First let me say that I'm glad the trails were not opened prematurely. The snow that fell in southern Wisconsin and Northern Illinois is going to set up so nicely if you just let it get cold and freeze. It'll make a great base that will last a long time based on the cool weather in the forecast...
The snow gods are in a mourning period. One of their most prolific snow dancers has fallen. They are too sad to snow.
The snowmobiling community is also in mourning. An important part of our lives - John's forecasts - are no longer with us. I'm sure at a time like this he would be showing us...
I know you are not supposed to kill the messenger. However, so far the news that has been delivered to me on this site about this winter isn't that great. I am calling on you John as well as the entire Dee family to prove that you are doing all you can help in this matter by performing your best...
With this cold spell it is time to start keeping an eye on the Illinois chain. I drove over the Fox River in McHenry yesterday and it was mostly open but starting to freeze up on the sides. Wonder how the ice is coming on the upper Lakes?