Skied 1/2 of east loop, 3" new snow on firm base. Parking lot cleared. Set culvert and backfilled ditch at S/E loop.

(Robert Coulombe)

Eastern loop is fully packed with snowmobile, not tracked. Skied and cleared all over hanging trees from trail. A good ski despite trail not tracked.

(Robert Coulombe)

Penokee received around 8" of new snow yesterday. We were able to clear and pack the 3k loop. Conditions are still not good for skiing, as we were not able to pull the groomer yet. The trail would be great for snowshoeing this weekend!

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(Christopher Geidel)

We started working at Penokee this week to clear trees and brush from the December storm. The 3 Km and 5 Km loops are cleared and packed. We did not set tracks yet. There are a couple places where springs have melted the snow, and it's hasn't froze yet. Penokee is open to snowshoeing, skiing, and dogs are allowed on the trail.

(Katie LeMoine)

Drove by hoping these been tracked. No Dice. Great for backcounty skiing today.

(Rick Vatsaas)

Penokee has received several feet of snow. We won't be able to clear or groom the trail until after the New Year. There are trees and brush to clear.

(Katie LeMoine)