Firm and fast trails today. Lots of skiers out on the trails. Great ski with California Boy and friends.

(Jonah Gilbert)

Had a family ski this afternoon! Saw several others out enjoying the sunshine and snow! Trails were rolled yesterday and YTS packed today - Thanks to head groomer Gary! As said in other reports, trails are in very good shape - good coverage on almost all the trail. There are a couple hills that are windblown and have some wood chips showing through - but should not cause any damage to skis. Little better coverage on the two asphalt trail crossings - just use caution until we get some additional snow.

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(Chris Torvi)

Beautiful conditions and coverage this morning. 99% of the trail is good enough for race skis, only said B skis because of one avoidable downhill. All the trails in the woods past the pillars are perfect. Too thin for classic tracks, big thanks to Gary who was out showing his true dedication grooming on Christmas morning!

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(Tyler Gilbert)

Arrived late afternoon to find the trails had been packed. Deck was fairly firm and level. Most of the trail is in very good condition, with one downhill that has a fair amount of woodchips exposed, and a thin coat of snow on the two asphalt crossings. Nice to be out of the wind! No tracks set and skate would be ideal, but choose to classic with the single digit temps.

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(Bruce Adelsman)

With last skiable snow on April 12th, the offseason at IHS trails was a mere 191 days! Seconding Keith's comments that the trails were surprisingly skiable. I slapped a little liquid fluor on my skis before heading out and had few clumping problems. Definitely don't let the skis sit still long. With around freezing temps overnight, I'm doubtful the skied-in track will be iced up in the morning but may be worth a shot.

(Karl Holub)

Skied with fishscales at 5pm. Surprisingly good. If I'd had my optigrips with I would have used them. Good coverage. 2nd and 3rd laps a lot more fun once I had some tracks. Could be really nice in the morning if the temperature drops a bit. The trail has been mowed all summer, so there is good coverage everywhere. Watch out for squirrels...I actually ran over a squirrel that was digging in the snow. I looked down and saw him as I skied right over him (her?). Don't worry, he ran off and was OK. Note: The lights haven't been installed yet for the winter.

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(Keith Gilbert)