| Hiking Trail Conditions Report |
 | Peaks |
Mt. Whiteface, Mt. Passaconaway, NH |
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 | Trails: |
Blueberry Ledge Trail, Rollins Trail, Diceys Mill Trail |
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 | Date of Hike: |
Sunday, November 29, 2009 |
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 | Parking/Access Road Notes: |
No snow at Ferncroft..easy parking |
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 | Surface Conditions: |
Dry Trail, Ice - Black, Ice - Blue, Mud, Snow - Wet/Sticky, Standing/Running Water on Trail, Snow - Trace/Minimal Depth, Snow - Spring Snow |
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 | Recommended Equipment: |
Light Traction |
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 | Water Crossing Notes: |
Dicey Mills crossing was low and easily done..my crossing log of choice had some ice so rock hpooing needed |
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 | Trail Maintenance Notes: |
Many blowdowns on Blueberry Ledge trail in the 3000 foot area..some easily removed..some remain..a tough one on ascent to passaconaway will create problems with increased snow depth |
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 | Dog-Related Notes: |
ledges on this route difficult for most dogs.. |
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 | Comments: |
Excellent day with varied conditions..dry on Blueberry ledge to the lower ledges..some black ice to the cutoff jct..Snow started around 2500 feet..never more than 4-6 inches anywhere on this route.. Ledges had ice and snow but microspikes and helping hands..thanks Tim and the young lady who offered Val and Sandy her leg..made them okay.. Microspikes perfect footware today though for a time in mid afternoon we all got some snow balls as the temps rose. Glad we left the snowshoes in the car as they would have been severe overkill on this hike..just a perfect day to be out in the Whites with great views..moderate temps and light winds |
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 | Name: |
silverfox |
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 | E-Mail: |
marktaub@metrocast dot net |
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| Date Submitted: |
2009-11-29 |
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 | Link: |
 https://www.flickr.com/photos/silverfox777/sets/72157622777226993/ |
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Disclaimer: Reports are not verified - conditions may vary. Use at own risk. Always be prepared when hiking. Observe all signs. Trail conditions reports are not substitutes for weather reports or common sense. |
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