GREETINGS FROM NORTHWEST WISCONSIN
This report is provided to you by Cross Country Ski Northwest Wisconsin in cooperation with the Wisconsin Dept. of Tourism, Northwest ITBEC, Ashland and Bayfield Counties, Cable Area Chamber of Commerce, Hayward Area Chamber of Commerce, Polk County Tourism, Price County Tourism, Rusk County Tourism, Spooner Area Chamber of Commerce,TOKO, Washburn County Tourism, and YOKO gloves.
SPONSORS
American Birkebeiner Ski Foundation, Bodin's on the Lake, Chilson Subaru,
Garmisch USA, Hayward Bakery & Cheese, New Moon Ski Shop, Outdoor Ventures,
Riverbrook Bike & Ski, SALOMON, Telemark Resort
Chequamegon Telephone Cooperative, Cresthill Resort, Empire Lodge, Lakewoods Resort, Marvin Schwan Retreat & Conference Center, Pilot Fish Inn, Property Management of Hayward, Sugarbush Bed & Breakfast, Trek & Trail, Wilde River Realty
ABR Trails, Apostle Island Outfitters, Cable Service Center, Chequamegon Saloon, Mogasheen Resort, Sawyer County Record
Please support these businesses when you visit Northwest Wisconsin.
And when you do, be sure to let them know you are a Cross Country Skier!
For current trail conditions, lodging information, and additional information about cross country skiing in Northwest Wisconsin, visit www.norwiski.com or call (800)234-6635 or see the list at the end of this report.
CROSS COUNTRY SKI TRAIL REPORT
April 6, 2001
WEATHER FORECAST:Temps - Highs near 50. Rain likely.
GENERAL CONDITIONS: Spring conditions prevail with thaw/freeze cycle depending on daily temperatures.
"Crust Skiing" is now an option in many areas - especially on some lakes and in open wooded areas.
THIS WILL BE THE FINAL REPORT OF THE SEASON, ALTHOUGH THERE MAY STILL BE OCCASIONAL BULLETINS THAT MAY BE OF INTEREST. HOPE YOU HAD A GREAT SEASON - WE'LL BE IN TOUCH NEXT FALL.
"What a long, strange trip it's been..."
ABR TRAILS
Ironwood, MI
Great Spring skiing . Best time is 9:00 AM to 1:00PM
Trail Details, Directions, Maps, Fees, and more
AFTERHOURS SKI TRAIL - Brule River State Forest
Brule, WI
Trail conditions are still very good for skate skiing and good for classical skiing. The base appears to be 10" or more on most of the trail. On two of the bridges and it was 10". Since warm air can get under the bridge, the base is much thicker on other parts of the trail. There were two spots on River Trail that had melted down to leaves but can easily be skied around. The classical track was still surprisingly usable.
As previously stated, the Brule Forest staff will not be grooming the trail anymore this season. The warming shelter has been locked. A trail pass is no longer required this season.
AMERICAN BIRKEBEINER TRAIL
Cable/Seeley/Hayward, WI
No longer grooming though base is still good. Depending on rain and temps, skiing is still be possible.
BLUE HILLS TRAIL
Bruce, WI
Saturday's one-inch snowfall (March 31) made for soft, sticky conditions
yesterday -- but skiing this morning (April 1st) was fabulous -- possibly the most enjoyable skiing of the season! Yesterday's clouds cleared overnight, temperatures dropped to below twenty degress F, and the snow dried out. As a result, this morning's skiing under sunny skies found a firm base, a smooth surface, one inch of new snow, excellent edge control, and fairly fast skating. In most areas, the base is probably still a foot deep despite mild temperatures allowing shirtsleeve exercise. Other than bare spots on steep, sun-exposed
hills, the base is holding up well.
LADYSMITH HIGH SCHOOL LIGHTED XC TRAIL
Ladysmith, WI
As of mid-day on March 31, there was a continuous packed base and new
snow accumulating on the LHS Trail. It has not been groomed recently
and no further grooming is planned this season. The base is thin, in
spots, on south facing slopes and could melt out there and on the
athletic field in the next warm spell. The lights are turned off but
daylight savings skiing should be possible.
TELEMARK SKI TRAILS
Cable, WI
No longer grooming and trails technically closed, though bases are still good. Depending on rain and temps, skiing may still be possible.
WOLVERINE NORDIC
Ironwood, MI
The Wolverine Nordic Ski club has stopped grooming our ski trails on Thurs.
April 5, 2001. Trails will still be open for skiing.
LODGING AND ACCOMMODATIONS
Ashland and Bayfield Counties (800)284-9484, (472-6338
Cable Area Chamber of Commerce (800)533-7454
Hayward Area Chamber of Commerce (800)72HAYWARD
Polk County Tourism (800)222-POLK
Price County Tourism (800)269-4505
Rusk County Tourism (800)535-RUSK
Spooner Area Chamber of Commerce/Washburn County Tourism (800) 367-3306
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