Wednesday, March 16, 2011

7" of Wet Snow in last 2 days

It seem like we have gotten ourselves in a convergence zone here with nights staying between 32- 34 and days warming up to almost 40, the snow turns to rain and makes things punchy and sloppy, not much fun to have to go anywhere in for sure...with all of the wet snow it's packing it down and we are at 104" at the sno-tel site and looks like it been knocked offline also...gonna have to make my way up there and see what is happening probably wet snow on the antenna which has been playing havoc here with the satellite also, the dish can handle over a 1 of POW and still function but it only takes about .25" of slush or frozen ice to block off the satellite dish which has been happening lots lately...Be careful out there and do the snow dance we don't need anymore rain...Peace

Sunday, March 13, 2011

1" of Snow...

Well it's snowing now and snowed most of the day yesterday but only 1" accumulated where I measure anyway but it could be a couple more it's just sorta wet but still snowing now.  The road has been used and there is a trail that it seems most stay in making walls on the sides which is actually where it is smoother to ride, they have not yet groomed and I heard that they might be done for the season, but I haven't officially heard that from the groomers yet.  If anyone is going riding today out this direction I could use some 1/2n1/2 and any mail that might be at Midway, but if not no biggy and can't say I'd blame anyone...Just be safe out there as this is still some unstable snow, know where you are playing...Peace

Saturday, March 12, 2011

2" of Wetter Snow

Well it's 32 degrees and we got a whopping 2" of wetter snow since yesterday, it is helping the snow to compact somewhat  but then again it's a little punchy in places...Not much to report other than to be safe out there as we're seeing some slide activity close by so don't take conditions for granted especially in the back country areas, check  conditions before trying something new always better to be safe than sorry...Peace

Friday, March 11, 2011

25" since Tues, mostly wet Snow

Sorry everyone having some technical difficulties lately but since Tues morning we have gotten 25" total snow but since yesterday morning around 11am it started turning wetter snow with some rain mixed in but then it started snowing again about 4pm yesterday but that was rather wet also...It did get down to 28 last night but the daytime temps up into the 40's haven't helped alot but the snow is settling down some, gt out and enjoy it but be careful and aware of what the snow is like where you choose to play...Peace

Wednesday, March 09, 2011

6" of Wetter Snow

Good Morning it's 29 degrees and snowing lightly, we had 6" of snow this morning but it is much wetter snow this morning that it has been lately being baby fine POW.  Yesterday afternoon we had about 8" of POW by 3pm but it got warm and the snow got wet compacting it quite a bit and by 5 pm it was compacted to about 3.5" and even with it snowing most of the night we only got 6" this morning.  This and the warmer daytime temps up to 41 each day will help the snow to consolidate and compact which will stabilize it making it somewhat safer but still be aware of the snow conditions where you choose to play...Get out and enjoy this wonderful whiteness there is something for everyone...Peace

Tuesday, March 08, 2011

8" of POW and Puking Snow

Good Morning it's 26 degrees & 8" this morning and still puking snow...  After a beautiful bluebird weekend with great friends playing , and getting stuck in the POW,  the snow settled some and days up to the low 40's since Sat helped to greatly settle things down after getting an average of 1' of POW per day since last Sun morning early. The snow has settled to 89"as of yesterday but with the new snow today we're back to 98" but that will settle today.  Get out and enjoy it while it's here but also be aware of your surroundings as it's still possible to cause slide and big fractures...Don't take anything for granted...Peace

Saturday, March 05, 2011

8" of POW

Good Morning it's 26 degrees and we got another 8" of POW this morning, light, fluffy, and very deep POW...We did hear some sleds come out yesterday and as they were coming hard you could tell the bottom dropped out and it went blaaa, "Oh shit" was what I could hear.  The dogs weren't happy in that the snow is too deep to go out for them right now, yet the martens' just scamper across the light fluffy snow with ease...Blue skies overhead with a few clouds, get out and enjoy the POW but be safe it is very unstable snow still and over 6' has fallen since Sun am...Peace

Friday, March 04, 2011

Clearer Skies Today 7" POW

Good Morning it's 12 degrees and we got another 7" of wetter snow but the temp dried it out, this morning skies are clearer with a few clouds looks like it could be  a beautiful day.  The snow is rather bottomless here even places packed down 2 days ago are softening up  so get out and enjoy it but know the snow is very unstable right now so use caution in upper elevations.  Check it out before just jumping into areas your not familiar with.  The groomers are not coming up this way until this system is over and the slides have done their thing probably next week, I'll keep ya updated... Peace

Thursday, March 03, 2011

7" POW Over 5' this Week

Good Morning another snowy 26 degree morning and another 7" on the ground and since Sun  a total of 5' has fallen here, but it starting to settle somewhat, you can still end up in chest deep POW if now careful, trust me, not fun...At this time I've been told the groomer is holding off grooming out this way until the snow stops and any slides that might happen have come down which could be next week.  I've not seen a single sledder since early Sunday morning when it was snowing and getting heavier as the day progressed.  Be careful out there  this is very unstable snow right now as I've heard one more slide happen up valley yesterday.  Be safe and enjoy the POW but know where you are going and check the snow before playing hard, if might just save your life...Peace

Wednesday, March 02, 2011

13" More POW the Dancing Worked

Good Morning it's 29 degrees and we got another 13" of snow since yesterday and since Sunday morning we've received 53" here in Paradise but it is settling some, so be careful ot there very punchy...Yesterday while going to clear the dish heard 2 pretty good slides up valley...Not sure when the groomer will run this week holding off I believe to see what this system does and let any slides come on down first, so be aware there is very deep POW out there and slides are likely in areas prone to slides...Peace

Tuesday, March 01, 2011

6" More POW

Good Morning sorry to be late we got another 6" for a total of 40" since yesterday and the sno-tel site is showing 91" http://www.wcc.nrcs.usda.gov/nwcc/site?sitenum=1171&state=wa
the snow is starting to settle some and will be doing so for a few days with supposed snow on the way but it's not stopped here but it's very light since last night.  Get out and enjoy it but be prepared it's waist deep here and punchy now...Peace

Monday, February 28, 2011

The POW is Here 34" this Morning

Well after not much to speak of for the last month until this past week we were at 4' of snow, but that has all changed we got 34" this morning @ 27 degrees...It's fluffy and deeeep so get out and enjoy it but be safe at least this is what we wanted just didn't expect it in one 24 hour period...Think we'll be staying in since to go anywhere means trudging through waist deep snow and as long as I can still connect to the internet right now inside is looking good...Be safe out there today...Peace

Thursday, February 24, 2011

22 Degrees and 9" of POW

Well it's a POW day @ Trinity so fire up those sleds and come play in some wonderful white fluffy POW so this week over 2' of snow which is great compared to last 4.5 weeks of none to speak of...we're back over 6' once again for the first time since Jan 15...it'd still snowing but no dumping or puking just light baby fine snow with a little wind too...
Get out and enjoy this wonderful whiteness remember just how fast it can be gone once again...Peace

Tuesday, February 22, 2011

Finally after over 1 month POW has returned to Trinity

Well since Jan 17 we have only had about 10" total of snow in several small amounts but it started snowing last evening and been snowing all night and over 14" of fresh POW has fallen here and 26 degrees...This is what most people I know have been looking for so get out and enjoy it, it's definitely wanted and needed here it's gonna be a great day in Paradise...Get out and enjoy some face shotsssss...Peace

Thursday, February 17, 2011

2" of New snow and still snowing

Good Morning it's 27 degrees and snowing and this morning we had 2" of new snow...Last night the clouds cleared away enough for the snow to glisten and brighten up the valley enough to see the mountains all around and we still have 2 days til full moon now if it will just clear each night, but we do need the snow...Get out and enjoy it while it's here...Peace

Wednesday, February 16, 2011

White Trees once again 8" of Snow

It seems as if it's been forever since we really have any real snow to speak of but since yesterday we've gotten 8" of snow some of it wet some of it drier...but at least it's snow...Keep those dancing boots on as we still could use a nice big dump since we are just at about 58" in the middle of Feb and that's not a good thing.  Get out and enjoy it if you can...Peace

Sunday, February 13, 2011

Whoop whoop 3" of Snow finally

Well after almost a month of nothing but warmer temps and several inches of rain we woke up this morning to 3" of wet snow, all the trees are tipped in white and it looks beautiful with all the dirty snow now perfectly white and clean once again...We are currently holding around 50" of snow-pack left which is nothing for this time of year and why we need some more, like all the snow that passed us and headed East the last couple of weeks...
 The last couple of years this seems to be the pattern the east coast gets our snow, they cry because they are getting hammered and have no idea what to do with it while those of us who live for snow watch our snow disappear turning to springtime conditions during the middle of winter...not a good thing at all...Keep dancing get those snow-boots white, hit the drums harder and lets turn this rain back into snow to enjoy the next couple of months...Peace 

Sunday, February 06, 2011

FINALLY it's Snowing Again

There is only about 1/2" of fresh snow right now but it is still snowing and normally I would be very happy seeing that, unfortunately it's 34 degrees and with a freshly groomed trail yesterday this fresh snow will make it nice riding at least...After not getting but 2 " of snow the past 3 weeks and what snow we did get never made it very long and was melted before the next days snow report.  It's nice to see but not sure how long it will stick around and after such warming trends going on lately which has only made it sloppy I'm not sure how to react, so gonna keep on dancing...Get out and enjoy it while it's here as it might not be here too long...Peace

Thursday, January 13, 2011

Another 15" of POW

Good Morning it's 33 degrees and we got another 15" of POW since yesterday morning and still coming down...We now have almost 7' on our gauge in back and 6.5' up at the sno-tel site up above here.  Temps are warmer but the snow is still fairly dry and very fluffy and what base had formed is now soft again and you can punch through if not careful, not the best snow for snowshoes at all...This is supposed to continue today and tonight and possibly turn to rain tomorrow through Friday but being where we are anything is possible as we've seen over and over...Lots of snow sliding off the roofs forming the snow caves once again...Get out and enjoy the POW but be safe out there...Peace

Wednesday, January 12, 2011

15" of POW and chilly temps

Good Morning it's 17 degrees and we got 15" of new POW, very light and dry POW...IT's snowing hard yet it's very fine snow...Let see what today brings supposed to continue snowing all day...might be a big dump, so get those snow clothes out and on and enjoy the snow, it does a body good...Peace

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Monday, January 10, 2011

5" of Snow for the Weekend

Good Morning it's 22 degrees which is nice to have instead of 33 like last week, we got a total of 5" POW for the weekend, the trail has been groomed recently then it was rained on and was packed and fast now there is a nice cushion on it...Temps are supposed to drop and more snow forecast will let you know...get out and enjoy it does a body good...Peace

Thursday, January 06, 2011

Finally some snow sorta

Good Morning it's 29 degrees and we got just a tad over 1" of wet snow with a little freezing rain crust which should help settle it a little more...The road to Trinity was just groomed and in great shape up this direction but wet and rainy down new Atkinson flats...We should be getting more snow after tomorrow and through the weekend with cooler temps once again...If anyone is planning to ride up this way I have a favor to ask before you do...email me @ trinity5.peace@yahoo.com or reply in comments please...Peace

Wednesday, December 29, 2010

No New Snow but Cooler

Good Morning it's 27 degrees and snowing lightly but no new snow overnight, so now the blue skies have been replaced with snowy skies and supposed to get colder tonight finally...This can make things interesting...Had lots of sledders up here yesterday enjoying the bluebird day and playing in the POW so even though the road isn't groomed it's pretty well packed from the sledders and not much snow expected today and supposed to clear tomorrow...Get out and enjoy the snow it does a body good...Peace

Tuesday, December 28, 2010

30 Degrees and 5" of POW

Good Morning it's 30 degrees and another 5" of POW here in Paradise...The trail was groomed on Sat night and has had about 20" of new POW on top of that...Yesterday only saw 6 sledders out this far and they report the road is great nice and smooth with no traffic, they made first tracks...If your still on holiday this is a great day to get out and enjoy the wonderful playground, can even see the sky and surrounding mountains, get out and enjoy it does a body good...Peace

Monday, December 27, 2010

15" of New POW

Good Morning it's 30 degrees and there is a new 15" of POW here this morning so many of the tracks from yesterday are lightly etched in the snow and it has just started snowing once again...we are showing 6.5' on the gauge and the houses are almost completely covered in their winter dress...Snow caves, no wonder it was so warm this morning...Get out and enjoy this snow it's not as wet as the snow from yesterday, make it a great day...Peace

Sunday, December 26, 2010

2" of Snow and a Groomed trail

Good morning after hope you all had a blessed day, it's 33 degrees and we got 2 " of new snow yesterday with the warmer temps snow is settling some and it's a little wetter but not bad at all. Last night they groomed all the way to the TH turnaround which will make it easier for sledders to get here after a tree came down night before blocking the road...So for those of you who want to try out their new presents today is a good day to give it a shot so get out and enjoy...Based on what I'm seeing here off trail is forming a base but these warmer temps are effecting it a little but still not punchy like it's been...Peace

Saturday, December 25, 2010

Merry Christmas got 11" to Play in...

Merry Christmas from Paradise, it's 33 degrees and we got 11" of POW since yesterday which brings us to over 6' of compacted snow on the ground here... This snow is a little wetter so you can almost make a snowball with it and there is at least a base forming now and even off trail only shin to knee deep instead of punching through to your chest...There is a bottom now but power is still your friend especially when playing off trail...

Peace, Bear, Lillie, Gizmo & I want to wish you all the very best for this holiday season filled with Peace, Love and Happiness...now get out and enjoy this snow...Peace

Friday, December 24, 2010

4" of POW

Good Morning it's 29 degrees and overnight we got 4" of new POW, the snow is starting to compact some and not quite as easy to punch through off trail...The trail to Trinity hasn't been groomed since last Wed night but there have been several sledders out to the trailhead turn around...Funny thing is that most of them had to be only trail riders because instead of using the entire road they make one track and everyone seems to use that one track...It's less than 1' on the trail so a nicer smoother run is to be had if not using the single track...That is one thing I have never understood but they will leave 3-5' snowbanks to make a single file trail instead of using the entire trail, if that  is all they are gonna do why groom as wide is my question...Get out and enjoy the snow it's not getting some base to it but up here could be 6-15" of new snow on top...Get out and enjoy it, if anyone is thinking of running up this way and wouldn't mind please stop by Midway and pick up my mail and some 1/2n1/2  it will be greatly appreciated...Peace

Thursday, December 23, 2010

6" of baby fine POW

Good Morning it's 29 degrees and the days are getting longer now, we got a total of 6" yesterday of baby fine pow, but with the warmer temps it tries to make a snowball and better than it has been many of the bigger snow pillows formed after the rain have now been covered over pretty well, just be careful when getting off trail or off your sled you can end up chest deep in snow if not prepared and most of all know the conditions of where you are playing...Get out and enjoy the beautiful whiteness, have fun and remember power is your friend in deep soft snow...Peace

Tuesday, December 21, 2010

7" of New POW Overnight

Good Morning it's 28 degrees and overnight we got another 7" of POW and I do mean baby powder fine POW...For anyone wanting to get out and play in the snow today and especially sledders or snowshoers possibly if you come this direction and get off the trail remember Power is your friend, very easy to stick yourself  if not paying attention and stepping off your sled could put you chest deep in snow...Skies are gray and overcast but the snow is white and sticky...Get out and enjoy it today...Peace

Monday, December 20, 2010

2" of POW

Good Morning it's 27 degrees and snowing and overnight we got 2"  is all...Guess with it being holidays now and school out there will be more sledders out on the trails so be careful out there...Should be about 5-6" of snow on the trail since they groomed...Be safe off trail as it is still soft once you break through the crust about 15" deep and it's rather bottomless...so power is your friend...Enjoy the mountains and snow today...Peace

Sunday, December 19, 2010

Only 4" of New POW

Good Morning it's 24 degrees and we got another 4" of baby fine POW. the rain from last week has put a crust about 1' deep and you can punch trough and be up to your waist or deeper very quick...If you are gonna get out and enjoy the beautiful snow be careful, if you get off trail remember Power is your friend, don't slow too much or you will be digging out alot...The road to Trinity was groomed on Thur morning and so it's nice having a little Pow as a cushion to run on...Get out and wake up still a little gray skies but not bad...Peace

Thursday, December 16, 2010

3" of POW and colder temps finally

Good Morning it's 28 degrees and we got 3" yesterday so not much but some, the best thing is that after almost 10 days of night time temps around 33-34 and warmer days to boot it started getting cooler and supposed to stay colder with possible teens overnight...
The trail has been completely groomed to Trinity and it's a good thing as there were quite a number of trees across the road, that might explain why we haven't seen many sledders up this way last weekend or since...According to the groomers some were passable and really large tree has a cut around the end someone made but it wasn't something just anyone could do...In looking out right now I see that it's snowing lightly , so put on your boots and get that snow dance on...Peace

Wednesday, December 15, 2010

11" of POW Overnight

Good Morning it's 30 degrees finally and we got another 11" of POW, not what I expected as far as low temps go but better than 34 overnight, hopefully it will get colder and help set up the snow that has been rain soaked and build a base to grow from now...It's still snowing not as heavy as yesterday but still snowing non the less...Get out and enjoy the beautiful whiteness...Peace

Tuesday, December 14, 2010

Rain finally stopped and 1" of Snow

Good Morning it's 34 degrees and it finally stopped raining after raining since midnight Sunday which has compacted the snow we already had and now we are seeing snow once again and got 1" overnight...The forecast is for more snow and colder temps so put your dancing boots on and bring back the snow...Peace

Monday, December 13, 2010

Nothing New Overnight

Good Morning it's 34 degrees and no new snow overnight but since midnight Sunday we have gotten 3.2" of rain here @ Trinity which has turned the snow into big pillowy looking snow but at the same time it has settled it down now so this is now the base we were looking for now let it snow, so guess we need to do our snow dance today me and the dogs...Be safe out there...Peace

Sunday, December 12, 2010

15" of Very Wet Snow

Good Morning it's 34 degrees and we got 15" of nice POW yesterday up until around 6pm and then it started warming up and turned to rain and now it's very wet snow...If you didn't get out and enjoy it yesterday when it was POW then you missed it because now it's gonna be sloppy and wet but still can be ridden you'll just get wet...I did get a report yesterday that there are a few trees down from Chikamin to Trinity most are small and can be gone over but one is very big but there is a trail around it or was yesterday...Be safe out there this needs a chance to set up some ...Trinity out...Peace

Friday, December 10, 2010

Another balmy morning and another 12" of POW

Good Morning it's 34 degrees and overnight we got another 12" of wetter snow yesterday, seems we are sitting right under the low pressure system...This morning it is snowing lightly but don't expect much today, not until tomorrow night possibly...If you haven't already get out and enjoy this beautiful whiteness it does a body good...Peace

Thursday, December 09, 2010

Warmer Temps but 15" of POW Overnight

Good Morning it's 33 degrees and overnight we got another 15" of POW, took a bit of effort through thigh deep snow to clear the dish to get this out...This brings our total to just under 5' so far not bad for a month, not as good as some years but better than others...This doesn't look like it's done yet but with a forecast of 3-6" for yesterday I'd say they missed it some which isn't uncommon...Get out and enjoy the wonderful POW and get some face shots it'll do you some good...Peace

Wednesday, December 08, 2010

11" of POW Overnight

Good Morning it's 30 degrees and overnight we got 11" of fresh POW, the snow is still coming down but lightly now...For anyone that hasn't been out this way lately that is about 3' of new POW in the last week, and according to today the last time they groomed all the way here was Sat night, but will keep you informed...Get out and enjoy the POW it does a body good...Peace

Tuesday, December 07, 2010

Not Much to Report

Well good morning not much to report snow wise we have received a dusting each day for the last couple of days but not enough to measure...They road to Trinity was groomed on Sat night and there hasn't been much traffic out this way since, we are still holding at about 3' of snow here...If you get the chance get out and enjoy the snow it does a body good...Peace

Wednesday, December 01, 2010

12" More POWder

Good Morning it's 25 degrees and this morning we had another 12" of fresh POW  giving us almost 4' total now...Haven't been out to check to see if they have groomed out here yet, usually I'm the last place that they groom to, just depending on the snow down lower...Peace

Tuesday, November 30, 2010

11" Overnight POW

Good Morning it's 22 degrees and overnight we got 11" of new POW bringing our total to just under 3' here @ Trinity...Depending on how much Fish Lk gets they might start grooming tomorrow 12/1 which is the first day of this being closed off for a Sno-park now...This is nice fluffy POW so get out and enjoy it...it does a body good and definitely makes your spirit happier...Peace

Saturday, November 27, 2010

7" Overnight POW

Good Morning it's about 18 degrees and I see blue skies over the mountains Webcam and overnight we got another 7" of POW  bringing our total to about 28" here...We are way behind what we had at this time last year as far as snow goes but the snow goes out further than it was last year at this time and even snow at Lk Wenatchee already they just might start grooming on Dec 1 about 2 weeks ahead of last year...Get out and enjoy the new snow and sunshine today it does a body good...Peace

Friday, November 26, 2010

11" of Fresh POWder

Good Morning it's 14 degrees and we have gotten a little over 11" of fresh Pow since yesterday and we needed it to help insulate the houses and the dam...After a couple of days of bitter cold temps and freezing up at the dam it started warming up and then snow came back with a vengeance, we've almost doubled the amount of snow overnight... Get out and enjoy it today and this weekend and leave the shopping to those who don't know better...it'll do you some good...Peace

Tuesday, November 23, 2010

3" of New POW and bitter cold temps

Good Morning it sunny and cooooolllddd outside, we got 3" of new POW yesterday and it's 4.5 degrees according to the Davis Weather station out back.  The Trinity Sno-tel site up the hill @ 2860' shows 8.2 deg. Trinity Sno-tel...Get bundled up and go enjoy the wonderful POW...Peace

Monday, November 22, 2010

4" Since Friday afternoon

Good Morning it's 17 degrees still gray skies so far and since Friday night we have gotten a whopping 4-5" of snow here, giving us a total of about 15" so far...Even though it's snowed most of the day yesterday there just isn't much accumulation...temps are supposed to really drop tonight and by Tues night supposed to be -17 with wind chill of -33...Get out and enjoy it while you can...Peace

Friday, November 19, 2010

2" More Snow

Good Morning it's 28 degrees so didn't get as cold as forecast but we did get another 2" of snow overnight, pretty dry sticky kind of snow...Not quite sure what the road conditions are yet because of not taking my truck out yet but based on the number of trees down going up to the dam yesterday I would think there are several across the road...It's overcast and snowing at the present but lightly...Maybe this is now what we have been waiting for, get those sleds and skis ready to get out and have some fun...Peace

Thursday, November 18, 2010

8" of Fresh POW...

Good Morning it's 29 degrees and we got 8" since yesterday morning @ 7am, very nice and POWdery...Everything is now dressed in it's winter whiteness and looks beautiful...Get out and enjoy it if you can...Peace

Wednesday, November 10, 2010

Winter Returns to Trinity

Yesterday morning we woke up to a sunny morning but it wasn't long before the clouds moved in and we could see snow coming in over Massie Ridge and Buck Mountain and around 11am is started snowing here and by dark we had about 4" of fresh snow. This morning we got up to a total of 4.5" of snow and 24 degrees with clear skies.  It's a beautiful morning to get out ad take a walk in the first real snow of the yr meaning it lasted overnight but the temps today could change that...Get out and enjoy this wonderful time of year it's beautiful and white...Peace

Friday, April 09, 2010

5" More Snow and back over 7' on gauge

Well good morning it's 27 degrees the winds are blowing and we have 7' on the gauge once again. We've gotten more snow in April than all of Mar. This will help the snow pack to hang around a little longer and that we definitely need.  Get out and enjoy this beautiful snow but be careful the winds can blind you with the snow. Another beautiful day in Paradise...Peace

Thursday, April 08, 2010

4.5" of New POW Overnight

Good Morning it's 28 degrees and very windy with blowing snow at times very difficult to see anything  in almost white out conditions.  Winds blowing up to 25 mph adding to the difficulty of seeing outside. A good day for staying inside I believe, getting things done there today.  We have already gotten more snow in the last 10 days than almost all of Mar and Feb, so don't put those snowmobiles away just yet Old Man Winter is hanging on a little longer and I have to admit I love it...Get out and enjoy it while it's still snowing.  Peace 

Monday, April 05, 2010

4" Overnight This is April Right?

Well after not getting much snow in Feb or Mar  it seems April wants to start out with a Dump or 2 and this morning we had another 4" of fluffy white stuff called Snow and we love it and still need it here but it sure messed other things up. Hasn't effected our flowers here since they are all still buried and I can put this snow to use actually.  If you had already put those sleds away you might just want to pull them back out for some great late season riding. Get out and enjoy some late season beauty, it does a body and spirit good.  Peace

Saturday, April 03, 2010

14" of New POW

Well it's been a while but yesterday we were given a blessing of 14" of new POW it's soft and fluffy so those of you still wanting to ride today might just be the best chance of it in a while. The road was pretty clear to the dumpsters as of Wed but not sure what about now but would think it probably still is open that far, it won't be groomed so you will be able to float and no need for ice scratchers today.  Get out and enjoy this beautiful winterland experience it will do a body and spitir good.  Peace

Friday, March 12, 2010

Whoo Hoo 12" of Beautiful Snow

Good Morning it's 32 degrees and we had another 12" of snow this morning giving us 15" since Wed night and only 2" less than all of Feb.  I'm grateful to see this happening and if you've put away those skis and given up riding you snowmobile much more forget it , break them out and go enjoy this wonderful POW especially at higher elevations while it is a little wetter here @ 2800'.  Not sure how long this will be here but the dogs and I will enjoy every minute of it and you should too, it's not really Spring just yet and to think the forecasters have been right  2 out of the last 7 days, might be a record. Get out and enjoy this wonderful whiteness.  Peace

Thursday, March 11, 2010

Got Snow, Still Hanging On

Well for all of you that have been getting excited at the forecast of snow and believed it you have probably been just as disappointed as I have been, watching blue skies and warm temps.  Well this morning woke up to 3" of new snow and 28 degrees but not expecting it to stick around long. At least it turned things white sorta anyway and more in forecast so lets see if they have finally figured it out, as long as it snows I'll keep reporting it to ya'll.  Peace

Saturday, February 27, 2010

4" of Fluffy Whiteness

Good Morning it's 32 degrees and in last 24 hours we received another 4" of snow which put us back over 7' on the gauge so at least it is holding well.  This is a combination of dry and wet snow  but the warm temps make it soft but you won't punch through so still good for going anywhere. Get out and enjoy it up higher has even better snow everything is white once again.  Peace

Friday, February 26, 2010

1.5" New snow

Good Morning it's 32 degrees and snowing currently 1.5" of new but have to say the snow is wetter than the last 2 days which doesn't excite me as much but hey it's snow and that is what counts for sure. Everything is socked in here today not many photo ops today but get out and enjoy it anyway.

Thursday, February 25, 2010

1" More Snow

Good Morning it's 31 degrees and we received 1" more snow overnight but can already see blue skies peeking through, gonna be another beautiful day.  The snow on the ground has been so cold that even when it got up to almost 40 yesterday the snow stayed powdery instead of turning wet which make is nice, the road out was groomed Wed morning early enough to allow new snow on top making for a nice ride according to some visitors we had.  Get out and enjoy it while you can it does a body good.

Wednesday, February 24, 2010

2" of New Snow Overnight

Good Morning it's 30 degrees and today we have 2" of new snow on the ground, baby fine POW and wonderful to see so now we will have to see what happens today with the temps will they hold the snow or will it be gone as fast as it came.  Stay tuned and get out and enjoy it while it's here it really does a body good.  Peace

Tuesday, February 16, 2010

Started as Rain but Snowing Now

 Good Morning it is 32 degrees and at 5am it was raining and very light snow on trees but as morning got closer then the rain started changing to snow which is always nice to have but the big question is how long will it last.  No matter we will go enjoy it as long as it's here and with still 7' on the ground it should stick around for a while.  Have a wonderful week and keep doing those snow dances but do extra cold weather steps.  Peace

Friday, February 12, 2010

3" Overnight

Good Morning it's 32 degrees and we got 3" overnight of snow and even though it's been a while since we've gotten snow this helped and this morning the fog pushed in but Bluebird skies above gonna be a beautiful day in Paradise get out and enjoy it while it's here you just can't judge what is here based on what you see down below near the lakes. Wanting more of course but this is better than none, don't put those dancing boots away just yet, now it needs to cool down a bit more.  Peace

Thursday, February 11, 2010

1.5" and Still Snowing

 Good Morning it's 30 degrees and we got 1.5" overnight, not alot but at least it is snow. The trail out here hadn't been groomed lately but except for a few bumps along the way it's not bad for traveling. Most of the larger fields from Atkinson Flats south have been shredded and few sledders have made it beyond there it seems they turn around and head back. If you really like to ride and not just trails you have to keep going north that is where the real snow is, get out and enjoy it.

Friday, February 05, 2010

1" Overnight

Good Morning it's 32 degrees and we got 1" overnight but more than the last 2 morning of just dustings not even enough to measure.  The temps have been staying consistently warm, not much below freezing but at least it's snowing and not rain.  Waiting for the temps to drop some would be nice.  Get out and enjoy it while we can.

Tuesday, February 02, 2010

A Little Snow

Good Morning it's 30 degrees and overnight we received a whopping .75" of snow, just enough to dust things up a little, but we could really use more.  At least it is staying colder than it has been lately which could be a good sign for Feb, we'll see since this is just the 2nd.  Get out and enjoy it the trail is still in pretty good shape after the weekend, might be bumpy in some places.  Peace

Saturday, January 30, 2010

5" Overnight

Good Morning it's a balmy 31 degrees and we received 5" of snow overnight. The groomer arrived this morning about 2:30 and has groomed all the way into Trinity making a few passes around the area that had been prepped for the dogs for the Cascade Quest coming here today after noon.  For those dog teams it's wet snow and never got cold enough to set it up.  Run hard, run swift, and enjoy the snow, Good Luck to all of the teams today and rest of the weekend.

Tuesday, January 26, 2010

Just a Dusting Overnight

Good Morning it is 28 degrees and just a light dusting of snow.  Not mush else to report this morning it did warm up yesterday during the day but this morning is more overcast but the mountains are peeking out of the clouds.  Get out and enjoy it .

Monday, January 25, 2010

11" of Fresh Baby Fine POW

Good Morning it's 29 degrees and we received 11" of baby fine POW here since yesterday just a little more than the 2-5" forecast but I'm not complaining at all, I just need to get a job as forecaster getting paid good money to guess and be wrong 90% of the time.  The trail here is in great shape it was groomed Fri night and was like a hwy but hard on Sat so this will give it a nice cushion for anyone coming out this direction. The temps have been going into the high 20's at night which is what we have needed to set this snow up and pull some of the moisture out making it even better.  This is what we have been looking for so get out and enjoy it, it'll do a body good.  Peace

Thursday, January 21, 2010

.5" of snow not much but still snow

It seems the warmer weather has been hanging around way too long for my liking and even though the snow is wet we still received .5" overnight, the trail is in good shape but hasn't been groomed as of yesterday but I haven't checked this morning yet.  I just would like to see it about 10 degrees cooler would be nice.  Get out and enjoy it while you can.  Peace

Monday, January 18, 2010

Very Wet Snow 3"

Good Morning it's 32 degrees and has been since yesterday afternoon. We received another 3" of very wet snow, it packs nicely but it is wet none the less. That gives us a total of 82" for the month of Jan.  Fortunately we didn't get any rain with it.  Get out and enjoy it if you can, if does a body good.

Sunday, January 17, 2010

4" Overnight

Good Morning it's 31 degrees and overnight another 4" of POW fell here at Trinity. After bluebird skies yesterday morning the storm started moving in around 3pm on the mountains and seemed to be moving fast the fog showed up here and started snowing around dark.  The snow is still in good shape, higher elevation snow is much drier and fluffier and deeper for sure.  If you haven't gone out to play in it you are missing out, it does a body and spirit good.  Peace

Saturday, January 16, 2010

6" yesterday, for almost 18" since Thur am.

Good Morning it's 23 degrees and yesterday it snowed here all day until just before dark then nothing overnight but we still got 6" and no rain so nothing to sneeze at. The trail here is in good shape the colder temps helped set up the snow leaving a crust but also pulling out moisture which will make more POW.  From the sno-park  to around the Little Giant curve only amounts of an inch to about 6" but from there it starts getting deeper to Trinity. This is what you have been looking for so get out and enjoy it while it's here and take advantage of it, it'll do you some good.  Peace

Friday, January 15, 2010

8" of New Snow Overnight

Good Morning it's 32 degrees and overnight we received 8" of new snow, it would be nice if it would cool down a bit though to allow the snow to firm up a little. The snow is still soft and you should use use some caution though because one place can be firm and next step you can punch through to your thighs. It's gonna be a great day no matter what, get out and enjoy it.  Peace

Thursday, January 14, 2010

3" of Snow Overnight

Good Morning it's a warm 32 degrees this morning but we did receive 3" of new snow and that is better than rain, so no complaints.  Not much else to report though the road here was groomed earlier this week and as of yesterday only me and the dogs have been out on it and we were walking. We'll keep doing the snow dance but so should you.  Get out and enjoy it no matter what happens it will do you some good.  Peace

Wednesday, January 13, 2010

Well it's Snowing

Well it's 32 degrees and currently it is snowing not raining.  We still have a base of 7' here with the settling and compaction due to  the rain though. The road to Trinity was groomed as of Monday night or Tues night not sure exactly.  What we really need now is for the temps to drop back into the 20's to make it good again.  Nothing else to report at this time. 

Tuesday, January 12, 2010

4" of Very Wet Snow

We were doing so good and then yesterday arrived and with it snow all day but then it got warmer overnight and that brought the rains, not enough to show on the weather station yet got to get through the snow but rain no less. Fortunately it's stopped for now and when it like this it is better to stay off of it if possible so it can settle the snow we have and just pray for colder temps, this shouldn't effect the weekend of fun as long as the forecast snow gets here and the temps go down, will keep you informed as to what happens.  Have a wonderful day.  Peace

Monday, January 11, 2010

4" overnight

After a warmer weekend without much new snow we didn't get the rain or wintry mix forecast which was nice, even though the temps did help pack things down again and this morning we have 4" of fluffy whiteness and it's still coming down. We have over 7' of base here this year which is really wonderful to have.  I'm not convinced the forecasters know what they are doing supposed to be a much drier winter and I just haven't seen it that way at all but then again I'm not from the dark side.  If you are working have a good day if not get out and enjoy a great playtime in this wonderful snow. 
We have now had a total of 16' of snow since first snow in Nov and that includes the 44" so far this month & 2010.   Peace

Saturday, January 09, 2010

Whoo Hoo 6" of New Snow

Good Morning it's 23 degrees and overnight we received 6" of POW.  This is what you have been looking for and it arrived so get out there and enjoy the wonderful whiteness.  The run out here should be smooth and fast or anywhere out this direction.For Jan that gives us a total snow fall of 39" so far and over 7' of base here, something we just normally don't have at this time of year. get out and enjoy the snow, it's a beautiful day. 

Friday, January 08, 2010

1.5" of new snow overnight

Good Morning it's 21 degrees here at Trinity and we had about 1.5" of new snow overnight and it is snowing lightly right now.  The colder temps have not frozen the snow but have made it nice POW to ride and play in.  The next couple of days could be a bit iffy but other than that should be fine here and for anyone wanting to get out and enjoy it. The trail to Trinity was groomed earlier this week and fast according to those that have been out here this week.  Don't let good POW go to waste get out and enjoy it with family and friends. 

Tuesday, January 05, 2010

6" of Wetter Snow overnight

Good Morning we have a balmy 31.5 today and overnight we got another 6" of wetter snow with some flakes this morning the size of silver dollars but we haven't had any rain so far.  Now we need colder temps to draw out the moisture and again we will have wonderful POW.  FYI the road to Trinity was groomed early Monday morning.  Might want to hold off snowmobiling like this even though the snow is good just causes much bigger ruts and if forecast are correct the temps will be dropping tonight and those ruts would freeze making it even more difficult to maneuver over.  Peace

Monday, January 04, 2010

3.5" of Snow overnight

This morning we had 3.5" of new snow to report here. As of yesterday they still haven't groomed out this far again but that just made for nice riding for snowmobiles with a slight crust and 6" of POW underneath. We now have over received 173.5" of snow since it started falling in Oct and there is 5-6' of base @ 2800' and it just gets better from here.  Get out and enjoy it it does a body good and the trail here is fine.

Saturday, January 02, 2010

Warmer night & 11" more snow

Well the new year is starting off with plenty of snow.  Yesterday the snow was fairly dry and you couldn't make snowballs without using a ice chest to get a snowball 4", it was very fluffy.  The temps continued to climb throughout the day and this morning we are at 30 degrees we had a little over 11" of new snow, even though this is much wetter snow compacting slowly and we have 6.75' on our gauge.  As of this writing we are getting frozen rain/sleet snow mix.  The trees are heavy with  new snow and look beautiful and with all the new snow there still haven't been but maybe 10 sledders out this far where the real snow is.  Get out and enjoy the white wonderland  we call home, it'll do you  some good and a great way to start 2010.  Peace

Friday, January 01, 2010

Happy 2010 Everyone we got Snow

Happy first day of 2010  we got over 11" of new snow yesterday, very dry sticky POW here in Paradise.  We had our first sled dog team arrive around 1pm yesterday so had someone to share chili and homemade bread for supper.  The team had a hard time settling down even after a 23 mile run to Trinity they were just getting warmed up apparently.  that puts us just a little under 6' now but it did stay warmer last night actually getting warmer as the night progressed.  We even were able to see the beautiful full blue moon through the clouds.  This is what everyone says they have been wanting well it is here.  
Get out and enjoy it to start 2010 off with a bang, some face shots and POW everywhere, you might have to wait to throw a snowball though as it is a dry sticky POW.  
May you all be blessed with happiness, peace, love and prosperity, no looking back now but enjoy the moment and each day that comes.  Namaste & Peace from Paradise.


Thursday, December 31, 2009

New Year's Eve 2009

Once again the forecast wasn't even close we got a whopping .5" and that is being generous.  They are calling for 3-5 " on one forecast and 4-8" on the other but as i mentioned before they have been wrong 90-95% of the time this winter.  I've got to get me one of the forecasting jobs, I at least can guess better than they have been with all of their fancy equipment for this area anyway.  This has been a rough year for many and hopefully 2010 will be better for everyone, with foolish laws changed and accountability from our leaders.  Happy New Year from the Trinity5 pack and many blessing for everyone in 2010.  Peace

Wednesday, December 30, 2009

Visions of Snowflakes Falling

With the New Year approaching I did some figuring on our present snow fall situation.  It was forecast to be a drier winter and it seems to have been so far. 
Since the first snowfall in Oct we have received @ Trinity 148.25" or 12.35' of snow up to this morning, yet we have just less than 5' on our gauge.  Problem is that we received rain during that time also  which compacted and settled the snow.  The temps have been colder earlier than last year which has pulled moisture out of the snow especially for what we have now and even though it is firm there is 1-12" of POW on top of a base of almost 4'.  Some places have a slight crust that if broken you can be up to your thigh in POW  baby fine POW.  Last year at this time we already had 6-7' of POW with no bottom, lots of stuck sleds who just didn't use enough power for the conditions.  
Hopefully the new year will bring with it much more snow than we have seen so far but then again I can't complain too much we have accumulated 12+ ' so far.  
Peace, Blessings for the New Year  from the Trinity5 Pack

Well we got snow little over 1"

Well we finally woke up to some new snow but not what everyone was hoping for just a hair over 1" of fresh baby fine POW arrived overnight.  I am happy to say that it is still snowing at this time very small flakes and little accumulation.  Finally saw some other sledders yesterday saying there are areas of the trail out here that are icy but out here it's just POW, so get out there and work off some of the Christmas food you ate playing in the snow, it does a body good.  Peace

Saturday, December 26, 2009

Bluebird Morning 6 degrees and No Snow

Blue skies and cold temps are helping out the snow around here, yet very few people have been this far all week maybe 3-5 sleds this far.  Seems everyone stays close to the snowpark and stay on the trails instead of getting to where the real snow is and having fun, too bad you don't know what you are missing.  Now get out and ride and play in the real snow not what you find in the first 5-7 miles but actually from Fish LK and most of all get off of the trails, snow is firm but POW at the same time, there is a base and so far just me and the dogs have really enjoyed it out here.  Peace

Friday, December 25, 2009

Christmas Morning 13 degrees and White Here

Merry Christmas to everyone, we are having a white Christmas here but no new snow this week, nice and crispy with the inversion keeping the clouds low but the mountains are peeking out.  These temps have made the snow really good around here anyway, get out and enjoy it and play hard so the food won't stay where not wanted, will report the next flakes we see.  Peace Everyone

Tuesday, December 22, 2009

0" of snow overnight

Well we finally got below 32 for the first night in about 4-5 days we are at 28 this morning and it is setting the snow up , not as sloppy as it was.  Nothing else really to report today, the snow is setting up nicely making it easier to get around for sure get out and enjoy it while you can, even the mushers should have good rides if they get away from the snow park and go further north, trail here is in great shape, not torn up like it probably is near the lake.  Peace

Monday, December 21, 2009

4" of New Snow Overnight

Good Morning we are still holding steady at 32 degrees and after snow/rain all day yesterday it finally became snow later in the afternoon with silver dollar size flakes at times some you could barely see.  Got up this morning to 4" of new fluffier but wet snow this morning and putting us back over 5' on the gauge.  I'd like the snow level to stay around 2000' instead of the 5000' it has been the last couple of days and bringing rain instead of snow.  Get out and enjoy it while we have it to enjoy it will do your body some good and definitely do your spirit some good.  Peace

Sunday, December 20, 2009

No Snow

Good Morning it's a balmy 32 here this morning and just a light dusting of wet snow on things here.  I've got to get me a job as forecaster I'm much beter than these jokers that are wrong for this area 90% of the time.  I should have about 10' if you believe them yet only 5' on gauge, think I'll stick to watching the sky and animals instead much more accurate.  Overnight we did get .08" precipitation and for the month only .58" yet we got 33+" of POW this week, now that is some very dry snow.  I'll keep you updated and get out and enjoy the snow, might want to make sure you have your Gore-tex on though.  Peace

Saturday, December 19, 2009

No Snow but .04" Precip overnight

Well after getting snow earlier this week the temps have gone up, overnight here was 32 a big change from last week with -3.  The POW we got is now a little wetter  but also compacting some making it somewhat firmer, on the gauge now we show 5'.  Get out and enjoy the snow while it is here we just aren't looking at getting much this next few days and warmer temps until Monday night when we should be in the lower 20's.  The road to Trinity was groomed on Wed night but not up to Phelps CK TH, you get  to make your won way up there and there is plenty of snow.  Peace

Friday, December 18, 2009

Just a Dusting of Wetter Snow

Good Morning it's 32 degrees and overnight we only got a dusting of wetter snow but nothing to dance about.  The snow was very dry and fluffy couldn't make a snowball type of POW great for snowmobiling or getting those face shots of POW while skiing.  The road to Trinity was groomed night before last and we ended up with 37 degrees yesterday and a warmest overnight  we have had in over a month which should help settle this snow some making it even better.  I'll keep you updated on what we get and the conditions as I know them.  Get out and enjoy this beautiful soft whiteness it'll make you feel young again.  Peace

Thursday, December 17, 2009

13" of New POWder

Good Morning it's 27 degrees and we received 13" of new POWder so since Monday night we have received 33.25" of new Powder here at Trinity and we are showing approximately 5.5' once again which is actually better than we did in Nov by 6".  There is a good base down now and the temps have been warmer the last couple nights.  This is what everyone was waiting for so quit waiting and get out and enjoy this beautiful snow, it'll do your body good.  Not sure about the grooming at this point I know that as of yesterday afternoon nothing here had been groomed except what we have been dragging around here just to make it easier to get around.  Peace

Wednesday, December 16, 2009

8.5 " Overnight

WWell after no snow for almost 2 weeks we finally have started getting some again, got up to 8.5" of new POW since noon yesterday when it started again and the 10" yesterday we've got a new 18.5" of new fluffy white snow on the ground, got to make first tracks yesterday coming home and the snow sure made the trip home much nicer than the ride out where I was having to search for any snow to ride on instead of the ice everywhere.  Get out and enjoy this snow, on the gauge we are showing  about 4.75' today so get out and have some fun it'll do you some good.  Peace

Tuesday, December 15, 2009

Snow finally arrived here

Sorry for being late getting this out but we got about 10" overnight and there is now snow all the way to the snow  park unlike the icy conditions I went out on yesterday.  Was nice making first tracks coming home earlier today and made the ride much easier on my body, lots of face shots & leg shots on the ride home, if this keeps up thee will have enough to finally start grooming just don't know when at this point.  Get out and enjoy this wonderful POW it does a body good.  Peace

Monday, December 14, 2009

1.75" of new snow

Well after almost 2 weeks without snow we finally got a little bit overnight woke up to 1.75" of new Pow, more is supposed to be on the way though.  STill not enough for them to start grooming I don't think that is unless something big happened near Fish LK last night anyway.  I'll keep you posted with whatever we get snow wise or any other conditions you might be interested in.  Get out and enjoy the snow and keep doing the snow dance, fire up those sleds and get ready to ride.  Peace

Saturday, December 12, 2009

Still looking for snow

This is the first morning above 0 we have had all week which was nice but still no snow since the Tues before Thanksgiving, that is supposed to change this week though and I will keep you updated. We still have 3.5' of snow here and with these extreme cold temps the snow is becoming POW once again just have to break up the top layer of frozen snow, in some places you can punch through up to 1' so that is a good thing just have to be careful.  Will update once we have any new snow to report, the road i s still open but not groomed at this point due to lack of snow down at the Fish Lake end of the road.  Get out and enjoy what we do have though and make it a great day. Peace

Sunday, December 06, 2009

Finally Something to report

This morning it is 22 degrees and supposed to get colder as the day progresses, we do have .5" of snow this morning after nothing since the Tues before Thanksgiving, but well below the forecast of 1-3".  The snow on the trail is very hard until you get to Basalt TH, out to Chikamin, not what high powered sleds need for sure unless it is water cooled of course.  Here we still have between 3.5-4' of very hard frozen snow, while at Chikamin is between 12-18" and not sure what is further south at this time.  You don't need snowshoes to go anywhere at this time, while up at the dam about 900' above us still has lots of nice POW with a crust but you can definitely punch through occasionally.  Get out and enjoy it before it gets really cold this evening and first part of the week, that is if the forecast are correct which so far this season are right 3 days out of the last 1.5 months, I need that job getting paid for being wrong 15:1.  Peace