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Deverie, Lynne, Bridgette, Mike, Joan, Ron, Lewis, Sue, Steve, Brian, Sharon, Bret, Barb, Donna, Jim, Renee,
Robert, Karie, Mike, and Sally
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On 1/4/20, we went snowshoeing! We'd intended to go snowshoe at Pinecrest Lake, but the reports from rangers and Trail Heads was that there wasn't sufficient snow for a safe or satisfying experience at lake-level. However, a short drive away, up Dodge Ridge Road just before the ski resort, the Nordic trails were reported to be high enough to have a good base. So, off we went to tromp about on the Crabtree Loop, a moderately-easy, 4.5 mile trail with only about a 330' elevation gain: perfect for beginners. We had about 24 in our group, some new to TCT, some new to snowshoeing, and some taking snowshoeing up after a long hiatus; some in elementary school and some retirees. After strapping on our snowshoes, we set off through the forest on what ended up to be a sunny day full of warm surprises! Here's a link to a very useful map, should you want to head out on your own. We took route 1. As you can see, there are some loops and spurs off of route 1 that can extend or intensify your outing. Also, there are other routes that offer steep, satisfying climbs to outstanding vistas!
https://www.dodgeridge.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/Nordic-Map-AI.pdf
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| Corinne & Amelia |
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Crunchy, older snow, still
conditions were good
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Snowshoeing under
sunny skies
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| Ron provides trail magic: fresh hot cocoa! Barb enjoys. |
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| Barb & Brett |
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| Donna, Sue, Renee & Jim |
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| Karie & Wendy |
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| Wendy and Amelia's snowperson |
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Out of the forest & returning to the
trailhead via Crabtree Road
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