THE NTN GROOMING REPORT March 7, 2010 www.noquetrails.org

 *Noquemanon: Below is the grooming detail in order of priority.  Your comments are always appreciated. 

 *Blueberry Ridge: All trails groomed and track set Saturday Morning.   Grooming done at Blueberry Ridge is under contract with the DNR and the schedule is controlled accordingly. 

 *Saux Head: Groomed Friday morning.  Saux Head is groomed weekly on Fridays unless there is a large snow fall event.   

 *Fit Strip: Groomed weekly on Mondays

 *Big Bay Pathway: Big Bay trails are classic only and groomed each Friday evening or Saturday morning so skiing should be good today. Big Bay, MI, 25 miles north of Marquette. 

 *Al Quaal:  Groomed and tracks set on most Mondays.

 *Valley Spur: All trails groomed and track set Saturday Morning. For more information visit the Valley Spur Website at www.valleyspur.org or call 906.387.4918.

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Noquemanon Trail Network and Superiorland Ski Club

April 23, 2010, SSC Club Awards, Marquette, MI

April, 24, 2010, Bike and Kayak Swap, Marquette, MI

May 15, 2010, Big Bay Relay, Marquette to Big Bay, MI

June 5, 2010, Twin Peaks Trail Run, Marquette, MI                          

July 25, 2010, 12 Hours of Potluck, Marquette, MI

August 14, 2010, Ore to Shore, Ishpeming, Negaunee to Marquette, MI

September 25, 2010, Lake Superior Shore Run, Marquette, MI

THE NTN GROOMING REPORT March 6, 2010 www.noquetrails.org

 *Noquemanon: Below is the grooming detail in order of priority.  Your comments are always appreciated. 

 *Blueberry Ridge: All trails groomed and track set this morning.   Grooming done at Blueberry Ridge is under contract with the DNR and the schedule is controlled accordingly. 

 *Saux Head: Groomed Friday morning.  Saux Head is groomed weekly on Fridays unless there is a large snow fall event.   

 *Fit Strip: Groomed weekly on Mondays

 *Big Bay Pathway: Big Bay trails are classic only and groomed each Friday evening or Saturday morning so skiing should be good today. Big Bay, MI, 25 miles north of Marquette. 

 *Al Quaal:  Groomed and tracks set on most Mondays.

 *Valley Spur: All trails groomed and track set this morning. Don’t forget the Taste and Glide today at Valley Spur from 10:00 to 3:00. For more information visit the Valley Spur Website at www.valleyspur.org or call 906.387.4918.

 We encourage you to sign up for the trail report and news email, in the upper right hand corner, where it says  Subscribe Today – RSS // Email.  Click on the email tab. With the new website, if you were previously on the subscribe list, you need to re-subscribe.  We apologize for the inconvenience.

 Trail reports are also available by calling 906.221.0222.

 SAVE THE DATES

Noquemanon Trail Network and Superiorland Ski Club

April 23, 2010, SSC Club Awards, Marquette, MI

April, 24, 2010, Bike and Kayak Swap, Marquette, MI

May 15, 2010, Big Bay Relay, Marquette to Big Bay, MI

June 5, 2010, Twin Peaks Trail Run, Marquette, MI                          

July 25, 2010, 12 Hours of Potluck, Marquette, MI

August 14, 2010, Ore to Shore, Ishpeming, Negaunee to Marquette, MI

September 25, 2010, Lake Superior Shore Run, Marquette, MI

THE NTN GROOMING REPORT March 5, 2010 www.noquetrails.org

 *Noquemanon: Below is the grooming detail in order of priority.  Your comments are always appreciated. 

 *Blueberry Ridge: Track set Monday.  Next grooming is scheduled for Friday.  Grooming done at Blueberry Ridge is under contract with the DNR and the schedule is controlled accordingly. 

 *Saux Head: Groomed this morning.  Saux Head is groomed weekly on Fridays unless there is a large snow fall event.   

 *Fit Strip: Groomed weekly on Mondays

 *Big Bay Pathway: Groomed Saturday. Next scheduled grooming is this afternoon. Big Bay, MI, 25 miles north of Marquette. 

 *Al Quaal:  Groomed and tracks set on most Mondays.

 *Valley Spur: Groomed Monday. Trails will be groomed this afternoon for this weekend’s event!   Don’t forget the Taste and Glide this week end at Valley Spur. For more information visit the Valley Spur Website at www.valleyspur.org or call 906.387.4918.

 We encourage you to sign up for the trail report and news email, in the upper right hand corner, where it says  Subscribe Today – RSS // Email.  Click on the email tab. With the new website, if you were previously on the subscribe list, you need to re-subscribe.  We apologize for the inconvenience.

 Trail reports are also available by calling 906.221.0222.

 SAVE THE DATES

Noquemanon Trail Network and Superiorland Ski Club

April 23, 2010, SSC Club Awards, Marquette, MI

April, 24, 2010, Bike and Kayak Swap, Marquette, MI

May 15, 2010, Big Bay Relay, Marquette to Big Bay, MI

June 5, 2010, Twin Peaks Trail Run, Marquette, MI                          

July 25, 2010, 12 Hours of Potluck, Marquette, MI

August 14, 2010, Ore to Shore, Ishpeming, Negaunee to Marquette, MI

September 25, 2010, Lake Superior Shore Run, Marquette, MI

THE NTN GROOMING REPORT March 4, 2010 www.noquetrails.org

 *Noquemanon: Below is the grooming detail in order of priority.  Your comments are always appreciated. 

 As shown below the Noque from Tourist Park all the way to Co Rd 510 was groomed Wednesday and should still be great today. 

 *Blueberry Ridge: Track set Monday.  Next grooming is scheduled for Friday.  Grooming done at Blueberry Ridge is under contract with the DNR and the schedule is controlled accordingly. 

 *Saux Head: Groomed Friday morning.  Saux Head is groomed weekly on Fridays unless there is a large snow fall event.   

 *Fit Strip: Groomed weekly on Mondays

 *Big Bay Pathway: Groomed Saturday. Next scheduled grooming is Friday night. Big Bay, MI, 25 miles north of Marquette. 

 *Al Quaal:  Groomed and tracks set on most Mondays.

 *Valley Spur: Groomed Monday. Next scheduled grooming is Friday to preserve snow quality.   Don’t forget the Taste and Glide this week end at Valley Spur. For more information visit the Valley Spur Website at www.valleyspur.org or call 906.387.4918.

 We encourage you to sign up for the trail report and news email, in the upper right hand corner, where it says  Subscribe Today – RSS // Email.  Click on the email tab. With the new website, if you were previously on the subscribe list, you need to re-subscribe.  We apologize for the inconvenience.

 Trail reports are also available by calling 906.221.0222.

 SAVE THE DATES

Noquemanon Trail Network and Superiorland Ski Club

April 23, 2010, SSC Club Awards, Marquette, MI

April, 24, 2010, Bike and Kayak Swap, Marquette, MI

May 15, 2010, Big Bay Relay, Marquette to Big Bay, MI

June 5, 2010, Twin Peaks Trail Run, Marquette, MI                          

July 25, 2010, 12 Hours of Potluck, Marquette, MI

August 14, 2010, Ore to Shore, Ishpeming, Negaunee to Marquette, MI

September 25, 2010, Lake Superior Shore Run, Marquette, MI

THE NTN GROOMING REPORT March 4, 2010 www.noquetrails.org

*Noquemanon: Below is the grooming detail in order of priority.  Your comments are always appreciated. 

As shown below the Noque from Tourist Park all the way to Co Rd 510 was groomed Wednesday and should still be great today. 

 *Blueberry Ridge: Track set Monday.  Next grooming is scheduled for Friday.  Grooming done at Blueberry Ridge is under contract with the DNR and the schedule is controlled accordingly. 

 *Saux Head: Groomed Friday morning.  Saux Head is groomed weekly on Fridays unless there is a large snow fall event.   

 *Fit Strip: Groomed weekly on Mondays

 *Big Bay Pathway: Groomed Saturday. Next scheduled grooming is Friday night. Big Bay, MI, 25 miles north of Marquette. 

 *Al Quaal:  Groomed and tracks set on most Mondays.

 *Valley Spur: Groomed Monday. Next scheduled grooming is Friday to preserve snow quality.   Don’t forget the Taste and Glide this week end at Valley Spur. For more information visit the Valley Spur Website at www.valleyspur.org or call 906.387.4918.

 We encourage you to sign up for the trail report and news email, in the upper right hand corner, where it says  Subscribe Today – RSS // Email.  Click on the email tab. With the new website, if you were previously on the subscribe list, you need to re-subscribe.  We apologize for the inconvenience.

 Trail reports are also available by calling 906.221.0222.

  SAVE THE DATES

Noquemanon Trail Network and Superiorland Ski Club

April 23, 2010, SSC Club Awards, Marquette, MI

April, 24, 2010, Bike and Kayak Swap, Marquette, MI

May 15, 2010, Big Bay Relay, Marquette to Big Bay, MI

June 5, 2010, Twin Peaks Trail Run, Marquette, MI                          

July 25, 2010, 12 Hours of Potluck, Marquette, MI

August 14, 2010, Ore to Shore, Ishpeming, Negaunee to Marquette, MI

September 25, 2010, Lake Superior Shore Run, Marquette, MI

THE NTN GROOMING REPORT March 3, 2010 www.noquetrails.org

 *Noquemanon: Below is the grooming detail in order of priority.  Your comments are always appreciated. 

 As shown below the Noque from Tourist Park all the way to Co Rd 510 was groomed last night and should be spectacular today. 

 *Blueberry Ridge: Track set Monday.  Next grooming is scheduled for Friday.  Grooming done at Blueberry Ridge is under contract with the DNR and the schedule is controlled accordingly. 

 *Saux Head: Groomed Friday morning.  Saux Head is groomed weekly on Fridays unless there is a large snow fall event.   

 *Fit Strip: Groomed weekly on Mondays

 *Big Bay Pathway: Groomed Saturday.  Big Bay, MI, 25 miles north of Marquette. 

 *Al Quaal:  Groomed and tracks set on most Mondays.

 *Valley Spur: The trails are groomed most everyday or as conditions warrant.  Don’t forget the Taste and Glide this week end at Valley Spur. For more information visit the Valley Spur Website at www.valleyspur.org or call 906.387.4918.

 We encourage you to sign up for the trail report and news email, in the upper right hand corner, where it says  Subscribe Today – RSS // Email.  Click on the email tab. With the new website, if you were previously on the subscribe list, you need to re-subscribe.  We apologize for the inconvenience.

 Trail reports are also available by calling 906.221.0222.

 SAVE THE DATES

Noquemanon Trail Network and Superiorland Ski Club

April 23, 2010, SSC Club Awards, Marquette, MI

April, 24, 2010, Bike and Kayak Swap, Marquette, MI

May 15, 2010, Big Bay Relay, Marquette to Big Bay, MI

June 5, 2010, Twin Peaks Trail Run, Marquette, MI                          

July 25, 2010, 12 Hours of Potluck, Marquette, MI

August 14, 2010, Ore to Shore, Ishpeming, Negaunee to Marquette, MI

September 25, 2010, Lake Superior Shore Run, Marquette, MI

THE NTN GROOMING REPORT March 2, 2010 www.noquetrails.org

 *Noquemanon: Below is the grooming detail in order of priority. As always, comments on how we report information is appreciated. 

 Recent snow has been groomed and temperatures have remained below freezing making for excellent conditions.

 *Blueberry Ridge: Groomed and tracked 100% yesterday afternoon. Grooming done at Blueberry Ridge is under contract with the DNR and the schedule is controlled accordingly. 

 *Saux Head: Groomed Friday morning.  Saux Head is groomed weekly unless there is a large snow fall event.   

 *Fit Strip: Groomed and track set last night

 *Big Bay Pathway: Groomed and track set last Saturday morning

 *Al Quaal:  Groomed and tracks set on most Mondays.

 *Valley Spur: The trails are groomed most everyday or as conditions warrant.  For more information visit the Valley Spur Website at www.valleyspur.org or call 906.387.4918.

 We encourage you to sign up for the trail report and news email, in the upper right hand corner, where it says  Subscribe Today – RSS // Email.  Click on the email tab. With the new website, if you were previously on the subscribe list, you need to re-subscribe.  We apologize for the inconvenience.

 Trail reports are also available by calling 906.221.0222.

 SAVE THE DATES

Noquemanon Trail Network and Superiorland Ski Club

April 23, 2010, SSC Club Awards, Marquette, MI

April, 24, 2010, Bike and Kayak Swap, Marquette, MI

May 15, 2010, Big Bay Relay, Marquette to Big Bay, MI

June 5, 2010, Twin Peaks Trail Run, Marquette, MI                          

July 25, 2010, 12 Hours of Potluck, Marquette, MI

August 14, 2010, Ore to Shore, Ishpeming, Negaunee to Marquette, MI

September 25, 2010, Lake Superior Shore Run, Marquette, MI

THE NTN GROOMING REPORT March 1, 2010 www.noquetrails.org

*Noquemanon: Below is the grooming detail in order of priority. As always, comments on how we report information is appreciated. 

Grooming Saturday and this Morning noted below were done with the Bombi.  As such, the significant snow received this past week is firm.  There is about an inch of new snow over night and some drifting in the few open areas along the trail.  Grooming scheduled for this evening. Skiing is excellent. 

 *Blueberry Ridge: Groomed and tracked 100% Sunday with the Bombie. New snow fell last night so there is 2” to 3” on the track and we will groom this evening as a result.  Grooming done at Blueberry Ridge is under contract with the DNR and the schedule is controlled accordingly. 

 *Saux Head: Groomed Friday morning.  Saux Head is groomed weekly unless there is a large snow fall event.   

 *Fit Strip: Not groomed, Grooming has been limited at the Fit Strip due to a shortage of grooming equipment.  Thank you for your patience.

 *Big Bay Pathway: Thank you to Terry Renolds & Larry Truel, from Valley Spur for coming up to Big Bay and prepping the trail for the Honey Bear Classic Ski Race held over the weekend.  Thank you to everyone for making it a great event.  Big Bay, MI, 25 miles north of Marquette. 

 *Al Quaal:  Groomed and tracks set on most Mondays.

 *Valley Spur: The trails are groomed most everyday or as conditions warrant.  For more information visit the Valley Spur Website at www.valleyspur.org or call 906.387.4918.

 We encourage you to sign up for the trail report and news email, in the upper right hand corner, where it says  Subscribe Today – RSS // Email.  Click on the email tab. With the new website, if you were previously on the subscribe list, you need to re-subscribe.  We apologize for the inconvenience.

 Trail reports are also available by calling 906.221.0222.

  SAVE THE DATES

Noquemanon Trail Network and Superiorland Ski Club

April 23, 2010, SSC Club Awards, Marquette, MI

April, 24, 2010, Bike and Kayak Swap, Marquette, MI

May 15, 2010, Big Bay Relay, Marquette to Big Bay, MI

June 5, 2010, Twin Peaks Trail Run, Marquette, MI                          

July 25, 2010, 12 Hours of Potluck, Marquette, MI

August 14, 2010, Ore to Shore, Ishpeming, Negaunee to Marquette, MI

September 25, 2010, Lake Superior Shore Run, Marquette, MI

THE NTN GROOMING REPORT February 28 2010 www.noquetrails.org

 *Noquemanon: Below is the grooming detail in order of priority. As always, comments on how we report information is appreciated. 

 Grooming Friday and Saturday Morning noted below were done with the Bombi.  As such, the significant snow received this past week is firm.  There is about an inch of new snow over night and some drifting in the few open areas along the trail.  Grooming scheduled for this evening. Skiing is excellent. 

 *Blueberry Ridge: Groomed and tracked 100% Thursday night with the Bombie. We will groom Sunday morning or evening depending on when it stops snowing. Grooming scheduled Grooming done at Blueberry Ridge is under contract with the DNR and the schedule is controlled accordingly. 

 *Saux Head: Groomed Friday morning.  Saux Head is groomed weekly unless there is a large snow fall event.   

 *Fit Strip: Not groomed, Grooming has been limited at the Fit Strip due to a shortage of grooming equipment.  Thank you for your patience.

 *Big Bay Pathway: Thank you to Terry Renolds & Larry Truel, from Valley Spur for coming up to Big Bay and prepping the trail for the Honey Bear Classic Ski Race, Saturday, February 27, 2010.  Big Bay, MI, 25 miles north of Marquette.  Trails are still in excellent shape Sunday.    Thank you to all for making the Honey Bear Classic a great event. 

 *Al Quaal:  Groomed and tracks set on most Mondays.

 *Valley Spur: The trails are groomed most everyday or as conditions warrant.  For more information visit the Valley Spur Website at www.valleyspur.org or call 906.387.4918.

 We encourage you to sign up for the trail report and news email, in the upper right hand corner, where it says  Subscribe Today – RSS // Email.  Click on the email tab. With the new website, if you were previously on the subscribe list, you need to re-subscribe.  We apologize for the inconvenience.

 Trail reports are also available by calling 906.221.0222.

 SAVE THE DATES

Noquemanon Trail Network and Superiorland Ski Club

April 23, 2010, SSC Club Awards, Marquette, MI

April, 24, 2010, Bike and Kayak Swap, Marquette, MI

May 15, 2010, Big Bay Relay, Marquette to Big Bay, MI

June 5, 2010, Twin Peaks Trail Run, Marquette, MI                          

July 25, 2010, 12 Hours of Potluck, Marquette, MI

August 14, 2010, Ore to Shore, Ishpeming, Negaunee to Marquette, MI

September 25, 2010, Lake Superior Shore Run, Marquette, MI

THE NTN GROOMING REPORT February 27 2010 www.noquetrails.org

 Good Luck to all skiing the Birkie, for those staying in town what about the Honey Bear classic, nice scenic family ski, great destination for the weekend. 

 *Noquemanon: Below is the grooming detail in order of priority. As always, comments on how we report information is appreciated. 

 Grooming yesterday and this morning noted below were done with the Bombi.  As such, the significant snow received this past week is firm.  As of this morning is was still blowing so skiers will experience some drifting in the few open areas along the trail.  Skiing is excellent. 

 *Blueberry Ridge: Groomed and tracked 100% Thursday night with the Bombie. Grooming done at Blueberry Ridge is under contract with the DNR and the schedule is controlled accordingly. 

 *Saux Head: Groomed Friday morning.  Saux Head is groomed weekly unless there is a large snow fall event.   

 *Fit Strip: Not groomed, Grooming has been limited at the Fit Strip due to a shortage of grooming equipment.  Thank you for your patience.

 *Big Bay Pathway: Thank you to Terry Renolds & Larry Truel, from Valley Spur for coming up to Big Bay and prepping the trail for the Honey Bear Classic Ski Race, today!! Saturday, February 27, 2010.  Big Bay, MI, 25 miles north of Marquette.  15K and 30K Races over beautifully “groomed wilderness” Registration: 10:00 am – 11:30 am at the Thunder Bay Inn. Race starts at NOON    Awards, refreshments and bluegrass at 2:00 pm. Entry fee: $25, meal tickets $5, For more information, call NTN at 235-6861

 *Al Quaal:  Groomed and tracks set on most Mondays.

 *Valley Spur: The trails are groomed most everyday or as conditions warrant.  For more information visit the Valley Spur Website at www.valleyspur.org or call 906.387.4918.

 We encourage you to sign up for the trail report and news email, in the upper right hand corner, where it says  Subscribe Today – RSS // Email.  Click on the email tab. With the new website, if you were previously on the subscribe list, you need to re-subscribe.  We apologize for the inconvenience.

 Trail reports are also available by calling 906.221.0222.

 SAVE THE DATES

Noquemanon Trail Network and Superiorland Ski Club

February 27, 2010, Honey Bear Classic, Big Bay, MI

April 23, 2010, SSC Club Awards, Marquette, MI

April, 24, 2010, Bike and Kayak Swap, Marquette, MI

May 15, 2010, Big Bay Relay, Marquette to Big Bay, MI

June 5, 2010, Twin Peaks Trail Run, Marquette, MI                          

July 25, 2010, 12 Hours of Potluck, Marquette, MI

August 14, 2010, Ore to Shore, Ishpeming, Negaunee to Marquette, MI

September 25, 2010, Lake Superior Shore Run, Marquette, MI