A Big Thanks to all who came out to enjoy a lovely day during last week's Taste of Trails event! Nature cooperated and brought us 2-3" storms just prior to the event, so it actually looked like winter at Pahaska, even if only for a while. More weather moved in this last week, but alas, it brought some rain, followed by balmy temps. 

The groomers went up yesterday and did what they could to prolong the condition of the trails, and they had some success. How long it will last is the bigger question. 

The highway is still in great shape! Its skis well all the way to the Yellowstone Entrance. No sign of park grooming yesterday, but folks have been skiing in and report back that the snowmobile side of the road is fine skiing.

Outlaw is hanging in there- The top 90% is great, with one narrow spot just down from the top hill. Skate and track lanes al the way to the creek bottom, then intermittent from there. We groomed an access point just past the first guardrail on the highway, where you can climb out of the Middle fork and finish down the highway.

Moose Flats, Crow Creek- Conditions are overall decent. Some trails do not have classic track. We moved snow into thin spots where we could. Be on the lookout for trail hazards. Sunny, south facing slopes are always the first to go, so check them out before you bomb them!

Barn Road is good, until you get to the bend into Race Park. Its connected, but mostly melted out, so be careful. 

Race Park- The middle trails have classic track and skate lanes. These trails will be the first to go, so get the early!

South of the River- Much of these trails are actually in fine shape. the challenge is getting there. Its best to walk down the hill, across the bridge and up into the trees on the far side. The Haul Road, Penny's and Outlaw are good. Becker's is iffy but doable. We did not venture past Sleeping Giant.

The next 5 days look like beach weather, despite some small snow totals thrown in, which could come as rain. We are trying to keep it going as long as we can, and will update as needed. the best skiing is early in the day, before noon! After that, its gets challenging, with patches of soft, grabby snow, which helps you practice your nose dives!

Its probably not a bad idea to start carrying bear spray. It would normally be a bit early, but this year has been so warm, we all have some seasonal confusion...

Keep your tips up!