Overnight Ride Canceled
Due to poor snow and trail conditions, the trip to Four Seasons Island Resort has been canceled. Please feel free to go by car and enjoy all the amenities Four Seasons has to offer.
Posted on January 29, 2012
Trails Open
Trails in Oneida County are opened as of December 22, 8:00 AM. Recent snow and cold weather have allowed us to finally open the trail system. Please keep in mind we have early season conditions and caution should be exercised when venturing out the first time. The lakes will be marked as soon as they are safe. Do not head out over unmarked lakes for your safety. Three Lakes area trail maps are available at all local businesses and the Three Lakes Chamber of Commerce. Have a happy and safe Holiday Season!!!
For updates on trail conditions, please visit Three Lakes Trails on Facebook!
Remember always Ride Smart, Safe and Responsibly
Posted on December 20, 2012
Three Lakes - Eagle River Trail reopened
Thanks to the diligent effort by many people from Three Lakes Trails, Northern Lights Snowmobile Club and the Eagle River Sno-Eagles, the trail that was formally known as Corridor Trail #13 will reopen for this riding season. Over 50 volunteers meet on Saturday, December 6 to reroute nearly 1/2 mile of trail. It was a great effort by all three clubs and a great Thanks to members of the Eagle River Sno-Eagles for lending a hand. Paul's Rent-All of Saint Germain donated the use of a skid steer used to help pull stumps and clear trees.
Bonnie's Lakeside donated lunch for all the volunteer workers. It was a great time for all the volunteers to get to know one another and make new friends.
Sportsman's service center also provided man power and offered equipment if needed which shows the importance of the trail to the area and the camaraderie this sport brings.
Please be sure and STAY on the trail. The negotiations to open this trail have many hours invested and we don't want to jeopardize this important link.
The trail will be referred to as ALT 13 this year. We will be working with the DNR to reinstate the original corridor 13 as it's been for a very long time.
Thanks to everyone involved for a great team effort!!!
Posted on December 17, 2012
Three Lakes, rich in snowmobile history...
Did you know that Snow Goer Magazine was started here in Three Lakes? Did you know the second World Champion, George Gensler was also from Three Lakes? One of the pit stops of the Hodag 50 was right here in what is now known as Burnside Park. The Hodag 50 was a 50 mile cross country race from Rhinelander to Three Lakes, Sugar Camp and back to Rhinelander. All the big factories participated in the grueling cross country race long before long travel and independent front suspensions.
We recently lost one of the snowmobiling pioneers that was important to our sport. Duane Tillman was the first Rupp dealer in town starting in the mid ‘60's into the early ‘70's. He started ‘Sno-Sport Safari's' which was the first ‘touring' company of it's kind. Tourists would come from all around including Milwaukee, Chicago and Madison to take part in an adventure in the Northwoods on these new snow machines. Duane would take groups on the Rupp Sno-Sport sleds out into the woods long before there was an organized trail system. They'd have a destination of a fire pit deep in the woods where they would roast hot dogs over the open fire and see the beauty most would never be able to see deep into the winter. He was also an active member of our club.
Duane was truly a pioneer before his time. Our condolences are with the family and his memories will stay with us for many years to come.
Posted on November 1, 2012
Join a Club...
Ever wonder where all the trails we ride came from? Ever wonder who keeps those trails open and groomed for your riding pleasure? There are countless snowmobile club volunteers that get landowners permission, brush and sign, groom and work with governing bodies to keep snowmobiling a healthy, vibrant sport. Without clubs, there would be no trails, no groomers and no winter time fun for those of us that love to ride. Club membership is cheap for the benefits you get.
• Dues are $25 per family which help support local trail maintenance
• Participate in club activities and meet new friends with similar interests
• Become part of the Association of Wisconsin Snowmobile Clubs which stands up for snowmobiliers across the state promoting snowmobile friendly legislation
• Membership in the Association of Wisconsin Snowmobile Clubs which include a monthly magazine and $2500 death or dismemberment benefit for family members,
• Lend a hand in keeping our trails open and well maintained when possible.
Your support would be greatly appreciated!!!
Posted on November 1, 2012
Overnight Ride - Back by Popular Demand
Our overnight ride will once again take us east to Pembine and the Four Seasons Island Resort. This 140 mile ride will take riders through some of the most beautiful forest land the Northwoods has to offer. We will be departing on Monday February 4th for a two night stay at this fabulous hotel on beautiful Miscauno Island. Tuesday, riders are free to ride Marinette County trails and learn more about the area or stay and enjoy the large pool, hot tub, sports bar and all the amenities the facility has to offer. Room rates are $89.00 per night and reservations are encouraged to be made early at 877 324-5244. You can also check out the accommodations at [email protected].
Posted on November 1, 2012
Weekly Rides to Begin in January
We will begin our weekly rides again:
Wednesday Rides
Spirited Ride - 8:30 AM Departs from the Shell Station in Three Lakes. Riders typically go 150 - 200 miles.
Scenic Ride - 9:30 AM Departs from the Shell Station in Three Lakes. This is a slower paced ride family oriented of approximately 100 miles.
Friday Ride
Scenic Ride - 9:30 AM Departs from the Shell Station in Three Lakes. This is a slower paced ride family oriented of approximately 100 miles.
Posted on November 1, 2012
Season Opener - Bonfire at Kirby's Pine Isle
Join us on Saturday, September 22nd to Kick-Off the 2012–2013 Snowmobile Season. NLSC will host the season opener with a Bonfire starting at 5:00 pm on the shore of beautiful Medicine Lake. Pine Isle will be featuring their signature brick oven pizza. You can buy pizza by the slice, pan or order from the regular menu. There will be raffles to raise money for trails, music by Vickie Stuckart and more. Northern Lights and Three Lakes Trails hats and shirts will be raffled off too. The music will start at 7:00 PM and will be indoors. Pine Isle has graciously offered to share in the proceeds of the pizza sales to donate to trails. Hope you can join us and bring your friends.
Posted on September 14, 2012
Club Clothes
Our friends at StitchIt are offering 'Club Clothes' for members. They have a variety of long sleeve and short sleeve shirts, sweatshirts, hats, and jackets that can be embroidered with the Northern Lights emblem. We will be raffling off several of these shirts and hats at the bonfire. If you're not lucky enough to win one, put your order in so you have it in time for winter. Please be prepared to pay for your order when the order is placed. StitchIt can also embroider one of your favorite shirts or jackets with the club logo or any of your other embroidery needs. Just give Chris with StitchIt Custom Embroidery a call at 715-891-0479.
Posted on September 14, 2012
Fourth of July Float a Winner!!!!
Thanks to the efforts of Scott & Christina Gebele and Dean, Karla & Jan Lederhaus, we had a 4th of July float that was second to none. Dean and Scott put their engineering talents to work and came up with a snowmobile 'Snow Globe' that captured the attention of the crowd and judges alike. To celebrate Lion's Club 60th anniversary, Jan Lederhaus created a lion, complete with mane and tail that donned a Lion's Club hat and vest while sitting on a 1967 fully restored, red, white and blue Polaris Colt. Behind the vintage sled was our snow globe complete with a Polaris mini 120 snowmobile and blizzard. Thanks so much to those that helped make this year's event and NLSC to be First Place Winners!!! You can see the float in action on Facebook!
Posted on September 14, 2012
4th of July Parade
Cheer us on at one of the best 4th of July parades in the Midwest. We are planning a special float this year to help celebrate the 60th anniversary of the Three Lakes Lions Club. Come see what we've dreamed up and celebrate the 4th in style.
Posted on June 13, 2012
Three Lakes Trail conditions now on Facebook
The Vintage Thunder Grass Drags, snowmobile show and Swap return to Three Lakes on July 28th in Don Burnside Park. New this year will be a Radar run on grass for the any year sled that wants to run. The event is sponsored by Three Lakes Trails and Northern Lights Snowmobile Club and is on the site of the Summer World Championship races held in the late 60's and early 70's.
Drag Races will be run on a 4 lane wide 320 foot long newly improved track. Don Burnside Park is located on the west side of Three Lakes on County Road A. Race Rules can be found at NVRS.com Cost for the Swap Meet and Show is Free. Only a $5.00 parking fee is requested. Contact Mark Kirby at 715-891-2928 or Jim Nykolayko at 715-546-8372 for more information.
Posted on June 13, 2012
Three Lakes Trail conditions now on Facebook
Up to date trail conditions in the Three Lakes Brule River area can now be found on Facebook. Just log in and search for Three Lakes Trails. You'll see comments from other riders as well as pictures of groomer mishaps, local events and more. Additional information can also be found at SnowTracks.com.
Posted on February 20, 2012
Three Lakes Vintage Ride - Trail Fundraiser
If you've never attended a vintage event, this needs to be on your bucket list. The annual Three Lakes Vintage ride will take place on February 4th and will start with breakfast at Bonnie's Lakeside on Spirit Lake. The past several years nearly 100 vintage sleds participated in the ride to several local establishments. Raffles at the event help raise funds for Three Lakes Trails. This is a great event with lots of memories and good food along the way. It also reminds us why we ride NEWer machines these days.
Posted on January 14, 2012
Snow and Cold return to the Northwoods
After record high temperatures melted much of the snow in open areas, the snow and cold have returned. Area trails are now in very good to excellent condition. The forecast is looking good for extended cold temperatures.
Posted on January 14, 2012
Three Lakes Vintage Ride - Trail Fundraiser
If you've never attended a vintage event, this needs to be on your bucket list. The annual Three Lakes Vintage ride will take place on February 4th and will start with breakfast at Bonnie's Lakeside on Spirit Lake. The past several years nearly 100 vintage sleds participated in the ride to several local establishments. Raffles at the event help raise funds for Three Lakes Trails. This is a great event with lots of memories and good food along the way. It also reminds us why we ride NEWer machines these days.
Posted on January 14, 2012
Ride Safe, Smart and Responsibly
Ride Safe-stay right in anticipation of oncoming traffic. Ride Smart-knowing where blind curves are so you are best prepared when meeting snowmobilers coming from the other direction. Ride Responsibly-most fatal accidents involve alcohol. Know your limits when visiting our local establishments. Remember that every snowmobiler is someone's son, daughter, father, mother, brother or sister. Please make a conscious effort to think about your own safety and the safety of those that share the trail with you.
Posted on January 14, 2012
Emily Bauer, AWSC Miss Snowflake to Attend Annual Trailside Weenie Roast
Emily Bauer has accepted our invitation to attend the Northern Lights Snowmobile Club annual Trailside Weenie Roast held on Three Lakes trail 8 near Sheltered Valley. Emily was crowned 2011 - 2012 AWSC 'Miss Snowflake' in November at the AWSC fall workshop. Please stop by and extend a warm welcome to Emily. Trail riders are all welcome to stop by and roast hot dogs over the open fire and share in the camaraderie that makes snowmobiling great.
Posted on December 20, 2011
Our AWSC Groomer of the Year...
All of us have grown to appreciate riding groomed trails. Most riders don't know what it's like to spend hours in a groomer chugging along at a mere 8 - 10 miles per hour. NLSC is proud to announce that one of our very own has been chosen as the AWSC Groomer of the Year. This competition is statewide so this award is special. The NLSC Board had nominated George Brunette as Groomer of the year and this past August he was selected over a very talented and dedicated field of candidates.
George is a very dedicated groomer. You'll often see him on the Kimball Creek trail at night which takes up to 16 hours to groom. We are proud to have George grooming our Northwoods trails. Congratulations George! Great Job!!!
Posted on October 30, 2011
Three Lakes Trails Expands Territitory
Three Lakes Trails has come to an agreement with Forest County and has assumed responsibility for an additional 45 miles of trail. The area is known as the Brule River Trails and is located in the Alvin area. Crews have been working to clear trees, pull rocks and secure landowner agreements. Now we can ride all the way to Michigan on trails. We are now one of the largest grooming operations in the state.
Posted on October 30, 2011
Northern Lights Overnight Ride
We will be returning to Four Seasons Island Resort February 6th - 8th in Pembine WI. The 135 mile ride takes us through Forest and Marrinette Counties through some of the most beautiful trails the Northwoods has to offer. Last year, we found Four Season's hospitality second to none with great food and a warm atmosphere. Last years ride had nearly 50 riders with this year promising to be bigger.
Posted on October 30, 2011
Trail Loss
Trail #13 which ran between Three Lakes north to Eagle River has been closed by a local landowner. This trail was the busiest trail in Oneida County. Negotiations continue with the land owner but for now, the trail will be closed requiring riders to ride to Sugar Camp and then north to Eagle River. We'll keep this site updated as changes occur.
Posted on October 30, 2011
Join a Club
With trail closures threatened all around our state, it is important snowmobilers have good representation. There is no better way to have representation than through numbers. By joining an AWSC member club, we have a voice that will be heard in Madison and can help get legislation in place to keep our trail systems safe. You can join NLSC by filling out the Membership application and mailing in today.
Posted on October 30, 2011