Classic skied the west side trail today with the dogs. Great kick due to the cold temperatures. Both the classic tracks and the skate deck were in great shape. The trail is currently well groomed and in great shape for both techniques.

(Chris Bixler)

Skied the west trails, Excelsior Road this morning. Trail was freshly groomed and beautiful. I skied classic, tracks which were well groomed, were a little soft and slow due to fresh snow but overall was wonderful. Skate deck was in great shape. 19 degrees, no wind, fresh snow, if this doesn't feed your soul then time to move to Phoenix.

(Chris Bixler)

Skated the west trail side. Only Excelsior road groomed currently on the west side. Trail was well groomed and woods were beautiful. Classic tract looked to be in good condition.

(Chris Bixler)

Firm base with dry powder makes for nice skiing. There are some pine cones and twigs, but nothing you wouldn't expect deep in the woods. Thank you to all the volunteers and groomers who continue to clear trees and revive trail from the storm. The progress is a testament to the love of skiing and The Blue Hills.

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(Amanda Wieckowicz)

Trails were in great condition today. The crew has done a great job clearing trees down from recent heavy snow storms and the trails groomed are terrific. I looped the trails open on the east side two times and got in 11 miles. Definitely worth the drive to this terrific trail system.

(Jeff Kirschling)

As you may have heard, the Blue Hills Trails suffered a tremendous amount of tree damage from the December ice and snow storm. Volunteers and workers have worked a miracle to get the core trail clear and groomed. Skiing Sunday was fantastic on firm, groomed corduroy. Probably about 50%+ of the trails open on the east side only but great fun. Skated but noticed a nice track has been set.

(Steven Poethke)