Snowmobiling

Following two winters of poor snow conditions and few if any days with snowmobile trails open, both Oneida and Vilas counties are making some changes to when clubs can open their sections.

The county forestry and parks department says trail conditions vary widely throughout the county with early season riding conditions as the clubs and department work to get all trails in safe, rideable condition.

Vilas County trails also closed as of Tuesday morning, but for now they are calling it a temporary closure

Caution urged as riders return to the trails

At this time, they’re hoping the closure will be temporary

Al Murray, the Langlade County Forest, Parks, and Recreation Administrator, says the Snowmobile Council chose to hold off opening until this week to get a more frozen trail base following the Saturday snow

It's better late than never for snowmobile enthusiasts as multiple Northwoods counties are planning to open up trails for riders

The Vilas County Sheriff’s Office says it happened just after 7:00 p.m. Saturday on the shoreline of Star Lake near Rearing Pond road

The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources wants people to watch out for dangerous conditions when riding recreational vehicles like ATV’s or snowmobiles

Winter conditions across Michigan are fickle and The Michigan Department of Natural Resources is urging everyone to prioritize safety while enjoying the season's cold-weather adventures