Major trails are largely clear, thanks to DNR and volunteer efforts, but some secondary trails remain blocked by storm debris. Trail clearing is crucial for local economies, as trail users contribute ...

NORTHERN MICHIGAN,. (WPBN/WGTU) - - The Michigan Department of Natural Resources reports six fatalities involving snowmobiles during the 2025-2026 season.Munso ...

Dec. 29—CO Troy Fondie (Orr) reports lake conditions changed rapidly with above-freezing temperatures and more rain. Large bare patches of ice were noted on local lakes due to snow melt. Snowmobile ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Jan. 12—CO Troy Fondie (Orr) reports multiple days of above-freezing temps resulted in loss of snow cover and trail conditions ...

Snowmobile crashes often result from speed, inexperience, and alcohol. Sgt. Earl Manuel offers safety advice for riders.

CO Tom Hutchins (Crookston) reports attending a snowmobile safety class in Crookston. Time was also spent checking ice anglers and snowmobile and ATV operators. Various angling and registration ...

CO Troy Fondie (Orr) reports snowfall remains minimal and there’s no snowmobile activity. Area lakes continue to be checked as some angling has started. Weekend temperatures of 15 or more below zero ...

Michigan's Department of Natural Resources allows permit-free snowmobiling this weekend, Jan. 10-11. What to know.

MANISTEE, MI – Vroom! Vroom! Snow is on the ground, and the Michigan snowmobiling season is underway. This Up North destination offers more than 450 miles of trails. Manistee County is at the center ...

On Feb. 26, 2018, Mark Goss was driving a snowmobile when he crashed with DNR Ranger Roy Pederson. After several appeals, ...

CO Troy Fondie (Orr) reports multiple days of above-freezing temps resulted in loss of snow cover and trail conditions remain poor with little snowmobile activity. Fishing success was poor. CO Sean ...