Is it Monday already? Did ya get out this weekend? Decent weekend traffic and warmer temps melted the snow down a bit over the weekend, so the base is wearing thin in some areas, so you’ll find some snirty spots out there. Weatherman is calling for freezing rain this morning but temps turning colder, with snow later today, then 2-4" tomorrow. Still plenty of snow to ride, and hopefully we will get the snow as they forecast for the groomers to get back out to make it nice again! Remember the Groomers are volunteers out there so give them the right of way, slow down, show your appreciation with a thumbs up as you pass by! Grooming is done 3-4 days a week, by 3 groomers at different parts of the trail, every Mon, Wed, Fri, and Sat. nights, plus as needed. FYI, The next Snowmobile Safety class at the Snowbirds Clubhouse is coming up Saturday, January 9, 2010. Ages 12 and up. Class starts at 8am. It’s Free & Lunch provided. Anyway – our season has begun baby! Drop me a note to let me know your adventures! I love hearing your reports, your stories, and seeing pics! I’ll let ya know as soon as the weather changes again! BE SAFE, BE SMART, and I’ll seeya on the trails! CarolB — Benzie Bureau

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