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| WUPCVB - bigsnow@westernup.info| | Ironwood, MI | | April 03, 2008
LATEST SNOW and GENERAL WEATHER:
LAST CHANCE TO RIDE! Forecast calling for almost 50 today, but 40-ish for the weekend.
TRAILS and CONDITIONS:
Depite the warm temps, the bases on most of the major trails are holding up and am confident they will through the weekend.
What we do recommend is to talk to the folks where you plan to stay to see which of the close-by trails are in the best shape. Roads, parking lots, etc. are bare...and be aware you may into some icy areas and you'll likely run into a some wet places-ride accordingly...and as always slow down on corners. If you do want that ONE MORE TIME...it's now.
STAY OFF ANY LAKES... Just too iffy at this time of year...besides we have miles of trails in great shape. So don't miss this last chance to ride. Season officially ends April 6th.
SPECIAL EVENTS:
Take a look at web cams throughout the area to check out the snow for yourself. Find links on our website at www.westernup.info
If you want to see how our first ever Sledfest turned out, go to www.youtube.com and search sledfest 08.
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| WUPCVB - bigsnow@westernup,info| | Ironwood , MI | | April 01, 2008
CURRENT SNOW DEPTH:
LATEST SNOW and GENERAL WEATHER:
Yes! Yes! And Yes! Yes, we got the snow...best guess is anywhere from about a foot to a foot and a half or so across Big Snow Country...maybe more in the higher places. I know I blasted through a four foot bank after the plow came in Bessemer...so let's go with LOTS!
Yes, our trails are open and the season has been extended until next Sunday, April 6th.
And Yes, groomers will be out.
Take a look at the Web Cams to see for yourself-link is on our home page at westernup.info
TRAILS and CONDITIONS:
ONE MORE TIME, TIME JUST GOT BETTER-WAY BETTER! ONE MORE WEEK OF RIDING COULD BE BEST OF SEASON.
Most trails were solid, flat and in really good shape before this snow, so this is going be riding offering up some big time fun. How often can you ride in a sweatshirt?...with temps in the mid-40's? On lots of snow?
Be aware you may into some icy areas and depending when you come you could run into a few wet places-ride accordingly...and as always slow down on corners. If you do want that ONE MORE TIME...it's now.
We recommend you STAY OFF ANY LAKES... Just too iffy at this time of year...besides we have miles of trails in great shape. So don't miss this last chance-come on up-have fun-be safe!
SPECIAL EVENTS:
Take a look at web cams throughout the area to check out the snow for yourself. Find links on our website at www.westernup.info
If you want to see how our first ever Sledfest turned out, go to www.youtube.com and search sledfest 08.
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| WUPCVB - bigsnow@westernup,info| | Ironwood, MI | | March 28, 2008
March 28, 2008
CURRENT SNOW DEPTH:
16
LATEST SNOW and GENERAL WEATHER:
Mild days in the upper 30's and cold nights-still have 16" of snow cover...so regardless of the calendar, there's still some great end of winter riding to be experienced.
TRAILS and CONDITIONS:
ONE MORE TIME, TIME JUST GOT EXTENDED ONE MORE WEEK. The state has extended grooming until April 6th due to the exceptional snow coverage on the trails. With few exceptions, we're hearing really good reports from riders.
So, groomers out on selected trails...many trails solid, flat and in really good shape.
Be aware you'll run into some icy areas and you're likely to run into a few wet places-ride accordingly...and as always slow down on corners. The season has been extended for another week, so if you do want that ONE MORE TIME...it's now.
As always, check with your lodging facility on ice depth and conditions before venturing out on any Lake, especially now.
Come on up-have fun-be safe!
SPECIAL EVENTS:
Take a look at web cams throughout the area to check out the snow for yourself. Find links on our website at www.westernup.info
If you want to see how our first ever Sledfest turned out, go to www.youtube.com and search sledfest 08.
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| WUPCVB - bigsnow@westernup,info| | Ironwood, MI | | March 25, 2008
CURRENT SNOW DEPTH:
16
LATEST SNOW and GENERAL WEATHER:
Final week of the season...lookin' pretty good weather wise for the rest of the week....days in the 30's but very cold overnights...a little frsh snow to whiten things up...bases holding up well.
TRAILS and CONDITIONS:
We are being told by riders BIG SNOW COUNTRY TRAILS are holding up nicely...Be aware some trails will have icy areas and you're likely to run into a few wet places-ride accordingly...and as always slow down on corners. The season ends officially March 31st, so this most definitely ONE MORE TIME, TIME!
As always, check with your lodging facility on ice depth and conditions before venturing out on any Lake, especially now.
Come on up-have fun-be safe!
SPECIAL EVENTS:
Take a look at web cams throughout the area to check out the snow for yourself. Find links on our website at www.westernup.info
If you want to see how our first ever Sledfest turned out, go to www.youtube.com and search sledfest 08.
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| WUPCVB - bigsnow@westernup,info| | Ironwood, MI | | March 18, 2008
CURRENT SNOW DEPTH:
18
LATEST SNOW and GENERAL WEATHER:
In a word...PERFECT. Anywhere from 4" of fresh heavy snow on the ground at Ironwood....7" at Bessemer....the bare cross streets are covered again...at least for now....Temps for the week are forecasted to be in the mid-30's daytime and teens at night. If you can get away for a trip - hurry on up....we're getting down to "One More Time, Time."
TRAILS and CONDITIONS:
We are being told by riders BIG SNOW COUNTRY TRAILS are the best they've been in years. We're not going to give specific trails this time because I know all the groomers from all the clubs are going to be out with the fresh snow. And I know it's going to make for some great riding...especially this late in the season. Be aware some trails will have icy areas and you may run into a few wet places-ride accordingly...and as always slow down on corners.
Overall, I think you'll be surprised at the condition of our trails. Theseason ends officially March 31st, so don't pass up this chance to get out and ENJOY!
As always, check with your lodging facility on ice depth and conditions before venturing out on any Lake, especially now.
Come on up-have fun-be safe!
SPECIAL EVENTS:
Take a look at web cams throughout the area to check out the snow for yourself. Find links on our website at www.westernup.info
If you want to see how our first ever Sledfest turned out, go to www.youtube.com and search sledfest 08.
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| WUPCVB - bigsnow@westernup,info| | Ironwood, MI | | March 14, 2008
CURRENT SNOW DEPTH:
18
LATEST SNOW and GENERAL WEATHER:
while daytime temps are mild, nighttime temps in the teens firm things up nicely, thank you very much. Even a few flakes falling now and then. Conditions this season have really been amazing, according to riders across the big snow country trail system. However, it's mid-March folks, and we're getting down to "One More Time, Time."
TRAILS and CONDITIONS:
ON ALL BIG SNOW COUNTRY TRAILS: some trails will have icy areas...slow down especially on the corners.
From the Gogebic Range Trail Authority: groomers out on all trails every day or night-all are good to very good.
From Lake Gogebic: Grooming daily-trails in good to very good condition but again, you will find some icy areas-watch for a few bare spots.
Silver City: Low traffic has kept trails in great shape with the exception of in and out of Silver City. #1 from the intersection of 12 to Lake of the Clouds good with that exception...a few spots of water from 11 to the ski hill on 1...11 from the head of 11N is good to very good.
Ontonagon trails are groomed with good coverage and in good to very good condition.
Watersmeet trails groomed and they're reporting good to very good shape.
Overall, I think you'll be surprised at the condition of our trails. While the season ends officially March 31st, I wouldn't pass up this chance to get out and ENJOY!
As always, check with your lodging facility on ice depth and conditions before venturing out on any Lake, especially now.
Come on up-have fun-be safe!
SPECIAL EVENTS:
Take a look at web cams throughout the area to check out the snow for yourself. Find links on our website at www.westernup.info
If you want to see how our first ever Sledfest turned out, go to www.youtube.com and search sledfest 08.
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| WUPCVB - bigsnow@westernup.info| | Ironwood, Mi | | March 13, 2008
CURRENT SNOW DEPTH:
19
LATEST SNOW and GENERAL WEATHER:
We have anywhere from 2 to 4 or 5" of fresh snow to whiten and brighten...While daytime highs are mild...in the 30's...nighttime lows are still in the 20's -
Looks like a great weekend to get up and get out on the trails...who knows how much longer this will last?
TRAILS and CONDITIONS:
ON ALL BIG SNOW COUNTRY TRAILS: some trails will have icy areas...slow down especially on the corners.
From the Gogebic Range Trail Authority: groomers out on all trails-all are good to very good.
From Lake Gogebic: Grooming daily-trails in good to very good condition but you will find some icy areas-watch for a few bare spots.
Silver City: Low traffic has kept trails in great shape with the exception of in and out of Silver City. #1 from the intersection of 12 to Lake of the Clouds good with that exception...a few spots of water from 11 to the ski hill on 1...11 fromthe head of 11N is good to very good.
Ontonagon trails are groomed with good coverage.
Watersmeet trails groomed and reported in good to very good shape.
Overall, I think you'll be surprised at the condition of our trails
As always, check with your lodging facility on ice depth and conditions before venturing out on any Lake, especially now that we're into March.
Come on up-have fun-be safe!
SPECIAL EVENTS:
Take a look at web cams throughout the area to check out the snow for yourself. Find links on our website at www.westernup.info
If you want to see how our first ever Sledfest turned out, go to www.youtube.com and search sledfest 08.
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| WUPCVB - bigsnow@westernup.info| | Ironwood, MI | | March 12, 2008
CURRENT SNOW DEPTH:
17.8
LATEST SNOW and GENERAL WEATHER:
While daytime highs are mild...in the 30's...nighttime lows are still in the upper teens and 20's - a little snow in the forecast for tonite...will let you know tomorrow if it comes.
TRAILS and CONDITIONS:
ON ALL BIG SNOW COUNTRY TRAILS: Be aware some trails will be icy so do watch for them...slow down especially on the corners.
From the Gogebic Range Trail Authority: groomers out on the trails-trail 2 is groomed and in good shape -they are out grooming the rest of the trails- good conditions being reported.
From Lake Gogebic: Grooming daily-trails in good condition but Icy-watch for a few bare spots.
Silver City: trails in good condition.
Ontonagon trails are groomed with good coverage.
Watersmeet trails groomed and reported in good shape.
Overall, I think you'll be surprised at the condition of our trails
One more heads up: Tickets are being issued for illegal behavior and sleds, including trespassing, not stopping at stop signs, riding illegal railroad grades and especially loud or altered pipes. Just obey the laws and you'll be fine.
As always, check with your lodging facility on ice depth and conditions before venturing out on any Lake.
Come on up-have fun-be safe!
SPECIAL EVENTS:
Take a look at web cams throughout the area to check out the snow for yourself. Find links on our website at www.westernup.info
If you want to see how our first ever Sledfest turned out, go to www.youtube.com and search sledfest 08.
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| WUPCVB - bigsnow@westernup,info| | Ironwood, MI | | March 07, 2008
CURRENT SNOW DEPTH:
17.8
LATEST SNOW and GENERAL WEATHER:
Forecast has been all over the place this year, thoght this weekend looks fairly normal..around 20 daytime...single digit lows at night. Don't have much in the way of snow in the forecast until early next week-could sure use some to top off the trails.
TRAILS and CONDITIONS:
ON ALL BIG SNOW COUNTRY TRAILS: Be aware some trails will be icy so do watch for them...slow down especially on the corners.
From the Gogebic Range Trail Authority: groomers out on the trails-trail 2 is groomed and in good shape -they are working on the rest of the trails- bases are good but hard from the sub zero temps, despite grooming.
From Lake Gogebic: Grooming daily-trails in good condition but Icy-watch for a few bare spots.
Silver City: trails in good condition.
Ontonagon trails are groomed with good coverage.
Watersmeet trails groomed and reported in good shape.
I reiterate: ON ALL TRAILS: Watch for icy areas and keep your speed down on the corners.
One more heads up: Tickets are being issued for illegal behavior and sleds, including trespassing, not stopping at stop signs, riding illegal railroad grades and especially loud or altered pipes. Just obey the laws and you'll be fine.
As always, check with your lodging facility on ice depth and conditions before venturing out on any Lake.
Come on up-have fun-be safe!
SPECIAL EVENTS:
Take a look at web cams throughout the area to check out the snow for yourself. Find links on our website at www.westernup.info
If you want to see how our first ever Sledfest turned out, go to www.youtube.com and search sledfest 08.
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| Dan| | Howard Lake, MN | | March 05, 2008
What a blast!! We had a great time last weekend. Trails were in great shape and off-trail on the logging roads was awesome!! A good 3' - 4' of snow in some places, I never had so much fun getting stuck!! Can't wait for this weekend and do it all over again.
"Snowmobile the America others pass by..."
Pantera |
| WUPCVB - bigsnow@westernup.info| | Ironwood, MI | | March 04, 2008
CURRENT SNOW DEPTH:
19
LATEST SNOW and GENERAL WEATHER:
Forecast has been all over the place this year, but it's still looking good with cold nights and daytime highs in the 20's through Wednesday,then teens for Thursday/Friday. Back to 20's Saturday and 35 Sunday & Monday. Chance of snow daily thru Friday.
TRAILS and CONDITIONS:
ON ALL BIG SNOW COUNTRY TRAILS: After the mild weekend followed by sub zero nights, do watch for icy patches and icy corners.
Trails are being worked on, but it will take several groomings to get them back in really good shape.
From the Gogebic Range Trail Authority: groomers out on the trails-trail 2 is groomed and in good shape -they are working on the rest of the trails- trying to get the moguls down. Trails should be back in at least good and hopefully very good condition by Wednesday.
From Lake Gogebic: All groomers out on the entire system everyday and conditions reported good to very good.
Silver City: trails in good to very good condition.
Ontonagon trails are groomed and in good to very good condition.
Watersmeet trails are being groomed and reported in good to very good condition.
BE AWARE: Tickets are being issued for illegal behavior and sleds, including trespassing, not stopping at stop signs, riding illegal railroad grades and especially loud or altered pipes. Just obey the laws and you'll be fine.
As always, check with your lodging facility on ice depth and conditions before venturing out on any Lake.
..Come on up-have fun-be safe!
SPECIAL EVENTS:
Take a look at web cams throughout the area to check out the snow for yourself. Find links on our website at www.westernup.info
If you want to see how our first ever Sledfest turned out, go to www.youtube.com and search sledfest 08.
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| WUPCVB - bigsnow@westernup.info| | Ironwood, MI | | February 29, 2008
CURRENT SNOW DEPTH:
19
LATEST SNOW and GENERAL WEATHER:
Forecast looking good with cold nights and mild days. We have a little more fresh snow, super bases, great grooming and the entire western U.P. Trail System is just about as good as it gets. If you're planning one trip, don't hesitate to head on up.
TRAILS and CONDITIONS:
Nothing has really changed...Trails across the whole area overall are Good to Very Good to Excellent. All depends when and where you choose to ride. They really are in primo condition.
From the Gogebic Range Trail Authority: All groomers out on all trails- trail 2 is freshly groomed and good to very good-the rest of the trails in very good condition.
From Lake Gogebic: All groomers out on the entire system everyday and conditions reported very good.
Silver City: Plenty of new snow has trails in very good condition.
Ontonagon tells us with more fresh snow trails are groomed and in very good condition.
Watersmeet has all trails in great shape and trails are in very good condition.
And from Bruce Crossing: Trails good to very good; watch for icy corners.
BE AWARE: Tickets are being issued for illegal behavior and sleds, including trespassing, not stopping at stop signs, riding illegal railroad grades and loud or altered exhausts. Just obey the laws and you'll be fine.
As always, check with your lodging facility on ice depth and conditions before venturing out on any Lake.
Big Snow Country trails are the best they've been in years-
Don't miss out these outstanding conditions...Come on up-have fun-be safe!
SPECIAL EVENTS:
Take a look at web cams throughout the area to check out the snow for yourself. Find links on our website at www.westernup.info
If you want to see how our first ever Sledfest turned out, go to www.youtube.com and search sledfest 08.
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| Dean - kerfs@hughes.net| | MN | | February 29, 2008
What is the offtrail conditions like? Is there plenty of snow to play in, or is it set up pretty good. Also, how strict are they on exhaust cans on the sleds. I have a can, will I have a problem with the DNR?
Thanks for the info |
| Dan| | Howard Lake, MN | | February 27, 2008
Sounds like conditions are great and looking forward to our trip up there this coming weekend. (Trip #3 for the season) Planning Trip #4 in two more weeks also.
Very nice to see that the Trail #2 around the open pit in Ramsey/Verona has been changed. What a MAJOR IMPROVEMENT!!
Keep up the good work!!
Thanks.
Dan |
| WUPCVB - bigsnow@westernup.info| | Ironwood, MI | | February 26, 2008
February 26,2008
CURRENT SNOW DEPTH:
19
LATEST SNOW and GENERAL WEATHER:
Forecast looking good...highs in the teens the next couple of days, then 20's for the weekend. We have more fresh snow, super bases, great grooming and the entire western U.P. Trail System is just about as good as it gets. If you're planning one trip for primo riding, this is the place to be.
TRAILS and CONDITIONS:
Trails across the area are Very Good or better-some are excellent which is a word I rarely, if ever use, simply because traffic, weather and other things can change conditions very qickly, and I don't want to over-state what we have to offer.
From the Gogebic Range Trail Authority: All groomers out - trail 2 is freshly groomed -lots of good snow and trails in very good condition.
From Lake Gogebic: All groomers out on the entire system everyday and conditions reported very good.
Silver City: Plenty of new snow has trails in very good condition.
Ontonagon tells us with more fresh snow trails are groomed and in very good condition.
Watersmeet has all trails in great shape and trails are in very good condition.
And from Bruce Crossing: Trails good to very good; watch for icy corners.
PLEASE NOTE: As always, still check with your lodging facility on ice depth and conditions before venturing out on any Lake.
Big Snow Country trails are the best they've been in years-
Don't miss out these outstanding conditions...Come on up-have fun-be safe!
SPECIAL EVENTS:
Take a look at web cams throughout the area to check out the snow for yourself. Find links on our website at www.westernup.info
If you want to see how our first ever Sledfest turned out, go to www.youtube.com and search sledfest 08.
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| WUPCVB - bigsnow@westernup,info| | Ironwood, MI | | February 21, 2008
CURRENT SNOW DEPTH:
21
LATEST SNOW and GENERAL WEATHER:
You're going to love this forecast! Weekend highs from 22 to 28 to 30. Add that to fresh snow, super bases, great grooming and the entire western U.P. Trail System is just about as good as it gets. If you're planning one trip for primo riding, make it up this weekend.
TRAILS and CONDITIONS:
Trails across the area are Very Good or better-some are excellent which is a word I rarely, if ever use, simply because traffic, weather and other things can change conditions very qickly, and I don't want to over-state what we have to offer. However,it's almost impossible to over-state. This weekend looks to be just the BEST!
From the Gogebic Range Trail Authority: All groomers out - trail 2 is freshly groomed -lots of good snow and trails in very good condition.
From Lake Gogebic: All groomers out on the entire system everyday and conditions reported very good.
Silver City: Plenty of new snow has trails in very good condition.
Ontonagon tells us with more fresh snow trails are groomed and in very good condition.
Watersmeet has all trails in great shape and trails are in very good condition.
And from Bruce Crossing: Trails good to very good; watch for icy corners.
PLEASE NOTE: As always, still check with your lodging facility on ice depth and conditions before venturing out on any Lake.
Big Snow Country trails are the best they've been in years-
Don't miss out these outstanding conditions...Come on up-have fun-be safe!
SPECIAL EVENTS:
Take a look at web cams throughout the area to check out the snow for yourself. Find links on our website at www.westernup.info
If you want to see how our first ever Sledfest turned out, go to www.youtube.com and search sledfest 08.
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