Wow, took a drive today and I see that groomer has been out packing the trails here locally. I don’t have a memory of groomer action ever happening this early in the last 25 years. V2, Coldfinger, PLC. What is the earliest date?   I know around 2007 or 2008, we had an early season and I believe the groomer was out in the second week of December.   Back around 2000, same deal, around the second week.

i think that is something we all can and should be able to live with for this year. To your point- if it takes away the concern of a deficit - then that is great news in and of itself - move forward with this year as planned   Beyond that, get planning on next year and beyond, understanding the $ needed - with full trail system restored! - and how to sustain that moving forward.   

I talked to my friend today and no way closed trails in our area, are going in now. Land use agreements aren't in place, too much snow for stakes too etc. wishful thinking. Most clubs will go with planned trails and at least deficit is gone. Looking good for next winter. We already have 16" of snow in south, should be open soon 

Not sure if there are strings attached to this funding or not. I suppose that will eventually come to light. 

AMEN