More Spring skiing conditions. Repeat. Very hard firm track in the morning, significant warming later in the day. All trails roughed up with classic track in where possible. We’ll try to put new classic in on the 3k today. Skating should be good all day. Best skiing will be in that 10:30-3 window as things soften up before turning softer later. A busy holiday weekend coming up so patience and parking will be at a premium. Please carpool or ride the bus. You actually are closer to the bus stop than most of the parking if you haven’t noticed that. PC Police will be monitoring Thaynes Canyon all weekend so just point to the Nordic Center and come on in. Skiing will be pretty good everywhere but keep an eye out for icy patches and soft areas. Ski safe!
SR-65
Groomed for skate to Big Mountain Pass before sunset. Don’t let the scene at the gate scare you off. Be careful for the first few hundred yards, and you will be rewarded with nice conditions to the top. It gets better above the restroom. Nobody had been above Affleck when I left. Consumer set classic good in spots, iffy in others, and non-existent near the gate. We normally stop grooming at the end of February. Hope we make it that far. Ski this beautiful place while you can!
Millcreek
Groomed and set track this morning.
Fairview
Enough snow (one inch?)yesterday afternoon that a morning groom today was well worth it. Skating is excellent again though today the newer snow is slowing the track down a bit compared to the last few weeks. But the lane is skiing beautifully. Unfortunately not enough new snow to allow the track setter to set anything besides a superficial classic track so there is still no classic track, until we get more fresh snow. Go enjoy the skating; the base is still great.
Jeremy Ranch
24 Hour Snowfall
2″
Track Conditions
The lower track has been groomed for skate and a classic lane is set. The upper track is groomed for skate and in good shape. Classic lane is decent in most areas. The bridges are holding with snow coverage but narrowing on certain bridges. A little added coverage from the small storm yesterday. Have a great day and enjoy the skiing!
Solitude Nordic
9°F at the Nordic Center. Cold, squeaky, fine-grained snow. Trails groomed for skate and classic.
White Pine
Such a cruel tease. Just a skiff of snow on the firm packed trail. At least it was something rather than nothing. Spring conditions will continue. Very firm base with fresh crumble on top. Skating should be pretty good all day. Classic will be better but not pristine on the 3k and the Farm. Very cold morning with temps near freezing by mid-afternoon. Have fun and ski with care.
We highly recommend wearing a mask while indoors at the Nordic Center. Especially with the busy holiday weekend here. We’ll be busy and people will be visiting from all over the world.
PLease remember to purchase and display your trail pass. Poaching the Farm is a no-no. Also help us remind visitors and locals that there are wonderful “free” trails for walking, running, biking and walking your pet very close by. Our trails are for skiing.
Mountain Dell
Groomed Wednesday night. Main, mitten, boomerang, lollipop all groomed for skate with classic reset. Wiggle room and lower to swanson’s groomed for skate. Classic is thin in spots. Get out and enjoy it! Keep thinking ❄️ too!
Jeremy Ranch
1″
Track Conditions
The lower track has been groomed for skate and a classic lane is set. The upper track is groomed for skate and in good shape. Classic lane is decent in most areas. The bridges are holding with snow coverage but narrowing on certain bridges. Trails will soften up throughout the day due to warmer temperatures. Have a great day and enjoy the skiing!
Wax Recommendations
Skate: Toko Yellow- Vauhti Peach
Classic: Toko Yellow – Vauhti Peach
Classic Rentals: Salomon
Skate Rentals: One Way
Solitude Nordic
1″ new snow. 24° at 0815. All trails groomed for skate and classic. Should be good.
Mountain Dell
As of midday Tuesday, Mountain Dell has complete coverage on all of Main, Mitten, Boomerang, Kids Cutoff and Park Road Bypass. If you are up for some careful line selection, you can also ski Lower to Swanson’s, the Creek handle and all of Lollipop. I did all of this from noon to 2p Tuesday on good skis. Skate has been best from about 10a to noon, classic best from about noon to 2p, especially for fishscales. A bit of snow is predicted for Wednesday, so it might be a fun classic day all day.
Spruces
Groomed Spruces and Jordan Pines this morning. Jordan Pines cleaned up nicely. Unfortunately, we are losing snow under the trees on the north side of the loop, so there are some thin spots. Its spring skiing conditions, warm and getting a bit slushy. Here’s hoping we get some good snow this week.
Jeremy Ranch
24 Hour Snowfall
0″
Track Conditions
The lower track has been groomed for skate and a classic lane is set. The upper track is groomed for skate and in good shape. Classic lane is decent in most areas but blown out in others. The bridges are holding with snow coverage but narrowing on certain bridges. Trails will soften up throughout the day due to warmer temperatures. Have a great day and enjoy the skiing!
Solitude Nordic
Good morning from Solitude. Our snowcat is still down so please use caution on our trails because of the icy conditions in the morning. Please check back with us on any updates.
White Pine
not very cold overnight and warm during the day. All trails are roughed up and groomed with shallow track set as we are able. Best classic skiing will be the 3k and the Farm. Crust and icy patches early, icy, shadows, soft and slushy patches later. More spring skiing is the forecast unless tonight’s snow happens. Snow is getting dirty so fresh wax and structure will give you rewards.
We still urge you to wear a mask while indoors at the Nordic Center. We want to help you and ourselves stay healthy. If you dont purchase and display your trail pass, please drop some money in the fee box at the Farm. Poaching is poor form and is not just illegal, it shows you don’t value our hard work to keep trails open for you. Help us remind walkers and pet owners of great places to go that aren’t the ski trails.
Stay safe and have fun out there!
Jeremy Ranch
24 Hour Snowfall
0″
Track Conditions
The lower track has been groomed for skate and a classic lane is set. The upper track is groomed for skate and in good shape. Classic lane is in decent condition in most areas and blown out in others. The bridges are holding with snow coverage but narrowing on certain bridges. Trails will soften up throughout the day due to warmer temperatures. Have a great day and enjoy the skiing!