The ANC now has 1.6 K of groomed trails for both skate and classic. Very good conditions today thru 11 am under a sunny sky in 38 degrees. Note: The additional 0.6 K loop can easily connect to another 0.3 K loop on the main trail that would be ideal for beginner skiers of both techniques. Carpe Skiem!

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(Bob Warpinski)

The 1K loop continues to offer excellent conditions for striders and skaters alike (3/4 depth tracks, firm and level deck). Aggressive snow making and trail shaping taking place on adjacent segments. Lots of happy skiers taking advantage of this early Christmas present courtesy of The ANC!

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(Bob Warpinski)

Other than an unforgiving wind, the classic ski conditions at Arien's were excellent, especially given the recent rain/thaw/freeze. I'm amazed at what this staff can do with poor weather conditions. Thanks!

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(Nathan Van Zeeland)

Unbelievable beautiful corduroy. Sunday 5" mashed potatoes, Monday perfect skate deck. Thank you Sean Becker.

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(Lynne Dzuba)

Continued excellent conditions at The ANC while eight snow guns were blazing.... great for both skate and classic alike. Carpe Skiem!

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(Bob Warpinski)

Put in two hours skating at the Nordic center. Well worth it, even with only 1k course for now. Looks to be a foot of base. The 1k loop is all you need to brush up on all technique variations with two good climbs with turns and downhill to get comfortable with.

(Jim Linstedt)

Perfect tracks. Perfect deck. Strided the 1K loop under a bright blue sky in 29 degrees with strong winds that both punished and rewarded the skier. Carpe Skiem!

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(Bob Warpinski)

Excellent skiing this morning at the ANC! Freshly groomed earlier in the day, 3/4 depth tracks alongside a flat and firm skate deck throughout the 1K loop. Ten snow cannons blazing away made it look and feel like winter! Carpe Skiem!

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(Bob Warpinski)

Boilerplate conditions this afternoon, but a good inch or so of corn snow on top made it safe on the downhills and uphills weren't too bad either. Even though the wind was cold, I think it helped to keep the melting down. Skated, so I didn't use tracks, but saw a couple classic skiers out who seemed to be doing well.

(Mark Ehlers)

Those of us who braved the elements (36 degrees at 9 am under a crisp blue sky with light winds) were rewarded with fresh tracks and a beautiful skate deck. Terrific skiing for both striders and skaters alike. Note: The ANC plans to close on Friday and Saturday to wait out the warm up. Carpe Skiem!

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(Bob Warpinski)