for information about the ice depth and other factors...be aware you will be riding at your own risk.
And one more safety note... groomers can and will be out any time of the day or night, especially this week...so PLEASE pull over when you see them.
We want you to have a great time...and to stay safe.
Davey's Motel <daveysmotel@hotmail.com>
- Wednesday, December 30, 2009 at 10:56:45 (PST)
WESTERN U.P. TRAIL REPORT - 12/28/2009
Happy New Year. Getting some off and on snow...enough to keep everything nice and white. Still reporting overall conditions as Fair to Good - some better, some worse.
Here's an "INFO UPDATE" regarding Gas in Marenisco: While the Marenisco Gas Station on Trail 2 is closed, there is Gas available at Bam Bam's Bar & Grill.
Conditions really haven't changed as all the groomers are out working to keep the trails in as good shape as possible-
Gogebic Range Trail Authority: 11S is now open for riding...it's a little brushy is some areas and they're continuing to work on it. Trails 2-8 and 160 are all snow covered and freshly groomed...11N is still not groomed-the swampy area hasn't frozen up so they are now packing snow in that area to get it groomable which they will do ASAP.
>From the Lake Gogebic Area-the groomers are out on all trails...so everything is freshly groomed. Heads Up: You may encounter Logging Trucks at the junction of 102 AND 8 W-pull over if you do.
>From Watersmeet groomers reporting all trails are being groomed daily and Good conditions.
Remember, groomers can be out any time of the day or night so PLEASE pull over when you see them.
Davey's Motel <daveysmotel@hotmail.com>
- Monday, December 28, 2009 at 10:32:00 (PST)
WESTERN U.P. TRAIL REPORT - 12/23/2009
Blue skies and sunshine on a gorgeous looking day. Overall trails Fair to Good...some a little better-some a litte worse.
Groomers are all out on the trails...We're getting good feedback from riders.
Here's an "INFO UPDATE" in the things you should know category. The Marenisco Gas Station on Trail 2 is closed. If this was a stop you planned on, it is no longer available. Just wanted you to be aware of this and thanks to a reader who passed this info on to us to share with you.
>From the Gogebic Range Trail Authority: trail 11S is still closed due to logging. In addition, they are working on a permanent re-route around that wet hole that causes so much trouble. Again the closure shouldn't last too long and we'll keep you informed. In addition, 11N has NOT been groomed yet, as there are are still areas too wet to groom.
Gogebic Area Groomers-everything is freshly groomed-trails in pretty good shape...a few rough areas where there was logging are well marked.
Watersmeet groomers reporting all trails freshly groomed and improving...
Remember, groomers can be out any time of the day or night so PLEASE pull over when you see them.
Davey's Motel <daveysmotel@hotmail.com>
- Wednesday, December 23, 2009 at 09:27:38 (PST)
TRAIL CONDITION REPORT
Saw quite a few snowmobiles out over the weekend. Overall trails Fair to Good...some a little better-some a litte worse.
Groomers from the four clubs are all out on the trails.
Gogebic Range Trail Authority still has that 'heads up' - trail 11S closed for about a week due to logging. Now the good news on this trail is they are working on a permanent re-route around that wet hole that causes so much trouble. Again the closure shouldn't last too long and we'll keep you informed. In addition, 11N has NOT been groomed yet, as there are areasstill too wet to groom.
Gogebic Area Groomers-everything is freshly groomed-trails in pretty good shape...a few rough areas where there was logging are well marked.
Watersmeet groomers reporting all trails freshly groomed and improving.
In Ontonagon, one of two groomers is out...the other expects to be in action this week...watch for ice East on Trail 12, Norwich Rd. and LP Walsh.
Remember, groomers can be out any time of the day or night so PLEASE pull over when you see them.
Davey's Motel <daveysmotel@hotmail.com>
- Monday, December 21, 2009 at 09:31:57 (PST)
WESTERN U.P. TRAIL REPORT - 12/18/2009
Looks like a great weekend for riding. Overall trails Fair to Good...some better than good...(and a couple spots likely worse than fair.)
Groomers from the Gogebic Range Trail Authority, Gogebic Area Grooming, U.P. Thunder Riders of Watersmeet, and North Country Snowmobile Club in Ontonagon are all out on the trails.
Gogebic Range Trail Authority. A 'heads up' - trail 11S is closed for about a week due to logging, but the good news on this trail is they are working on a permanent re-route around that wet hole that causes so much trouble. Again the closure shouldn't last too long and we'll keep you informed. In addition, 11N has NOT been groomed yet, as there are still too wet to groom.
Gogebic Area Groomers-everything is freshly groomed-they report trails flat and hard right now...a few rough areas where there was logging are well marked.
Watersmeet are groomer reporting all trails freshly groomed.
In Ontonagon, one of two groomers is out...the other expects to be in action next week...watch for ice East on Trail 12, Norwich Rd. and LP Walsh.
Remember,the groomers can be out any time of the day or night so PLEASE pull over when you see them.
Keep in mind, although MI trails opened December 1st, they may or may not be groomed. WI Trails are now officially open.
Davey's Motel <daveysmotel@hotmail.com>
- Friday, December 18, 2009 at 08:31:52 (PST)
After several single digit days, looks like a great upcoming weekend-20 will feel like a heat wave. It's still early season riding, but better than usual early season. Groomers from the Gogebic Range Trail Authority, Gogebic Area Grooming, Watersmeet, and North Country Snowmobile Club in Ontonagon are all out on the trails. A 'heads up' from the GRTA-trail 11S is closed for about a week due to logging, but the good news on this trail is they are working on a permanent re-route around that wet hole that causes so much trouble. Again the closure shouldn't last too long and we'll keep you informed. Also,in Ontonagon, watch for ice East on Trail 12, Norwich Rd. and LP Walsh.
Remember,the groomers are out A LOT right now, so PLEASE pull over when you see them.
Keep in mind, although MI trails opened December 1st, they may or may not be groomed. WI Trails are now officially open.
Davey's Motel <daveysmotel@hotmail.com>
- Thursday, December 17, 2009 at 10:59:49 (PST)
WESTERN U.P. TRAIL REPORT - 12/14/2009
We've had a little more fresh snow in the past 24-anywhere from 1 - 5 inches or so depending where it's measured across the county.
Groomers from the Gogebic Range Trail Authority, Gogebic Area Grooming and Watersmeet are all on their regular schedules, working on the trails. Conditions are improving but are still in the "early season" category as there's still a lot of wet areas. 11N and 11S haven't been able to even be "rolled" yet. Cold temps are starting to freeze things up
Keep in mind, although MI trails open as of December 1st, they may or may not be groomed. WI Trails are now officially open.
Check out web cams throughout the area to see the snow amounts for yourself. Find links on our website at westernup.info
Davey's Motel <daveysmotel@hotmail.com>
- Monday, December 14, 2009 at 12:55:16 (PST)
The last storm dumped 29.5 inches of snow on the area. Groomers are out getting the trails open which will take sometime as this is the first major storm of the year. Swamps and wet areas will take time to freeze in so ride with caution. Sam
Davey's Motel <daveysmotel@hotmail.com>
- Sunday, December 13, 2009 at 06:28:08 (PST)
Trails are open in Michigan to bad there is not enough snow to ride them. We have 2 to 4 inches of snow on the ground not enough to do anything at this time. The bad news is the forecast is not looking to good at this time for snow, what we need is a big storm to surprise us so we can get this season going. Sam
Davey's Motel <daveysmotel@hotmail.com>
- Saturday, December 05, 2009 at 13:33:50 (PST)
reports coming with the snow...
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