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Trail Report – : Eagle River, Wisconsin – December 21, 2020

Reporter:Holly t

Trail Conditions: Closed

Snow Cover: 1-2 inches

Date of Report: December 21, 2020

Area Report:

December 21 – 7:26am – 28 degrees – High of 30

Trails in Eagle River & All of Vilas County remain CLOSED

SNOW SHOWERS this morning! Forecast of an inch today. Wednesday 2-4 inches. Moving in the right direction. Still need more to begin panning & grooming. Let’s hope for some Lake Effect Snow. That snow off Lake Superior is never in the forecasts. THINK SNOW & KEEP DANCIN’

Ground, swamps & other wet areas are frozen up pretty good. Eagle & Catfish lakes are building ice. Stay off for now until the Sno-Eagles determine both are safe & marked.

All trail inspections in Vilas County have been completed. Now we wait. With not much new to report.

A few updates on the trails:

Also the lake spur off of the Eagle Lake Trail that takes you to Eagle Waters Resort is back open!!! The owner Laura Koranda & adjacent landowners worked hard to have this happen!

Eagle River Volunteer Fire Department checking ice at Silver Lake. Reports are 7 inches thick.

Let’s get a loud SNOW DANCE GOING! Can’t wait to see ya all out on the trails!

THINK SNOW!

Holly Tomlanovich
THE SNOWMOBILE CAPITAL OF THE WORLD® – Eagle River
Phone Trail Updates 715.479.5185 should be starting soon
www.eagleriver.org for area events – www.sno-eagles.org for club events

News and Reports:

Sno-Eagles Wednesday & Thursday rides set to start January 6 & 7 SNOW conditions permitting
Contact Club President, Howard Wolf at 262.442.4876 for more information

December 25 – MERRY CHRISTMAS!!
January 5 – Sno-Eagles Board of Directors meeting – 6pm – VFW – Hwy 70W
January 8-10 – World Championship Vintage Derby – Derby Track north Hwy 45N – Volunteers needed
January 15-17 – World Championship Snowmobile Derby – Derby Track north Hwy 45N – Volunteers needed
January 18 – Military Ride – HQ at the Derby Track north on Hwy 45N
January 21 – Sno-Eagles General membership meeting – Live stream – check sno-eagles.org for information
January 29-31 – Women on Snow

To volunteer or for more information on Sno-Eagles activities contact Howard Wolf at 262.442.4876

Snowmobile Information:

Wisconsin Snowmobile Registration
Discount Trail Pass for Snowmobile Club Members – $10 – Time to join a club!
Standard Wisconsin Trail Pass – $30
Out of State Trail Pass – $50
Vilas County Map It Trail App GPS style app of all trails in Vilas Cty. Plus includes the brown 3 digit emergency numbering system. If an emergency happens call 911 & give them that number. Find you quicker.
Groomer Tracking Systems (GTS) Gives you trails groomed in last 24, 48 & 96 hours

Trail Report – : Eagle River, Wisconsin – December 21, 2020

Reporter:Holly t

Trail Conditions: Closed

Snow Cover: 1 or 2 inches

Date of Report: December 21, 2020

Area Report:

December 21, 2020 -6:32am – 27 degrees – High of 30
Trails in Eagle River & All of Vilas County remain CLOSED

SNOWING this morning! Forecast of an inch today. Wednesday 2-4 inches. Moving in the right direction. Still need more to begin panning & grooming. Let’s hope for some Lake Effect Snow. That snow off Lake Superior is never in the forecasts. THINK SNOW & KEEP DANCIN’

Ground, swamps & other wet areas are frozen up pretty good. Eagle & Catfish lakes are building ice. Stay off for now until the Sno-Eagles determine both are safe & marked.

All trail inspections in Vilas County have been completed. Now we wait. With not much new to report.

A few updates on the trails:

Also the lake spur off of the Eagle Lake Trail that takes you to Eagle Waters Resort is back open!!! The owner Laura Koranda & adjacent landowners worked hard to have this happen!

Eagle River Volunteer Fire Department is testing ice on Silver Lake with the new updated ice cutting equipment. Reports are ice is 7 inches deep. Looks good for a Castle this winter! Stay tuned.
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Let’s get a loud SNOW DANCE GOING! Can’t wait to see ya all out on the trails!

THINK SNOW!

Holly Tomlanovich
THE SNOWMOBILE CAPITAL OF THE WORLD® – Eagle River
Phone Trail Updates 715.479.5185 should be starting soon

Trail Report – : Eagle River, Wisconsin – December 20, 2020

Reporter:Holly t

Trail Conditions: Closed

Snow Cover: 2+ inches on the ground. More north of town

Date of Report: December 20, 2020

Area Report:

Trails in Eagle River & All of Vilas County remain CLOSED

19 degrees at 6:50am with a high of 30 today. No new SNOW overnight. There is a 70% chance of SNOW on Monday with totals are about an inch. Next SNOW on Wednesday with 2-4 inches forecast. Moving in the right direct but need more SNOW to get the trails open. Keep DOIN’ THE SNOW DANCE!

Ground, swamps & other wet areas are frozen up pretty good. Eagle & Catfish lakes are building ice. Stay off for now until the Sno-Eagles determine both are safe & marked.

All trail inspections in Vilas County have been completed. Now we wait. With not much new to report.

A few updates on the trails:

Also the lake spur off of the Eagle Lake Trail that takes you to Eagle Waters Resort is back open!!! The owner Laura Koranda & adjacent landowners worked hard to have this happen!

Let’s get a loud SNOW DANCE GOING! Can’t wait to see ya all out on the trails!

THINK SNOW!

Holly Tomlanovich
THE SNOWMOBILE CAPITAL OF THE WORLD® – Eagle River
Phone Trail Updates 715.479.5185 should be starting soon
Check www.sno-eagles.org for club updates – www.eagleriver.org for area events

News and Reports:

ICE CASTLE CONSTRUCTION SHOULD START IN JANUARY.
NEW LOCATION IN DOWNTOWN EAGLE RIVER
More details soon

Sno-Eagles Wednesday & Thursday trail rides are set to begin Wednesday, January 6, 2021 at 9am. Snow & trail conditions permitting.
Call club President, Howard (Rusty) Wolf at 262.442.4876 for more details

December 25, 2020 – MERRY CHRISTMAS!!
January 5, 2021 – Sno-Eagles Board of Directors meeting – 6pm – VFW Hall – Hwy 70W on left just past lights.
January 8-10, 2021 – Vintage World Championship Races – At the Derby Track – Hwy 45N across from Trackside – Volunteers needed.
January 15-17, 2021 – World Championship Races – At the Derby Track – Hwy 45N across from Trackside – Volunteers needed
January 18, 2021 – Annual Military Ride – Leaving from the Derby Track – hwy 45N across from Trackside
January 21, 2021 – Sno-Eagles General membership meeting. You can attend virtually by going to Facebook & joining Sno-Eagles CLUB MEMBERS ONLY page.
January 29-31, 2021 – Women on Snow

Call club President, Howard (Rusty) Wolf at 262.442.4876 is you have questions or would like to join the club or volunteer.

Snowmobile Information:

Trail Report – : Eagle River, Wisconsin – December 19, 2020

Reporter:Holly t

Trail Conditions: Closed

Snow Cover: Couple new inches of wet packy snow

Date of Report: December 19, 2020

Area Report:

December 19, 2020 -7:28am – 27 degrees

Trails in Eagle River & All of Vilas County remain CLOSED

An inch of wet packet SNOW last night into early this morning. The next best shot for measurable SNOW is December 23rd. Moderate to heavy SNOW possible. No totals yet. Between now & then 2-4 inches possible. Sure do need a great big SNOW DANCE.

Ground, swamps & other wet areas are frozen up pretty good. Eagle & Catfish lakes are building ice. Stay off for now until the Sno-Eagles determine both are safe & marked.

All trail inspections in Vilas County have been completed. Now we wait.

A few updates on the trails:

THINK SNOW!

Holly Tomlanovich
THE SNOWMOBILE CAPITAL OF THE WORLD® – Eagle River
Phone Trail Updates 715.479.5185 should be starting soon
Check out www.eagleriver.org for local events – www.sno-eagles.org for club events

News and Reports:

ICE CASTLE CONSTRUCTION SHOULD START IN JANUARY.
NEW LOCATION IN DOWNTOWN EAGLE RIVER
More details soon

Sno-Eagles Wednesday & Thursday trail rides are set to begin Wednesday, January 6, 2021 at 9am.
Call club President, Howard (Rusty) Wolf at 262.442.4876 for more details

December 25, 2020 – MERRY CHRISTMAS!!
January 5, 2021 – Sno-Eagles Board of Directors meeting – 6pm – VFW Hall – Hwy 70W on left just past lights.
January 8-10, 2021 – Vintage World Championship Races – At the Derby Track – Hwy 45N across from Trackside – Volunteers needed.
January 15-17, 2021 – World Championship Races – At the Derby Track – Hwy 45N across from Trackside – Volunteers needed
January 18, 2021 – Annual Military Ride – Leaving from the Derby Track – hwy 45N across from Trackside
January 21, 2021 – Sno-Eagles General membership meeting. You can attend virtually by going to Facebook & joining Sno-Eagles CLUB MEMBERS ONLY page.
January 29-31, 2021 – Women on Snow

Call club President, Howard (Rusty) Wolf at 262.442.4876 is you have questions or would like to join the club or volunteer.

Snowmobile Information:

Trail Report – : Mercer, Wisconsin – December 18, 2020

Reporter:Dear Lodge

Trail Conditions: Closed

Snow Cover: 1

Date of Report: December 18, 2020

Area Report:

WAITING FOR THE SNOW. Swamps are are looking good and lakes are freezing up, the flowage still has areas with open water so be careful .Most of it has 4 to 8 inches , most likely will get marked within 3 days of the NEW YEAR, before or after HAVE A MERRY CHRISTMAS

DEAR LODGE BEST PIZZA IN THE NORTH WOODS

STAY@FLAMBEAULODGING.COM 715 476 2084

Trail Report – : Hayward / Sawyer County, Wisconsin – December 18, 2020

Reporter:haywardlakes

Trail Conditions: No Snow

Snow Cover: 0

Date of Report: December 18, 2020

Area Report:

Hello Riders!

What a year! We are happy to welcome the new riding season where social distancing in the great Northwood’s is always an easy task with the beautiful trails and woods we have to offer! So to start the kick off of the season we wanted to pass a bit of information on…

When do snowmobile trails open and close in Sawyer County?

The snow trails in Sawyer Co travel across several different land management area’s and private properties with different times and policies for opening and closing. Here a few to list.

Tuscobia State trail is open year round for snowmobiles…just in case we get a snow storm in June
Sawyer Co Forest trails are also open year round for that June blizzard.
Flambeau State Forest gates open to their trails upon conditions.
Chequamegon National Forest does not have a set opening and they too decide depending on conditions. They require an adequate snow base before opening. They notify the Alliance upon their decisions – we update this information immediately upon notification. The snow trails have a close date of April 1st unless conditions change.
Many trails in the center of the county cross private property. Many land owners do hunt so they want their property closed until that season is complete mid-December. **Do remember if the other trails are open and you are riding and encounter a closed gate to private property NEVER go around it. We are so grateful these land owners allow us on their land and we need to remain respectful and enter when allowed, stay on the trail, do not leave garbage (this includes belt parts) and remember there are noise laws, if you exceed the limit you need to leave your sled at home.

Also remember we have amazing lakes here in Sawyer County (approximately 20) and many of our great trails cross lakes and swamps to your favorite destinations, lodging and connecting trails. These all need to freeze well before they are staked and open. Some private property trails may lead to swamps so if there is snow but not adequate ice on those wetlands the gates will stay closed until there is to ensure safety. Speaking of ice we have had a cold snap and are making fabulous ice!! Many lakes have reported on average 6″, many have more, some not as much or consistent but they are on their way to being froze over. We will update as we continue to check their status.

Don’t forget your trail pass! Visit gowild.wi.gov to purchase and if you’re a club member get your discounted pass from awsc.org, you do not need to be a WI resident to be a club member. If interested in joining a club visit our website to see the clubs out there!

In the meantime, stay healthy and get your sleds and gear ready because it won’t be long! Have a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!

Trail Report – : Eagle River, Wisconsin – December 18, 2020

Reporter:Holly t

Trail Conditions: Closed

Snow Cover: 1-2 inches

Date of Report: December 18, 2020

Area Report:

December 18, 2020 – 8:06am – 18 degrees

Trails in Eagle River & All of Vilas County CLOSED

The wait for SNOW continues. Frozen ground & most swamps & wet areas. On top a couple of inches of SNOW. A little SNOW tonight, Monday & Wednesday. Need a loud SNOW DANCE that we can hear up here!

Vilas County Forestry, Recreation & Land department has completed 10 of the 11 snowmobile club inspections. Last inspection will be completed today. Once all are done it’s a waiting game ’til the SNOW gets here.

A few updates on the trails:

Trail 13 that heads west of Eagle River has a re route in the section that comes out on Oak Lane by the Pine Gables Restaurant. There is new construction going on so the club has done a temporary move over of the trail. The club is working with the Vilas Forestry, Recreation and Land department to complete the permanent re route which will be in place for the 2021-2022 season. If you are familiar with that trail rather than the 2 corners at the west end by Oak Lane it will go straight ahead. TRAIL WILL BE OPEN.

Also the lake spur off of the Eagle Lake Trail that takes you to Eagle Waters Resort is back open!!! The owner Laura Koranda & adjacent landowners worked hard to have this happen!

Let’s get a loud SNOW DANCE GOING! Can’t wait to see ya all out on the trails!

Holly Tomlanovich
THE SNOWMOBILE CAPITAL OF THE WORLD® – Eagle River
Phone Trail Updates 715.479.5185 should be starting soon

News and Reports:

ICE CASTLE CONSTRUCTION SHOULD START IN JANUARY.
NEW LOCATION IN DOWNTOWN EAGLE RIVER
More details soon

Sno-Eagles Wednesday & Thursday trail rides are set to begin Wednesday, January 6, 2021 at 9am.
Call club President, Howard (Rusty) Wolf at 262.442.4876 for more details

December 25, 2020 – MERRY CHRISTMAS!!
January 5, 2021 – Sno-Eagles Board of Directors meeting – 6pm – VFW Hall – Hwy 70W on left just past lights.
January 8-10, 2021 – Vintage World Championship Races – At the Derby Track – Hwy 45N across from Trackside – Volunteers needed.
January 15-17, 2021 – World Championship Races – At the Derby Track – Hwy 45N across from Trackside – Volunteers needed
January 18, 2021 – Annual Military Ride – Leaving from the Derby Track – hwy 45N across from Trackside
January 21, 2021 – Sno-Eagles General membership meeting. You can attend virtually by going to Facebook & joining Sno-Eagles CLUB MEMBERS ONLY page.
January 29-31, 2021 – Women on Snow

Call club President, Howard (Rusty) Wolf at 262.442.4876 is you have questions or would like to join the club or volunteer.

Trail Report – : West Yellowstone, Montana – December 17, 2020

Reporter:brandiniron

Trail Conditions: Unknown

Snow Cover: 0-30

Date of Report: December 17, 2020

Area Report:

They have not yet started grooming the trails. As soon as they do i will put in information on trails.

Trail Report – : Ely, Minnesota – December 17, 2020

Reporter:Ely Chamber of Commerce/Explore MN Visitor Center

Trail Conditions: Early Season

Snow Cover: 1-7″

Date of Report: December 17, 2020

Area Report:

Trail Report for 12/17/2020

Snow Depth – 1-7” inches

GENERAL INFORMATION: Many area trails are still closed for the season, or they are open, but not yet groomed. Below normal snowfall in December has contributed to trails still showing much exposed ground.

Area Trails: Most of the trails have been cleared of fallen trees. Groomers are being prepared to be up and running for the 15 plus inches of snow needed to start grooming. No lakes have been staked yet because of poor ice condition in some spots.

Arrowhead State Trail Snowmobiling: Condition-Poor Trail – Not Groomed Base – 0”

The Arrowhead State trail is the backbone to an extensive Grant-in-Aid trail system that travels through remote areas.

TRAIL CONDITIONS: Very little snow is on the trails or in the woods, and ice in swamps is inconsistent – 5-8” in some spots, 1-2” in others. The trail crew is making a final pass clearing deadfall from trails, and is also packing swamps/wetlands where possible to knock down grass and cattails and help the ice freeze thick enough to support grooming equipment. Trail use is not recommended, please use extreme caution and travel at your own risk.

Bearhead Lake State Park: Snowmobiling: Condition – Closed Trails – Not Groomed; Base 0”

TRAIL CONDITIONS: The Taconite Trail and Cub Lake Spur to the Trail Center are both closed at this time.

Bearhead State Park trails provide rolling topography through birch and pine stands. You may see a variety of wildlife ranging from deer, wolves, ruffed grouse, and pine martens. You can snowshoe anywhere in Minnesota’s state parks and recreation areas, except on trails that are specifically groomed for another activity, such as snowmobiling or skiing.

Lake Vermilion – Soudan Underground Mine State Park: Snowmobiling: Condition – Poor Trails – Not Groomed; Base – 0”

TRAIL CONDITIONS: The park trails are open, but snowmobile travel is no recommended. Very little snow is on the trails or in the woods, and ice in swamps is inconsistent with 5-8” in some spots and only 1-2” in others. The trail crew is making a final pass clearing deadfall from trails, and we are also packing swamps/wetlands where possible to knock down grass and cattails, to help the ice freeze thick enough to support grooming equipment. Trail use is not recommended; please use extreme caution and travel at your own risk.

The park has 5 miles of snowmobile trails that connects from the Taconite State Trail to the Lake Vermilion ice trail. The ride takes you through old growth pines and young aspen forests with large wetland complexes to view along the way. You can snowshoe anywhere in Minnesota’s state parks and recreation areas, except on trails that are specifically groomed for another activity, such as snowmobiling or skiing.

Putnam/Fishing Lakes – Bear Island State Forest: Snowmobiling: Condition – Poor; Trails – Not Groomed; Base – 0”

The Putnam and Fishing Lakes Trails traverse forested, rolling topography through birch, ash, and pine stands. Several small lakes dot the landscape along these scenic trails.

TRAIL CONDITIONS: Trails are open but snowmobile travel is not recommended. Very little snow is on the trails or in the woods, and ice in swamps is inconsistent – 5-8” in some spots, 1-2” in others. The trail crew is making a final pass clearing deadfall from trails, and is are also packing swamps/wetlands where possible to knock down grass and cattails and help the ice freeze thick enough to support grooming equipment. Trail use is not recommended, please use extreme caution and travel at your own risk.

Taconite State Trail: Snowmobiling: Condition – Poor Trails –Not Groomed; Base 0”

Taconite State Trail stretches one hundred sixty-five miles from Grand Rapids to Ely through many scenic vistas of rolling hillsides, lakes, rivers and forest.

TRAIL CONDITIONS: The Taconite is open (except from the Taconite State Trail – Raven Ln portion temporarily), and snowmobile travel is not recommended. Very little snow is on the trails or in the woods, and ice in swamps is inconsistent – 5-8” in some spots, 1-2” in others. The trail crew is making a final pass clearing deadfall from trails, and we are also packing swamps/wetlands where possible to knock down grass and cattails and help the ice freeze thick enough to support grooming equipment. Trail use is not recommended, please use extreme caution and travel at your own risk.

Taconite Spur West – Not groomed

Taconite Spur North – Not groomed

Stony Spur East – Not groomed

News and Reports:

More information on area events can be found by visiting our website at http://www.ely.org/mn/events

Snowmobile Information:

The Ely area is northern Minnesota’s premier snowmobile hub with numerous on-trail facilities, accommodations for both large and small groups, and with plenty of food, entertainment and service centers. The Taconite Trail is the main thoroughfare in and out of Ely in the winter. Stretching 170 miles between Ely and Grand Rapids to the southwest, many spur routes will take you just about anywhere you want to go. The Tomahawk Trail, heading to the east, has 86 miles of varied terrain which the avid snowmobiler can use to connect up with hundreds of miles more of groomed trails.

If good snowmobiling gets you excited about winter, then try out the 170 mile long Taconite Trail and the 80 mile Tomahawk Trail. The Taconite Trail, or the “Mighty Taconite” as the locals call it, runs from Ely to Grand Rapids. It stretches across three state forests and the Superior National Forest. Smooth rides along this famous route are loaded with history and the Taconite’s many spurs and loops make for some quality modern day pioneering.

The Tomahawk Trail runs from Ely to the North Shore and Yukon Trails. The trail works closely with natural terrain and is one of the most scenic trails in the state. The tree cover that surrounds the trail edges, the lack of traffic and development allows you to have an uninhabited experience.

Many riders return to the Ely area each winter to enjoy its sheer beauty and varied terrain. It’s a region where people clearly love snowmobiling and they know how to make you feel welcome. Find out for yourself!