The RFC exceeded the low expectations I had given the void of snow and cold temps we've had so far this January. Skaters will find the best conditions to be the loops adjacent to the biathlon range. The Birches along the road, and PERS Loop are icy, rutted and with woods debris. The groomers were actively working to improve things. There are no tracks. Carpe Skiem!

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(Bob Warpinski)

Skated the Lite Loop and Main streets in 40 degree temps under an overcast sky. Better coverage than I expected with the amount of wind debris. Observed 1/4 depth tracks tracks throughout. Carpe Skiem!

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(Bob Warpinski)

Skating trails have been compacted by prior use. The debris is moderate and variable, especially under the pines. Adjacent classic tracks looked good. The skate deck was fair to good.

(Jules Blank)

Skating trails not groomed since yesterday. Trails have been packed and polished by previous skiers. Moderate debris on the ski deck. Only use good skis with caution. Classic skiers reported that tracks are good or very good on oaks, birches, Maples.

(Jules Blank)

Maples, birches, biathlon loop and lighted loop had fresh grooming on the skate deck. Classic tracks were set, but shallow. Rock skis are recommended but good skis may be used with caution. Moderate amount of debris.

(Jules Blank)

Skated Birches, Maples (without Per's Loop), and Pines this afternoon. The trails are holding up as best as can be expected, especially considering the recent wind. Given that it hasn't been regroomed in a couple of days, conditions are best where other skiiers have been going/middle of the trail, with deeper and softer snow at the edges. Lots of needles and some cones, as well as a few sticks the further North or deeper in the woods you ski. Recommend rock or B skis. All in all, though, great to have some decent routes and a sufficient base still in December!

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(Pieter DeHart)

Great snow cover and packed base. Plenty of debris down with all the wind so probably leave your good skis at home but definitely worth the visit.

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(Jake Keehan)

Packed firm after the recent snow. Corduroy surface visible many places. Tracks have been set but drifted over in some spots. Lots of debris on the trail, especially on the birches out by the rifle range. I was expecting less wind in the woods but there wasn't too much drifting on the trail. The lights came on at sunset.

(Steve Peplinski)

Skating technique done on maples, birches, biathlon loop, and lighted trail. Grooming is good with occasional debris. The trail is wider than last year. Snow cover is adequate. Pole plants were solid. No visible classic tracks. Worthwhile visit today.

(Jules Blank)

Trails are ungroomed and remain closed. There is a 2-3" crusty, iced-up base layer under a fresh 1-2" of light powder. Looking forward to the next snowfall. Carpe Skiem!

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(Bob Warpinski)