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Granger, IA
15K
Skating/Classic
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515-323-5338
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Depending on snow conditions, trails vary from 5-15 kilometers of skiing from the Nature Center across the golf course to the campgrounds. Golf course is flat to rolling if groomed. Campgrounds is flat to rolling to hilly with multiple loops created that are skiable in both directions.
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2022-2023 season
Reports 1 to 8 of 8    Month: Feb | Jan | Dec
Saturday, February 4, 2023
Morning
Firsthand: Both 
[ Trails Open: All, B skis ]
Groomed Friday. Conditions went downhill fast with the temperatures rising. Went from icy to fast to soft by noon.
(Marc Hollander)
Saturday, January 28, 2023
Morning
Firsthand: Freestyle 
[ Trails Open: All, Good skis ]
Scott just groomed the new 2-3" of snowfall on the entire golf course and woods. Everything is open, soft, and skiable. Golf course is wind blown and woods/campground area are good skiing. Get out there today to pack it in. Grooming planned by Chris or Kevin tonight.
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(Marc Hollander)
Thursday, January 26, 2023
Afternoon
Firsthand: Freestyle 
[ Trails Open: All, Good skis ]
Jester Park Nature Center continues to be a fast skate. Golf course loops from the driving range is in pretty good shape. The north loops by the clubhouse are hard and slick. Keep up that snow dance to get some new snow and coverage back in the woods and campground which wasn't good Tuesday.
(Marc Hollander)
Tuesday, January 24, 2023
Night
Firsthand: Freestyle 
[ Trails Open: All, Good skis ]
The golf course and new loops set by Chris are a blast and in great condition. The snow is packed and fast and was getting better after dusk. The campground and woods loops aren't as good - with debris and exposed trail.
(Marc Hollander)
Sunday, January 22, 2023
Evening
Secondhand 
[ Trails Open: All ]
Chris groomed Jester this evening. With the additional 1.5" received Saturday night I predict a decent result. Start the week off right with a Monday ski! Check out the additional loops on the golf course- they are rolling and fun.
(Marc Hollander)
Friday, January 20, 2023
Afternoon
Grooming 
[ Trails Open: Partial, Rock skis ]
Jester was groomed today. The original 5" melted down to 3" because the ground is warm. The wooded trails have less coverage than the open trails. Hopefully it sets up tonight for decent skiing tomorrow. Be careful on the gravel campground road trails. They look good but the base isnt very deep. The golf course is the best bet.
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(Marc Hollander)
Thursday, January 19, 2023
Morning
Secondhand 
[ Trails Open: Partial ]
Jester Park got over six inches of snow and drifting in some areas. Initial report was that the snow was too heavy and wet to groom, so waiting for snow to set up before setting skate tracks. Okay to classic on course off greens or tee boxes.
(Marc Hollander)
Monday, December 26, 2022
Afternoon
Grooming 
[ Trails Open: Partial, B skis ]
Trails groomed today and good shape for skating. 5-6" of snow compacted. Did not groom gravel road areas. Please kick sticks off for future snows and grooming.
(Marc Hollander)