Groomers were out this morning combing the 5 k, upper and lower meadows, Moose Meadow, and Arlberg bikepath. Tracks were not set. Use your best trail etiquette, pick up after the pup, and enjoy a beautiful Sunday in Girdwood - below freezing....
This morning all trails were groomed and new tracks set. Skis or snowshoes will keep you gliding on top of multi-use trails and sustain the trails for more users. Stay dry out there and get some fresh air! Thank you groomers. Do your snow dance too while you yearn for snow...
After assessing trails for downed trees over the last two days, all trails were groomed this afternoon...
This evening Moose Meadow, upper and lower meadows, Arlberg sidewalk, and connector trails were groomed. The 5k was combed and tracks were left. The Snowdog also went out on the bike path to the bathrooms. Ready for snow!...
This morning the 5k, Upper Meadows, Moose Meadow, and connector trails were groomed! Existing classic tracks were left. It came out nice. The temps are about to creep up… enjoy the new groom! Thank you to our volunteers...
All trails were dragged and tracks left this afternoon and will set tonight as below zero temps continue. Bundle up out there and thank you for your support of GNSC! ...
This chilling night the Viewscape Trail and meadows were brushed with the snowdog. Cold temps will help the clean lines hold a bit longer. Bundle up out there and have a great time on the trails!...
Following the fresh snow, everything was groomed yesterday in the final day of 2021 - and the classic tracks were reset. Temps dipped in the new year...
The 5 k was worked on this morning, resulting in a nice groom just waiting for new snow. Tracks have been removed, but the trail is set for skiing. All the meadow trails were brushed with tracks left - stay tuned for more work on those. Viewscape Perimeter is firm and great for riding. Be safe out there during the few days left of 2021! and pick up after that pup. ...
Tonight: The snowdog groomed Gird to Bird out to the first bathrooms and lower Iditarod trail. The moisture added snow packed well. In addition, the 5 k, Arlberg sidewalk, moose meadow, lower and upper meadows, plus connector were also groomed with tracks laid down for most. Hopefully all will set up overnight. ...
Groomed this morning: 5K, Upper Meadows, Moose Meadow, and connector trails. Classic track set on Moose Meadow. Have fun and get out before the snow changes! This evening the Snowdog groomed the Viewscape Trail, lower, middle, and upper meadows. Ruts and dips were shoveled in where most necessary....
The 5k, moose meadow, lower and upper meadows have all been groomed. New track set on the 5k, moose meadow, and the connectors. Be merry, kind, and have a beautiful ski out there! Thank you to our groomers and supporters....
All trails were combed last night with tracks set! Enjoy the narrow gauge ViewScape trail around Moose Meadow, and the lower and upper meadows. It's sweet out there. Tonight: Narrow Gauge went out on lower Iditarod and the bike path. Trails should set up for tomorrow. Thank you to our groomers and GNSC supporters! Skiing brings smiles - and pick up after your pup....
Goodmorning! Arlberg bikepath, the 2K loop, upper meadows and Moose Meadow were smoothed out last night. Take a ski on the lower and upper meadows narrow gauge groom, put in this morning! Thank you to all who attended the Solstice Ski, bringing the light, and our volunteer groomers for making the trails great to recreate! Enjoy the snow and pick up after your pup....
Groomers were out today knocking in as much as 6 inches of new snow. Our Moose Meadow Viewscape Trail around the perimeter is in! Join your friends and neighbors out at the 5 K trailhead for a Solstice Ski around our short loop. Come out for a magical ski, enjoy the fire, refreshments and friends. Cool logo stuff will be for sale too. BYO vessel. See you there! pz...
Groomers will be out today and the snow is awaiting your skis. Enjoy the light during the shortest day of the year! Don't forget your spoon and mug tonight if you're able to come. Our Membership table will be up too. Bundle up and ski through the lights at your own time once the darkness takes over....
Bring your cheer, don some lights, and a pocket full of empty mug and spoon for some savory soup and maybe hot chocolate too! Park at parking lot A, clip into your bindings, and ski to the Nordic 5k. Happy Ski Solstice Girdwood! Tues evening Dec 21. Celebrate the longest night of the year! Membership and swag available for purchase, pick up your pins, socks, etc that you ordered at the Holiday Bazaar. See you there!...
Statewide 2021 Bring Back the Light Event - Girdwood joins with a headlamp ski! Meet at Our Lady of the Snows parking lot for a ski, bike, or walk with light on the trails. COVID-19 Pandemic has been long and difficult, but Alaskans have shown considerable strength and continue to adapt and care for each other. Step outside (& ski!) and shine a light in honor of all those who have lost their lives and loved ones or have experienced hardship or loss. Express gratitude and help us bring back the light. Meet below the pkg lot and head out on the groomed trails for a one hour loop. Go at your own pace and time - or go from your door with others if you cannot make it. Get involved and help - share photos or videos bringing back the light using the hashtag #WithYouAlaska....
Lower and upper meadows, 5k, Moose Meadow, and connectors were groomed. Lots of trail users out there today! The snowdog groomed the bike path out to the bathrooms, lower INHT, and Beaver Pond to the halfway point. Enjoy the Cold Moon and Solstice coming soon. Tomorrow 5pm at Our Lady of the Snows pkg lot to honor all those in AK and everywhere enduring the last two years. Light a candle and ski or bike along the trails to bring back the light. Post at right....
Jeff did an evening groom Moose Meadow through the 5 K. Tracks are in too! Go ski and hug your local groomers. pz Join 5pm Sunday at Our Lady of the Snows! See post at right...