Monthly Archives: January 2016

It’s 4 degrees out at Ellenwood today – and it’s a beautiful place to be.  That having been said, the ski conditions aren’t the best. There’s crusty snow and wet ice which means it’s skiable for veterans , but definitely … Continue reading →

Stephen has been out grooming the trails this morning and was surprised to find less snow on the ground at Ellenwood than he expected.  The areas outside the cabin and around the campsite loop are only thinly covered. He is … Continue reading →

Today is Australia Day and the folks down under are experiencing rain, humidity and 25 degree temperatures. Whew!  I bet that more than one of our Aussie friends are wishing they could be here at Ellenwood enjoying the great track … Continue reading →

It was wonderful to see so many first-time skiers out at Ellenwood yesterday and to be able to offer such great track conditions for their inaugural runs! Today promises to be every bit as fun – so it may be … Continue reading →

Thank you to Stephen who has been out grooming the trails and setting ski tracks for all of our cross-country ski enthusiasts.  Hey!  Maybe you’re one of them and you don’t even know it yet!  The conditions are prime at Ellenwood … Continue reading →

“Oh, the weather outside is frightful – So the skiing is delightful!”  Every new layer of powder on ground just makes the ski conditions better and better!  It’s worth the trip out to Ellenwood, trust me.  We love saying “Hello” … Continue reading →

Wintertime… and the skiin’ is easy… Our friends at the Park say that the track conditions are good to go today!  Drop by the cabin between noon and 4:00 this afternoon and say, “Hi!”  Borrow some skis or just walk through … Continue reading →

Ski season has arrived and folks are already out there enjoying the trails. The Friends of Ellenwood have purchased brand new Nordic Style skis and boots to add to last year’s 3 pin models and now can offer 30 pairs … Continue reading →