2019 January 3, Grooming Report;
Thank you Trail Builders: Thank you Trail Builders: Today’s report is brought to you by Jim and Betty Steward. Without folks like the Stewards we would not be able to enjoy the great skiing we have come to expect. So, if you see them, say thanks.
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Forestville Real Grooming Report: Karl is grooming the Noque’ and Animoosh to 17k and re-track setting where needed. Andy is grooming the side loops. Yesterday Andy examined the pond ice and pushed a pole right through the ice. He did not groom across the ponds. It is not safe and you should not cross. More on this subject in the Way Too Long Report below.
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| Noque – FV Ponds not ready to cross yet. |
As always, your feedback is appreciated. Send in pictures and you too can get your K marker moved to the front of the line.
Saux Head: John & Tracy rolled and combed on Tuesday (and I failed to tell you yesterday); and Tim set track that afternoon. The trail is in great skiing condition.
Fit Strip: All trails were groomed on Wednesday and are in excellent shape. Trails are groomed about once per week.
Big Bay Pathway: Too little snow in the woods so trails are closed. The Big Bay Trails are groomed for classic skiing and are through the rugged hills south of Big Bay. They are spectacular but need ample snow to cover the rugged terrain. We groom as weather permits so think cold and snow. Trails are just off Co Rd 550 in Big Bay.
Way Too Long Grooming Report: There are many lessons one learns from mountaineering. Along with organization skills, goal oriented project management and risk analysis is route selection. Know where you are going rather than following foot prints. Crossing ice, whether pond ice or mountain glacier, is never actually “safe”. Understand the risk. The second most common thing said from one mountaineer to another in the bottom of a crevasse is, “…but I was following your tracks.” (the most common is an expletive not used in polite company).
Sondo