Groomed and set track this afternoon after getting several inches of snow yesterday. Overall conditions are good except for the areas that were logged last spring. The trail is more exposed to wind and sunshine now in those areas so the base is still thin there with grass, leaves and stubble showing through. That's why I gave it a B skis rating. The rest of the trail you could use your best skis. Hopefully the snow will firm up overnight because it was somewhat soft when I finished grooming.

(Paul Klinger)

Longing to be on a trail with natural snow, I left the skate skis at home and strapped on a pair of old classics for the first time in more than a decade. Rock ski conditions to be sure, but the outing did not disappoint, offering just enough decent stretches to get a little glide and find a bit of joy. Thank you to the groomer. Let's hope for some February snowfall and the chance to get out and stride again....

(Ernie Ogot)

Groomed and set track at Hiram ski trail this afternoon after getting around 6" of new snow. Recommend using rock skis since there are numerous areas where the track setter was getting into the grass, leaves and dirt. The groomer was wanting to slip sideways at times so the track has some kinks in it. The parking lot has not been plowed yet.

(Paul Klinger)

Gave Hiram ski trail it's first grooming of the season today. Had just enough snow from the storm yesterday to pack it this morning but not enough base to set a track. Track setter was getting into the leaves and grass when I tried it so I stopped. Will have to wait for more snow before setting a track. There is a lot of stubble and weeds sticking through the snow plus the occasional rock so use your rock skis. Rough conditions right now but it's very skiable if you don't mind skiing without a track.

(Paul Klinger)