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02/29 Leap day

All ski trails groomed.  Classic tracks set on Meadow, Campground, Lower UW, Blackjack, and Rollercoaster.  Tracks, both existing and those set today, are in very good condition. The surface was softening up with the warmer temps.   Good skiing, Randy

02/28 Wednesday

All ski trails groomed.  Classic tracks set on Meadow, Upper UW, Phil’s thru Summit.  Not that the base was firm, but as it warmed up late morning, it softened a little more.   Good skiing, Randy

02/27 Tuesday

About 2” of new snow overnite.  All ski trails groomed.  Classic tracks set on Campground, Meadow, Upper UW, Phil’s thru Van’s, Ridge and Alder.  The trails groomed out beautifully but, they will be a little soft.   Good skiing, Randy

02/26 Monday

All ski trails groomed.  We did some trail leveling after the past 2 days’ strong breeze.  This did include wiping some classic tracks, although they were mostly drifted in anyway.  We are on schedule to get some snow tonight.   Good skiing, Randy

02/25 Sunday

All ski trails groomed.  We had/have some drifting on the trails.  Classic tracks are blown in, in many areas.  The wind was truly impressive this morning.  Well past a stiff breeze, even for around here.    Today is the last day of Kids ski/Wee ski.   Be safe and have fun, Randy.

02/24 Saturday

All ski trails groomed.  We had a little breeze yesterday/last night which led to some minor drifting.  Classic tracks, in a few places, were blown in.  Classic tracks as a whole are in fairly good shape.  Skate lane conditions are just a little soft but, very much skiable.    Enjoy the sunshine, Randy

02/23 Friday

All ski trails groomed.  We were able to lay down some tasty corduroy this morning.  Classic tracks set on all trails except Chyt’s and Sprint.  Conditions are still a little soft from the recent new snow.  It will be warm today with full sun which may bring spring conditions into play.  Firm in the morning and then softening as the day warms.   Good skiing, Randy

02/22 Thursday

5” to 6” of beautiful, dry snow overnite.  All ski trails rolled multiple times.  As we were wrapping up this morning, the sun came out and the snow became sticky.   Good skiing, Randy

02/21 Wednesday

A trace of new overnite.  All ski trails groomed.  It snowed some as we were grooming today.  Classic tracks set on Campground.  The rest of the tracks are in fair to good condition.  The sun came out and the snow warmed up as air temperatures didn’t cool off much last nite.   More new snow hopefully tonight.  Do the dance to ensure we get our fair share and maybe a little extra.   Good skiing, Randy

02/20 Tuesday

All ski trails groomed this morning.  It warmed up very early today.  Lots of sunshine.  Classic tracks remain in fair to good condition.   The weatherman says it will most likely snow tomorrow evening.  Do the snow dance with fervor to bring more accumulation than predicted.    Good skiing, Randy

02/19 Monday

All ski trails groomed today.  We received 4” to 6” of snow over the weekend.  Classic track were set this weekend on Campground, Meadow, Upper UW, Phil’s thru Moose Loop, Lower UW, Rollercoaster, Ridge, Blackjack, and Alder.  We’ve had a stiff breeze lately and the tracks are in good shape to mostly blown in.  Coverage is very good.   Good skiing, Randy

02/16 Friday's

A little more than a half inch of new snow overnite.  All ski trails groomed.  We had some snowfall during grooming this morning.  Classic tracks are partially filled with new snow.   Reminder: The UW ski team is hosting a race on Upper UW tomorrow morning.  It should finish up around midday.  The Laramie Loppet is Sunday beginning midmorning.  It will be on multiple ski trails so if you choose to ski, please yield to racers.  This is the last race on this year’s calendar.  Kids ski/Wee ski starts after 1 and will be done about 3:30.   Good skiing, Randy

02/15 Thursday

All ski trails groomed.  Classic tracks are in good shape on most trails.  Tracks on Upper UW were removed today in preparation for the University race on Saturday.  Conditions remain packed powder.   Reminder:  There is a classic sprint race on Upper UW that the university is hosting on Saturday morning.  The Laramie Loppet race will be on Sunday morning for the collegiate skiers, along with citizens that wish to enter.  Check the Medicine Bow Nordic website for further information.   Good skiing, Randy

02/14 Tuesday

We had a squall pass thru this morning, as we were grooming, and dropped about a half inch of new snow.  All ski trails groomed.  Packed powder conditions.  Classic track are in fair to good condition.   Good skiing, Randy

02/13 Tuesday

All ski trails groomed.  The skiing in wonderful with packed powder conditions.  Classic tracks are still holding up well.   With this warmer weather, consider taking some time to do the snow dance.  Careful not to do the wind dance.   Good skiing, Randy

02/12 Monday

All ski trails groomed this morning.  The trails groomed out very well.  Conditions are packed powder.  Classic tracks are still in good shape on all trails except Lower UW and Rollercoaster.    Good skiing, Randy

02/11 Sunday

All trails groomed.  Packed powder conditions.  Classic tracks still looking good.   Good skiing, Randy

02/10 Saturday

Maybe a half inch of new snow overnite.  All ski trails groomed.  Classic tracks held up on most trails.  Tracks set on Miners Loop and Summit.    We still need more snow so, don’t forget to do the snow dance.  Do the dance with winter enthusiasm.   Good skiing, Randy

02/09 Friday

All ski trails groomed.  Classic tracks set on Campground, Meadow, Upper UW, Phil’s thru Van’s, Ridge and Alder.  Trails groomed out great today.  Packed powder conditions.   Good skiing, Randy

Fresh snow makes Jack Happy!

A little fresh snow fell overnight and really helped the trails today! About 1 to 2 inches of new snow fell, but the wind is really moving it around. We were able to groom out all the skate lanes and do a little leveling through some of the drifts. The classic tracks are filled in and will remain so until the snow settles down. Parking lot is actually pretty clear but look out for ice under foot when you get out of your door. Have an excellent day!! -Dan

All skate lanes groomed today!

All the skate lanes got groomed out today. The cloud cover is really helping us keep the snow, but variable conditions exist out there. Classic lane is holding but got pretty glazed last night and not much for an outside pole plant. Keep hoping for more snow! -Dan

02/06 Tuesday

All ski trails groomed.  Classic tracks set on Lower UW and Rollercoaster.  The tracks set yesterday still seem to be holding up well.  It seems like constantly changing, spring conditions are present.  Firm in the morning and soft with the midday heat.   Good skiing, Randy

02/05 Monday

All ski trails groomed.  Classic tracks set on Campground, Meadow, Upper UW, Phil’s thru Van’s, Ridge, Blackjack and Alder.  Base will be a little soft, especially with the full sun and warm weather.   Good Skiing, Randy

02/04 Sunday

8”+ of beautiful, new snow since yesterday morning.  All ski trails rolled multiple times.  Coverage is obviously good.  Surface will be soft.   Whenever the road opens, good skiing, Randy

02/12 Friday

All ski trails groomed.  Shoveling occurred on most trails.  Coverage is now good on most trails except the Summit complex.    Reminders: 1) Pole Mountain Shuffle public race is Saturday morning.                      2)Kids ski/Wee ski is Sunday from midday to mid afternoon.   Good Skiing, Randy

Happy First of the Month!

Everything groomed today. The sun hit Summit and B-loop pretty hard yesterday, multiple open spots out there. The classic tracks also got hit hard and where very glazed and burned out in places. The rest of the trails have good coverage and are very skiable.  The Pole Mountain Shuffle is this Saturday at 10am. An awesome event, come out and race, ski the course or cheer on those that are racing! Have a great day! -Dan