Trail Report Archives | Girdwood Nordic Ski Cub

23 Apr Final Report for the 19/20 season Thursday 4/23/20

Posted at 07:56h in Trail Report by groomer

Grooming is over for the season but the trails still have snow. Our warm and wet weather has made it difficult to improve conditions with grooming so we have gone into off season multi use status on the 5 K Loop. Meadows are likely to have wet spots so ski and walk with caution until snow settles or melts. Thanks for the support and stay tuned for News about future developments. Stay hunkered and safe and take a ski run or two for the groomers. Thanks to all the volunteers who made it all happen. Kyle and Margaret were always there with a helping hand. Most importantly we thank all of the Members and contributors to our volunteer driven Ski Club. Have a great spring and summer. We will see you on the trails!...

21 Apr April 21, 2020

Posted at 15:23h in Trail Report by groomer

The grooming season is just about a wrap. We tried to smooth out the 5K Nordic Loop after we drove a snow machine around to pick up trail signs. The snow is too soft to support a groom and I doubt if we'll be back out again this season. Thanks to all of the loyal GNSC members and other trail users who make our efforts worthwhile. And a big thank you to all of the grooming volunteers and support folks....

13 Apr 4/13/20 Monday New Snow!

Posted at 14:16h in Trail Report by groomer

All trails got a onceover this morning. Some have new tracks too. Warmer temperatures and rain softened up surfaces then it got a few scant inches of new snow topping. Keep enjoying the snow while we have it. pz...

12 Apr 4/12/2020

Posted at 10:24h in Trail Report by groomer

The 5K Nordic Loop, Upper Meadows, connector trails and the Moose Meadow were groomed this morning. No classic tracks were set. The snow is soft and should be a lot of fun to ski today. The trails in forested areas are dirty with lots of tree debris, but still very skiable. Get out there soon to enjoy the tail end of winter. Happy Easter everyone....

11 Apr 4/11/20 Last Night all Trails Groomed

Posted at 09:56h in Trail Report by groomer

All trails got a once over by our hard working groomers. Another beautiful day in GWOOD! Thanks to all of you out there who are on the trails and doing your part to stay healthy and safe !! Keep it up. Enjoy the snow. pz...

09 Apr 4/9/20 Thursday Night All Trails Groomed

Posted at 23:02h in Trail Report by groomer

Groomers did a onceover on all trails. Ski it while we still have it! Found a pair of gloves on 5K . Call peter @ 783-2839 to claim. pz...

08 Apr 4/08/2020

Posted at 11:09h in Trail Report by groomer

The Moose Meadow, Upper Valley Trails, connector trails, the Arlberg bike path and the 5K Nordic Loop were all groomed this morning. We should have some good skiing on all trails today. Enjoy getting out - trails are a great way to "social distance" yourself and get some fresh air....

06 Apr 4/6/20 Monday Night All trails groomed

Posted at 22:50h in Trail Report by groomer

Groomers were out to smooth things out. Skiing should be fast in the morning. Enjoy winter while it is still here. Go ski. pz...

05 Apr 4/5/20 Sunday Another Run Through Last night on all trails !

Posted at 08:19h in Trail Report by groomer

Deb went out again for a run around the park. All trails ready for a Sunday ski. Watch the temperature so you get it when it's perfect for you, then go ski! Ski, walk or run or bike to keep your focus on life! pz...

04 Apr 4/4/20 All trails groomed last night

Posted at 11:31h in Trail Report by groomer

Last night Deb gave all trails a onceover. Warm temperatures have started to turn winter conditions to spring for now. Our groomers will do their best to keep up with these changing April conditions. Get out and re-create ! pz...

03 Apr 4/3/20 Friday Morning all trails groomed and tracked

Posted at 10:40h in Trail Report by groomer

Your faithful groomers were out early to knock it all in on all trails. thanks John and pz...

02 Apr 4/2/20 All trails groomed last night

Posted at 07:51h in Trail Report by groomer

Last night Deb and Nels went out on all trails to tune things up. Warmer temps had softened the surface and it was all smoothed out. This mornings new snow will top it with a nice coating of fresh. Still many more days of skiing to go. Get out and walk, bike, hike or ski your way to enjoying our Girdwood trails. pz...

29 Mar 3/29/20 Sunday night. All trails got an evening tune-up

Posted at 22:07h in Trail Report by groomer

John and Peter went out and did a onceover on the tracks on the 5 K. Upper meadow loop and connectors to Moose Meadow all got a fresh groom as well. Get out there and enjoy it while we still have nice weather. Support your local groomers. Join Girdwood Nordic Ski Club. ...

28 Mar 3/28/20 The Beat Goes On ! All trails spiffed up !

Posted at 09:43h in Trail Report by groomer

John took a drive around the park this morning and touched up all trails . Your groomers ask you to please pick up after your pets while out on all our valley trails. Join and continue to support your local Ski Club. We have lots of winter left! Get out there and enjoy winter!...

27 Mar 3/27/20 Friday More Grooming on 5K

Posted at 18:27h in Trail Report by groomer

Multi use trails were tuned up yesterday so Jim and Peter went out to work on the 5 K this morning. Tracks didn't go too deep due to hard surface but the main trail got tuned up nicely into a fast ski surface. Tree debris still is there but got mixed in a bit. Continue to use caution and get out to see your neighbors and friends on the trails from a safe distance.pz...

26 Mar 3/26/20 Thursday All multi use trails spiffed up

Posted at 10:38h in Trail Report by groomer

Deb went and buffed up all multi use trails last night. Recent wind event in the valley has put a lot of tree debris down through out the 5 K trail.. We will keep trying to groom it but expect slower snow patches on the downhills and as always use caution. Get out and enjoy the sun! pz...

24 Mar 3/24/20 Tuesday AM Trails got another onceover

Posted at 09:12h in Trail Report by groomer

Groomers have been busy. Kyle and Ethan were out yesterday and then John worked some more last night. Then John came back for more rounds this morning. Skiing should be great. Springtime conditions will be variable depending on time of day you are out there. Watch for changing conditions. Keep your spirits up....

22 Mar Sunday 3/22/20 All trails groomed

Posted at 12:33h in Trail Report by groomer

Jim and Peter went out and put a new surface on all trails. Still looks like winter out there with plenty of good quality snow and lots more skiing! Take advantage of the beautiful weather and get out there!...

22 Mar 3/22/2020

Posted at 12:28h in Trail Report by groomer

Peter and Jim groomed all groomable Glacier Valley trails this morning. New classic tracks were set - some are a little thin, but mostly skiable. The corduroy surface is nice and fuzzy - go out and give it a try - but, of course stay 6 feet away from your fellow trail users. Enjoy the great Spring conditions!...

20 Mar 3/19/20 all trails got a light onceover

Posted at 10:14h in Trail Report by groomer

John went out yesterday morning to smooth out the previous night's 3" snowfall. CPG cat track is in good shape too. Winter is still here and your volunteer groomers will stay at it to keep our valley trails groomed. Keep skiing and enjoy the outdoors. Please remember : All trails are multi use except the 5 K Loop which is Ski Only. Yesterday within 2 or 3 hours after John's nice groom 2 walkers/runners made tracks up the middle of the trail. One even walked on the ski tracks the machine had just put down....