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...


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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...


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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...


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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...


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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...


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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...


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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...


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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...


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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...


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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...


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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.


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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.


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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..


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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.


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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.


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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.


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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.


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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.


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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.


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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.


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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.


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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.


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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.


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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.


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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.


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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.


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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.


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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.


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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.


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