Wow, temp was in the mid twenties. About 2 inches of new snow. Trails had been groomed in the morning. We were amazed at the quality after just that little of gained snow. We skied 16 K total, covering sections on the Bearskin Lodge side and the Golden Eagle side. Some of the areas had been tilled, making the depths of the tracks deeper.....and faster. Saw some skaters flying out from Bearskin Lodge as we were finishing our ski. My wax was Rode Super Blue (thanks Burt). My skiing pal always skis on her woodies.

(Kim Carlsted-Gillis)

I have never skied at the Bearskin Lodge trails. I had heard wonder things and was glad I finally had the opportunity to experience skiing their wonderful trail system. The trail conditions were good to excellent. Most of the trails I skied were groomed to perfection. If you have not skied the Gunflint Trail System I recommend you give it a try. Totally awesome scenic views & overlooks and varied terrain. I will be skiing there again today.

(Lisa Boulay)

Great skate skiing at Bearskin today. I was right behind the groomer in spots, and he turned a hard pack trail into a skating dream. Used my B skis because of some debris on the trail, but could have used good skis, as the snow depth is still very good. Survived the warm weather in fine fashion, and skiing is great!

(Timothy Lederle)

18" of snow on the ground next to ski trail. Magnificent Nordic Skiing day at Central Gunflint Trail again. Temps high twenties to thirty two. Skied Ridge Run, among the towering white pines and beautiful vistas with perfect snow (and lots of it) blue clear sky's and sunshine! Also skied Red Pine, and many others. It was sooo great we skied all day! If you love to ski and you love great snow and grooming come on up! You will be glad you did.

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(Robert W Nicholson III)

Temp was 34 when I arrived at Bearskin Lodge around noon. The trails were in very good shape. It was nice and sunny. Had Start Racing Special.....36 - 27 F. Not "special" enough for me, or I didn't have enough on. Gobbed some Ski-Go HF, 41 to 30F. Had wonderful skiing then with no slipping. Enjoyed the Summer Home Road (saw lots of moose tracks), Ridge Run, and Lower Ridge Run, some Beaver Dam, Moose Pasture (that's Tree Heaven to me), and just one loop on the Campground trail, as usual so well set, and you can ski out on the lake from there. Sure wish my old dad would come north to ski!

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(Kim Carlsted-Gillis)

Wonderful afternoon skiing on Gunflint Trail. The snow is deep, base perfect for the skate deck. The new snow on top was perfect corduroy from expert grooming. The snow covered pines surrounding us magnificent to be skiing among. What a great pleasure. Skied Old Logging Camp trail, Moose Ridge, Deer Mouse, and Red Pine. Saw a large moose near the trail. Bring your A skis and leave your B skis and Rock skis at home. This is snow country. If you love to ski, you need to be here.

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(Robert W Nicholson III)

Trails on the central Gunflint trail system are awesome A+ condition. Classic tracks and skate deck all groomed within the last day. Pure heaven!

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(Matt Sargent)

Excellent conditions on the trails by Bearskin. A perfect afternoon for skiing. Skate deck was a little soft, but classic tracks were in great shape. So much snow!

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(Thomas Gahr)

Skiing on 2" on beautiful light brand new snow, just fallen this mid-morning, on top of a beautifully groomed perfect base! Wow! It doesn't get any better - if you love to ski. Skate skied, but the classic track was deep and true, jumped in on a few downhills for a taste. It was good! Skied on Summer home, Beaver dam, Moose pasture, and a few others. Just a normal day on trails by Bearskin.

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(Robert W Nicholson III)

Great snow! Skied from Bearskin Lodge this afternoon, did about 12k starting at 3 pm. Not many folks skiing when I was out. Most trails I was on were in very good shape. I'm not sure if all the trails are now open, forgot to check. Some fresh snow in tracks on less used trails. Temp was 14. Easy waxing. Great way to start the new year. Wish my dad had been with!

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(Kim Carlsted-Gillis)