February 12, 2006

Jerry Hamann patrolled at the Tie City / Happy Jack trails in conjuction with 
the UW Nordic Club Team "Cowboy Chase" second day of races.  Temperatures were 
a bit more moderate than Saturday, with a start-of-race (9:30am) temp around 24F.
Overnight, an ATV rider found their way onto the groomed tracks and caused some
havoc by tearing into the grooming over a significant portion of the 5km loop.
Spirits remained high, however, and the excellent weather bouyed the crowd.
A total of 47 skiers started the pursuit style classic.  A few dropped out
without serious injury.  Race assistance was provided for setting up the start
area, setting the course markings, starting the pursuit stagger, assisting with
finish and bib recovery, then teardown of the course and start.