| Hiking Trail Conditions Report |
 | Peaks |
Mt. Shaw, Black Snoot, NH |
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 | Trails: |
Mt. Shaw Trail, Black Snout Trail, Black Snout Spur, High Ridge Trail |
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 | Date of Hike: |
Thursday, March 5, 2020 |
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 | Parking/Access Road Notes: |
No issues. |
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 | Surface Conditions: |
Snow - Packed Powder/Loose Granular, Snow - Wet/Sticky |
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 | Recommended Equipment: |
Light Traction |
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 | Water Crossing Notes: |
The sometimes troublesome crossing on the lower Mt. Shaw Trail was bridged. Not sure how long that will last in the warmer temps. |
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 | Trail Maintenance Notes: |
All in great shape. Some mud is emerging at lower elevations. |
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 | Comments: |
The Mt. Shaw Trail was firm with ice in spots on the ascent but softening later as it warmed. With its southern exposure, snow isn't deep enough to posthole. Black Snout Trail and High Ridge Trail were well packed and firm. Black Snout spur had deeper snow with postholes and was softening. We got away with spikes throughout without damaging the trails but snowshoes may be needed in the higher places as it warms.
Beautiful hike with Chris, enjoying long views, pleasant temperatures and sunshine. Nice to meet Dwayne and Laurie on Shaw's summit. |
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 | Name: |
RickB. |
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 | E-Mail: |
rickbb@comcast.net |
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| Date Submitted: |
2020-03-05 |
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 | Link: |
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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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