Our agreement with DCNR for grooming at Laurel Mountain ended on March 31 and the new agreement is still in the works. Unexpectedly, DCNR recently changed their requirements to include a COI and we are currently researching new insurance options. We expect that the new insurance will be very expensive, substantially more than we have paid in the past. We cannot do any trail grooming until the new agreement is in place.

First significant snowfall for the season yesterday resulting in about 5-6 inches in the North Woods and surrounding trails along Laurel Ridge. Temperatures dropped overnight and are forecast to remain below freezing through next week with a little more snow possible before this weekend and a few more inches before next weekend. If you decide to get out on the trails to enjoy the early snow remember that it's peak deer hunting season so wear appropriate fluorescent orange ...