Still melting. Certainly nothing exciting happened in Frederic yesterday so I decided the best way to fix that was to first put a note in my front door that says, Hours will vary until we get rideable snow. And then headed to the Frederic Inn for dinner and had my favorite dinner. Thats it for now. I will get on here as things progress. Thanks for checking in. Pete
We had an epic start to snowmobile season – the Gaylord area got hit with over 90 inches of snow to start out winter!
Due to the warmer temps, trails are in poor condition and grooming has stopped. Don’t worry, there’s more snow in the forecast! Check out this live feed to see trail #7, just north of Gaylord.
A few things to remember about groomers:
– Groomers are out there to help you have a better riding experience and always have the right of way. – Please move off the trail when groomers are coming and allow them to safely pass. – If you approach a groomer from behind, kindly wait for the operator to signal you to pass. – Grooming can take place at any time during the day or night. – Have fun and stay safe!
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As always, check back with us for updates and weather reports.
WEATHER UPDATE via Meteorologist Brad Sugden >> Another round of lake effect snow is going to be had! This is only for Thursday through Saturday. I'll wait and see how the system going south of our state impacts us Sunday through Monday and beyond and issue another snow map then! The greatest news for snow lovers is that this will stay around for a bit! #miweather #keweenaw#westernup#marquette#munising #seney #newberry #soo #straitsarea#gaylord#cadillac#benzie#traversecity#petoskeyAnother round of lake effect snow is going to be had!
This is only for Thursday through Saturday. I'll wait and see how the system going south of our state impacts us Sunday through Monday and beyond and issue another snow map then!
The greatest news for snow lovers is that this will stay around for a bit!
WEATHER UPDATE via US National Weather Service Gaylord Michigan >> The first round of a long-lived lake effect snowfall event will begin today, mainly impacting the classic snow belts of northwest lower and eastern upper. Accumulations of 4-6 inches with locally higher amounts is expected near areas along Whitefish Bay. Please use caution while traveling this New Years Day, as roadway conditions could rapidly worsen when driving in and out of snow bands. #miweather #gaylord#cadillac#benzie#traversecity#petoskey #soo #newberryThe first round of a long-lived lake effect snowfall event will begin today, mainly impacting the classic snow belts of northwest lower and eastern upper. Accumulations of 4-6 inches with locally higher amounts is expected near areas along Whitefish Bay. Please use caution while traveling this New Years Day, as roadway conditions could rapidly worsen when driving in and out of snow bands. ... See MoreSee Less
WEATHER UPDATE via US National Weather Service Gaylord Michigan >> Light lake effect snow showers to continue overnight, taking a little better shape after midnight as winds become more northwesterly. Most areas will see an inch or less of snow, though locally up to 2 inches is possible by New Years morning for a few areas in the usual snow belts. #miweather #gaylord#cadillac#benzie#traversecity#petoskeyLight lake effect snow showers to continue overnight, taking a little better shape after midnight as winds become more northwesterly. Most areas will see an inch or less of snow, though locally up to 2 inches is possible by New Years morning for a few areas in the usual snow belts. ... See MoreSee Less
WEATHER UPDATE via US National Weather Service Gaylord Michigan >> Northwest flow lake effect snow showers will begin to pick up in intensity starting as early as Wednesday morning, and particularly into Wednesday night across the eastern UP. Parts of Chippewa county could pick up 3-5 inches of snow or locally a little more by the Thursday morning commute. Dramatic changes in conditions in and out of snowbands will be possible, so be sure to take it easy out there. #miweather #gaylord#cadillac#benzie#traversecity#petoskey #soo #newberryNorthwest flow lake effect snow showers will begin to pick up in intensity starting as early as Wednesday morning, and particularly into Wednesday night across the eastern UP. Parts of Chippewa county could pick up 3-5 inches of snow or locally a little more by the Thursday morning commute. Dramatic changes in conditions in and out of snowbands will be possible, so be sure to take it easy out there. ... See MoreSee Less
FREDERIC - GAYLORD AREA UPDATE via Sledheads of Frederic , Michigan Snowmobiling >> Happy New Years Eve day. I wish I could tell you we got dumped with snow but the only thing that has increased is the bare ground this week. The 2 pics below I took at Sledheads when I went up there yesterday just to see what it looked like. The lot is pretty bare and I even have a big pond in my back parking lot. The Frederic Inn is having prime rib tonight so I might just have to try that. I would actually rather ride than eat. Wishing eveyone a Happy and Safe New Year and thanks for checking in. Pete #frederic #gaylord#snowphotos... See MoreSee Less
Happy New Years Eve day. I wish I could tell you we got dumped with snow but the only thing that has increased is the bare ground this week. The 2 pics below I took at Sledheads when I went up ther…
WEATHER UPDATE via US National Weather Service Gaylord Michigan >> Rounds of accumulating lake effect snow will begin this Wednesday and carry into the Weekend. Accumulations of 3-5+ inches by Thursday morning is expected for localized parts of northern lower and eastern upper near Whitefish Bay. Areas within heavier snow bands could lead to snow covered roads and reduced visibilities so be sure to use caution on your Wednesday night and Thursday morning commutes! #miweather #gaylord#cadillac#benzie#traversecity#petoskeyRounds of accumulating lake effect snow will begin this Wednesday and carry into the Weekend. Accumulations of 3-5+ inches by Thursday morning is expected for localized parts of northern lower and eastern upper near Whitefish Bay. Areas within heavier snow bands could lead to snow covered roads and reduced visibilities so be sure to use caution on your Wednesday night and Thursday morning commutes! ... See MoreSee Less
WEATHER UPDATE via US National Weather Service Gaylord Michigan >> Outside of a stray drop or flake, expect cloudy and quiet conditions that will last into the first part of Tuesday. Tuesday will mark the day when temperatures begin to steadily cool throughout the week. Lake effect snow showers will begin this Wednesday and continue through the remainder of the week impacting the typical north westerly snow belts of northern lower and eastern upper. #miweather #gaylord#cadillac#benzie#traversecity#petoskeyOutside of a stray drop or flake, expect cloudy and quiet conditions that will last into the first part of Tuesday. Tuesday will mark the day when temperatures begin to steadily cool throughout the week. Lake effect snow showers will begin this Wednesday and continue through the remainder of the week impacting the typical north westerly snow belts of northern lower and eastern upper. ... See MoreSee Less
WEATHER UPDATE via US National Weather Service Gaylord Michigan >> Rain and snow showers continue to depart from Northern Michigan today, leaving behind some patchy drizzle for parts of northern lower and eastern upper. Weather will remain mostly quiet and cool this Tuesday before temperatures begin to steadily cool throughout the week. Lake effect snow showers will begin this Wednesday and continue through the remainder of the week impacting the typical north westerly snow belts of northern lower and eastern upper. #miweather #gaylord#cadillac#benzie#traversecity#petoskeyRain and snow showers continue to depart from Northern Michigan today, leaving behind some patchy drizzle for parts of northern lower and eastern upper. Weather will remain mostly quiet and cool this Tuesday before temperatures begin to steadily cool throughout the week. Lake effect snow showers will begin this Wednesday and continue through the remainder of the week impacting the typical north westerly snow belts of northern lower and eastern upper. ... See MoreSee Less
WEATHER UPDATE via Midwest Weather >> ~Significant Lake Effect Event Wednesday-Sunday~ A rather significant lake effect event is expected for the second half of this week for areas along Lake Michigan and Lake Superior. Currently, the highest totals are expected in the eastern half of the UP but heavy snowfall is expected along Lake Michigan and the western third of the UP.. As usual, snowfall rates will sometimes near or exceed 1" an hour, making travel very difficult. Snowfall totals could be near 2' in some areas, but the exact location is still uncertain. I'm talking to Micheal from Kryptonite Weather later today on the plan, but we are leaving Wednesday evening to be up there by Thursday morning. From there, haven't planned yet but looking like toward Sault Ste. Marie, Michigan. #miweather #keweenaw#westernup#marquette#munising #seney #newberry #soo #straitsarea#gaylord#cadillac#benzie#traversecity#petoskey~OUTDATED~
~Significant Lake Effect Event Wednesday-Sunday~
A rather significant lake effect event is expected for the second half of this week for areas along Lake Michigan and Lake Superior. Currently, the highest totals are expected in the eastern half of the UP but heavy snowfall is expected along Lake Michigan and the western third of the UP.. As usual, snowfall rates will sometimes near or exceed 1" an hour, making travel very difficult. Snowfall totals could be near 2' in some areas, but the exact location is still uncertain.
I'm talking to Micheal from Kryptonite Weather later today on the plan, but we are leaving Wednesday evening to be up there by Thursday morning. From there, haven't planned yet but looking like toward Sault Ste. Marie, Michigan.
Snow Chasers Lodge in the western UP is your outdoor adventure base camp. Featuring easy trail access and clean comfortable lodging. It's a great place to stay with your friends and family. www.snowchaserslodging.com... See MoreSee Less
WEATHER UPDATE via US National Weather Service Gaylord Michigan >> Rain will mix with and eventually flip to snow, particularly across the interior terrain of northern lower into far northeast lower Michigan, even as early as this afternoon for some areas. Accumulating wet, slushy snow will lead to sloppy roads tonight into Monday morning. #miweather #gaylord#cadillac#benzie#traversecity#petoskeyRain will mix with and eventually flip to snow, particularly across the interior terrain of northern lower into far northeast lower Michigan, even as early as this afternoon for some areas. Accumulating wet, slushy snow will lead to sloppy roads tonight into Monday morning. #MIwx ... See MoreSee Less
FREDERIC - GAYLORD AREA UPDATE via Sledheads of Frederic , Michigan Snowmobiling >> Still melting. Certainly nothing exciting happened in Frederic yesterday so I decided the best way to fix that was to first put a note in my front door that says, Hours will vary until we get rideable snow. And then headed to the Frederic Inn for dinner and had my favorite dinner. Thats it for now. I will get on here as things progress. Thanks for checking in. Pete #gaylord... See MoreSee Less
Still melting. Certainly nothing exciting happened in Frederic yesterday so I decided the best way to fix that was to first put a note in my front door that says, Hours will vary until we get ridea…