The 5K was freshly groomed this morning plus Arlberg bike path. It's getting thin and bare in some spots on the 5K. Bear left on the final two turns to avoid some exposed rocks. Thank you volunteers! Hoping for cooler temps...
We know 2024 was an awesome Corduroy Crush with KMTA! Thank you to those who have been asking about the fun spring ski event! Unfortunately, during this continuing time of lean snowpack combined with an unpredictable upcoming forecast, GNSC has made the decision to cancel the April Ski event this year - and look toward 2026! Further: Kenai Mountains Turnagain Arm National Heritage Area, and countless other non profits, are amidst a very challenging time with federal funding disruption. They thank you for standing with them during the uncertain recent weeks. KMTA encourages supporters to send a letter to our congressional delegation using this template advocating for KMTA. Donations during this critical moment help sustain their programs and operations. ...
Arlberg bike path and 5K are groomed. Conditions are hard and fast with a few rocks exposed on the 5K downhill. Watch for protruding twigs too! Enjoy the weekend...
The 5K was groomed this morning! SKI safely and enjoy the softened surface. The flat & uphill sections have about 3” of sugary snow on a solid base. A few downhills have icy sections, and the 5K downhill has a few rocks poking out. The loops are SKI ONLY!! Thanks BEGINNERS - ski the Arlberg Sidewalk INTERMEDIATE - 2K and 4K Loops EXPERT - 5K Loop Thank you GNSC supporters...
The 5K Loop is still SKI ONLY. The 1st km is a little icy but after that the snow is great. Please do not walk on the 5K Loop as we will groom when the temperatures allow. Thank you so much...
HEADS UP! The new light snow was sticking to the machine instead of the ice so we’ll wait a while to groom the 5K until the new snow adheres to the old snow and ice. There’s three patches of bare ice on the 2 km loop please be careful....
The 5K and Arlberg bike path were smoothed this morning! Thank you super groomers....
Girdwood's temps were below freezing overnight, which was helpful. Peter groomed the 5K and Arlberg bike path this morning! The 5K looks great and the bike path is glazed. Temps are forecasted to warm again today. Enjoy the trail while we have it. This photo was from exactly 1 year ago....
5K was softened and should be more consistent than yesterday. Tracks not renewed and could be scary fast. Arlberg bikepath scratched. #groomersarethebest #girdwoodnordic...
This morning the 5K was groomed with tracks set! Fast conditions. Thank you groomers...
The 5K and Arlberg bike path were groomed this afternoon. Thank you to our volunteer groomers - go Ski!...
Love YOUR trails! Pick up dog poop, give thanks to your volunteer groomers, and support GNSC. Go SKI! A new inch of snow today received a fresh groom from Peter; 5K and the bike path....
Tim and Peter groomed the 5K and Arlberg Path. It came out well! Enjoy the sunshine that keeps coming before the clouds return...
Sharon and Jeff just groomed the 5K loop and Arlberg sidewalk tonight. Have a Super Sunday outside! Thank you to our volunteers...
Similar photo - the trail looks the same as days ago following 2" snowfall overnight Friday and pouring rain, significant wind within 12hrs. (Except the surface has more grab) Proceed with caution and cleats....
The 5K loop is very icy and 2 trees are down at the 1K area. While there is a pause in our grooming efforts, foot traffic and bicycles are allowed. PLEASE USE CAUTION (and cleats)....
After a week of cool and clear, Girdwood had a nice blanket of snow last night. The multi-use valley trails have been great for walking and biking. Unfortunately, NOAA is calling for a repeat of wet we experienced a couple weeks back. Read about the AK weather recap from 24 and what is to come...
The blanket of snow this week and cooler temps are making the season feel wintry again! If you haven't renewed your membership yet, or made a 2024 donation, you can here online! Thank you for your support of Girdwood Nordic. We are rrrready to groom when snowfall returns. Meanwhile, the bike path, Iditarod trails, lower valley trails are in good shape for strolling, running, and riding. Happy New Year!...
It's wet in Girdwood and we thank everyone for celebrating a rainy icy Solstice with us on Dec 21! Thank you to all our volunteers, participants, and The Bake Shop for bringing the hot cocoa, hot soup, and cheer! The lights were colorful and bright - our leadership inspiration was evident! Making the most of the warm temperatures at the 5K #girdwoodnordic #bethelight #slipslidingaway ...