So let’s go skiing AGAIN!
It’s the best skiing we’ve seen since the winter of 2015, but it won’t last much longer. Rain is due to arrive late today or tomorrow so don’t miss this rare chance to enjoy Ellenwood’s tracks and trails.
Bring your skis. Bring your snowshoes. Bring a friend.
There’s an abundance of snow at Ellenwood and great ski conditions for all of you trail blazers out there! Larry has been out grooming and you’re in for a rare treat.
As long as the temperatures remain below zero the base should stick around until mid week. Now that the wind has let up you have no excuse not to GET OUT THERE and enjoy all this white stuff!
**Although our ski cabin will remain closed due to covid, snowshoes and ski equipment can be borrowed from the Recreation Department in Hebron. Call (902) 742-8868 to inquire.
There wasn’t enough of a snow base to allow for grooming or track setting this morning – thanks to the high wind yesterday. Snow has piled up in some places and scoured the ground bare in spots with patchy ice in others. That being said, I’d give it a 9 out of 10!
All trails are well covered and skiable with tracks throughout the three loops and around the park that have been made by earlier skiers. The three trees that had come down have been cleared away and the conditions are VERY GOOD!
In a word… with some extra care and caution it’s definitely skiable! If the below zero temperatures persist the conditions should be stable for another day of good skiing tomorrow.
Despite how much snow may be in your driveway this morning, there’s only about 5 cm on the ground at Ellenwood and the slightly higher temperature of the underlying pavement means that grooming has not been possible… BUT…
The good news is that folks have been out at the Park and have made their own tracks around all the loops and the conditions for skiing are very good!
Enjoy the day while you can and be sure to wear your sunglasses. Tomorrow we’re expecting higher temperatures and rain:-(
The Friends of Ellenwood Park would like to wish each and every one of you the happiest of holidays with those you love, near or far.
Keep safe and take care of each other. See you in the New Year!
Stephen managed to coax our temperamental skidoo into running again (at least for now) and the trails all around the park have been groomed with ski tracks set on the main road in.
The conditions are good, but be aware of a few bare patches on all loops.
As long as the temperature stays below freezing there ought to be some mighty fine skiing at Ellenwood over the next few days. It never lasts for long so get out there and have fun!
Please sign in at the gate and pay attention to the Guidelines posted. As always, you ski at your own risk so be mindful of others and STAY SAFE.
It’s heavy snow and a bit sticky but there’s plenty of it and more is on the way! The snow mobile is being temperamental today and grooming the trails may be postponed (or not possible) but Ellenwood is still a great place to make your own tracks – on skis or on foot – so get out there!
PLEASE respect the trail users’ code that’s posted at the gate: walkers keep to the left and away from ski tracks which will be on the right. This is not just a courtesy, but a serious safety issue for skiers, walkers and especially children and pets!
Hint: it’s perfect snow for snow sculptures;-)
Larry was out there with the groomer again today and has reported better conditions than yesterday.
Due to colder temperatures the sticky spots have improved but there are still some rough patches to be on the lookout for.
Enjoy the snow while it lasts, wet and windy weather is on its way soon!
Have fun, stay safe:-)
Larry was out with the roller this morning compacting the snow around the park. If conditions hold, he will be back at it tomorrow to set tracks.
Lots of folks were out taking advantage of our first real snowfall, but conditions were very sticky.
PLEASE remember that if you are walking stay to the left and well away from the ski tracks. This is an important safety issue for our XC skiers! Keep pets off the tracks as well – as a courtesy to those who get so few chances to ski during the winter months. Your cooperation is greatly appreciated!
As always, remember that you ski at your own risk. Have fun, but stay safe!
The Moonlight Hike that was scheduled for Friday, November 19th at Ellenwood Park is cancelled.
Sorry! We hope that we’ll be able to hold this event on another night when conditions are right.
