
Old Forge --
Still Riding...
By Magnum
Friday, 20 March 2009, at 12:44 a.m.
The temperature is approximately 34 F degrees. The last few
days have been pretty warm and sunny, with a temperature high in the
upper 40's.
Old Forge has approximately scattered to 6 inches of snow
on the ground. The higher elevation areas like Stillwater
have approximately 4 to 10 inches more. The lower elevation
areas like Forestport have scattered to 12 inches and
Brantingham has scattered to 8 inches of snow on the ground.
The sun and warm temperatures have been brutal on the snow
cover and conditions.
There are
many areas where the ground is showing.
Traffic in the area has been low, but there
are a few riders still running the trails.
There's snow in the forecast for Saturday and hopefully
it'll be enough to not only improve the current conditions,
but cover the bare spots.Old Forge's inner trail system is
still ridable, however there are some bare spots. Most are
still passable and this may be the last decent ride of the
season. Pray or do a snow dance for a final blast of snow
and hopefully the season will be prolonged a week or two The
daily reports basically end as the grooming stops.
Without grooming, the trails will get progressively worst.
I'll continue to update the reports until there's no riding
left, it just won't be daily. Old Forge's trails close
on April 1st.
Tonight, the trails are hard packed,
with loose snow on top and many wet and icy spots.
South of Thendara towards White Lake was in
fair to good condition, with thin to bare and icy areas. Continuing South to Forestport and Alder
Creek was in fair to good condition, with thin to bare and icy
areas. Heading towards
Boonville is basically closed. The Railroad tracks heading to Big
Moose Station were in fair to poor condition, with
rails exposed. Trail 1 heading out of Old Forge was
in good to fair condition, with thin to bare and icy spots. Trail 3 was
in good to fair condition, with thin to bare and icy spots. Trails 7, 8,
and 9 were in good to fair condition, with some
thin to bare and icy areas. Trail 10 was
in fair to poor condition, with thin to bare and icy areas. As you travel on Trail 5
towards Route 28, the roads have no snow cover
and some ice. Continuing
on Trail 5 past Daiker’s Inn was in fair to poor condition, with thin to bare spots and
ice. Heading through Inlet was in fair to poor
condition, with some thin to bare and icy spots.
Continuing towards Moose River Plains was in poor condition,
with bare and icy areas.
Passing Limekiln Lake, through the Moose River Pains was in
fair to poor condition, with thin to bare and icy areas. The snow depths increased as
you approach the Big T, but you'll hit some bare spots to
get there. Heading North to Stillwater, using Big
Moose Road, has no snow coverage through Eagle Bay. Heading
South to Brantingham was in fair condition, with thin to
bare and icy areas. Continuing past the Pine Tree Inn has no snow
cover. Continuing to the drive-in theater and the RVI
Restaurant, near Rt.12, has no snow coverage
and was in poor condition. Ride early for the best
conditions.
When riding the area, be alert to riding in fields, where
stumps, rocks and debris are shielded by snow. Open fields
are full of hidden surprises. Just stay on the marked trails
and you'll be fine. Be alert to riding on lakes and
reservoirs. Always talk to locals before riding on what
appears to be frozen water. Currently places like 4th
Lake are very slushy, be careful. Ride At Your Own
Risk.
Friday is expected to be clear, with a
temperature high in the mid 30's. Saturday into Sunday
may bring snow showers, with a temperature high in the upper
30's. Monday
through Wednesday is expected to be clear, with a temperature high in the
mid to upper 30's.
Wednesday night into Thursday may bring snow. We'll see
what develops...
Ride Safe… Think A Lot Of Snow & I'll See You On The
Trails!!
Tonight's
Trail Conditions Are Sponsored By
Clark Marine & Snowmobile Rental

Old Forge --
No Luck With The
Weather...
By Magnum
Tuesday, 17 March 2009, at 12:18 a.m.
The temperature is approximately 40 F degrees. The last few
days have been pretty warm, with a temperature high in the
upper 40's and
lower 50's.
Old Forge has approximately scattered to 8 inches of snow
on the ground. The higher elevation areas like Stillwater
have approximately 4 to 10 inches more. The lower elevation
areas like Forestport have scattered to 12 inches and
Brantingham has scattered to 8 inches of snow on the ground. There are
many areas where the ground is showing. These are
estimated snow depths on average.
Traffic in the area was low, but there are riders running
the trails.
Although the area could get one last blast of snow before
the end of the month, as of now, the only place to find
consistent snow cover is on the inner trails. The
daily reports basically end as the grooming stops.
Without grooming, the trails will get progressively worst.
I'll continue to update the reports until there's no riding
left, it just won't be daily.
Tonight, the trails are hard packed,
with loose snow on top and many wet and icy spots.
South of Thendara towards White Lake was in
fair to good condition, with thin to bare and icy areas. Continuing South to Forestport and Alder
Creek was in fair to good condition, with thin to bare and icy
areas. Heading towards
Boonville is basically closed. The Railroad tracks heading to Big
Moose Station were in fair to poor condition, with
rails exposed. Trail 1 heading out of Old Forge was
in good to fair condition, with thin to bare and icy spots. Trail 3 was
in good to fair condition, with thin to bare and icy spots. Trails 7, 8,
and 9 were in good to fair condition, with some
thin to bare and icy areas. Trail 10 was
in fair to poor condition, with thin to bare and icy areas. As you travel on Trail 5
towards Route 28, the roads have no snow cover
and some ice. Continuing
on Trail 5 past Daiker’s Inn was in fair to poor condition, with thin to bare spots and
ice. Heading through Inlet was in fair to poor
condition, with some thin to bare and icy spots.
Continuing towards Moose River Plains was in poor condition,
with bare and icy areas.
Passing Limekiln Lake, through the Moose River Pains was in
fair to poor condition, with thin to bare and icy areas. The snow depths increased as
you approach the Big T, but you'll hit some bare spots to
get there. Heading North to Stillwater, using Big
Moose Road, has no snow coverage through Eagle Bay. Heading
South to Brantingham was in fair condition, with thin to
bare and icy areas. Continuing past the Pine Tree Inn has no snow
cover. Continuing to the drive-in theater and the RVI
Restaurant, near Rt.12, has no snow coverage
and was in poor condition. Ride early for the best
conditions.
When riding the area, be alert to riding in fields, where
stumps, rocks and debris are shielded by snow. Open fields
are full of hidden surprises. Just stay on the marked trails
and you'll be fine. Be alert to riding on lakes and
reservoirs. Always talk to locals before riding on what
appears to be frozen water. Currently places like 4th
Lake are very slushy, be careful. Ride At Your Own
Risk.
Wednesday
is expected to bring rain showers, with a temperature high in the
mid 40's. There's a chance of snow on Thursday, with
little accumulation and a temperature high in the upper
20's. Friday is expected to be clear, with a
temperature high in the mid 30's. Saturday through Monday
is expected to be clear, with a temperature high in the
mid 30's and lower 40''s.
We'll see
what develops...
Ride Safe… Think A Lot Of Snow & I'll See You On The
Trails!!
Tonight's
Trail Conditions Are Sponsored By
Clark Marine & Snowmobile Rental

Old Forge --
Cold Temperatures
For Now...
By Magnum
Friday, 13 March 2009, at 12:09 a.m.
The temperature is approximately 20 F degrees. Wednesday was
mostly overcast, with a temperature high in the
lower 20's.
Old Forge has approximately scattered to 10 inches of snow
on the ground. The higher elevation areas like Stillwater
have approximately 4 to 10 inches more. The lower elevation
areas like Forestport have scattered to 16 inches and Brantingham
has scattered to 16 inches of snow on the ground. There are
many areas where the ground is showing. These are
estimated snow depths on average.
Traffic in the area was low, but there are riders running
the trails.
Tonight, the trails are hard packed,
with many icy spots.
South of Thendara towards White Lake was in
fair to good condition, with thin to bare and icy areas. Continuing South to Forestport and Alder
Creek was in fair to good condition, with thin to bare and icy
areas. Heading towards
Boonville was in fair to poor condition, with many thin to
bare and
some icy areas. Some trails in this area have been
closed. The Railroad tracks heading to Big
Moose Station were in fair to poor condition, with
rails exposed. Trail 1 heading out of Old Forge was
in good to fair condition, with thin to bare and icy spots. Trail 3 was
in good to fair condition, with thin to bare and icy spots. Trails 7, 8,
and 9 were in good to fair condition, with some
thin to bare and icy areas. Trail 10 was
in fair condition, with thin to bare and icy areas. As you travel on Trail 5
towards Route 28, the roads have no snow cover
and some ice. Continuing
on Trail 5 past Daiker’s Inn was in fair condition, with thin to bare spots and
ice. Heading through Inlet was in fair
condition, with some thin to bare and icy spots.
Continuing towards Moose River Plains was in fair to poor condition,
with bare and icy areas.
Passing Limekiln Lake, through the Moose River Pains was in
fair condition, with thin to bare and icy areas. The snow depths increased as
you approach the Big T. Heading North to
Stillwater, using Big Moose Road, has no snow
coverage through Eagle Bay. Heading
South to Brantingham was in fair condition, with
thin to bare and icy areas.
Continuing past the Pine Tree Inn, has little to no snow
cover. Continuing to the drive-in theater and the RVI
Restaurant, near Rt.12, has little to no snow coverage
and was in fair to poor condition. Ride early for the best
conditions.
When riding the area, be alert to riding in fields, where
stumps, rocks and debris are shielded by snow. Open fields
are full of hidden surprises. Just stay on the marked trails
and you'll be fine. Be alert to riding on lakes and
reservoirs. Always talk to locals before riding on what
appears to be frozen water. Currently places like 4th
Lake are very slushy, be careful. Ride At Your Own
Risk.
Friday is expected
to be clear, with a temperature high in the upper 20's. Saturday and Sunday
is expected to be clear, with a temperature high in the
mid 40''s. Monday is expected to be clear, with a
temperature high in the lower 40's. Tuesday through
Thursday may bring another mix of rain and
snow, with the temperature highs in the lower 40's.
We'll see
what develops...
Ride Safe… Think A Lot Of Snow & I'll See You On The
Trails!!
Tonight's
Trail Conditions Are Sponsored By
Clark Marine & Snowmobile Rental

Old Forge --
Pray For More Snow...
By Magnum
Thursday, 12 March 2009, at 12:29 a.m.
The temperature is approximately 15 F degrees. Wednesday was
mostly overcast, with a temperature high in the
20's. There's been warmer temperatures and rain for
most of the week.
Old Forge has approximately scattered to 10 inches of snow
on the ground. The higher elevation areas like Stillwater
have approximately 4 to 10 inches more. The lower elevation
areas like Forestport have scattered to 16 inches and Brantingham
has scattered to 16 inches of snow on the ground. There are
many areas where the ground is showing. These are
estimated snow depths on average.
Traffic in the area has been low all week.
Tonight, the trails are hard packed,
with many icy spots.
South of Thendara towards White Lake was in
fair to good condition, with thin to bare and icy areas. Continuing South to Forestport and Alder
Creek was in fair to good condition, with thin to bare and icy
areas. Heading towards
Boonville was in fair to poor condition, with many thin to
bare and
some icy areas. Some trails in this area have been
closed. The Railroad tracks heading to Big
Moose Station were in fair to poor condition, with
rails exposed. Trail 1 heading out of Old Forge was
in good to fair condition, with thin to bare and icy spots. Trail 3 was
in good to fair condition, with thin to bare and icy spots. Trails 7, 8,
and 9 were in good to fair condition, with some
thin to bare and icy areas. Trail 10 was
in fair condition, with thin to bare and icy areas. As you travel on Trail 5
towards Route 28, the roads have no snow cover
and some ice. Continuing
on Trail 5 past Daiker’s Inn was in fair condition, with thin to bare spots and
ice. Heading through Inlet was in fair
condition, with some thin to bare and icy spots.
Continuing towards Moose River Plains was in fair to poor condition,
with bare and icy areas.
Passing Limekiln Lake, through the Moose River Pains was in
fair condition, with thin to bare and icy areas. The snow depths increased as
you approach the Big T. Heading North to
Stillwater, using Big Moose Road, has no snow
coverage through Eagle Bay. Heading
South to Brantingham was in fair condition, with
thin to bare and icy areas.
Continuing past the Pine Tree Inn, has little to no snow
cover. Continuing to the drive-in theater and the RVI
Restaurant, near Rt.12, has little to no snow coverage
and was in fair to poor condition. Ride early for the best
conditions.
When riding the area, be alert to riding in fields, where
stumps, rocks and debris are shielded by snow. Open fields
are full of hidden surprises. Just stay on the marked trails
and you'll be fine. Be alert to riding on lakes and
reservoirs. Always talk to locals before riding on what
appears to be frozen water. Currently places like 4th
Lake are very slushy, be careful. Ride At Your Own
Risk.
Rain is expected on
Thursday, with a
temperature high in the lower 20's. Friday is expected
to be clear, with a temperature high in the upper 20's. Saturday and Sunday
is expected to be clear, with a temperature high in the
lower 40''s. Monday is expected to be clear, with a
temperature high in the upper 30's. Tuesday through Wednesday may bring another mix of rain and
snow, with the temperature highs in the upper 30's.
We'll see
what develops...
Ride Safe… Think A Lot Of Snow & I'll See You On The
Trails!!
Tonight's
Trail Conditions Are Sponsored By
Clark Marine & Snowmobile Rental

Old Forge --
Spring Forward...
By Magnum
Sunday, 08 March 2009, at 12:10 a.m.
The temperature is approximately 40 F degrees. It rained for
most of the day on Friday into Saturday and then again
Saturday evening, with a temperature high in the
lower 40's.
Old Forge has approximately scattered to 12 inches of snow
on the ground. The higher elevation areas like Stillwater
have approximately 4 to 10 inches more. The lower elevation
areas like Forestport have scattered to 16 inches and Brantingham
has scattered to 12 inches of snow on the ground. There are
some areas where the ground is showing. These are
estimated snow depths on average.
Traffic in the area was low, although there were a good
amount of sledders riding.
Tonight, the trails are hard packed
and well saturated.
There was no ride this evening, but I thought I'd give
everyone an update. The rain and warm weather have
depleted a good amount of snow. The lower elevation
areas have taken the biggest hit and without any new snow,
it's going to be difficult getting through theses areas
without hitting any bare and muddy spots. I like to be
a "Glass half full" kind of person and it's still relatively
early in the month. Hopefully we'll get one last blast
of snow to blanket the area. It's never too late to
start the snow dance.
There's a chance
of rain on Sunday, with a temperature high in the
lower 40''s. Monday inti Tuesday there's a chance of
rain mixed ith snow, with a temperature high in the mid
30's. Wednesday day may bring more rain, before
changing over to snow by evening, with the temperature highs in the lower 40's.
Thursday may bring more snow. We'll see
what develops...
Ride Safe… Think A Lot Of Snow & I'll See You On The
Trails!!
Tonight's
Trail Conditions Are Sponsored By
Clark Marine & Snowmobile Rental

Old Forge --
Bring Your
Flippers...
By Magnum
Friday, 06 March 2009, at 1:02 a.m.
The temperature is approximately 35 F degrees. Thursday was
another sunny and overcast day, with a temperature high in the
mid 30's.
Old Forge has approximately 2 to 16 inches of snow
on the ground. The higher elevation areas like Stillwater
have approximately 4 to 10 inches more. The lower elevation
areas like Forestport have 4 to 20+ inches and Brantingham
has 4 to 18+ inches of snow on the ground. There are
some areas where the ground is showing. These are
estimated snow depths on average.
Traffic in the area was low, although there were a good
amount of riders hitting the trails, with the wet forecast
coming.
Tonight, the trails are hard packed,
with some icy spots. The sun hasn't been helping and
has created a shinny glaze. South of Thendara towards White Lake was in
good
to fair condition, with some bare spots and ice. Continuing South to Forestport and Alder
Creek was in good to fair condition, with some bare spots
and ice. Heading towards
Boonville was in good to fair condition, with bare spots and
some icy spots. This area is still very passable. The Railroad tracks heading to Big
Moose Station were in fair to good condition. Be alert to where the
rails are exposed. Trail 1 heading out of Old Forge was
groomed and
in good condition, with some thin and icy spots. Trail 3 was groomed and
in good condition, with a few turns that are
thin to bare and have some ice. Trails 7, 8,
and 9 were groomed and in good condition, with some
thin to bare turns and some ice. Trail 10 was
groomed and in good to fair condition, with thin to bare cover on
the turns and some ice. As you travel on Trail 5
towards Route 28, the roads have limited to no snow cover
and some ice. Continuing
on Trail 5 past Daiker’s Inn was in good to fair condition, with a couple thin to bare spots and
ice. Heading through Inlet was in good
condition, with some bare spots.
Continuing towards Moose River Plains was in fair to good condition,
with bare spots and some ice.
Passing Limekiln Lake, through the Moose River Pains was in
good condition, with some ice. The snow depths increased as
you approach the Big T as well. Heading North to
Stillwater, using Big Moose Road, has no snow
coverage through Eagle Bay. Heading North on Stillwater Road
to Stillwater has better cover, past Trail 2 and 10. Heading
South to Brantingham was in fair to good condition, with
some thin to bare areas and ice.
Continuing past the Pine Tree Inn, has limited to no snow
cover. Continuing to the drive-in theater and the RVI
Restaurant, near Rt.12, has limited to no snow coverage
and was in fair condition. Ride early for the best
conditions.
When riding the area, be alert to riding in fields, where
stumps, rocks and debris are shielded by snow. Open fields
are full of hidden surprises. Just stay on the marked trails
and you'll be fine. Be alert to riding on lakes and
reservoirs. Always talk to locals before riding on what
appears to be frozen water. Currently places like 4th
Lake are very slushy, be careful. Ride At Your Own
Risk.
Rain is expected on
Friday, with a
temperature high in the mid 40's. There's a chance
of rain on Saturday and Sunday, with a temperature high in the
mid 40''s. Monday through Wednesday may bring another mix of rain and
snow, with the temperature highs in the lower 40's.
Thursday is expected to be clear. We'll see
what develops...
Ride Safe… Think A Lot Of Snow & I'll See You On The
Trails!!
Tonight's
Trail Conditions Are Sponsored By
Clark Marine & Snowmobile Rental

Old Forge --
Pray For Minimal
Rain...
By Magnum
Thursday, 05 March 2009, at 12:22 a.m.
The temperature is approximately 21 F degrees. Wednesday was
mostly sunny and overcast, with a temperature high in the
lower 20's.
Old Forge has approximately 4 to 18 inches of snow
on the ground. The higher elevation areas like Stillwater
have approximately 4 to 10 inches more. The lower elevation
areas like Forestport have 4 to 20+ inches and Brantingham
has 4 to 18+ inches of snow on the ground. These are
estimated snow depths on average.
Traffic in the area was low, although there were a good
amount of riders hitting the trails, with the wet forecast
coming.
Tonight, the trails are hard packed,
with some icy spots. The sun hasn't been helping and
has created a shinny glaze. South of Thendara towards White Lake was in
good
to fair condition, with some bare spots and ice. Continuing South to Forestport and Alder
Creek was in good to fair condition, with some bare spots
and ice. Heading towards
Boonville was in good to fair condition, with bare spots and
some icy spots. This area is still very passable. The Railroad tracks heading to Big
Moose Station were in fair to good condition. Be alert to where the
rails are exposed. Trail 1 heading out of Old Forge was
groomed and
in good condition, with some thin spots. Trail 3 was groomed and
in good condition, with a few turns that are
thin to bare and have some ice. Trails 7, 8,
and 9 were groomed and in good condition, with some
thin to bare turns and some ice. Trail 10 was
groomed and in good to fair condition, with thin to bare cover on
the turns and some ice. As you travel on Trail 5
towards Route 28, the roads have limited to no snow cover
and some ice. Continuing
on Trail 5 past Daiker’s Inn was in good to fair condition, with a couple thin to bare spots and
ice. Heading through Inlet was in good
condition, with some bare spots.
Continuing towards Moose River Plains was in fair to good condition,
with bare spots and some ice.
Passing Limekiln Lake, through the Moose River Pains was in
good condition, with some ice. The snow depths increased as
you approach the Big T as well. Heading North to
Stillwater, using Big Moose Road, has no snow
coverage through Eagle Bay. Heading North on Stillwater Road
to Stillwater has better cover, past Trail 2 and 10. Heading
South to Brantingham was in fair to good condition, with
some ice.
Continuing past the Pine Tree Inn, has limited to no snow
cover. Continuing to the drive-in theater and the RVI
Restaurant, near Rt.12, has limited to no snow coverage
and was in fair condition. Ride early for the best
conditions.
When riding the area, be alert to riding in fields, where
stumps, rocks and debris are shielded by snow. Open fields
are full of hidden surprises. Just stay on the marked trails
and you'll be fine. Be alert to riding on lakes and
reservoirs. Always talk to locals before riding on what
appears to be frozen water. Currently places like 4th
Lake are very slushy, be careful. Ride At Your Own
Risk.
Thursday is expected to be clear, with a temperature high in
the lower 30's.
There's a chance of a Winter mix of freezing rain and snow
Thursday night into Friday. Rain is expected on
Friday, with a
temperature high in the mid 40's. There's a chance
of rain on Saturday and Sunday, with a temperature high in the
lower 40''s. Monday may bring another mix of rain and
snow. We'll see
what develops...
Ride Safe… Think A Lot Of Snow & I'll See You On The
Trails!!
Tonight's
Trail Conditions Are Sponsored By
Clark Marine & Snowmobile Rental

Old Forge --
March Rolls In
Like A Lamb...
By Magnum
Wednesday, 04 March 2009, at 12:12 a.m.
The temperature is approximately 12 F degrees. Tuesday was
mostly sunny and overcast, with a temperature high in the
lower 20's.
Old Forge has approximately 4 to 18 inches of snow
on the ground. The higher elevation areas like Stillwater
have approximately 4 to 10 inches more. The lower elevation
areas like Forestport have 4 to 20+ inches and Brantingham
has 4 to 18+ inches of snow on the ground. These are
estimated snow depths on average.
Traffic in the area was low.
Tonight, the trails are hard packed,
with some icy spots. The sun hasn't been helping. South of Thendara towards White Lake was in
good
to fair condition, with some bare spots and ice. Continuing South to Forestport and Alder
Creek was in good to fair condition, with some bare spots
and ice. Heading towards
Boonville was in good to fair condition, with bare spots and
some icy spots. This area is still very passable. The Railroad tracks heading to Big
Moose Station were in fair to good condition. Be alert to where the
rails are exposed. Trail 1 heading out of Old Forge was
groomed and
in good condition. Trail 3 was groomed and
in good condition, with a few turns that are
thin to bare and have some ice. Trails 7, 8,
and 9 were groomed and in good condition, with some
thin to bare turns and some ice. Trail 10 was
in good condition, with thin to bare cover on
the turns and some ice. As you travel on Trail 5
towards Route 28, the roads have limited to no snow cover
and some ice. Continuing
on Trail 5 past Daiker’s Inn was in good to fair condition, with a couple thin to bare spots and
ice. Heading through Inlet was in good
condition, with some bare spots.
Continuing towards Moose River Plains was in fair to good condition,
with bare spots and some ice.
Passing Limekiln Lake, through the Moose River Pains was in
good condition, with some ice. The snow depths increased as
you approach the Big T as well. Heading North to
Stillwater, using Big Moose Road, has no snow
coverage through Eagle Bay. Heading North on Stillwater Road
to Stillwater has better cover, past Trail 2 and 10. Heading
South to Brantingham was in fair to good condition, with
some ice.
Continuing past the Pine Tree Inn, has limited to no snow
cover. Continuing to the drive-in theater and the RVI
Restaurant, near Rt.12, has limited to no snow coverage
and was in fair condition. Ride early for the best
conditions.
When riding the area, be alert to riding in fields, where
stumps, rocks and debris are shielded by snow. Open fields
are full of hidden surprises. Just stay on the marked trails
and you'll be fine. Be alert to riding on lakes and
reservoirs. Always talk to locals before riding on what
appears to be frozen water. Currently places like 4th
Lake are very slushy, be careful. Ride At Your Own
Risk.
Wednesday into
Thursday is expected to be clear, with a temperature high in
the lower 20's and rising to the lower 30's by Thursday.
There's a chance of a Winter mix of freezing rain and snow
Thursday night into Friday, with a
temperature high in the upper 30's and lower 40's. There's a chance
of rain or snow on Saturday and Sunday, with a temperature high in the
lower 40''s. Monday may bring another mix of rain and
snow. We'll see
what develops...
Ride Safe… Think A Lot Of Snow & I'll See You On The
Trails!!
Tonight's
Trail Conditions Are Sponsored By
Clark Marine & Snowmobile Rental

Old Forge --
Everywhere But
Here...
By Magnum
Tuesday, 03 March 2009, at 12:54 a.m.
The temperature is approximately 5 F degrees. Monday was
mostly overcast, with a temperature high in the lower 20's.
The snow that most of the lower states and East coast
received, missed us. At least the temperatures have
been low, preserving the snow we do have.
Old Forge has approximately 4 to 18 inches of snow
on the ground. The higher elevation areas like Stillwater
have approximately 4 to 10 inches more. The lower elevation
areas like Forestport have 4 to 20+ inches and Brantingham
has 4 to 18+ inches of snow on the ground. These are
estimated snow depths on average.
Traffic in the area was low.
Tonight, the trails are hard packed. South of Thendara towards White Lake was in
good
to fair condition, with some ice. Continuing South to Forestport and Alder
Creek was in good to fair condition, with some ice. Heading towards
Boonville was in good to fair condition, with bare spots and
some icy spots. This area is still very passable. The Railroad tracks heading to Big
Moose Station were in fair to good condition. Be alert to where the
rails are exposed. Trail 1 heading out of Old Forge was
groomed and
in good condition. Trail 3 was groomed and
in good condition, with a few turns that are
thin to bare and have some ice. Trails 7, 8,
and 9 were groomed and in good condition, with some
thin to bare turns and some ice. Trail 10 was
in good condition, with thin to bare cover on
the turns and some ice. As you travel on Trail 5
towards Route 28, the roads have limited to no snow cover
and some ice. Continuing
on Trail 5 past Daiker’s Inn was in good to fair condition, with a couple thin to bare spots and
ice. Heading through Inlet was in good
condition, with some bare spots.
Continuing towards Moose River Plains was in fair to good condition,
with bare spots and some ice.
Passing Limekiln Lake, through the Moose River Pains was in
good condition, with some ice. The snow depths increased as
you approach the Big T as well. Heading North to
Stillwater, using Big Moose Road, has no snow
coverage through Eagle Bay. Heading North on Stillwater Road
to Stillwater has better cover, past Trail 2 and 10. Heading
South to Brantingham was in fair to good condition, with
some ice.
Continuing past the Pine Tree Inn, has limited to no snow
cover. Continuing to the drive-in theater and the RVI
Restaurant, near Rt.12, has limited to no snow coverage
and was in fair condition. Ride early for the best
conditions.
When riding the area, be alert to riding in fields, where
stumps, rocks and debris are shielded by snow. Open fields
are full of hidden surprises. Just stay on the marked trails
and you'll be fine. Be alert to riding on lakes and
reservoirs. Always talk to locals before riding on what
appears to be frozen water. Currently places like 4th
Lake are very slushy, be careful. Ride At Your Own
Risk.
Tuesday
is expected to be clear, with a
temperature highs in the lower teens. Wednesday into
Thursday is expected to be clear, with a temperature high in
the lower 20's and rising to the lower 30's by Thursday.
There's a chance of freezing rain on Friday, with a
temperature high in the upper 30's. There's a chance
of rain or snow on Saturday, with a temperature high in the
upper 30's. Snow is in the forecast for Sunday. We'll see
what develops...
Ride Safe… Think A Lot Of Snow & I'll See You On The
Trails!!
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Old Forge --
Start The Snow
Dance...
By Magnum
Monday, 02 March 2009, at 12:43 a.m.
The temperature is approximately 6 F degrees. Sunday was
mostly overcast, with a temperature high in the lower 20's.
Old Forge has approximately 4 to 18 inches of snow
on the ground. The higher elevation areas like Stillwater
have approximately 4 to 10 inches more. The lower elevation
areas like Forestport have 4 to 20+ inches and Brantingham
has 4 to 18+ inches of snow on the ground. These are
estimated snow depths on average.
Traffic in the area slowed down as riders headed back home.
Tonight, the trails are hard packed. South of Thendara towards White Lake was in
good
to fair condition, with some ice. Continuing South to Forestport and Alder
Creek was in good to fair condition, with some ice. Heading towards
Boonville was in good to fair condition, with bare spots and
some icy spots. This area is still very passable. The Railroad tracks heading to Big
Moose Station were in fair to good condition. Be alert to where the
rails are exposed. Trail 1 heading out of Old Forge was
groomed and
in good to fair condition. Trail 3 was groomed and
in good to fair condition, with a few turns that are
thin to bare and have some ice. Trails 7, 8,
and 9 were groomed and in good to fair condition, with some
thin to bare turns and some ice. Trail 10 was
in good to fair condition, with thin to bare cover on
the turns and some ice. As you travel on Trail 5
towards Route 28, the roads have limited to no snow cover
and some ice. Continuing
on Trail 5 past Daiker’s Inn was in fair to good condition, with a couple thin to bare spots and
ice. Heading through Inlet was in good
to fair condition, with some bare spots.
Continuing towards Moose River Plains was in fair to good condition,
with bare spots and some ice.
Passing Limekiln Lake, through the Moose River Pains was in
good to fair condition, with some ice. The snow depths increased as
you approach the Big T as well. Heading North to
Stillwater, using Big Moose Road, has no snow
coverage through Eagle Bay. Heading North on Stillwater Road
to Stillwater has better cover, past Trail 2 and 10. Heading
South to Brantingham was in fair to good condition, with
some ice.
Continuing past the Pine Tree Inn, has limited to no snow
cover. Continuing to the drive-in theater and the RVI
Restaurant, near Rt.12, has limited to no snow coverage
and was in fair condition. Ride early for the best
conditions.
When riding the area, be alert to riding in fields, where
stumps, rocks and debris are shielded by snow. Open fields
are full of hidden surprises. Just stay on the marked trails
and you'll be fine. Be alert to riding on lakes and
reservoirs. Always talk to locals before riding on what
appears to be frozen water. Currently places like 4th
Lake are very slushy, be careful. Ride At Your Own
Risk.
Snow is
likely on
Monday, with a temperature high in the single digits and 1
to 2 inches of new accumulation.
There's a chance of snow on Tuesday, with a
temperature highs in the lower teens. Wednesday into
Thursday is expected to be clear, with a temperature high in
the lower 20's and rising to the lower 30's by Thursday.
There's a chance of freezing rain on Friday. We'll see
what develops...
Ride Safe… Think A Lot Of Snow & I'll See You On The
Trails!!
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Old Forge --
Temperatures Drop...
By Magnum
Sunday, 01 March 2009, at 12:31 a.m.
The temperature is approximately 10 F degrees. The snow that
fell into Saturday morning wasn't enough to cover and
recover some of the areas that were hard hit by the recent
rain. The drop in temperatures have been extremely
helpful in all areas, to at least help to maintain flat
trails and good riding conditions.
Old Forge has approximately 4 to 18 inches of snow
on the ground. The higher elevation areas like Stillwater
have approximately 4 to 10 inches more. The lower elevation
areas like Forestport have 4 to 20+ inches and Brantingham
has 4 to 18+ inches of snow on the ground. These are
estimated snow depths on average.
Traffic in the area was was busy. Many riders ignored
the less favorable forecast and traveled to the area.
Tonight, the trails are hard packed. South of Thendara towards White Lake was in
good
to fair condition, with some ice. Continuing South to Forestport and Alder
Creek was in good to fair condition, with some ice. Heading towards
Boonville was in good to fair condition, with bare spots and
some icy spots. This area is still very passable. The Railroad tracks heading to Big
Moose Station were in fair to good condition. Be alert to where the
rails are exposed. Trail 1 heading out of Old Forge was
in good to fair condition. Trail 3 was
in good to fair condition, with a few turns that are
thin to bare and have some ice. Trails 7, 8,
and 9 were in good to fair condition, with some
thin to bare turns and some ice. Trail 10 was
in fair to good condition, with thin to bare cover on
the turns and some ice. As you travel on Trail 5
towards Route 28, the roads have limited to no snow cover
and some ice. Continuing
on Trail 5 past Daiker’s Inn was in fair to good condition, with a couple thin to bare spots and
ice. Heading through Inlet was in good
to fair condition, with some bare spots.
Continuing towards Moose River Plains was in fair to good condition,
with bare spots and some ice.
Passing Limekiln Lake, through the Moose River Pains was in
good to fair condition, with some ice. The snow depths increased as
you approach the Big T as well. Heading North to
Stillwater, using Big Moose Road, has no snow
coverage through Eagle Bay. Heading North on Stillwater Road
to Stillwater has better cover, past Trail 2 and 10. Heading
South to Brantingham was in fair to good condition, with
some ice.
Continuing past the Pine Tree Inn, has limited to no snow
cover. Continuing to the drive-in theater and the RVI
Restaurant, near Rt.12, has limited to no snow coverage
and was in fair condition. Ride early for the best
conditions.
When riding the area, be alert to riding in fields, where
stumps, rocks and debris are shielded by snow. Open fields
are full of hidden surprises. Just stay on the marked trails
and you'll be fine. Be alert to riding on lakes and
reservoirs. Always talk to locals before riding on what
appears to be frozen water. Currently places like 4th
Lake are very slushy, be careful. Ride At Your Own
Risk.
There's a
chance of snow on Sunday into
Monday, with a temperature high in the mid teens an less
than an inch of accumulation.
Tuesday into Thursday is expected to be clear, with a
temperature highs beginning in the mid teens and gradually
rising to the lower 30's as we approach the weekend.
We'll have to keep an eye on the end of the week as there
may be some rain.
Ride Safe… Think A Lot Of Snow & I'll See You On The
Trails!!
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Old Forge --
The Show Must Go
On...
By Magnum
Saturday, 28 February 2009, at 4:45 a.m.
The temperature is approximately 21 F degrees. The rain fell
steady through Friday, with a temperature high in
the upper 30's.
Old Forge has approximately 4 to 22 inches of snow
on the ground. The higher elevation areas like Stillwater
have approximately 4 to 10 inches more. The lower elevation
areas like Forestport have 6 to 20+ inches and Brantingham
has 6 to 18+ inches of snow on the ground. These are
estimated snow depths on average.
Traffic in the area was almost non existent because of the
rain.
Tonight, the trails are hard packed and well saturated. South of Thendara towards White Lake was in
good
to fair condition. Continuing South to Forestport and Alder
Creek was in good to fair condition. Heading towards
Boonville was in good to fair condition, with bare spots and
puddles. This area is still passable. The Railroad tracks heading to Big
Moose Station were in good to fair condition. Be alert to where the
rails are exposed. Trail 1 heading out of Old Forge was
in good to fair condition. Trail 3 was
in good to fair condition, with a few turns that are
thin to bare and have some puddles. Trails 7, 8,
and 9 were in good to fair condition, with some
thin to bare turns and puddles. Trail 10 was
groomed and in good to fair condition, with thin to bare cover on
the turns and some puddles. As you travel on Trail 5
towards Route 28, the roads have limited to no snow cover
and puddles. Continuing
on Trail 5 past Daiker’s Inn was groomed and in good
to fair condition, with a couple tin to bare spots and
puddles. Heading through Inlet was in good
condition, with some bare spots.
Continuing towards Moose River Plains was in good to fair condition,
with bare spots.
Passing Limekiln Lake, through the Moose River Pains was in
good to fair condition. The snow depths increased as
you approach the Big T as well. Heading North to
Stillwater, using Big Moose Road, has no snow
coverage through Eagle Bay. Heading North on Stillwater Road
to Stillwater has better cover, past Trail 2 and 10. Heading
South to Brantingham was in good to fair condition, with
puddles.
Continuing past the Pine Tree Inn, has limited to no snow
cover. Continuing to the drive-in theater and the RVI
Restaurant, near Rt.12, has limited to no snow coverage
and was in fair condition. Ride early for the best
conditions.
As an added note... I was just discharged from the
hospital Friday evening with food poisoning. Not from
a local business, but store bought seafood.
Unfortunately Thursday's report, with photos wasn't posted
until Friday evening. I apologize for any
inconvenience...
When riding the area, be alert to riding in fields, where
stumps, rocks and debris are shielded by snow. Open fields
are full of hidden surprises. Just stay on the marked trails
and you'll be fine. Be alert to riding on lakes and
reservoirs. Always talk to locals before riding on what
appears to be frozen water. Currently places like 4th
Lake are very slushy, be careful. Ride At Your Own
Risk.
There's a
chance of snow on Saturday, with a temperature high in the
upper teens. There's a chance of snow on Sunday in to
Monday as well, with a temperature high in the mid teens.
Tuesday into Wednesday is expected to be clear, with a
temperature high in the upper teens and lower 20's.
The snow is may fall again by the end of the week.
Ride Safe… Think A Lot Of Snow & I'll See You On The
Trails!!
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Old Forge --
Well Saturated...
By Magnum
Friday, 27 February 2009, at 12:49 a.m.
The temperature is approximately 33 F degrees. Thursday was
mostly sunny, with a temperature high in
the lower 40's. The Sun and warmer temperatures are
having a brutal effect on the lower areas. As I
usually say, I'll take a rainy day over a sunny day...Old Forge has approximately
6 to 22 inches of snow
on the ground. The higher elevation areas like Stillwater
have approximately 4 to 10 inches more. The lower elevation
areas like Forestport have 6 to 20+ inches and Brantingham
has 6 to 18+ inches of snow on the ground. These are
estimated snow depths on average.
Traffic in the area picked up as riders were looking to get
a ride in before the rain fell.
Tonight, the trails are hard packed, with loose snow on top. South of Thendara towards White Lake was in
good
to fair condition. Continuing South to Forestport and Alder
Creek was in good to fair condition. Heading towards
Boonville was in good to fair condition, with bare spots. This area
is still passable. The Railroad tracks heading to Big
Moose Station were in good to fair condition. Be alert to where the
rails are exposed. Trail 1 heading out of Old Forge was
groomed and in good condition. Trail 3 was
groomed and in good condition, with a few turns that are
thin to bare. Trails 7, 8,
and 9 were groomed and in good condition, with some
thin to bare turns. Trail 10 was
groomed and in good to fair condition, with thin to bare
cover on the turns. As you travel on Trail 5 towards
Route 28, the roads have limited to no snow cover. Continuing
on Trail 5 past Daiker’s Inn was groomed and in good
to fair condition. Heading through Inlet was in good
condition.
Continuing towards Moose River Plains was in good to fair condition,
with bare spots.
Passing Limekiln Lake, through the Moose River Pains was in
good condition. The snow depths increased as you
approach the Big T as well. Heading North to
Stillwater, using Big Moose Road, has no snow
coverage through Eagle Bay. Heading North on Stillwater Road
to Stillwater has better cover, past Trail 2 and 10. Heading
South to Brantingham was in good to fair condition.
Continuing past the Pine Tree Inn, has limited to no snow
cover. Continuing to the drive-in theater and the RVI
Restaurant, near Rt.12, has limited to no snow coverage
and was in fair condition. Ride early for the best
conditions.
When riding the area, be alert to riding in fields, where
stumps, rocks and debris are shielded by snow. Open fields
are full of hidden surprises. Just stay on the marked trails
and you'll be fine. Be alert to riding on lakes and
reservoirs. Always talk to locals before riding on what
appears to be frozen water. Currently places like 4th
Lake are very slushy, be careful. Ride At Your Own
Risk.
Rain is
expected on Friday, with a temperature high in the upper
30's. There's a chance of snow by Friday night.
Saturday day is expected to be clear, with a temperature
high in the upper teens. Saturday night into Sunday is
expected to bring more snow, with a temperature high in the
mid teens. The snow is in the forecast for Monday,
with a temperature high in the mid teens. Tuesday
through Wednesday is expected to be clear, The area may see
more snow by the end of the week..
Ride Safe… Think A Lot Of Snow & I'll See You On The
Trails!!
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Old Forge --
Hopefully A Good
Sign...
By Magnum
Thursday, 26 February 2009, at 12:48 a.m.
The temperature is approximately 33 F degrees. Tuesday was
mostly sunny, with a temperature high in
the mid 30's. At the time of this report, scattered
snow was falling in the area, with approximately an inch of
new snow. Hopefully the rain will be limited and the
snow will be plentiful.
Old Forge has approximately 6 to 22 inches of snow
on the ground. The higher elevation areas like Stillwater
have approximately 4 to 10 inches more. The lower elevation
areas like Forestport have 6 to 20+ inches and Brantingham
has 6 to 18+ inches of snow on the ground. These are
estimated snow depths on average.
Traffic in the area was low.
Tonight, the trails are hard packed, with loose snow on top. South of Thendara towards White Lake was in
good
to fair condition. Continuing South to Forestport and Alder
Creek was in good to fair condition. Heading towards
Boonville was in good to fair condition, with bare spots. This area
is still passable. The Railroad tracks heading to Big
Moose Station were in fair to good condition. Be alert to where the
rails are exposed. Trail 1 heading out of Old Forge was
groomed and in good condition. Trail 3 was
groomed and in good condition, with a few turns that are
thin to bare. Trails 7, 8,
and 9 were groomed and in good condition, with some
thin to bare turns. Trail 10 was
groomed and in good condition, with thin to bare cover on
the turns. As you travel on Trail 5
towards Route 28, the roads have thin to limited snow cover. Continuing
on Trail 5 past Daiker’s Inn was groomed and in good
to fair condition. Heading through Inlet was in good
condition.
Continuing towards Moose River Plains was in good condition.
Passing Limekiln Lake, through the Moose River Pains was
in good condition. The snow depths increased as you
approach the Big T as well. Heading North to
Stillwater, using Big Moose Road, has no snow
coverage through Eagle Bay. Heading North on Stillwater Road
to Stillwater has better cover, past Trail 2 and 10. Heading
South to Brantingham was in good to fair condition.
Continuing past the Pine Tree Inn, has limited to no snow
cover. Continuing to the drive-in theater and the RVI
Restaurant, near Rt.12, has limited to no snow coverage
and was in fair condition. Ride early for the best
conditions.
When riding the area, be alert to riding in fields, where
stumps, rocks and debris are shielded by snow. Open fields
are full of hidden surprises. Just stay on the marked trails
and you'll be fine. Be alert to riding on lakes and
reservoirs. Always talk to locals before riding on what
appears to be frozen water. Currently places like 4th
Lake are very slushy, be careful. Ride At Your Own
Risk.
There's a
chance of rain on Thursday into Friday, with a temperature
high in the lower 40. There's a chance of snow on
Friday night. Saturday day is expected to be clear.
Saturday night into Sunday is expected to bring more snow,
with a temperature high in the lower 20's. The snow is
expected to fall through Wednesday, with a temperature high
in the lower 20's.
Ride Safe… Think A Lot Of Snow & I'll See You On The
Trails!!
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Old Forge --
The Rain Shouldn't
Stop You...
By Magnum
Wednesday, 25 February 2009, at 12:15 a.m.
The temperature is approximately 12 F degrees. Tuesday was
mostly sunny, with a temperature high in
the lower teens.
Old Forge has approximately 8 to 22 inches of snow
on the ground. The higher elevation areas like Stillwater
have approximately 4 to 10 inches more. The lower elevation
areas like Forestport have 6 to 20+ inches and Brantingham
has 6 to 18+ inches of snow on the ground. These are
estimated snow depths on average.
Traffic in the area was low.
Tonight, the trails are hard packed, with loose snow on top. South of Thendara towards White Lake was in
good
to fair condition. Continuing South to Forestport and Alder Creek
was in good to fair condition. Heading towards Boonville was in good
to fair condition, with thin spots. This area
is still passable. The Railroad tracks heading to Big
Moose Station were in fair to good condition. Be alert to where the
rails are exposed. Trail 1 heading out of Old Forge was
groomed and in good condition. Trail 3 was
groomed and in good condition, with a few turns that are
thin to bare. Trails 7, 8,
and 9 were groomed and in good condition, with some
thin to bare turns. Trail 10 was
groomed and in good condition, with thin to bare cover on
the turns. As you travel on Trail 5
towards Route 28, the roads have thin to limited snow cover. Continuing
on Trail 5 past Daiker’s Inn was groomed and in good
to fair condition. Heading through Inlet was in good
condition.
Continuing towards Moose River Plains was in good condition.
Passing Limekiln Lake, through the Moose River Pains was
in good condition. The snow depths increased as
you approach the Big T as well. Heading North to
Stillwater, using Big Moose Road, has limited snow
coverage through Eagle Bay. Heading North on Stillwater Road
to Stillwater has better cover, past Trail 2 and 10. Heading
South to Brantingham was in fair condition.
Continuing past the Pine Tree Inn, has thin snow
cover. Continuing to the drive-in theater and the RVI
Restaurant, near Rt.12, has thin to limited snow coverage
and was in fair condition. Ride early for the best
conditions.
As an added note, if you're planning a trip to the area this
weekend, the area should still be in good shape. The
rain that's in the forecast is expected to bring a quarter
to a half an inch of precipitation, which won't effect the
conditions much. Only the paved roads may be effected,
however there's snow in the forecast for Friday, which will
help recover the conditions. Fortunately the groomers
will be rolling before the rain falls. That will be a
determining factor.
When riding the area, be alert to riding in fields, where
stumps, rocks and debris are shielded by snow. Open fields
are full of hidden surprises. Just stay on the marked trails
and you'll be fine. Be alert to riding on lakes and
reservoirs. Always talk to locals before riding on what
appears to be frozen water. Currently places like 4th
Lake are very slushy, be careful. Ride At Your Own
Risk.
Scattered
snow is expected on Monday, with a
temperature high in the upper teens and 2 to 6 inches of new
accumulation. Tuesday through
Wednesday is expected
to be clear, with a temperature high in the mid 20's on
Tuesday and mid 30's on Wednesday. There's a chance of
rain on Thursday into Friday. There's a chance of snow
on Saturday and Sunday. Don't fear the end of the
week's forecast, as a lot can happen between now and then. We'll see what develops.
Ride Safe… Think A Lot Of Snow & I'll See You On The
Trails!!
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Old Forge --
Try A Weekday Ride...
By Magnum
Monday, 23 February 2009, at 12:51 a.m.
The temperature is approximately 15 F degrees. Scattered
snow fell through the day on Sunday, with a temperature high in
the lower teens. Old Forge has approximately
8 to 22 inches of snow
on the ground. The higher elevation areas like Stillwater
have approximately 4 to 10 inches more. The lower elevation
areas like Forestport have 6 to 20+ inches and Brantingham
has 6 to 18+ inches of snow on the ground. These are
estimated snow depths on average.
Traffic in the area was busy.
Tonight, the trails are hard packed, with loose snow on top. South of Thendara towards White Lake was in
good
to fair condition. Continuing South to Forestport and Alder Creek
was in good to fair condition. Heading towards Boonville was in good
to fair condition, with thin spots. This area
is still passable. The Railroad tracks heading to Big
Moose Station were in fair to good condition. Be alert to where the
rails are exposed. Trail 1 heading out of Old Forge was
groomed and in good to fair condition. Trail 3 was
groomed and in good to fair condition, with a few turns that are
thin to bare. Trails 7, 8,
and 9 were groomed and in good to fair condition, with some
thin to bare turns. Trail 10 was
groomed and in fair to good condition, with thin to bare cover on
the turns. As you travel on Trail 5
towards Route 28, the roads have thin snow cover. Continuing
on Trail 5 past Daiker’s Inn was choppy, groomed and in good
to fair condition. Heading through Inlet was in good
to fair condition.
Continuing towards Moose River Plains was in fair to good condition.
Passing Limekiln Lake, through the Moose River Pains was
in fair to good condition. The snow depths increased as
you approach the Big T as well. Heading North to
Stillwater, using Big Moose Road, has limited snow
coverage through Eagle Bay. Heading North on Stillwater Road
to Stillwater has better cover, past Trail 2 and 10. Heading
South to Brantingham was in fair condition.
Continuing past the Pine Tree Inn, has thin snow
cover. Continuing to the drive-in theater and the RVI
Restaurant, near Rt.12, has thin snow coverage
and was in fair condition. Ride early for the best
conditions.
When riding the area, be alert to riding in fields, where
stumps, rocks and debris are shielded by snow. Open fields
are full of hidden surprises. Just stay on the marked trails
and you'll be fine. Be alert to riding on lakes and
reservoirs. Always talk to locals before riding on what
appears to be frozen water. Currently places like 4th
Lake are very slushy, be careful. Ride At Your Own
Risk.
Scattered
snow is expected on Monday, with a
temperature high in the upper teens and 2 to 6 inches of new
accumulation. Tuesday through
Wednesday is expected
to be clear, with a temperature high in the mid 20's on
Tuesday and mid 30's on Wednesday. There's a chance of
rain on Thursday into Friday. There's a chance of snow
on Saturday and Sunday. Don't fear the end of the
week's forecast, as a lot can happen between now and then. We'll see what develops.
Ride Safe… Think A Lot Of Snow & I'll See You On The
Trails!!
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Old Forge --
Just In Time...
By Magnum
Saturday, 21 February 2009, at 2:10 a.m.
The temperature is approximately 21 F degrees. Snow fell
through the day on Friday, with a temperature high in
the lower 20's. At the time of this
report, there were 2 to 3 inches of new accumulation.
That's 5 to 8 inches in the past few days.
Old Forge has approximately 8 to 22 inches of snow
on the ground. The higher elevation areas like Stillwater
have approximately 4 to 10 inches more. The lower elevation
areas like Forestport have 6 to 20+ inches and Brantingham
has 6 to 18+ inches of snow on the ground. These are
estimated snow depths on average.
Traffic in the area was busy.
Tonight, the trails are hard packed, with loose snow on top. South of Thendara towards White Lake was in
good
to fair condition. Continuing South to Forestport and Alder Creek
was in good to fair condition. Heading towards Boonville was in good
to fair condition, with thin to bare spots. This area
is still passable. The Railroad tracks heading to Big
Moose Station were in fair to good condition. Be alert to where the
rails are exposed. Trail 1 heading out of Old Forge was
groomed and in good to fair condition. Trail 3 was
groomed and in good to fair condition, with a few turns that are
thin to bare. Trails 7, 8,
and 9 were groomed and in good to fair condition, with some
thin to bare turns. Trail 10 was
groomed and in fair to good condition, with thin to bare cover on
the turns. As you travel on Trail 5
towards Route 28, the roads have thin snow cover. Continuing
on Trail 5 past Daiker’s Inn was choppy, groomed and in good
to fair condition. Heading through Inlet was groomed and in good
to fair condition.
Continuing towards Moose River Plains was groomed and in good
to fair condition.
Passing Limekiln Lake, through the Moose River Pains was
groomed and in good to fair condition. The snow depths increased as
you approach the Big T as well. Heading North to
Stillwater, using Big Moose Road, has limited snow
coverage through Eagle Bay. Heading North on Stillwater Road
to Stillwater has better cover, past Trail 2 and 10. Heading
South to Brantingham was in fair condition.
Continuing past the Pine Tree Inn, has thin snow
cover. Continuing to the drive-in theater and the RVI
Restaurant, near Rt.12, has thin snow coverage
and was in fair condition. Ride early for the best
conditions.
When riding the area, be alert to riding in fields, where
stumps, rocks and debris are shielded by snow. Open fields
are full of hidden surprises. Just stay on the marked trails
and you'll be fine. Be alert to riding on lakes and
reservoirs. Always talk to locals before riding on what
appears to be frozen water. Currently places like 4th
Lake are very slushy, be careful. Ride At Your Own
Risk.
Friday is expected to bring more snow, with
3 to 7 inches of
new accumulation and a temperature high in the upper teens.
There's a chance of snow on Saturday through Monday, with a
temperature high in the mid 20's. Tuesday through
Wednesday is expected
to be clear, with a temperature high in the lower 20's. We'll see what develops.
Ride Safe… Think A Lot Of Snow & I'll See You On The
Trails!!
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Old Forge --
Keep It Coming...
By Magnum
Friday, 20 February 2009, at 12:20 a.m.
The temperature is approximately 18 F degrees. Thursday was
mostly overcast, with a temperature high in
the mid 30's. By mid afternoon, the snow was falling
pretty steady. At the time of this
report, there were 2 to 3 inches of new accumulation.
That's 2 to 5 inches in the past two days.
Old Forge has approximately 5 to 18 inches of snow
on the ground. The higher elevation areas like Stillwater
have approximately 4 to 10 inches more. The lower elevation
areas like Forestport have 6 to 20+ inches and Brantingham
has 6 to 18+ inches of snow on the ground. These are
estimated snow depths on average.
Traffic in the area was busy.
Tonight, the trails are hard packed, with loose snow on top. South of Thendara towards White Lake was in
good
to fair condition. Continuing South to Forestport and Alder Creek
was in good to fair condition. Heading towards Boonville was in good
to fair condition, with thin to bare spots. This area
is still passable. The Railroad tracks heading to Big
Moose Station were in fair to good condition. Be alert to where the
rails are exposed. Trail 1 heading out of Old Forge was
groomed and in good to fair condition. Trail 3 was
groomed and in good to fair condition, with a few turns that are
thin to bare. Trails 7, 8,
and 9 were groomed and in good to fair condition, with some
thin to bare turns. Trail 10 was
groomed and in fair to good condition, with thin to bare cover on
the turns. As you travel on Trail 5
towards Route 28, the roads have thin to no snow cover. Continuing
on Trail 5 past Daiker’s Inn was groomed and in good
to fair condition. Heading through Inlet was groomed and in good
to fair condition.
Continuing towards Moose River Plains was groomed and in good
to fair condition.
Passing Limekiln Lake, through the Moose River Pains was
groomed and in good to fair condition. The snow depths increased as
you approach the Big T as well. Heading North to
Stillwater, using Big Moose Road, has limited to no snow
coverage through Eagle Bay. Heading North on Stillwater Road
to Stillwater has better cover, past Trail 2 and 10. Heading
South to Brantingham was in good to fair condition.
Continuing past the Pine Tree Inn, has limited to thin snow
cover. Continuing to the drive-in theater and the RVI
Restaurant, near Rt.12, has limited to no snow coverage
and was in fair condition, with thin to bare spots. Ride early for the best
conditions.
When riding the area, be alert to riding in fields, where
stumps, rocks and debris are shielded by snow. Open fields
are full of hidden surprises. Just stay on the marked trails
and you'll be fine. Be alert to riding on lakes and
reservoirs. Always talk to locals before riding on what
appears to be frozen water. Currently places like 4th
Lake are very slushy, be careful. Ride At Your Own
Risk.
Friday is expected to bring more snow, with
3 to 7 inches of
new accumulation and a temperature high in the upper teens.
There's a chance of snow on Saturday through Monday, with a
temperature high in the mid 20's. Tuesday through
Wednesday is expected
to be clear, with a temperature high in the lower 20's. We'll see what develops.
Ride Safe… Think A Lot Of Snow & I'll See You On The
Trails!!
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Old Forge --
Every Little Bit
Helps...
By Magnum
Thursday, 19 February 2009, at 12:44 a.m.
The temperature is approximately 17 F degrees. Wednesday was
mostly overcast, with a temperature high in
the upper teens. By mid afternoon, the winds picked up
and the snow started to fall. At the time of this
report, there were 2 to 3 inches of accumulation. It's
a small flare, dry type snow.
Old Forge has approximately 4 to 18 inches of snow
on the ground. The higher elevation areas like Stillwater
have approximately 4 to 10 inches more. The lower elevation
areas like Forestport have 6 to 20+ inches and Brantingham
has 6 to 18+ inches of snow on the ground. These are
estimated snow depths on average.
Traffic in the area was low but busy for a week day.
Tonight, the trails are hard packed, with loose snow on top. South of Thendara towards White Lake was in
good
to fair condition. Continuing South to Forestport and Alder Creek
was in good to fair condition. Heading towards Boonville was in good
to fair condition, with thin to bare spots. This area
is still passable. The Railroad tracks heading to Big
Moose Station were in fair condition. Be alert to where the
rails are exposed. Trail 1 heading out of Old Forge was
groomed and in good to fair condition. Trail 3 was
groomed and in good to fair condition, with a few turns that are
thin to bare. Trails 7, 8,
and 9 were groomed and in good to fair condition, with some
thin to bare turns. Trail 10 was
groomed and in fair to good condition, with thin to bare cover on
the turns. As you travel on Trail 5
towards Route 28, the roads have thin to no snow cover. Continuing
on Trail 5 past Daiker’s Inn was groomed and in good
to fair condition. Heading through Inlet was groomed and in good
to fair condition.
Continuing towards Moose River Plains was groomed and in good
to fair condition.
Passing Limekiln Lake, through the Moose River Pains was
groomed and in good to fair condition. The snow depths increased as
you approach the Big T as well. Heading North to
Stillwater, using Big Moose Road, has limited to no snow
coverage through Eagle Bay. Heading North on Stillwater Road
to Stillwater has better cover, past Trail 2 and 10. Heading
South to Brantingham was in fair condition.
Continuing past the Pine Tree Inn, has limited to no snow
cover. Continuing to the drive-in theater and the RVI
Restaurant, near Rt.12, has limited to no snow coverage
and was in fair condition, with bare spots. Ride early for the best
conditions.
When riding the area, be alert to riding in fields, where
stumps, rocks and debris are shielded by snow. Open fields
are full of hidden surprises. Just stay on the marked trails
and you'll be fine. Be alert to riding on lakes and
reservoirs. Always talk to locals before riding on what
appears to be frozen water. Currently places like 4th
Lake are very slushy, be careful "Mi Machi". Ride At Your Own
Risk.
More snow is
expected through Thursday, with 1 to 3 inches of new
accumulation and a temperature high in the upper 20's.
Friday is expected to bring more snow, with 2 to 4 inches of
new accumulation and a temperature high in the lower 20's. Snow is in the forecast from Saturday through Monday, with a
temperature high in the mid 20's Tuesday through
Wednesday is expected
to be clear, with a temperature high in the mid 20's. We'll see what develops.
Ride Safe… Think A Lot Of Snow & I'll See You On The
Trails!!
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Old Forge --
Sunny Days Aren't
Favorable...
By Magnum
Wednesday, 18 February 2009, at 12:21 a.m.
The temperature is approximately 26 F degrees. Tuesday was
mostly sunny, with a temperature high in
the lower 20's.
Old Forge has approximately 4 to 18 inches of snow
on the ground. The higher elevation areas like Stillwater
have approximately 4 to 10 inches more. The lower elevation
areas like Forestport have 6 to 20+ inches and Brantingham
has 6 to 18+ inches of snow on the ground. These are
estimated snow depths on average.
Traffic in the area was low, but there are still plenty of
riders running the trails.
Although the past series of sunny days have been nice to
ride, it's been brutal on the snow and the thin to lower
elevation areas like Boonville. Fortunately there's
snow in the forecast for the next few days. Hopefully
it'll be enough to cover some of those bare spots.
Tonight, the trails are hard packed. South of Thendara towards White Lake was in
good
to fair condition. Continuing South to Forestport and Alder Creek
was in good to fair condition. Heading towards Boonville was in good
to fair condition, with thin to bare spots. This area
is still passable. The Railroad tracks heading to Big
Moose Station were in fair condition. Be alert to where the
rails are exposed. Trail 1 heading out of Old Forge was
groomed and in good to fair condition. Trail 3 was
groomed and in good to fair condition, with a few turns that are
thin to bare. Trails 7, 8,
and 9 were groomed and in good to fair condition, with some
thin to bare turns. Trail 10 was
groomed and in fair to good condition, with thin to bare cover on
the turns. As you travel on Trail 5
towards Route 28, the roads have thin to no snow cover. Continuing
on Trail 5 past Daiker’s Inn was groomed and in good
to fair condition. Heading through Inlet was groomed and in good
to fair condition.
Continuing towards Moose River Plains was groomed and in good
to fair condition.
Passing Limekiln Lake, through the Moose River Pains was
groomed and in good to fair condition. The snow depths increased as
you approach the Big T as well. Heading North to
Stillwater, using Big Moose Road, has limited to no snow
coverage through Eagle Bay. Heading North on Stillwater Road
to Stillwater has better cover, past Trail 2 and 10. Heading
South to Brantingham was in fair condition.
Continuing past the Pine Tree Inn, has limited to no snow
cover. Continuing to the drive-in theater and the RVI
Restaurant, near Rt.12, has limited to no snow coverage
and was in fair condition, with bare spots. Ride early for the best
conditions.
When riding the area, be alert to riding in fields, where
stumps, rocks and debris are shielded by snow. Open fields
are full of hidden surprises. Just stay on the marked trails
and you'll be fine. Be alert to riding on lakes and
reservoirs. Always talk to locals before riding on what
appears to be frozen water. Currently places like 4th
Lake are very slushy, be careful "Mi Machi". Ride At Your Own
Risk.
Snow is
in the forecast for Wednesday, with 1 to 4 inches of new
snow and a temperature high in the mid 30's More snow is
expected through Thursday, with 1 to 3 inches of new
accumulation and a temperature high in the upper 20's.
Snow is in the forecast from Saturday through Monday, with a
temperature high in the mid 20's Tuesday is expected
to be clear, with a temperature high in the mid 20's. We'll see what develops.
Ride Safe… Think A Lot Of Snow & I'll See You On The
Trails!!
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Old Forge--
Early Bird Gets
The Better Trails...
By Magnum
Monday, 16 February 2009, at 3:01 a.m.
The temperature is approximately 7 F degrees. Sunday was
mostly sunny, with a temperature high in
the lower 20's.
Old Forge has approximately 6 to 24 inches of snow
on the ground. The higher elevation areas like Stillwater
have approximately 4 to 10 inches more. The lower elevation
areas like Forestport have 8 to 20+ inches and Brantingham
has 6 to 18+ inches of snow on the ground. These are
estimated snow depths on average.
Traffic in the area was
high.
Tonight, the trails are hard packed. South of Thendara towards White Lake was in
good
to fair condition. Continuing South to Forestport and Alder Creek
was in good to fair condition. Heading towards Boonville was in good
to fair condition. The Railroad tracks heading to Big
Moose Station were in fair condition. Be alert to where the
rails are exposed. Trail 1 heading out of Old Forge was
groomed and in good to fair condition. Trail 3 was
groomed and in good to fair condition, with a few turns that are
thin to bare. Trails 7, 8,
and 9 were groomed and in good to fair condition. Trail 10 was
groomed and in fair to good condition, with thin cover on
the turns. As you travel on Trail 5
towards Route 28, the roads have thin to no snow cover. Continuing
on Trail 5 past Daiker’s Inn was bumpy, groomed and in good
to fair condition. Heading through Inlet was groomed and in good
to fair condition.
Continuing towards Moose River Plains was groomed and in good
to fair condition.
Passing Limekiln Lake, through the Moose River Pains was
groomed and in good to fair condition. The snow depths increased as
you approach the Big T as well. Heading North to
Stillwater, using Big Moose Road, has limited to no snow
coverage through Eagle Bay. Heading North on Stillwater Road
to Stillwater has better cover, past Trail 2 and 10. Heading
South to Brantingham was in fair condition.
Continuing past the Pine Tree Inn, has limited to no snow
cover. Continuing to the drive-in theater and the RVI
Restaurant, near Rt.12, has limited to no snow coverage
and was in fair condition, with bare spots. Ride early for the best
conditions.
When riding the area, be alert to riding in fields, where
stumps, rocks and debris are shielded by snow. Open fields
are full of hidden surprises. Just stay on the marked trails
and you'll be fine. Be alert to riding on lakes and
reservoirs. Always talk to locals before riding on what
appears to be frozen water. Currently places like 4th
Lake are very slushy, be careful "Mi Machi". Ride At Your Own
Risk.
Monday is expected to be clear,
with a temperature high in the upper teens. Tuesday is
expected to be clear as well, with a high in the mid 20's. Tuesday night into
Wednesday may bring the next blast of snow or possible rain,
with a temperature in the upper 20's We'll see what develops.
Ride Safe… Think A Lot Of Snow & I'll See You On The
Trails!!
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Old Forge -- Ride
Early...
By Magnum
Sunday, 15 February 2009, at 4:20 a.m.
The temperature is approximately 16 F degrees. Saturday was
mostly sunny, with a temperature high in
the mid 20's.
Old Forge has approximately 6 to 24 inches of snow
on the ground. The higher elevation areas like Stillwater
have approximately 4 to 10 inches more. The lower elevation
areas like Forestport have 8 to 20+ inches and Brantingham
has 6 to 18+ inches of snow on the ground. These are
estimated snow depths on average.
Traffic in the area was
high.
Tonight, the trails are hard packed. South of Thendara towards White Lake was in
good
condition. Continuing South to Forestport and Alder Creek
was in good to fair condition. Heading towards Boonville was in good
to fair condition. The Railroad tracks heading to Big
Moose Station were in good to fair condition. Be alert to where the
rails are exposed. Trail 1 heading out of Old Forge was
groomed and in good to fair condition. Trail 3 was
groomed and in good to fair condition, with a few turns that are
thin to bare. Trails 7, 8,
and 9 were groomed and in good to fair condition. Trail 10 was
groomed and in good to fair condition, with thin cover on
the turns. As you travel on Trail 5
towards Route 28, the roads have no snow cover. Continuing
on Trail 5 past Daiker’s Inn was a little bumpy, groomed and in good
to fair condition. Heading through Inlet was groomed and in good
to fair condition.
Continuing towards Moose River Plains was groomed and in good
to fair condition.
Passing Limekiln Lake, through the Moose River Pains was
groomed and in good to fair condition. The snow depths increased as
you approach the Big T as well. Heading North to
Stillwater, using Big Moose Road, has limited to no snow
coverage through Eagle Bay. Heading North on Stillwater Road
to Stillwater has better cover, past Trail 2 and 10. Heading
South to Brantingham was in fair condition.
Continuing past the Pine Tree Inn, has limited snow
cover. Continuing to the drive-in theater and the RVI
Restaurant, near Rt.12, has limited to no snow coverage
and was in fair condition, with bare spots. Ride early for the best
conditions.
When riding the area, be alert to riding in fields, where
stumps, rocks and debris are shielded by snow. Open fields
are full of hidden surprises. Just stay on the marked trails
and you'll be fine. Be alert to riding on lakes and
reservoirs. Always talk to locals before riding on what
appears to be frozen water. Currently places like 4th
Lake are very slushy, be careful "Mi Machi". Ride At Your Own
Risk.
Sunday through President's weekend is expected to be clear,
with a temperature high in the mid 20's. Tuesday is
expected to be clear as well. Tuesday night into
Wednesday may bring the next blast of snow We'll see what develops.
Ride Safe… Think A Lot Of Snow & I'll See You On The
Trails!!
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Old Forge -- Happy
V.D.
By Magnum
Saturday, 14 February 2009, at 12:15 a.m.
The temperature is approximately 16 F degrees. Friday was
mostly sunny, with a temperature high in
the mid 20's.
Old Forge has approximately 6 to 24 inches of snow
on the ground. The higher elevation areas like Stillwater
have approximately 4 to 10 inches more. The lower elevation
areas like Forestport have 8 to 20+ inches and Brantingham
has 6 to 18+ inches of snow on the ground. These are
estimated snow depths on average.
Traffic in the area picked up into the evening.
Tonight, the trails are hard packed. South of Thendara towards White Lake was in
good
condition. Continuing South to Forestport and Alder Creek
was in good to fair condition. Heading towards Boonville was in good
to fair condition. The Railroad tracks heading to Big
Moose Station were in good to fair condition. Be alert to where the
rails are exposed. Trail 1 heading out of Old Forge was
groomed and in good to fair condition. Trail 3 was
groomed and in good to fair condition, with a few turns that are
thin to bare. Trails 7, 8,
and 9 were groomed and in good to fair condition. Trail 10 was
groomed and in good to fair condition, with thin cover on
the turns. As you travel on Trail 5
towards Route 28, the roads have no snow cover. Continuing
on Trail 5 past Daiker’s Inn was a little bumpy, groomed and in good
to fair condition. Heading through Inlet was groomed and in good condition.
Continuing towards Moose River Plains was groomed and in good
to fair condition.
Passing Limekiln Lake, through the Moose River Pains was
groomed and in mostly good condition. The snow depths increased as
you approach the Big T as well. Heading North to
Stillwater, using Big Moose Road, has limited snow
coverage through Eagle Bay. Heading North on Stillwater Road
to Stillwater has better cover, past Trail 2 and 10. Heading
South to Brantingham was in good to fair condition.
Continuing past the Pine Tree Inn, has limited snow
cover. Continuing to the drive-in theater and the RVI
Restaurant, near Rt.12, has limited to thin snow coverage
and was in good to fair condition. Ride early for the best
conditions.
When riding the area, be alert to riding in fields, where
stumps, rocks and debris are shielded by snow. Open fields
are full of hidden surprises. Just stay on the marked trails
and you'll be fine. Be alert to riding on lakes and
reservoirs. Always talk to locals before riding on what
appears to be frozen water. Currently places like 4th
Lake are very slushy, be careful "Mi Machi". Ride At Your Own
Risk.
Friday is expected to be clear, with a temperature high in
the upper teens. Saturday day is expected to be clear, with a temperature high in the upper
30's. There's a chance of rain Saturday evening. Snow is in the forecast
for Sunday, with temperature highs in the lower 30's.
Monday is expected to be clear. Tuesday through
Thursday may bring freezing rain. We'll see what develops.
Ride Safe… Think A Lot Of Snow & I'll See You On The
Trails!!
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Old Forge -- Mother
Nature Shows Last Minute Love
By Magnum
Friday, 13 February 2009, at 4:41 a.m.
The temperature is approximately 21 F degrees. Rain fell on
the area into the late morning, before turning over to
flurries, with a temperature high in
the mid 30's. By late afternoon the snow was falling
heavier, however some of the lower elevation areas like
Boonville was still receiving light rain. By evening
snow was falling on the lower elevation areas, with 1 to 3
inches of new snow and 1 to 4 inches of new accumulation on
the higher elevation areas.
Old Forge has approximately 6 to 24 inches of snow
on the ground. The higher elevation areas like Stillwater
have approximately 4 to 10 inches more. The lower elevation
areas like Forestport have 8 to 20+ inches and Brantingham
has 6 to 18+ inches of snow on the ground. These are
estimated snow depths on average.
Traffic in the area picked up into the evening.
Fortunately the groomers have been out daily, so the area
trails are in good shape and 100% covered. There are a
few of the turns that are thin to bare. Check out the
photos to see what I'm talking about. There are a few
puddles and thin areas on the lower elevation areas, as
well.
Tonight, the trails are hard packed, with 1 to 3 inches of
loose snow on top. South of Thendara towards White Lake was in
good
condition. Continuing South to Forestport and Alder Creek
was in good to fair condition. Heading towards Boonville was in good
to fair condition. The Railroad tracks heading to Big
Moose Station were in good to fair condition. Be alert to where the
rails are exposed. Trail 1 heading out of Old Forge was
groomed and in good condition. Trail 3 was
groomed and in good condition, with a few turns that are
thin to bare. Trails 7, 8,
and 9 were groomed and in good condition. Trail 10 was
groomed and in good to fair condition, with thin cover on
the turns. As you travel on Trail 5
towards Route 28, the roads have thin to limited snow cover. Continuing
on Trail 5 past Daiker’s Inn was groomed and in good
to fair condition. Heading through Inlet was groomed and in good condition.
Continuing towards Moose River Plains was groomed and in good condition.
Passing Limekiln Lake, through the Moose River Pains was
groomed and in good condition. The snow depths increased as
you approach the Big T as well. Heading North to
Stillwater, using Big Moose Road, has limited snow
coverage through Eagle Bay. Heading North on Stillwater Road
to Stillwater has better cover, past Trail 2 and 10. Heading
South to Brantingham was in fair condition.
Continuing past the Pine Tree Inn, has limited snow
cover. Continuing to the drive-in theater and the RVI
Restaurant, near Rt.12, has limited to thin snow coverage
and was in fair condition. Ride early for the best
conditions.
As an added note, if you're looking for something a little
different while in the area, check out the Soda Fountain
Restaurant in Remsen, which is South of Boonville.
It's a 50's style restaurant with great atmosphere and food.
Check out the link below. I've also added a link to
I.R.O.C. & Beyond Snowmobile Show. I was invited into
the studio this week as a guest. Tune into the
interview as well as other great topics about our sport.
In addition, you'll see a lot of brown snow in the day
photos of the trails. That. sand, pollen and dirt that
had settled on the surface of the the trails and snow banks
because of the recent thaw. At the time of this report
it's all been covered with the recent snow fall. The
conditions are better now. That's why I waited to
evening for the photos, so it gives you the most accurate
idea of the conditions...
When riding the area, be alert to riding in fields, where
stumps, rocks and debris are shielded by snow. Open fields
are full of hidden surprises. Just stay on the marked trails
and you'll be fine. Be alert to riding on lakes and
reservoirs. Always talk to locals before riding on what
appears to be frozen water. Currently places like 4th
Lake are very slushy, be careful "Mi Machi". Ride At Your Own
Risk.
Friday is expected to be clear,
with the temperature highs in the lower 20's.
Saturday through President's weekend is expected to be clear,
with a temperature high in the mid 20's. Tuesday is
expected to be clear as well. We'll see what develops.
Ride
Safe… Think A Lot Of Snow & I'll See You On The Trails!!
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Snowmobile Show I.R.O.C & Beyond
The Soda Fountain Restaurant
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Old Forge --
Zero Visibility
By Magnum
Thursday, 12 February 2009, at 12:39 a.m.
The temperature is approximately 46 F degrees. Around mid
afternoon on Wednesday, the rain started to fall and
continued through early evening, with a temperature high in
the mid 40's and the upper 40's on the lower elevation
areas. At the time of this report, the rain was coming down
pretty steady and thick fog was covering the area.
Old Forge has approximately 6 to 28 inches of snow
on the ground. The higher elevation areas like Stillwater
have approximately 4 to 10 inches more. The lower elevation
areas like Forestport have 10 to 20+ inches and Brantingham
has 6 to 18+ inches of snow on the ground. These are
estimated snow depths on average.
Traffic in the area was a ghost town on Wednesday.
Currently the snow is well saturated and there's pooling
water on the trails. Tonight, I didn't ride because of
the rain and frankly any rider that isn't living under a
rock knew it was going to rain through early Friday morning
and there isn't going to be much riding until possibly
Thursday evening. The good news is there's still
plenty of snow on the higher elevation areas and the
majority of the lower elevation areas, North of Alder Creek,
still have snow. Alder Creek is just South of
Boonville. Gusting winds over 30 mph and snow is in
the forecast by Thursday afternoon, with the temperatures
expected to drop to the mid 20's by early evening. 3
to 6 inches of fresh snow are expected to fall by Friday.
As the temperature drops, be alert to icy conditions.
The
rain is expected continue into Thursday morning, before turning over to snow
by early afternoon, with a temperature high in the upper
20's. By Thursday evening the temperatures are
expected to fall a little more to the lower to mid 20's and
the snow is forecasted to continue with 2 to 6 inches of
fresh accumulation. Friday is expected to be clear,
with the temperature highs in the mid 20's.
Saturday through President's weekend is expected to be clear,
with a temperature high in the mid 20's. We'll see what develops.
Ride
Safe… Think A Lot Of Snow & I'll See You On The Trails!!
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Old Forge --
Warm Temps But No
Rain...
By Magnum
Wednesday,
11 February 2009, at 1:22 a.m.
The
temperature is approximately 41
F degrees. Tuesday was mostly overcast,
with a temperature high in the upper 30's and lower 40's on
the lower elevation areas. Old Forge has approximately 16 to 34 inches of snow
on the ground. The higher elevation areas like Stillwater
have approximately 4 to 10 inches more. The lower elevation
areas like Forestport have 18 to 28+ inches and Brantingham
has 18 to 28+ inches of snow on the ground. These are
estimated snow depths on average.
Traffic in the area was low on Tuesday.
As for now, the trails are in good shape with plenty of
snow, so if the rain does roll through, the trails are flat
and with traffic down there should be little to worry about
heading into the weekend.
Tonight, the trails are a hard packed base, with soft snow
on top. South of Thendara towards White Lake was in
good
condition. Continuing South to Forestport and Alder Creek
was in good to fair condition. Heading towards Boonville was in good
to fair condition. The Railroad tracks heading to Big
Moose Station were in fair to good condition. Be alert to where the
rails are exposed. Trail 1 heading out of Old Forge was
groomed and in good condition. Trail 3 was
groomed and in good condition. Trails 7, 8,
and 9 were groomed and in good condition. Trail 10 was
groomed and in good condition. As you travel on Trail 5
towards Route 28, the roads have thin to limited snow cover. Continuing
on Trail 5 past Daiker’s Inn was groomed and in good
to fair condition. Heading through Inlet was groomed and in good condition.
Continuing towards Moose River Plains was groomed and in good condition.
Passing Limekiln Lake, through the Moose River Pains was
in good condition. The snow depths increased as
you approach the Big T as well. Heading North to
Stillwater, using Big Moose Road, has no snow
coverage through Eagle Bay. Heading North on Stillwater Road
to Stillwater has better cover, past Trail 2 and 10. Heading
South to Brantingham was in fair condition.
Continuing past the Pine Tree Inn, has limited to no snow
cover. Continuing to the drive-in theater and the RVI
Restaurant, near Rt.12, has limited to no snow coverage
and was in fair condition. Ride early for the best
conditions. Note that because of the warmer
temperatures, the area roads have lost their snow/ice cover
and are mostly bare. Hopefully the snow that's
expected by the end of the week will change that, making it
easier to get around.
When riding the area, be alert to riding in fields, where
stumps, rocks and debris are shielded by snow. Open fields
are full of hidden surprises. Just stay on the marked trails
and you'll be fine. Be alert to riding on lakes and
reservoirs. Always talk to locals before riding on what
appears to be frozen water. "Mi Machi". Ride At Your Own
Risk.
The area may see
some rain on Wednesday afternoon, with a
temperature high in the upper 40's By Wednesday
evening, it looks like the heavier rain may fall. The
rain may continue into Thursday, before turning over to snow
by late afternoon, with a temperature high in the upper
30's. By Friday, the temperatures are expected
to plunge down into the teens with possibly more snow.
Saturday through President's weekend is expected to be clear,
with a temperature high in the mid 20's. We'll see what develops.
Ride
Safe… Think A Lot Of Snow & I'll See You On The Trails!!
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Old Forge --
Dance Faster...
By Magnum
Tuesday,
10
February 2009, at 1:40 a.m.
The
temperature is approximately 26
F degrees. Monday was mostly clear,
with a temperature high in the 30's. Old Forge has approximately 16 to 34 inches of snow
on the ground. The higher elevation areas like Stillwater
have approximately 4 to 10 inches more. The lower elevation
areas like Forestport have 18 to 28+ inches and Brantingham
has 18 to 28+ inches of snow on the ground. These are
estimated snow depths on average.
Traffic in the area was low on Monday.
Tonight, the trails are hard packed. South of Thendara towards White Lake was in
good
condition. Continuing South to Forestport and Alder Creek
was in good to fair condition. Heading towards Boonville was in good
to fair condition. The Railroad tracks heading to Big
Moose Station were in fair to good condition. Be alert to where the
rails are exposed. Trail 1 heading out of Old Forge was
groomed and in good condition. Trail 3 was
groomed and in good condition. Trails 7, 8,
and 9 were groomed and in good condition. Trail 10 was
groomed and in good condition. As you travel on Trail 5
towards Route 28, the roads have thin to limited snow cover. Continuing
on Trail 5 past Daiker’s Inn was groomed and in good
to fair condition. Heading through Inlet was groomed and in good condition.
Continuing towards Moose River Plains was groomed and in good condition.
Passing Limekiln Lake, through the Moose River Pains was
groomed and in good condition. The snow depths increased as
you approach the Big T as well. Heading North to
Stillwater, using Big Moose Road, has limited to no snow
coverage through Eagle Bay. Heading North on Stillwater Road
to Stillwater has better cover, past Trail 2 and 10. Heading
South to Brantingham was in fair condition.
Continuing past the Pine Tree Inn, has limited to no snow
cover. Continuing to the drive-in theater and the RVI
Restaurant, near Rt.12, has limited to no snow coverage
and was in fair condition. Ride early for the best
conditions.
It looks like the rain is coming. January's thaw is a
little late this year, however let's see what happens over
the next couple of days. Fortunately
it looks like the snow should return by Thursday and
continue into Friday. The area should be OK, as long
as we get some fresh snow before the weekend. Start
doing the snow dance...
When riding the area, be alert to riding in fields, where
stumps, rocks and debris are shielded by snow. Open fields
are full of hidden surprises. Just stay on the marked trails
and you'll be fine. Be alert to riding on lakes and
reservoirs. Always talk to locals before riding on what
appears to be frozen water. "Mi Machi". Ride At Your Own
Risk.
Tuesday through
Thursday may bring freezing rain and rain, with a
temperature high in the upper 30's It looks
like the snow may return by Thursday evening and continue
through Friday, with a temperature high in the mid 20's.
Friday through President's weekend is expected to be clear,
with a temperature high in the mid 20's. We'll see what develops.
Ride
Safe… Think A Lot Of Snow & I'll See You On The Trails!!
Tonight's
Trail Conditions Are Sponsored By
Clark Marine & Snowmobile Rental

Old Forge --
Could Be A Wet
One...
By
Magnum
Friday, 6 February 2009, at 2:26 a.m.
The
temperature is approximately 14 F degrees. Thursday day was
mostly overcast, with a temperature high in the lower
teens. Old Forge has approximately 16 to 34 inches of snow
on the ground. The higher elevation areas like Stillwater
have approximately 4 to 10 inches more. The lower elevation
areas like Forestport have 18 to 28+ inches and Brantingham
has 18 to 28+ inches of snow on the ground. These are
estimated snow depths on average.
Traffic in the area has been low all week.
Tonight, the trails are hard packed, with loose snow on
top. South of Thendara towards White Lake was in good
condition. Continuing South to Forestport and Alder Creek
was in good condition. Heading towards Boonville was groomed
and in good condition. The Railroad tracks heading to Big
Moose Station were in good condition. Be alert to where the
rails are exposed. Trail 1 heading out of Old Forge was
groomed and in good to excellent condition. Trail 3 was
groomed and in good to excellent condition. Trails 7, 8,
and 9 were groomed and in good condition. Trail 10 was
groomed and in good condition. As you travel on Trail 5
towards Route 28, the roads have good snow cover. Continuing
on Trail 5 past Daiker’s Inn was groomed and in good
condition. Heading through Inlet was in good condition.
Continuing towards Moose River Plains was in good condition.
Passing Limekiln Lake, through the Moose River Pains was
groomed and in good condition. The snow depths increased as
you approach the Big T as well. Heading North to
Stillwater, using Big Moose Road, has limited to no snow
coverage through Eagle Bay. Heading North on Stillwater Road
to Stillwater has better cover, past Trail 2 and 10. Heading
South to Brantingham was in good to fair condition.
Continuing past the Pine Tree Inn, has limited to thin snow
cover. Continuing to the drive-in theater and the RVI
Restaurant, near Rt.12, has limited to thin snow coverage
and was in fair condition. Ride early for the best
conditions.
When riding the area, be alert to riding in fields, where
stumps, rocks and debris are shielded by snow. Open fields
are full of hidden surprises. Just stay on the marked trails
and you'll be fine. Be alert to riding on lakes and
reservoirs. Always talk to locals before riding on what
appears to be frozen water. "A Presto". Ride At Your Own
Risk.
Friday is expected to be clear, with a temperature high in
the upper teens. Saturday day is expected to be clear, with a temperature high in the upper
30's. There's a chance of rain Saturday evening. Snow is in the forecast
for Sunday, with temperature highs in the lower 30's.
Monday is expected to be clear. Tuesday through
Thursday may bring freezing rain. We'll see what develops.
Ride
Safe… Think A Lot Of Snow & I'll See You On The Trails!!
Tonight's
Trail Conditions Are Sponsored By
Clark Marine & Snowmobile Rental

Old Forge --
A
Recipe For Great Conditions...
By Magnum
Thursday,
5 February 2009, at 1:09 a.m.
The
temperature is approximately 3
F degrees. Wednesday day was mostly sunny,
with a temperature high in the single digits.
Old Forge has approximately 16 to 34 inches of snow on the
ground. The higher elevation areas like Stillwater have
approximately 4 to 10 inches more. The lower elevation areas
like Forestport have 18 to 28+ inches and Brantingham has 18
to 28+ inches of snow on the ground. These are estimated
snow depths on average.
Traffic in the area has been low all week.
Tonight, the trails are hard packed, with loose snow on
top. South of Thendara towards White Lake was in good
condition. Continuing South to Forestport and Alder Creek
was in good condition. Heading towards Boonville was groomed
and in good condition. The Railroad tracks heading to Big
Moose Station were in good condition, with drifting snow.
Be alert to where the rails are exposed. Trail 1 heading out
of Old Forge was groomed and in good to excellent
condition. Trail 3 was groomed and in good to excellent
condition. Trails 7, 8, and 9 were groomed and in good
condition. Trail 10 was groomed and in good condition. As
you travel on Trail 5 towards Route 28, the roads have good
snow cover. Continuing on Trail 5 past Daiker’s Inn was
groomed and in good condition. Heading through Inlet was in
good condition. Continuing towards Moose River Plains was in
good condition. Passing Limekiln Lake, through the Moose
River Pains was groomed and in good condition. The snow
depths increased as you approach the Big T as well. Heading
North to Stillwater, using Big Moose Road, has thin to
limited snow coverage through Eagle Bay. Heading North on
Stillwater Road to Stillwater has better cover, past Trail 2
and 10. Heading South to Brantingham was in good to fair
condition. Continuing past the Pine Tree Inn, has good to
thin snow cover. Continuing to the drive-in theater and the
RVI Restaurant, near Rt.12, has good to thin snow coverage
and was in fair condition. Ride early for the best
conditions.
When riding the area, be alert to riding in fields, where
stumps, rocks and debris are shielded by snow. Open fields
are full of hidden surprises. Just stay on the marked trails
and you'll be fine. Be alert to riding on lakes and
reservoirs. Always talk to locals before riding on what
appears to be frozen water. "Cuore U". Ride At Your Own
Risk.
There's a chance of scattered snow
on Thursday, with a temperature high
in the single digits. There's a chance of scattered
flurries on Friday, with a temperature high in the mid teens.
Saturday day is expected to be clear, with a temperature high in the upper
30's. There's a chance of rain Saturday evening. Snow is in the forecast
for Sunday, with temperature highs in the mid 30's.
Monday is expected to be clear. Tuesday through
Wednesday may bring freezing rain. We'll see what develops.
Ride
Safe… Think A Lot Of Snow & I'll See You On The Trails!!
Tonight's
Trail Conditions Are Sponsored By
Clark Marine & Snowmobile Rental
