With the snows we’ve received over the last two weeks, including 2 more inches Sunday, we now have a great trail base. However, due to late January’s 10” snow that started out very wet, there is still quite a bit of brush leaning into the trail which we’re still working on cutting back from the trail. The worst hit areas are near the trailhead where there is more aspen, maple, birch, and spotted alder bent over. Once up on the ridge and into the pines, expect some great skiing. After that same 10” snowfall, some areas on the lakes developed shush as the new snow pushed down on the ice. Some of that slush is now frozen—but not always, so carry a scraper. The weather has been pleasant and sunny lately so get out there and fill your lungs with pine scented fresh air and your mind with wonder.

Submitted by Scott Olson, Caretaker, YMCA Camp du Nord 2/9/10

The Trezona is in great condition.  The recent snows have been great and the trail is getting a lot of use.

The Trezona continues to be well groomed and every snow makes it a little better.  Currently there is no problem with road salt and sand on the trail.

All the trails of the North Arm Ski Trail System have now been skier tracked and –as always—it sure is beautiful out there.  However, the trails definitely need more snow as there are rocks and roots poking through occasionally. Continue to be especially careful on the down hills. Meanwhile, all the recent cold weather and lack of new snow seems to have frozen any slush that was sitting on the lake ice and has also made the ice good and thick where there isn’t any current, so the lakes for now are very good for skiing. Disclaimer—always carry a scraper and proceed with caution –don’t assume the ice is safe. Also remember that on the lakes you are exposed to wind chill so take care to avoid frostbite—plan your route to go with the wind on the lakes whenever possible. So hope for more snow, and get out and enjoy the upcoming mild weather this weekend.

Submitted by Scott Olson, Caretaker, YMCA Camp du Nord

The Trezona Trail is being groomed regularly and conditions have really improved in the last week.  Conditions are fair to good for both classical and skate skiing.

The Trezona has been groomed.  The Classic tracks have been set on the outside of the trail (away from the lake).  They are hard to find on the north side of the lake becuase they are nearly flat with so little snow.  The only area where the snow is not sufficient to cover the trail is the gravel section on the north side where grasses are not fully covered.  The classic track in that area has snow, but the skate area has stiff weeds throughout.  There are also two driveways that have been plowed nearlly to pavement.  Conditions aren't prefect, but It felt so good to ski again.

There is ice on all the puddles on the north side of the Trezona still this afternoon.  Let's hope for more cold stuff soon.