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Saint Mary's University
Winona, MN
13.1k
Skating/Classic
Yes
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Some of the best trails in southern Minnesota. Tucked in the valley behind the school, the trails run around the northern slopes of the valley making them quite challenging and also well protected from the sun. Some lighted sections, and snowmaking operations.
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2021-2022 season
Reports 1 to 10 of 22    Month: Feb | Jan | Dec
Sunday, February 27, 2022
Morning
Grooming 
[ Trails Open: All, B skis ]
Skate deck is freshly groomed and in great condition! We are unable to set a good classic track at this time due to equipment malfunction.
(Garrick Holey)
Friday, February 25, 2022
Afternoon
Firsthand: Classic 
[ Trails Open: All, B skis ]
Two inches of fresh snow, and it has been groomed with new corduroy, though no set tracks. It will probably firm up overnight. We skied up through the orchard to the top of the hill, then to Spaghetti Junction before taking the upper trail around the back. It was a great time. Forgot to stop and take pictures.
(Jennifer Sanborn)
Tuesday, February 22, 2022
Afternoon
Grooming 
[ Trails Open: All, B skis ]
We received about 2 inches of new snow. All trails groomed for skating. There was not enough snow depth to reset the classic track. Use caution due to ice below the surface snow. There are some thin spots, so B skis recommended.
(Eric Christensen)
Saturday, February 19, 2022
Morning
Grooming 
[ Trails Open: All, B skis ]
We groomed most trail segments this morning in preparation for the SMU Ski club 10K race. Strong winds caused significant tree debris all over the trails. Classic tracks are good but have leaves and sticks. We cleaned the trail as best we could. Dirt is showing in some areas but can be avoided. The skate deck is very hard but we went over it 4 times to soften it up. Ski with caution.
(Bruce Johnson)
Monday, February 14, 2022
Morning
Grooming 
[ Trails Open: All, B skis ]
Groomed all the trails this morning after 1/2" of snow. Skate lane is very good. Reset the classic track and considering our snow depth is good to very good.
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(Steve Horeck)
Saturday, February 12, 2022
Afternoon
Firsthand: Classic 
[ Trails Open: All, B skis ]
Classic trails were super icy as noted by groomer, few spots had a thin layer of snow. Wax wore off very quickly which made it tough going, especially with lack of snow in the majority of the classic tracks. Mostly double poled as I went around the 5k loop!
(Seth Polfus)
Saturday, February 12, 2022
Morning
Grooming 
[ Trails Open: All, B skis ]
Trails were groomed for skating this morning. The skate track is hard and fast. There should be enough loose snow for control, but use caution on downhills as the track is extremely icy underneath. We were not able to reset the classic track, as conditions are just too icy. The classic track is in fair condition, some areas with a dusting of new snow, other areas very icy. Again, use caution on hills. B skis recommended.
(Eric Christensen)
Thursday, February 10, 2022
Morning
Grooming 
[ Trails Open: All, B skis ]
The skate track on all trails was groomed this morning, except Rattlesnake due to thinning coverage on the more exposed areas of this trail. The skate track groomed up very nicely. It is firm and fast, but with enough loose snow on top for control. We did not reset the classic track, but it is intact and pretty good in most areas...hard and fast. There are several scattered thin spots on all trails, so B skis are recommended. We are hoping snow for tonight, enough for a complete grooming of both skate and classic tracks on Friday morning.
(Eric Christensen)
Friday, February 4, 2022
Morning
Grooming 
[ Trails Open: All, B skis ]
Trails are still snow covered. Some dirt spots showing up. We're still able to scratch up for good skating. Classic tracks are fair to good. With some debris Groomed the main mid-level trail and the river trail today.
(Steve Horeck)
Thursday, January 27, 2022
Morning
Grooming 
[ Trails Open: All, Good skis ]
Excellent conditions on all trails. 100% groomed. Classic tracks reset and skate deck lightly groomed. Temp is rising and snow has softened to create great snow conditions. Enjoy.
(Bruce Johnson)

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