The rain stopped the snow started the snow stopped. That is about it. Except that it is freezing cold outside.
I just spoke to 8 riders that came from Spectacle Lake Lodge via Barry's Bay and Combermere. They said that the trail was fine. Not bad considering what this morning brought. Some parts of the trail are great some are icy. They felt that after a bunch of sleds traveled over the trail it would be fine again.
So I guess if your plan is to come up and ride a zillion miles at break neck speed this might not be the weekend to do it. If you are coming up just to have a tour and take advantage of a great weekend then come on up.
Hope this helps, I know it sounds like a definite maybe.
If you are in the neighborhood drop in.
Cheers
Nancy
See you soon.
Cheers
Nancy
Friday, February 27, 2009
Friday File
Well things have gone for a slide in old Hooterville. It started to rain during the night. It has pretty much stopped now but its' pretty dreary.
Even the dog wouldn't go out at 6:30 this morning, so I threw in another load of laundry and we both went back to bed for a while. It didn't look any better at 8:00 either.
It is quite mild now, about plus 4. According to reliable sources the temp will drop this afternoon and it is to start snowing. It's quite windy and that won't change. By tonight it will be -25 so things will freeze up again and the new snow will help.
There was a little snow on Thursday so that was a good thing. Riders in on Thursday said that the trails were in great shape so if it gets cold this afternoon they should stay okay.
If you need information later on this afternoon or tomorrow morning just call the resturant and we will let you know if things have changed. 613-338-3043
I may update this evening if I get a chance and things change.
Back soon
Cheers
Nancy
Even the dog wouldn't go out at 6:30 this morning, so I threw in another load of laundry and we both went back to bed for a while. It didn't look any better at 8:00 either.
It is quite mild now, about plus 4. According to reliable sources the temp will drop this afternoon and it is to start snowing. It's quite windy and that won't change. By tonight it will be -25 so things will freeze up again and the new snow will help.
There was a little snow on Thursday so that was a good thing. Riders in on Thursday said that the trails were in great shape so if it gets cold this afternoon they should stay okay.
If you need information later on this afternoon or tomorrow morning just call the resturant and we will let you know if things have changed. 613-338-3043
I may update this evening if I get a chance and things change.
Back soon
Cheers
Nancy
Wednesday, February 25, 2009
Another super day up north.
Tuesday and today have to be the best days that we have had all year. The temperature is about -5 and the sun is so warm it's like tee shirt weather. It just makes you feel warm and fuzzy all over.
If you were riding today it would be fantastic.
The groomers were out yesterday and the trails are great. The road crossings are bare and the side roads are pretty clear also. Some snow is expected tomorrow and a little rain on Friday but it dosn't seem like enough to screw things up too badly.
The weekend is to be cold and nice but that is a lifetime away in weatherman years.
The crisis at the diner have been kept to a minimum this week. The only major glitch in the system is the coffee maker taking on a life of is own and running water when ever it felt like it. Like all night and day. It was a little damp in here on Tuesday morning and it kept us on our toes trying to keep up with it. Fortunatley I was able to have it fixed this morning so I don't have to turn the water off at night anymore. All other disasters this week were just minor so we are still smiling. But that may just be a trick or really good drugs.
I will update later in the week to let you know which direction the weather is taking. Oh how does Dave Duvall do it every day for all those years!!!
Chat later
Cheers
Nancy
If you were riding today it would be fantastic.
The groomers were out yesterday and the trails are great. The road crossings are bare and the side roads are pretty clear also. Some snow is expected tomorrow and a little rain on Friday but it dosn't seem like enough to screw things up too badly.
The weekend is to be cold and nice but that is a lifetime away in weatherman years.
The crisis at the diner have been kept to a minimum this week. The only major glitch in the system is the coffee maker taking on a life of is own and running water when ever it felt like it. Like all night and day. It was a little damp in here on Tuesday morning and it kept us on our toes trying to keep up with it. Fortunatley I was able to have it fixed this morning so I don't have to turn the water off at night anymore. All other disasters this week were just minor so we are still smiling. But that may just be a trick or really good drugs.
I will update later in the week to let you know which direction the weather is taking. Oh how does Dave Duvall do it every day for all those years!!!
Chat later
Cheers
Nancy
Monday, February 23, 2009
Weekend Wrap Up
Please excuse me for not updating on Friday or over the weekend but I was having technical difficulties with the internet service. Now I could blame it on the satellite service or something else but that would just be wrong.
What is the first rule of electronic problem? Check to see if it's plugged in for crying out loud!!!!! When the very helpful man from Hughesnet asked me to look at the back of the modem to see how many lights were on I was quite surprised to see that there were none. JAMIE WHY DIDN'T YOU THINK OF THAT WHEN YOU TRYING TO SOLVE THIS PROBLEM. Well it wasn't the wall plug. It was the plug coming from the box on the plug not plugged into the other plug for the wall. This must be something invented by a man because no woman would ever invent such a silly way to plug one thing into the wall!!!
So all is well now and update I will.
The snow conditions were as good as the weather was on the weekend. There were lots of riders out and other than a few breakdowns I didn't hear of any mishaps. Thanks to all the folks that dropped in for a meal or a drink over the weekend. Everyone is so patient when we are busy. The girls and I really appreciate it.
The Snow Skimmers poker run was a great success. Lots of good prizes and everyone seemed to enjoy themselves.
We had more snow on Sunday and overnight. It is to be nice for two or three days and then start snowing again on Thursday. That will make it good for next weekend.
The groomers were out on Sunday night.
I will update again on Wednesday. And just so the boys from Pensylvania don't feel that I have forgotten you I will update again later in the week so you know what to expect when you get here next weekend.
Till then
Cheers
Nancy
What is the first rule of electronic problem? Check to see if it's plugged in for crying out loud!!!!! When the very helpful man from Hughesnet asked me to look at the back of the modem to see how many lights were on I was quite surprised to see that there were none. JAMIE WHY DIDN'T YOU THINK OF THAT WHEN YOU TRYING TO SOLVE THIS PROBLEM. Well it wasn't the wall plug. It was the plug coming from the box on the plug not plugged into the other plug for the wall. This must be something invented by a man because no woman would ever invent such a silly way to plug one thing into the wall!!!
So all is well now and update I will.
The snow conditions were as good as the weather was on the weekend. There were lots of riders out and other than a few breakdowns I didn't hear of any mishaps. Thanks to all the folks that dropped in for a meal or a drink over the weekend. Everyone is so patient when we are busy. The girls and I really appreciate it.
The Snow Skimmers poker run was a great success. Lots of good prizes and everyone seemed to enjoy themselves.
We had more snow on Sunday and overnight. It is to be nice for two or three days and then start snowing again on Thursday. That will make it good for next weekend.
The groomers were out on Sunday night.
I will update again on Wednesday. And just so the boys from Pensylvania don't feel that I have forgotten you I will update again later in the week so you know what to expect when you get here next weekend.
Till then
Cheers
Nancy
Thursday, February 19, 2009
Gearing up for the weekend.
We finally did get the snow that we were promised. More will be coming today and tomorrow.
It kind of reminded me of a politician. They spew volumes of double talk and by the end of the day they really haven't said much.
That was how yesterday's snow was. It snowed off and on all day and by this morning there was only about 6-10 cms of snow. Enough fell to cover the trails well. Riders in for breakfast this morning said that the trails were like a table top but the lakes are still a a bit icy and care should be taken.
The groomers were out. In fact I even passed one coming down from McKenzie Lake this morning on my way to work at 8:00.
Here's a shout out to Scott and Wayne from Burlington. Jamie and the guys were in this morning and they were laughing at you two for not coming up on Wednesday for the best day of riding that they have had this year. They mentioned something about you being weenies!
This will be a great weekend to load up and ride all weekend.
Stop by if you are in the neighborhood.
Cheers
Nancy
It kind of reminded me of a politician. They spew volumes of double talk and by the end of the day they really haven't said much.
That was how yesterday's snow was. It snowed off and on all day and by this morning there was only about 6-10 cms of snow. Enough fell to cover the trails well. Riders in for breakfast this morning said that the trails were like a table top but the lakes are still a a bit icy and care should be taken.
The groomers were out. In fact I even passed one coming down from McKenzie Lake this morning on my way to work at 8:00.
Here's a shout out to Scott and Wayne from Burlington. Jamie and the guys were in this morning and they were laughing at you two for not coming up on Wednesday for the best day of riding that they have had this year. They mentioned something about you being weenies!
This will be a great weekend to load up and ride all weekend.
Stop by if you are in the neighborhood.
Cheers
Nancy
Wednesday, February 18, 2009
The Wednesday Report
I was waiting until this morning to update so that I could tell you that a load of snow landed in last night, but alas it did not.
Now my sinus problem is really bad this morning and that can only be on of two things, either it is going to snow or I had too much wine last night. Oh ya I did have wine last night!
They are calling for snow this morning and again tonight so I will report back tomorrow about mid day if it does.
The trails are still well covered. There were a number of riders in on Tuesday and no one was complying about the conditions.
The groomer did go out on Monday but I don't know where. I'm sure if we get snow tonight they will groom on Thursday and Friday.
Don't forget the Maple Leaf Snow Skimmers poker run this weekend. Registration starts at 8:00 at the community centre in Lake St. Peter, the fire hall at North Baptiste Lake Rd, and Papineau Lake Road. It is a good day with lots of prizes. I think the best one is the gift certificate from the Porterville Diner but then I have been wrong before once or twice.
To Jim and Brian: Have a good time sledding through the wilds of Northern Ontario. See you in a couple of weeks. I'm sure Connie will have a very relaxing time with the both of you gone for a week.
Not too rush the season (because I need about 8 more weeks of snowmobilers) but the spring ATV mud run will be May 2. Same format as the others.
That's it for now.
Cheers
Nancy
Now my sinus problem is really bad this morning and that can only be on of two things, either it is going to snow or I had too much wine last night. Oh ya I did have wine last night!
They are calling for snow this morning and again tonight so I will report back tomorrow about mid day if it does.
The trails are still well covered. There were a number of riders in on Tuesday and no one was complying about the conditions.
The groomer did go out on Monday but I don't know where. I'm sure if we get snow tonight they will groom on Thursday and Friday.
Don't forget the Maple Leaf Snow Skimmers poker run this weekend. Registration starts at 8:00 at the community centre in Lake St. Peter, the fire hall at North Baptiste Lake Rd, and Papineau Lake Road. It is a good day with lots of prizes. I think the best one is the gift certificate from the Porterville Diner but then I have been wrong before once or twice.
To Jim and Brian: Have a good time sledding through the wilds of Northern Ontario. See you in a couple of weeks. I'm sure Connie will have a very relaxing time with the both of you gone for a week.
Not too rush the season (because I need about 8 more weeks of snowmobilers) but the spring ATV mud run will be May 2. Same format as the others.
That's it for now.
Cheers
Nancy
Friday, February 13, 2009
Update the Friday update.
I finally had my first sledders in.
Russ rode down from McKenzie Lake and said that the trail was great and he is expecting a large group up this weekend, so if it wasn't good he would not have been as happy.
Then three young lads rode up from Baptiste Lake. They were on their way to Pembroke for the weekend. They also said that the ride up had been good.
So there you go. That's all I know for sure.
Cheers
Nancy
Russ rode down from McKenzie Lake and said that the trail was great and he is expecting a large group up this weekend, so if it wasn't good he would not have been as happy.
Then three young lads rode up from Baptiste Lake. They were on their way to Pembroke for the weekend. They also said that the ride up had been good.
So there you go. That's all I know for sure.
Cheers
Nancy
Friday Update
Not too much has changed overnight. The temperature has dropped considerably -20 when I got in at 8:00 this morning. There was not any new snow overnight.
For the last few days the trails have been marked as closed. This was to keep people off while they were so slushy. They should be marked as open by today because of the drop in temperature. Everything really froze up overnight. Even the lakes look better.
No groomers were out last night so they should be out tonight.
It's hard to say what to advise. The weekend is to be sunny and seasonably cold. Nothing to shocking temperature wise. Cold enough to keep conditions the same. Not much new snow is a little disappointing as it is to be a beautiful sunny weekend.
So it really is a crap shoot deciding to come up or not. The trails are definitely usable but the side roads are all down to the dirt. So I guess it depends where you are staying or how far you have to travel to get here.
If we were still just cottaging here we would be up for the weekend because there is always drinking, playing cards and eating too much if you don't feel like sledding.
So there you go a definite maybe.
Hope we see you this weekend.
Cheers
Nancy
For the last few days the trails have been marked as closed. This was to keep people off while they were so slushy. They should be marked as open by today because of the drop in temperature. Everything really froze up overnight. Even the lakes look better.
No groomers were out last night so they should be out tonight.
It's hard to say what to advise. The weekend is to be sunny and seasonably cold. Nothing to shocking temperature wise. Cold enough to keep conditions the same. Not much new snow is a little disappointing as it is to be a beautiful sunny weekend.
So it really is a crap shoot deciding to come up or not. The trails are definitely usable but the side roads are all down to the dirt. So I guess it depends where you are staying or how far you have to travel to get here.
If we were still just cottaging here we would be up for the weekend because there is always drinking, playing cards and eating too much if you don't feel like sledding.
So there you go a definite maybe.
Hope we see you this weekend.
Cheers
Nancy
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