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Trail Report – : Eagle River, Wisconsin – January 15, 2018

Reporter:Holly t

Trail Conditions: Good

Snow Cover: 3 inch hard base plenty of snow on top

Date of Report: January 15, 2018

Area Report:

ALL SNOWMOBILE TRAILS ARE OPEN
GOOD CONDITION

Lots of sledding traffic this weekend! Even with that the trails are in terrific shape!   SNOW started later last night.  About 1 or 2 inches on the ground this morning.  SNOW showers off and on all day today.  So I’m thinking 3 or 4 inches new SNOW when all is said & done.  Have moved the traffic to GOOD Condition.  No more Early Riding.  Today it is going to be 20 so riding will be great!

Grooming overnight included trails 10W, 13N, 7, 70W, Kathan Inn & Paintball trails which are off Trail 17S, 10E was groomed to the one way section.  From there only the side heading east (south side of the road) was groomed out to Anvil Lake area.  Look fantabulous!

Here are some trail reminders:

  • Trail 1N has a logging operation in the section between the Town of Washington Town Hall & Eagle Lake.  Clearly marked with signs.
  • Wisconsin River Trail – 10W/13N  There are rough spots but it is frozen tight.
  • Same for Manske Swamp – 3N.  Just like Wisconsin River Trail there are rough spots but it is frozen tight.

Catfish Lake Loop & Eagle Lake Trails are now both marked and officially open.  Please stay by the barrels to be safe.  Very hard surface.  No slush.  Reminder the Catfish Lake Loop to Lumpy’s is NO LONGER a trail.  


If you are riding zip on over to the “grade” to check out the 2018 Eagle River Area Fire Department ICE CASTLE!!!!  Located adjacent to the downtown “grade” trail by the Historic Railroad Grade.  The lights installed change colors.  Check out this link Eagle River Ice Castle to check out more photos.  Darn pretty!

This morning at the Derby Track is the annual Military Snowmobile Ride.  AWSC way of saying thank to all who have given to us.  Congratulations to Justin Ernst from Rhinelander, WI on his Vintage Championship win! Thursday begins the World Championship Derby.  For more information check out DerbyTrack.com 

Traffic is very high so please stay on the right side to stay safe!  There can be some hard icy in the corners so slow down.  Again it’s going to be 20 my lunch time.  So boy howdy get out there & ride!

Keep Dancin’!

See ya on the trails!

Holly Tomlanovich
Communications Chair
Sno-Eagles, Inc.
PROUD GROOMERS OF THE SNOWMOBILE CAPITAL OF THE WORLD® – Eagle River
Phone Trail Updates 715.479.5185
 Sno-Eagles Snowmobile Club

 

News and Reports:

News and Reports:

January – Every Wednesday & Thursday – Sno-Eagles Guided Trail Ride.  Meet at the Historic Railroad Depot on Trail 13 in town at 9am. All are welcome.

  • January 15 – Annual Military Ride leaving from Derby Track
  • January 18 – Member meeting, Eagle River Inn
  • Jan 18-21 – World Championship Snowmobile Derby
  • Jan 26-28 – Women on Snow
  • January 27 – Saturday Night Out, Nutty Squirrel
  • Jan 31 – Feb 2 – Weekday Ride-A-Way

Snowmobile Information:

Handy Snowmobile Links
Wisconsin Snowmobile Registration

Discount Trail Pass for Snowmobile Club Members – $10

Standard Wisconsin Trail Pass – $30

Out of State Trail Pass – $50

Vilas County Map It Trail App

Trail Report – : Rhinelander, Wisconsin – January 15, 2018

Reporter:Hodag SnoTrails

Trail Conditions: Good

Snow Cover: 3-5″ hard base – loose fresh snow

Date of Report: January 15, 2018

Area Report:

The wet, heavy snow from last week did wonders for the trail base. The trails have a firm base, and now have some fresh snow from today (Monday). The trails held up well this weekend with the cold weather.
The majority of the trails are in good and flat shape. There are still a few “holes” that we need more snow to even out.
Pleasantly surprised at the good conditions that are out there.
No excuses…get out and enjoy the trails.
There is talk of a little warm-up this weekend and a chance for more snow.
Become active in a local snowmobile club. They can use the support. It takes a lot of work to maintain the World Class Trail Conditions (brushing, signing, grooming, land use agreements, marking lakes, etc..)

Trail Report – : Eagle River, Wisconsin – January 14, 2018

Reporter:Holly t

Trail Conditions: Good

Snow Cover: 2-3 inch really hard base. Loose snow could use more. Snow coming

Date of Report: January 14, 2018

Area Report:

ALL SNOWMOBILE TRAILS ARE OPEN
GOOD CONDITION & GROOMED

Lots of sledding traffic this weekend! Even with that the trails are in terrific shape!   More SNOW moving in tonight into tomorrow.  1-3 inches forecast. For those of you who have off on Monday will be riding in FRESH NEW SNOW!  If we get this new snow conditions will upgrade to GOOD.  Time to ride!!!

Grooming overnight included trails 17N, 10 & 13 through town, 13/10W, 7S, 13S & 3.  

Here are some trail reminders:

  • Trail 1N has a logging operation in the section between the Town of Washington Town Hall & Eagle Lake.  Clearly marked with signs.
  • Wisconsin River Trail – 10W/13N  There are rough spots but it is frozen tight.
  • Same for Manske Swamp – 3N.  Just like Wisconsin River Trail there are rough spots but it is frozen tight.

Catfish Lake Loop & Eagle Lake Trails are now both marked and officially open.  Please stay by the barrels to be safe.  Very hard surface.  No slush.  Reminder the Catfish Lake Loop to Lumpy’s is NO LONGER a trail.  


If you are riding zip on over to the “grade” to check out the 2018 Eagle River Area Fire Department ICE CASTLE!!!!  Located adjacent to the downtown “grade” trail by the Historic Railroad Grade.  The lights installed change colors.  Check out this link Eagle River Ice Castle to check out more photos.  Darn pretty!

Last day of the Vintage Derby today at the Derby Track on Hwy 45N. Racing starts again 9:30am.  Check out DerbyTrack.com 

Traffic is very high so please stay on the right side to stay safe!  There can be some hard icy in the corners so slow down.  Dress warm it is cold out there!

Keep Dancin’!

See ya on the trails!

Holly Tomlanovich
Communications Chair
Sno-Eagles, Inc.
PROUD GROOMERS OF THE SNOWMOBILE CAPITAL OF THE WORLD® – Eagle River
Phone Trail Updates 715.479.5185
 Sno-Eagles Snowmobile Club

 

News and Reports:

January – Every Wednesday & Thursday – Sno-Eagles Guided Trail Ride.  Meet at the Historic Railroad Depot on Trail 13 in town at 9am. All are welcome.

  • January 12-14 – Vintage Snowmobile Derby – CHAMPIONSHIP RACES TODAY!
  • January 14-15 – Military Ride – Click the link for more information – Leaving from the Derby Track
  • January 18 – Member meeting, Eagle River Inn
  • Jan 18-21 – World Championship Snowmobile Derby
  • Jan 26-28 – Women on Snow
  • January 27 – Saturday Night Out, Nutty Squirrel
  • Jan 31 – Feb 2 – Weekday Ride-A-Way

Snowmobile Information:

Handy Snowmobile Links
Wisconsin Snowmobile Registration

Discount Trail Pass for Snowmobile Club Members – $10

Standard Wisconsin Trail Pass – $30

Out of State Trail Pass – $50

Vilas County Map It Trail App

Trail Report – : Land O’ Lakes, Wisconsin – January 13, 2018

Reporter:Phil

Trail Conditions: Excellent

Snow Cover: Looks like winter

Date of Report: January 13, 2018

Area Report:

Land O Lakes area trails are in excellent shape. The Frosty Club groomers have done an awesome job. Cold temps should allow everything to hold up well even with the heavy weekend traffic. A clipper may drop 2-4 more inches beginning Sunday pm thru Mon—–let it snow! Be safe and dress warm.

News and Reports:

See you at the Gateway Lodge for Comedy night Sunday at 6PM  Call 547 3321 for tx as they are going fast. Why do hummingbirds hum??? Tell you Sunday night!!!!

Trail Report – : Washburn County, Wisconsin – January 13, 2018

Reporter:Washburn County

Trail Conditions: Good

Snow Cover: 3-6 inch Base

Date of Report: January 13, 2018

Area Report:

All of the Washburn County snowmobile trails are OPEN at this time after receiving 3 to 4 inches of snow of Thursday, January 11th. The trails are in fair to good condition with a 3 to 6 inch base. Please note that many of the Birchwood/Long Lake area trails have not been groomed. Trail snow cover in the southeast part of the county is marginal in spots. Due to the time of the snow fall some of the trails may not be groomed right away but are still in good riding condition. Please use caution as you may encounter active trail grooming equipment. Enjoy the trails!

Trail Report – : Spooner and Washburn County, Wisconsin – January 13, 2018

Reporter:Washburn County

Trail Conditions: Good

Snow Cover: 3-6 inch Base

Date of Report: January 13, 2018

Area Report:

All of the Washburn County snowmobile trails are OPEN at this time after receiving 3 to 4 inches of snow of Thursday, January 11th. The trails are in fair to good condition with a 3 to 6 inch base. Please note that many of the Birchwood/Long Lake area trails have not been groomed. Trail snow cover in the southeast part of the county is marginal in spots. Due to the time of the snow fall some of the trails may not be groomed right away but are still in good riding condition. Please use caution as you may encounter active trail grooming equipment. Enjoy the trails!

Trail Report – : Eagle River, Wisconsin – January 13, 2018

Reporter:Holly t

Trail Conditions: Early Season

Snow Cover: 2+ base with 8+ loose snow

Date of Report: January 13, 2018

Area Report:

ALL SNOWMOBILE TRAILS ARE OPEN
GOOD EARLY RIDING CONDITION & GROOMED

Trails are in terrific shape!   The new SNOW Thursday sure has improved conditions.  In town lots of traffic to stay right to stay safe.  Chilly one this morning, 13 BELOW at almost 8am.  High of 5 & then right back into the deep freeze overnight.  More SNOW coming tomorrow afternoon with 1-3 forecast and a little more on Monday morning!  Time to ride!!!

Grooming overnight included trails 70W, 7/Kathan Inn, 17N, 7S, 10/13N in town.

Here are some trail reminders:

  • Trail 1N has a logging operation in the section between the Town of Washington Town Hall & Eagle Lake.  Clearly marked with signs.
  • Wisconsin River Trail – 10W/13N is now being groomed off & on it is icy and rough in spots.
  • Same for Manske Swamp – 3N. Both were groomed last night.

Catfish Lake Loop & Eagle Lake Trails are now both marked and officially open.  Please stay by the barrels to be safe.  Reminder the Catfish Lake Loop to Lumpy’s is NO LONGER a trail.  


If you are riding zip on over to the “grade” to check out the 2018 Eagle River Area Fire Department ICE CASTLE!!!!  Located adjacent to the downtown “grade” trail by the Historic Railroad Grade.  The lights installed change colors.  Check out this link Eagle River Ice Castle to check out more photos.  Darn pretty!

It’s the start of the Vintage Derby today at the Derby Track on Hwy 45N. Racing starts again 9:30am.  Check out DerbyTrack.com

Keep Dancin’!

See ya on the trails!

Holly Tomlanovich
Communications Chair
Sno-Eagles, Inc.
PROUD GROOMERS OF THE SNOWMOBILE CAPITAL OF THE WORLD® – Eagle River
Phone Trail Updates 715.479.5185
 Sno-Eagles Snowmobile Club

 

News and Reports:

January – Every Wednesday & Thursday – Sno-Eagles Guided Trail Ride.  Meet at the Historic Railroad Depot on Trail 13 in town at 9am. All are welcome.

  • January 12-14 – Vintage Snowmobile Derby
  • January 18 – Member meeting, Eagle River Inn
  • Jan 18-21 – World Championship Snowmobile Derby
  • Jan 26-28 – Women on Snow
  • January 27 – Saturday Night Out, Nutty Squirrel
  • Jan 31 – Feb 2 – Weekday Ride-A-Way

Snowmobile Information:

Handy Snowmobile Links
Wisconsin Snowmobile Registration

Discount Trail Pass for Snowmobile Club Members – $10

Standard Wisconsin Trail Pass – $30

Out of State Trail Pass – $50

Vilas County Map It Trail App

Trail Report – : Sugar Camp, Wisconsin – January 12, 2018

Reporter:Matt Winters

Trail Conditions: Fair

Snow Cover: 4″-6″

Date of Report: January 12, 2018

Area Report:

The recent few inches of snow we got have helped getting the trails in good riding conditions. It was excellent panning snow to fill everything in especially in swampy and low lying areas but may still be rough in areas. All lakes are safe to cross and marked with orange be barrels. Maintain reasonable speeds while crossing lakes as drifting is occurring from windy conditions and stay close to barrels while crossing. Remember to purchase your annual trail pass before riding the trails and support local clubs and businesses. Remember that all intersections are indicated with a 3 digit number for your safety in case of emergency to pinpoint your location for emergency personnel for the quickest route to your location.

Trail Report – : Washburn County, Wisconsin – January 12, 2018

Reporter:Washburn County

Trail Conditions: Good

Snow Cover: 3-6 inch Base

Date of Report: January 12, 2018

Area Report:

All of the Washburn County snowmobile trails are OPEN at this time after receiving 3 to 4 inches of snow of Thursday, January 11th. The trails are in fair to good condition with a 3 to 6 inch base. Please note that many of the Birchwood/Long Lake area trails have not been groomed. Trail snow cover in the southeast part of the county is marginal in spots. Due to the time of the snow fall some of the trails may not be groomed right away but are still in good riding condition. Please use caution as you may encounter active trail grooming equipment. Enjoy the trails!

Trail Report – : Spooner and Washburn County, Wisconsin – January 12, 2018

Reporter:Washburn County

Trail Conditions: Good

Snow Cover: 3-6 inch Base

Date of Report: January 12, 2018

Area Report:

All of the Washburn County snowmobile trails are OPEN at this time after receiving 3 to 4 inches of snow of Thursday, January 11th. The trails are in fair to good condition with a 3 to 6 inch base. Please note that many of the Birchwood/Long Lake area trails have not been groomed. Trail snow cover in the southeast part of the county is marginal in spots. Due to the time of the snow fall some of the trails may not be groomed right away but are still in good riding condition. Please use caution as you may encounter active trail grooming equipment. Enjoy the trails!