Togwotee/ Brookes/ Lava mtn. General discussion

[polarisrider1]

looks like something we need.

[lookin4snow]

Agree. There certainly are enough of us that frequent this board that ride there. TML appears to be a "major" sponsor of this site as well.

[longtrack]

I was in Moran Jct Wednesday Morning ( just west of Lusk) it was -32 on my Truck Dash. Hope it warms up a little before I return in Feb. Ten Sleep was -35 Thursday, coldest in the Nation.

[RMKrick]

I herd the next 11 out of 15 it will be snowing like he_ _ in Island Park.

[techsledder]

Looks might good today at TML! I hear on the other sites too that this isn't even a good representation of the area's true snow fall.

[tim_h]

have a group of 11 heading out in 2 1/2 weeks and getting nervous. havent seen any reports lately...

[polarisrider1]

have a group of 11 heading out in 2 1/2 weeks and getting nervous. havent seen any reports lately...

don't worry they are in full swing.

[radrick]

I'm in for it! I may be headed out there with Moms in march, it would be nice to fine out more info in that area.

[RevKev]

Heading to Lava First Week in March with the Gang from Moms Motorsports

[polarisrider1]

I'm in for it! I may be headed out there with Moms in march, it would be nice to fine out more info in that area.

Info? what do you need. send me an email.

[dekx]

Heading out to Togwotee for my first time Monday.
Can anyone give me an update on snow conditions?
Also, besides number on website, does anyone have a number to hotel? Everytime I call, I get ARAMARK and not the hotel!
I am super excited and hopefully all the info I got from people on this website is correct and I have a blast!!!

[jmom800x]

Heading out to Togwotee for my first time Monday.
Can anyone give me an update on snow conditions?
Also, besides number on website, does anyone have a number to hotel? Everytime I call, I get ARAMARK and not the hotel!
I am super excited and hopefully all the info I got from people on this website is correct and I have a blast!!!

try 307 543 0414, thats the lodge.

Check out MomsMotorSports.Com, Trips out west. Providing transportation and package discounts through TML and Lava Mt. Join up and ride in the extended sleeper semi. We head to Togwotee Pass annually each season in December and March. Join up in March this season. log on to momsmotorsports.com for more information.

[dekx]

Ok, thanks on number...i will keep the other info in mind

[dekx]

Still wondering on snow conditions

[polarisrider1]

Still wondering on snow conditions

Try Snowest.com or call Tog. front desk. They have more snow than you think you can deal with. Have fun, get stuck often!

[dekx]

Try Snowest.com or call Tog. front desk. They have more snow than you think you can deal with. Have fun, get stuck often!

Thanks buddy, im sure I will be like a kid in a candy store once I get out there! Ill try to post some pics!

[techsledder]

Anyone that's been to Togwotee Mountain Lodge know if they sell the WY non-res trail passes and how much they are?

[blutooth]

Anyone that's been to Togwotee Mountain Lodge know if they sell the WY non-res trail passes and how much they are?


Looks like Tog sell passes...

http://wyotrails.state.wy.us/Snow/Permits/index.asp

I think it was $30 for a non-resident pass...

Just talked to a local. Tog is still very light on snow compared to a normal season, but they have plenty to ride. The a-arm watch is low right now :)

Blutooth

[timmer72]

Plenty of snow at tog right now.. very light traffic too! 15-25 inches thru Saturday.

[dekx]

Awsome, I can't wait!

[RevKev]

Togwotee Lodge sells permits, cost is $25 for non-resident, purshase them in the gift shop.

[polarisrider1]

Togwotee Lodge sells permits, cost is $25 for non-resident

Hey Kev, looks like we are not going to ride together this yr. I have a pic of you pulling Matt B. out with the snobunje the time we stayed at Lava Mtn. in my profile pics. Hope all is going well.

[RevKev]

Going well here Wayne, Yea I was looking through your pics. I will be out With Rick in March to Lava. Maybe we can ride together next season.

[lookin4snow]

Be careful in the Togwotee area right now. The snow is a lot less than it normally is. Expect to run over a lot of willows. We rode there 2/7-11 and had good riding once we got hooked up with our guide. Before that, we totaled a sled due to land mines just beneath the snow. Other lesser damage to other sleds. There is powder to be found, but you need to look. Here is a pic of if you look hard you will be rewarded. Also, the avalanche hazard is real! We saw numerous runouts that go right to the ground. One significant one occurred on 2/7 and another on 2/13. If in doubt, stay off anything above 35-40 degrees.

[longtrack]

Ok, Heres your report. I am looking out the Window at Lava right now. The Trail from Lava to the CD Trail is not Groomed due to lack of Snow. We can ride the Ditch to Brooks to the North and South to the Trail Head, there is Gravel hitting our Ski's South and on the Trail going up the Mountain. Anything above 8500 ft has good Snow and there is plenty of Snow to get Stuck above 9000. Anyting under 9000 you will need a Iron Belly Pan if you go off Trail.

For everyone that was here last year there is about half the Snow that was hear last Year.

I put about 90 Miles on Today and will go south of Line Shack and Crooked Creek Monday and update everyone about the Trails down there.

[polarisrider1]

Lava got wireless? North side of road up to Brookes lake rd. pretty bad? The Lava connector (south of Lava) to CD is always bad. You could always trailer to Brookes lake rd. and stage there. Are you just trail riding? Hope things work out! I will be out in 3 weeks.

[techsledder]

Be careful in the Togwotee area right now. The snow is a lot less than it normally is. Expect to run over a lot of willows. We rode there 2/7-11 and had good riding once we got hooked up with our guide. Before that, we totaled a sled due to land mines just beneath the snow. Other lesser damage to other sleds. There is powder to be found, but you need to look. Here is a pic of if you look hard you will be rewarded. Also, the avalanche hazard is real! We saw numerous runouts that go right to the ground. One significant one occurred on 2/7 and another on 2/13. If in doubt, stay off anything above 35-40 degrees.

I hope we find snow like that (looking4snow's pic) since we'll be with the TML guides all week. Please Lord let there be enough snow for our trip in 2 weeks! Please?!?

[lookin4snow]

I'll get you a live update next week. I am heading back out there on Sunday the 28th for the week. I'll let you know what we find. We are praying for snow as well.

[Firecatguy]

I'll get you a live update next week. I am heading back out there on Sunday the 28th for the week. I'll let you know what we find. We are praying for snow as well.

Darn it was hoping we could hook up this year again!!We will be at Tog on 3-8....or I will have to see what you find then decide were to go....

[Firecatguy]

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[polarisrider1]

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And some will never understand why we stand when we ride! Fantastic video!

[longtrack]

Mt Pinnicle at Lava has Plugin Internet for us at Moosehaven.

We rode to Green River from Lava Today(150 miles). Trail from Lava to Crooked Creek/Line Shack has Gravel in Spots near Crooked Creek. South west of Crooked Creek has very good Powder Near Strawberry Shelter and in spots around Green River. The Powder is very loose and I stay on the Trail or else I would be Stuck. The Elk are not in the feeding area at Green River and we never found a Moose. The Bar is Closed south of Green River so there is NO GAS south of Crooked Creek/Line Shack.

There is plenty of Snow to play in above 8500. We never hit a Bump on the Trail South of Crooked Creek the Trails were excellent down South.

Tuesday we go north to Tog.

[techsledder]

And some will never understand why we stand when we ride! Fantastic video!

Try standing with a backpack on... whoa! Now that takes talent. LOL

[techsledder]

There is plenty of Snow to play in above 8500.

Tuesday we go north to Tog.

Now that's awesome news!

[dekx]

We just got back Sunday, first trip out there and It was AWSOME~! We had no issues finding snow to play in!

[longtrack]

Plenty of Snow up towards Tog.

We ran thru a lot of Mud down toward Goosewing. We did see some Elk by Goosewing. The Trail from Goosewing to Lava has not been Groomed this year along with the J Trail down by Crooked Creek/Line Shack.

The Gravel and dirt is getting worse south of Lava Mt.

No new Snow Monday or Tuesday everything off Trail is getting Tracked up.

[polarisrider1]

Plenty of Snow up towards Tog.

We ran thru a lot of Mud down toward Goosewing. We did see some Elk by Goosewing. The Trail from Goosewing to Lava has not been Groomed this year along with the J Trail down by Crooked Creek/Line Shack.

The Gravel and dirt is getting worse south of Lava Mt.

No new Snow Monday or Tuesday everything off Trail is getting Tracked up.

Everything you can see off trail from the trail always gets tracked up. Have you been to upper brookes lake or dry lake area?

[Firecatguy]

I hear if you know were to go its still good snow...

[techsledder]

Snow!

[longtrack]

Were Home now and had a great Trip. Don't worry about Snow. The best Powder is just south of Strawberry Shelter on the south end. I put 580 Miles on and the only Dirt was by Lava Mtn(south access), Crooked Creek/Line Shack and Goose Wing.

My Daughter rode everywhere with her 120 GSX XP and never got stuck. So that pretty much explains how soft and deep it is.

One more thing I spent 2400.00 for 4 of us total staying at MT Pinnicle with Mary for 6 Nights including all Gas and Oil. I did blow out 1 Boot and broke my Goggles otherwise, no problems and only one mishap when one of our group rolled his several times and missed a tree by 1" up by Brooks.

[polarisrider1]

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FjrKgXmeZKE Getting a little fidgety to go.

[Firecatguy]

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FjrKgXmeZKE Getting a little fidgety to go.

WHOOOOHOOOO I hear ya Wayne....we are leaving sat for Togwotee...YEEEHAW...

[polarisrider1]

WHOOOOHOOOO I hear ya Wayne....we are leaving sat for Togwotee...YEEEHAW...

Hows your hand holding up?

[Firecatguy]

Hows your hand holding up?

good..looking forward to riding!!!hope we get a dump but its not looking that way as of now....is what it is...

[RevKev]

WHOOOOHOOOO I hear ya Wayne....we are leaving sat for Togwotee...YEEEHAW...

We are leaving this Friday, Can't Wait!!!

[Firecatguy]

We are leaving this Friday, Can't Wait!!!

see ya there......2 dragons, one white m8 and orange m1000...

[Firecatguy]

OH Please Please bring this across Wyo......Everone Please do the snow dance.....

http://i495.photobucket.com/albums/rr317/firecatguy/WCI8.jpg

[polarisrider1]

18 days and Togwotee bound! (hope the snow holds up).

[junior1]

start praying and doin your snow dance

[indy_500]

18 days and Togwotee bound! (hope the snow holds up).

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[Firecatguy]

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please..post Quality NOT post count...if you are going to be a post ***** start a thread for it....

[indy_500]

please..post Quality NOT post count...if you are going to be a post ***** start a thread for it....

haha i dont' think you know what was goin on for the past hour and a half on the misc. category with me and polarisrider1!

[Firecatguy]

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[indy_500]

please...just keep the kid stuff somewere else...

what did i do wrong? u talking about the cat stuff?

[Firecatguy]

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[indy_500]

http://www.freesmileys.org/smileys/smiley-forum/offtopic.gif (http://www.freesmileys.org/smileys.php) STOP POSTING TO POST!!*** THIS THREAD IS FOR WESTERN RIDING NOT YOUR SILLY GAMES..

I don't understand how i am posting to post? I love snowmobiling just as much as you and i like to talk about it with other people. What is wrong with that?

I Pm'd you

[Firecatguy]

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[lookin4snow]

Well here I sit in my cabin at Togwotee Mountain Lodge. Our group rode the last 2 days with Justin as our guide. We have traveled to Game Creek, Dry Lake, Grouse Mountain, and McMichael. The snow is really tracked up here and they need snow - you have to ride the trees. They have not had appreciable new snow in nearly 3 weeks. Now, having said that, we are still able to find some small areas of untouched deep powder that will get you big stucks. We found an area yesterday around grouse that was deep and in the trees and we were able to play for about 2 hours and we had a blast. You will also need to be willing to cross some creeks or ravines that you will get stuck in and have to bang your way through. But usually there are rewards on the other side.

Today we are heading south to get far from the lodge to find more untracked. That worked some yesterday and we will try it again today. I don't have many pics yet as I have been shooting a lot of video. I'll try to take some pics today and make a post tonight.

[lookin4snow]

Here is a pic of one of the creek crossings that we made yesterday and our guides sled stuck. I thought cats didn't like water! Anyway, the weather has been sunny and the temperatures during the afternoons have been in the low 40's. You build up a pretty good sweat digging.

[techsledder]

You will also need to be willing to cross some creeks or ravines that you will get stuck in and have to bang your way through. But usually there are rewards on the other side.

Today we are heading south to get far from the lodge to find more untracked. That worked some yesterday and we will try it again today.

Ready and willing! As long as the guides are going to take us off the beaten path, we're ready to follow.

Looks like you've got a 50% chance of snow on Thursday at least! That's lucky.... Looks like early next week only has a 20% so far...

[techsledder]

Web Cams I found for the Dunoir/Dubois, WY area today:
http://www.dtelocal.tv/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=7&Itemid=8

[RevKev]

Web Cams I found for the Dunoir/Dubois, WY area today:
http://www.dtelocal.tv/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=7&Itemid=8

Dubois is Way too down the Hill to gauge any real snow, Need to move at least 15-20 miles further West, up the Hill to get to any real snow, even Lava Mtn Lodge may be right on the edge. Pray for snow, as we leave this Friday for Lava-Togwotee area.

[polarisrider1]

Just got off the phone with Tog. lodge. Lava Mtn. south bare ground. head Nw/west for better snow. No new snow in past 3 weeks. My favorite spots ridden hard. Suppose to get snow everyday except Saturday according to a source that Rick Mom has. I have seen weather change by the hr. in Togwotee so anything can happen. Still heading out on the 20th. Riding 6 days and Hill Climb on the 27th. RevKev, I got Justin for a guide. Carter is booked full. I suspect we can tag along at least 1 day with the large group that Rick has going. (you all know who you are). I suspect they have Carter locked up. :)

[techsledder]

Dubois is Way too down the Hill to gauge any real snow, Need to move at least 15-20 miles further West, up the Hill to get to any real snow, even Lava Mtn Lodge may be right on the edge. Pray for snow, as we leave this Friday for Lava-Togwotee area.

Yep you're right. It's a bit low in elevation compared to the pass.

We've been praying, believe me, as we'll be out at TML by this Sunday.

[polarisman]

is that justins sled that got stuck in the creek?

[Firecatguy]

Kris,
Carter Told us to bring our A game as we have to do a few skill test to get into some areas...sounds like there snow to be had, if you know were to look...whoohoo leaving sat night

leave us a little will ya??you guys carring gas along??1 tank enuff??

[lookin4snow]

Yesterday we took a long trail ride to get away from TML. We then headed up a creek bed into the backcountry and were rewarded with untouched snow for most of the day. We had to roll a sled or two and have a major stuck fest to get into the area, but the snow was awesome. There is snow in spots, but as Firecatguy said, you will go through a skill test to get there. We are going back to the same area today to finish what we started yesterday. We had to take extra gas to be able to make it back after playing for the day.

That is Justin's Cat in the water. He was not the only one that ended up in the drink, but I felt I should post his pic. Carter has been guiding a big group for the last couple weeks.

Snow is in the forecast, but as I type this the sun is coming up and the skies are clear. We had a few snow squalls yesterday, but nothing accumulated. Temps have been in the low 40's so we are riding in a jersey and tek vest. It's pretty nice.

Watch out for Avy's, as we tripped another one yesterday.

[Firecatguy]

Kris,

when you leaving there??/buy you a drink sun if your still there...

[longtrack]

Remember, I said last Week the best Powder is south of Strawberry Shelter, West of the CD Trail. But that was a week ago now.

[hoffmansledder]

Polarisrider1 are you doing the Pink ribbon ride. I think it is around the 20th. I have a friend going out with a group for the ride. I guess it's pretty cool and alot of fun. They were out there in late Jan. and left their truck and trailer there and flew home. They are flying back out for the ride and then driving back home. just curious

[polarisrider1]

Polarisrider1 are you doing the Pink ribbon ride. I think it is around the 20th. I have a friend going out with a group for the ride. I guess it's pretty cool and alot of fun. They were out there in late Jan. and left their truck and trailer there and flew home. They are flying back out for the ride and then driving back home. just curious

No pink ribbon ride in the works for me. Riding Tog. area 5 days and then going to the hill climb. possibly going to the Snowies April 4-12 if snow holds out.

[RevKev]

No pink ribbon ride in the works for me. Riding Tog. area 5 days and then going to the hill climb. possibly going to the Snowies April 4-12 if snow holds out.

Wayne, the snowies have been getting all the snow lately. Here is a post over on doo talk, from a local
http://www.dootalk.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=385332&st=0&p=2835696&#entry2835696

[techsledder]

:D

[polarisrider1]

I feel much better. I waxed my boat today.

[JasonF]

We are driving back now. Had a great time and did find good powder but like stated above they need some fresh. I have a thread with pics at Sledmi.com if anyone is interested in seeing conditions. Later j
http://www.sledmi.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=2775

[RevKev]

We just arrived at Togwotee, Never seen the place with such low snow conditions, but that have more than where we were suppose to stay, can you say we were upset when we arrived at Lava Mtn Lodge, and there was no real snow, so we kept driving up the hill, made a Quick Ph call to TML to let them know we were coming. They have a Storm coming in Tomorrow, so we will see what we get out of that. If any JD'ers are out here, look us up, can't miss our tow rig......it's the largest vehicle in the Parking lot..LOL The Moms Motorsports Rig.

[polarisrider1]

Revkev please keep us informed. I am all packed and ready to roll! :)

[polarisrider1]

Not a good sign, RevKev is on JDee out in Togwotee and not on his sled? Kev it is afternoon yet. What gives?

[RevKev]

Not a good sign, RevKev is on JDee out in Togwotee and not on his sled? Kev it is afternoon yet. What gives?

Wayne, received about 2-4 inches of fresh snow last night, we rode over towards angle Mtn, and Brooks Lake, founds lots of good snow, we have a storm coming in tomorrow night, hope it dumps.

[polarisrider1]

Thank you Kev! I been waiting all night to hear from you! Keep the reports coming!

[Firecatguy]

Team Ring Ding is here too...having a blast yes the snow is low and tracked up BUT the guides can still find the gold......we talked to many people who did not go with a guide and are very upset at the conditions!!

we are not un happy...VERY PLEASED TO SAY THE LEAST


http://i495.photobucket.com/albums/rr317/firecatguy/Togwotee%202010%20march/Togwoteemarch2010pics1012.jpg

[lookin4snow]

Excellent Pat! Say Hi to Carter and the rest of Team Ring Ding. We left some untracked snow for you to the South.

[RevKev]

Today we Rode with Ben, and went to the top of the Cliffs, overlooking Sublet, and Brooks Lake, then over to the top of Austin Peak. Found tons of fresh untracked Pow.

[polarisrider1]

Today we Rode with Ben, and went to the top of the Cliffs, overlooking Sublet, and Brooks Lake, then over to the top of Austin Peak. Found tons of fresh untracked Pow.

Thank you Kevin, You gave me renewed hope. Your riding in my favorite areas. What you hearing about dry Lake? How about Upper brookes? Rick likes to go there.

[RevKev]

Thank you Kevin, You gave me renewed hope. Your riding in my favorite areas. What you hearing about dry Lake? How about Upper brookes? Rick likes to go there.
heard nothing about dry lake, today we rode maybe 5 miles from the lodge, and found a gold mine of fresh untracked pow, had everyone in the group stuck in a single meadow, my back is killing me, it was an awesome day.

[polarisrider1]

Sweet! It was 50-52 and rain most the day back here at home. 9 more days. Keep the reports coming. How's the food this time around?

[Firecatguy]

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[lookin4snow]

I was in Dry Lake last week and it was pretty tracked up. We were able to find a couple areas where there were some meadows to play in. We did find a nice untouched meadow at Grouse mountain next door though and I am certain we left some areas untouched.

Nice photo Pat! That snow looks fresh rather than the "old stuff" most of us have ridden in the last couple weeks.

[polarisrider1]

Looks good Pat! I got the 44 pics you sent! :) 8 more days. I may leave early!

[dubser31]

what a trip, it was great meeting and riding with team ring ding. And i'll tell you what, thank you for all the reports of low snow. I appreciated the low competition and the great service of the Togwatee mountain lodge. was my first trip out there and even though everybody kept telling us about low snow conditions the guides took us every day to untouched powder. I can't wait to go back and experience a "normal" winter. Special theanks to Brent and Carter for showing us the SNOW that everyone said didnt exist.

[polarisrider1]

5 more days and ridin' with Justin.

[Firecatguy]

what a trip, it was great meeting and riding with team ring ding. And i'll tell you what, thank you for all the reports of low snow. I appreciated the low competition and the great service of the Togwatee mountain lodge. was my first trip out there and even though everybody kept telling us about low snow conditions the guides took us every day to untouched powder. I can't wait to go back and experience a "normal" winter. Special theanks to Brent and Carter for showing us the SNOW that everyone said didnt exist.

thanks we had a blast Riding with you guys could not ask for a better trip..oh wait backs,ribs well maybe a little better..LOL what a great group to ride with...

and yes thank you to everyone that said there no snow in Wyo,,,as their is plenty

[techsledder]

what a trip, it was great meeting and riding with team ring ding. And i'll tell you what, thank you for all the reports of low snow. I appreciated the low competition and the great service of the Togwatee mountain lodge. was my first trip out there and even though everybody kept telling us about low snow conditions the guides took us every day to untouched powder. I can't wait to go back and experience a "normal" winter. Special theanks to Brent and Carter for showing us the SNOW that everyone said didnt exist.


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Firecatguy and Robbie thanks again for riding with us as well. You guys really know those mountains and know how to ride! Wished Red could have rode with us, but maybe next time! I’ll post some pictures in the guest shots area soon for all to enjoy.
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[Hoosier]

What does it cost to ride per day with a guide at TML? Say 3 of us go out there, how much per guy? I'm sure there are variables, especially how many others they can group you with, but ballpark?

[polarisrider1]

What does it cost to ride per day with a guide at TML? Say 3 of us go out there, how much per guy? I'm sure there are variables, especially how many others they can group you with, but ballpark?

Depends on a lot of things. I always go out with discounts of some sort. Depends on time of year too. Right now they have a 25% discount for low snow. I get Sledheads discount of 10% at times and if you go with Mom's MotorsportsRick MOm gets pkg. pricing. Do the all inclusive to get guide, meals and Happy hr.. shop it and plan ahead helps a lot. It is worth every penny. 5 days and I am out there.

[brischm]

I would also like to thank TML and our guides Brent and Carter. We had a great time and found plenty of great powder. It was great to ride with Team Ring Ding. Pat and Robbie are awesome riders and we had a great time. Thanks guys.

Oh yeah......thanks to all who stayed home because they thought there was no snow in WY.

[WIrider]

Dubs, Schmitty, Tech, and Ring Ding Boys - yes last week was great. A few memories for some of the boys. Dubs finds no bottom. Two Cats (Dubs, Schmitty) and a Poo (Rob) stuck in no snow. Doo (Tech) meet tree. Relaxing for lunch break with Carter and Gang on blue bird day.

Carter and Brent thanks for your service.....Rob and Pat, enjoyed your company.

[polarisrider1]

looks like it is getting slushy at Tog. 34 high yesterday. not good.

[Skylar]

http://www.crh.noaa.gov/riw/:D

[polarisrider1]

Thank you Skylar. looks like the snowies is the place to be. Tog.0-2 inches tonight?

[Firecatguy]

WARNING WARNING WARNING WARNING!!!!

DO NOT BY NO MEANS....go by what is on that web cam........I would call the lodge maybe talk to a guide and see what they say.....

anyone that has been there this season can tell you that!!!don't believe the hype....

[polarisrider1]

WARNING WARNING WARNING WARNING!!!!

DO NOT BY NO MEANS....go by what is on that web cam........I would call the lodge maybe talk to a guide and see what they say.....

anyone that has been there this season can tell you that!!!don't believe the hype....

I hope your being sarcastic! if it isn't good we will back track to the Snowies. 1 more day until launch.

[RevKev]

I hope your being sarcastic! if it isn't good we will back track to the Snowies. 1 more day until launch.

I think what he is saying Wayne, is the Web Cam shows low snow, but their is Much more snow Higher up. Basically the Rule this Year at togwotee is, Head UP in Elevation. CD trail to the West of the Lodge Had some bare spots, but there were ways around. Anywhere to the East on CD or X as long as your Increasing in elevation your OK. On X, as you go past Brooks Lake Lodge, the Snow starts to thin out. Just Remember, Elevation is Your Freind this Year.

[Firecatguy]

I think what he is saying Wayne, is the Web Cam shows low snow, but their is Much more snow Higher up. Basically the Rule this Year at togwotee is, Head UP in Elevation. CD trail to the West of the Lodge Had some bare spots, but there were ways around. Anywhere to the East on CD or X as long as your Increasing in elevation your OK. On X, as you go past Brooks Lake Lodge, the Snow starts to thin out. Just Remember, Elevation is Your Freind this Year.

yep thats what I ment...but I would still call and see what the story is.......we found awsome snow.....BUT I just talked to friend in snowies today and they are getting good snow..

[polarisrider1]

We are here!!

[polarisrider1]

Snowies got the snow!!

[polarisrider1]

Kev, I will take your info to heart. It is thin at Tog. 46 degrees today. We ate dinner with Rick and have a plan. Snowies got dumped on. It was hard to drive past there. Lava Mtn. is bare ground and closed.

[polarisrider1]

Kev, we are hanging with www.snowmobiler.com and the HMK folks today.

[polarisrider1]

Internet is acting very strangly here in the cabin.

[Firecatguy]

Internet is acting very strangly here in the cabin.

did for me too...read the screen that the browser opens...says its a on and off service...wth is that?

that sucks about the snow.....

[RevKev]

Wayne, Yea I was looking at the Tog web cam, it looked warm there. Hope things hold out for the Snowies in a few weeks, keep the snow coming!! Have a great time, and hope you can find some good snow.

[polarisrider1]

Wayne, Yea I was looking at the Tog web cam, it looked warm there. Hope things hold out for the Snowies in a few weeks, keep the snow coming!! Have a great time, and hope you can find some good snow.

Great riding today. I and smurfrider had Carter as a guide.

[polarisrider1]

did for me too...read the screen that the browser opens...says its a on and off service...wth is that?

that sucks about the snow.....

Pat, Carter said Hi!

[polarisrider1]

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Firecatguy and Robbie thanks again for riding with us as well. You guys really know those mountains and know how to ride! Wished Red could have rode with us, but maybe next time! I’ll post some pictures in the guest shots area soon for all to enjoy.
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Carter says Hi! Techsledder!

[polarisrider1]

posts are random from what I can get to work. great riding.

[Firecatguy]

Tell Grampa hi.....he getting you some good snow?

[polarisrider1]

Tell Grampa hi.....he getting you some good snow?

Yes he is. Not sure on the plans for tomorrow. Those flooring guys are brutal. LOL we had 10 guys in our group today. lots of snow and it is actually snowing on and off. 26 degrees today way better than the 46 degrees yesterday. Plenty of stucks today!!! Gotta love Hill Climb week!

[polarisrider1]

Plenty of snow. Tog. is pretty good. Lava mtn. has no snow, the snowies has the most from what I have seen. RevKev you will be fine on the Snowies trip.

[RevKev]

Plenty of snow. Tog. is pretty good. Lava mtn. has no snow, the snowies has the most from what I have seen. RevKev you will be fine on the Snowies trip.

Yup, the snowies will be getting yet another storm this Saturday. Are you going on this trip? Looking forward to a great last ride of the season. Looking at the Tog web cam, looks like you received some fresh snow.

[techsledder]

Carter says Hi! Techsledder!

And hey back to him! Wished we were still there riding with ya'll. Have some pics of your backcountry exploits to share? Glad to hear Carter is getting you to some good snow.

[polarisrider1]

And hey back to him! Wished we were still there riding with ya'll. Have some pics of your backcountry exploits to share? Glad to hear Carter is getting you to some good snow.

I have been filming for 3 days.

[polarisrider1]

John, Lefty and the Boys said to say HI!

[polarisrider1]

Posting has been tough! After all we are 42 miles from town up in the mountains. Hung with the Snobunje folks after dinner tonight.

[attack_06]

r u in tog or snowies right now

[polarisrider1]

r u in tog or snowies right now

Tog. A couple at happy hour told me they live in Larimie Wy. and they came up to Tog. to ride for the Pink Ribbon riders. They said the Snowies has tons more snow than here. They said, Saratoga area has 101" of base.

[attack_06]

sounds like snowies is where everyone should be send me a postcard that says wish u were here

[polarisrider1]

Dang computer times out. Great riding, Blue skies.

[polarisrider1]

Filmed today for Snowtrails TV. I will post picks when back home.

[polarisrider1]

Sitting here at the picnic table looking at the Teton Mtns. Posts are not refreshing so bear with. Oh the Grizzle Bears are out of their dens.

[RevKev]

11 days until departure for the Snowies:D

[polarisrider1]

Search and retrieve mission tomorrow at 9am. Hill Climb maybe moved to Friday for me. Amature events then. WooHoo!

[techsledder]

Filmed today for Snowtrails TV. I will post picks when back home.

Sweet, send us a link when it gets on their site!

[techsledder]

Oh the Grizzle Bears are out of their dens.

Did you see one?!

[lookin4snow]

We often see bear tracks in the snow in March around Tog. We have never seen a bear though, as the guides usually will move onto another area, quickly!

[polarisrider1]

Carter has kept us away from the bears. We spent todaydoing a search and recovery on 2 sleds that were left in the "bush". One got a new steering post replaced amongst other things in the do not ask, do not tell zone, LOL . We got them out and No Helicopter needed. Gotta love it! I will post video when back home.

[polarisrider1]

p.s. I shot over 112 video clips, and over 400 pictures. Hill cimb tomorrow. Did not see any bears but the Tog. lodge store said sighting have happened this week.

[Skylar]

...heavy snow expected in western wyoming monday evening through
wednesday morning...

. A strong pacific storm system moving out of the eastern pacific
towards the pacific northwest will move inland on monday. In the
afternoon the leading edge of showers will move into the western
mountains of wyoming. By early evening widespread snow will move in
with moderate to heavy snow developing through the night. The
snow should continue through the day tuesday and tuesday
night...with some snow lingering on wednesday. Snowfall of 15 to
25 inches is expected in the tetons by wednesday morning. Most of
the mountain areas should get 15 inches or more. 5 to 10 inches of
snow is expected in the valleys with local higher amounts.

[Hoosier]

How long do they rent sleds out there? I assume it depends on how the season is going?

[polarisrider1]

How long do they rent sleds out there? I assume it depends on how the season is going?

Depends on wher you rent from. Tog is closed until May.

[attack_06]

why is tog closed right when their gettin hammered

[polarisrider1]

why is tog closed right when their gettin hammered

They are run By Aramark out of Arizona. Happened last yr. too!

[polarisrider1]

My first time out was with this bunch. http://snowtrailstv.com/destinations/2-togwotee-mountain-lodge-wyoming/

[techsledder]

My first time out was with this bunch. http://snowtrailstv.com/destinations/2-togwotee-mountain-lodge-wyoming/
Which year's video?

When are they going to get this years video up? Didn't you have a part in this years?

[polarisrider1]

Which year's video?

When are they going to get this years video up? Didn't you have a part in this years?

DEC. 05 and March 06. the segments are mixed up a bit. I gave video Mike about 3 hrs. of footage shot with my VholdR HD camera. He and his production man Bob said they will try to use what they can for next Tog. segment they air. Minus The Carter incident. My group and I got filmed a bit at happy hr. with an interview. I hope to never see that! lol.

[techsledder]

That was great! I know Skinner doesn't work there anymore but does Matt? Those guys are awesome riders. I have to meet and ride with them some day!

[polarisrider1]

That was great! I know Skinner doesn't work there anymore but does Matt? Those guys are awesome riders. I have to meet and ride with them some day!

Matt has been gone a couple years now. I did ride with Matt 2 years ago when I was staying at Lava Mtn. lodge but not at Togwotee.

[lookin4snow]

Matt is still in the area and was at the lodge in March when we were there. He was going to ride with us but had sled issues one day and couldn't get out of bed another, lol. Maybe next year.

[polarisrider1]

Matt is still in the area and was at the lodge in March when we were there. He was going to ride with us but had sled issues one day and couldn't get out of bed another, lol. Maybe next year.

I am referring to Matt Binion.

[RevKev]

I am referring to Matt Binion.
So is Lookin4snow, Matt is working in Jackson, and is Frequently up at Togwotee, He was there for a day, riding with Skinner, the week we were there.

[lookin4snow]

So is Lookin4snow, Matt is working in Jackson, and is Frequently up at Togwotee, He was there for a day, riding with Skinner, the week we were there.

Yep! Matt is from Wisconsin and his parents are still here. I have seen him up at Tog numerous times as he still rides and likes to meet up with friends and former customers at happy hour or in the bar. He and Justin stay in touch as well.

[Skylar]

Our guide last year was Nate, he is originally from Wi also.

[polarisrider1]

Okay, makes sense. Justin left for home the day before I got there according to Carter.

[polarisrider1]

Our guide last year was Nate, he is originally from Wi also.

Is Nate a younger guy with blond hair?

[jafraune]

No Nate is the older guy that is bald...

[techsledder]

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[attack_06]

anyone out there riding yet

[polarisrider1]

Still snowing at Tog.

[dekx]

looks like today still!

[RevKev]

Noticed they revamped their web site, but the web cam link seems to be missing, and the cam is offline:(

[techsledder]

New look was needed, but you're right no webcam. What the #$%&?

Also, you click on their "Extreme Snowmobiling Tours (http://www.togwoteelodge.com/play/winter/snowmobiling/trail-riding.aspx)" section under snowmobiling and the link takes you directly to "Trail Riding". That's not gonna work! Yuck, who does that out there? LOL

Looks like the link there is just screwed up and it should take you here... http://www.togwoteelodge.com/winter/snowmobiling/extreme-snowmobiling.aspx

[polarisrider1]

Still lots of snow

[RevKev]

Still lots of snow

Even more in the Snowies, Albany Lodge web cam was showing 2 feet of fresh on Wednesday May 12th.

[attack_06]

come on someone must be riding in may pics please

[hoffmansledder]

I'm still looking for someone to man up and go west with me to the snowies. Everyone I ride with is claiming to be to busy. I have plenty of time to take off work and go between now and June 13. Then I will be busy until the end of November of so. Stack, Let's go west!!!