delayed trail openings in the cnnf

Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest motorized trail re-openings delayed until May 25, 2023 due to weather-related safety concerns

The massive amounts of late season snow in Northern Wisconsin has led the National Forest Service to delay trail openings until May 25, 2023 "Our record snowpack that made snowmobile trails so enjoyable this winter is slow to melt Trails need time to dry and our staff and volunteer partners need time to clear trails from winter blowdown It’s important to stay off the trails through the end of the closure to avoid significant damage that is costly to repair,” said USDA Forest Service Recreation Program Manager Karen Katz.

"The Motor Vehicle Use Map (MVUM) establishes an annual seasonal closure to account for the spring thaw. However, year-to-year dates vary based on conditions and this closure order extends the restrictions on motorized use until May 25, 2023 Using a bicycle, horse, or other pack or saddle animal on National Forest Trails is also prohibited until May 25, 2023," according to a press release on 4/26.

While this closure covers motorized trails, (atv, utv and off-highway motorcycle) it would be wise to use caution and wait to venture out on the forest roads, as well

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