XC Ski Headquarters Cross Country Ski Report – 03/13
As of 7 am this morning it was 29F. The warm up of the last 4 days has taken a toll on the trails. Even though there is still a lot of frost in the ground, there are a number of spots on some of the trails that receive enough direct sunlight to melt the snow. Thus the Tall Pines trail is closed. The Mackinaw Cut, Wild Turkey, Adventure, Manitou and Blizzard trials are passable but skiers will need to ski around some bare spots. The Trapper’s Cabin and Rolling Hills Trails are in the best shape. Groomer Stu will groom up all the trails this morning except the Tall Pines trail. We have 0 to 10 inches of snow in the woods and 0 to 8 inches of snow packed on the trails.
Photo: This Jr racer can hardly wait for the 22nd Annual Jr Muffin Races to be held this Sunday! Registration starts at 9am. The various races are open to all kids, very young through High School.
Forecast:
Today: A mix of clouds and sun. High 56F. Winds S at 5 to 10 mph.
Tonight: Partly cloudy this evening. Fog developing late. A few flurries or snow showers possible. Low 36F. Winds SW at 5 to 10 mph.
Saturday: Cloudy skies. High near 40F. Winds NW at 15 to 25 mph.
Saturday night: Cloudy skies early, followed by partial clearing. Low 27F. Winds NNW at 10 to 20 mph.
Sunday: Generally sunny despite a few afternoon clouds. High around 55F. Winds W at 5 to 10 mph.
Snow Depth in Woods: 0 to 10
Packed Snow Depth on Trails: 0 to 8
Ice, Glaze, Barespots: spring conditions with bare spots
Today’s lunch special is Bob’s Favorite Tuna Panini: Albacore tuna, sliced jalapenos, sliced black olives, spinach, tomatoes and provolone on ciabatta, grilled to sizzling perfection and served with chips and a pickle. Also available are our other specialty sandwiches and our famous chili and veggie chili. This will be a perfect day to enjoy lunch on the sun deck.
The “March Madness” sale is under way with great deals on cold weather clothing, XC Ski packages, racing skis (Speedmax Skis for $518.94) and boots (S-Lab Skate Pro boots for $338.15)! All sweaters from Dale of Norway, Smartwool, Woolrich, Patagonia are still at least 30% off. All North Face Clothing is 25% off!
Enjoy these spring skiing conditions as long as the snow lasts!
Lynne, Bob, Mariah, Stu, Fran, Brian, Erin, Matt, Steve, Sarah B., Gage, Kerrigan, Leah, Sarah L., Matt B, Dana, Henry & Crew