Vilas County

[Tuck]

Sounds like you are seeing what my friend is seeing. Maybe the snow didn't completely melt so there was still slush I am going to drive around tomorrow and see if I can find a lake that is smooth but I am seeing what you are seeing Paul not looking like the epic ice I was hoping for.

Are there any Nordic tracks around? Or an area where they maintain an ice trail?

 

[whitedust]

Went for a walk on the lake today, the ice is a little lumpy, not real great for ice skating. I wish I had an ice boat, always wanted to try that. Not much snow in the forecast, maybe a system next Monday? We have officially 2” on the ground. Going to get cold now.

I’m a sailor so always wanted to try an iceboat too. I’m not sure Vilas is good for ice boating it seemed only a couple of days without snow on the ice 15-20 years ago. Back in the 70s I remember lots of ice boating on Geneva lake and lots of good ice for skating too I was thinking about buying a good pair of speed skates to skate from Lake Geneva to Fontana but spent most of my time with the family Nordic skiing.

 

[ddhanna]

I hear there will be adequate ice for the ice castle in Eagle River.

 

[attakman]

Today is December 28th, just got back from the Chicago area at around 3pm. So nice to be back in the Northwoods, enjoyed our time with our daughter, her husband, and the cute little guy. We have about 1-2” of snow left, it’s a mess, lakes are all melted on top, still good ice underneath. Snow wise, it’s definitely a reset. Temps don’t start dropping until Tuesday but no snow in sight until Monday 1/6. Waiting game for sure, gotta keep the faith, right?

Just saw this on one of our local Tv stations....."We still have a chance for snow next week. However, it’s starting to become possible that snow could pass south of us completely, so stay tuned for more updates on potential snowfall totals."....smh

 

[hermie]

Are there any Nordic tracks around? Or an area where they maintain an ice trail?

Not that I personally know of. That would be pretty cool if they did. Whitedust you are not kidding about the ice boats on Lake Geneva back in the day,they were everywhere. Also use to see them on Lauderdale lakes when I was a kid. Looked very relaxing and those things could really get moving.

 

[whitedust]

Are there any Nordic tracks around? Or an area where they maintain an ice trail?

Tuck I think you can find what you are looking for at Minocqua Winter Park. You will need to pay a fee for use but good grooming is worth it

 

[ddhanna]

Are there any Nordic tracks around? Or an area where they maintain an ice trail?

Just saw on the news tonight that a new one opened in Boulder Junction. I didn't know it was a thing. Looks pretty cool.

The Glide in Boulder Junction officially opens with a ribbon cutting event

Boulder Junction, WIS (WJFW) - The Glide ice skating ribbon at Winter Park in Boulder Junction celebrated its grand opening with a ribbon-cutting ceremony to an enthusiastic crowd.

www.wjfw.com

 

[hermie]

There you go they said it the first of its kind in the area. I may go check that out. Good find

 

[timo]

If I didn’t live four hours away I’d dust off my 42 year old Bauers and check that thing out.

 

[Tuck]

Thanks for the info. Years ago when the river back home froze we would take four wheeler plows out and make a track in the back waters and of course a rink. We must of had 40 plus one day for pick up games, families on the track, cook out . Good times

 

[old abe]

Thanks for the info. Years ago when the river back home froze we would take four wheeler plows out and make a track in the back waters and of course a rink. We must of had 40 plus one day for pick up games, families on the track, cook out . Good times

Hmmm, years ago, why not now when it freezes?

 

[pclark]

Just making ice big time up here this week and for the upcoming week. Once we get a foot of snow we’ll be in the money! Pray for the white gold!