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Past 2 days' snowfall of 2.1" puts us over the 30' mark for the season -- 360.7" as of 8 AM this morning, 3/26/2012. (NWS COOP station Haines #2)
--418 Union St.
posted by:Paul & Annie, 2012-03-26
New Ski Tracks: Chilkoot River and campground. groomed and set tracks were set this am (Wed) by Ranger Preston, State Parks. snow cond= exc
--Chilkoot River
posted by:H.S.C., 2012-03-22
Sunday 3/18: Lots of small sastrugi on 3 Guardsmen making skiing and boarding very bumpy.
--3 Guardsmen
posted by:James A, 2012-03-19
Another 3.9" snowfall over the past week raises seasonal total to 358.6" as of 8 AM this morning, 3/18/2012.
--418 Union St.
posted by:Paul & Annie, 2012-03-18
Rapinsky trail from (End of) 2nd ave is packed & in good snowshoeing shape. 13' at the 2000 ft marker
--rapinsky trail
posted by:alexandra , 2012-03-14
9.1" last night brings seasonal total to 354.7" as of 8 AM this morning (3/11/2012). Maybe someone could set up a wager pool for the ultimate 2011/2012 total...
--418 Union St.
posted by:Paul & Annie, 2012-03-11
Cobbs loop was snowshoed on sat. 3/10 feel free to keep packing it down
--mud bay
posted by:alexandra , 2012-03-11
5.1" add'l snow brought season's total to 345.6" as of 8 AM today, 3/10/2012.
--418 Union St.
posted by:Paul & Annie, 2012-03-11
Yesterday's 8.8" snow (before changing to rain) brings season's total to 340.5" as of 8 AM this morning, 3/9/2012.
--418 Union St.
posted by:Paul & Annie, 2012-03-09
12.8" add'l snowfall as of 8 AM this morning (3/8/2012) brings season's total to 331.7". Another 5.4" since then, as of 1:40 this afternoon, puts us over 28' for the winter.
--418 Union St.
posted by:Paul & Annie, 2012-03-08
The golf course tracks were just reset by Ray this morning 3-7-12. For updates call Dan @ H.S.C. (907) 314-0239
--Haines Valley of the Eagles Golf Course
posted by:Dan, 2012-03-08
Seasonal snowfall total as of 8 AM this morning, 3/6/2012, is 318.9" including another 5.4 " which has fallen over the past sev'l days. For interested persons, our location actually is Haines #2, an official COOP observation station for the Nat'l Weather Service.
--418 Union St.
posted by:Paul & Annie, 2012-03-06
It's official: 7.1" of snow the past 2 days has pushed this season's total to 313.5" as of 8 AM this morning, 3/2/2012. This surpasses the previous record (2006/07) total of 309". Namaste.
--418 Union St.
posted by:Paul & Annie, 2012-03-02
Another 6.2" of wet snow the past couple of days has increased this season's total to 306.4" as of 8 AM this morning (2/28/2012). We're closing in on the record 309" of 2006/07 (per NWS in Juneau).
--418 Union St.
posted by:Paul & Annie, 2012-02-28
Yesterday's 7" of wet snow brings this season's total to 300.2" as of 8 AM 2/21/2012. We're closing in on the record 26'+ of the 2006/07 winter.
--418 Union St.
posted by:Paul & Annie, 2012-02-21
As of 8 AM 2/19/2012 total Hns snowfall since 11/1/2011 is 293.2". This reflects slight correction to 1/31/2012 report. It's still a lot.
--418 Union St.
posted by:Paul & Annie, 2012-02-20
Ski Trails: Golf course and 25 Mile: xcntry ski tracks reset noon Sun- snow cond=creamy groomed. 25 Mile set Fri. 10 K+ snow cond=exc
--25 Mile + Golf course
posted by:H.S.C., 2012-02-19
Ski Trail, Golf Course: xcntry track groomed and set this am (Sat). Snow cond corn/poor. wind light/variable.
--Golf Course
posted by:H.S.C., 2012-02-11
Total snow fall since November 1 is 290" as of 8 AM 1/31/2012.
--418 Union St
posted by:Paul & Annie, 2012-01-31
The main Ripinsky trail from Skyline trailhead is broken at least to 2000'. The Piedad Loop, including west & east sides, likewise is accessible.
--Ripinsky Trail
posted by:Paul & Annie, 2012-01-30
Ice rink at Fairgrounds is shoveled and ready to skate. Hockey at 11am Saturday.
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posted by:HAHA, 2012-01-28
Description
Thanks to Snow Reporter for adding current snow depth.
--Oslund Drive
posted by:Doris Ward, 2012-01-27
Thanks, Snow Reporter: FYI, that 23.5 feet of snow breaks down thus: 11' in Nov, 3.5' in Dec, 9' so far in January...
--418 Union St
posted by:Annie & Paul, 2012-01-27
According to Paul and Annie, we currently have 282 inches, or 23.5 ft of snow since November 1.
--Haines
posted by:Snow Reporter, 2012-01-27
Description According to Paul and Annie, we currently have 282 inches, or 23.5 ft of snow since November 1.
--Haines
posted by:Snow Reporter, 2012-01-27
Nadahini was good skiing on 12/31/11, wind blown on parts but the snow was good. A wind layer was evident under 2 inches of fresh snow. Broke trail on Mulford's road on up to the treed ridgeline above the pond. Snow was VERY heavy and it took 5 people to forge the path. Point releases evident above the pond, and there was evidence of debris at the bottom of the avalanche chutes. Tree skiing was good but pick a steep pitch, as the snow was incredibly heavy with a rain layer that was present almost to the tree line.
--Summit and Mulfords
posted by:localskiier, 2012-01-04
SKI TRAIL; set this am on golf course; snow cond good; will set tracks Turs am; get it while you can.
--Golf Course
posted by:Ray, 2011-12-28
SKI TRAIL; set this am on golf course; tracks will be set Thurs am; snow cond good; get it while you can.
--GOLF COURSE
posted by:Ray, 2011-12-28
Fun skating at the Golf course today Dec 19th. Get out there quik...A bit of 4 by 4 skating( meaning not all smooth) but lots of it and really safe as it is only a few inches on top of grass!
--Golf Course
posted by:juliescottkadin@hotmail.com, 2011-12-21
Tried to ski Nadahini Sunday the 4th. Wind had pulled most of the snow off of the mountain and left it in the gullies. Had terrible flat lighting conditions and was blowing hard. The alder skiing was fun but other than that, may need more time.
--Nadahini
posted by:Aaron, 2011-12-05
Followed some nice X-country tracks along the river, accessed from turnout at 19-mile (before the Eagle parking.) Good for about 70 minutes altogether, out and back.
--19-mile
posted by:Patty, 2011-11-27
Re: Mulfords, word on the street is that the property owners are working on a release form for users, until then it is advisable to call first, remember it is private property and they are doing us a favor. Please ask first so we can keep the privilege.
--Mulfords
posted by:Andy, 2011-11-15
Re: Mulfords, word on the street is that the property owners are working on a release form for users, until then it is advisable to call first, remember it is private property and they are doing us a favor. Please ask first so we can keep the privilege.
--Mulfords
posted by:Andy, 2011-11-15
Description Anyone been up Mulford/Lutak? What's the snow pack, willow situation? Thanks
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posted by:Josh, 2011-11-06
Hiked with seven lively middle schoolers up to the microwave tower to establish a geocache. Trails are pretty muddy, especially the lower end of the Ridge Trail, with water flowing over the rocky gullies in places. Always worth it, though, right? Xtra Tufs recommended.
--Microwave tower via Young Road and Ridge Trail
posted by:Patty, 2011-10-22
Beautiful fall colors on road to Haines Junction! Fresh snow on the nearby mountain tops. It's raining in Haines but sunny at Haines Junction!
--road Haines Junction to Haines
posted by:Patricia Peters, 2011-09-06
All the trails are in perfect condition. Get out there!
--Haines
posted by:James, 2011-08-15
Hiked Skyline Trail to North Summit of Mt. Ripinsky. Wonderful sunshine and beginning of wildflowers. Most of the alpine knolls are flowing with runoff through mid-day. Lots of snow patches to navigate--bring extra socks to change into. Tried to cross to 7-Mile Saddle trail but there are extensive snow banks still. Huge brown bear tracks traversing that stretch.
--Mt. Ripinsky
posted by:Patty B, 2011-06-08
5/16/11: Hiked up the Piedad trail to the radio tower, ridge trail, and down to Skyline Rd. Still quite a bit of snow up high, and lost the trail few times.
--Piedad/Ridge/Ripinsky
posted by:Ela, 2011-05-22
Mt. Riley on 4/26. Trail was great. Close to the top you need snow shoes, post holed to the meadow and didn't go any further.
--Mt. Riley
posted by:Jerrn n Gina, 2011-04-27
Now that all the snow and ice is gone, tell us about your trails experiences...
--Haines
posted by:James, 2011-04-04
New XC track set Thurs pm,by Parks staff at Chilkoot lake campground. Snow is sugar. ski race/shoot is noon Sat. free chili.
--Chilkoot lake
posted by:Haines ski club, 2011-03-11
Some new snow on Sunday Feb. 20, but already blasted by the wind.
--5-Mile Creek
posted by:Rich, 2011-02-25
Anyone been up to the pass lately? Please let us know what you observed!
--Haines Summit
posted by:James, 2011-02-06
Ice at Chilkoot is solid
--Chilkoot
posted by:R Loewen, 2011-01-12
Description
Lovely snowshoeing conditions to the towers & beyond, and out of the wind ---thanks to annie & paul !
--skyline ripinski trail
posted by:cynthia a, 2011-01-03
Fresh Tracks: Golf Course: fresh tracks groomed and set 11 a.m. Mon; NW 7mph; finally-- fresh snow!
--Golf Course
posted by:Hns Ski Club, 2010-12-27
Raven's Arena Ice Rink is open. Many thanks to the volunteers who have been working really hard to make this rink a reality. Come skate after dark under the lights!
--Raven Arena at the Fairgrounds
posted by:Greg Schlachter, 2010-12-23
Skating is great at Chilkoot Lake - some open water at far end, east cove and a few random spots, but lots of nice smooth ice out at center area.
--Chilkoot Skating
posted by:Russ, 2010-12-18
GOLF COURSE: XCntry Trail Groomed & Set @noon Sun;
NWwind 15-20mph, but not bitter. 3" fresh pow
--Golf Course
posted by:Ray, 2010-12-12
Ice on the golf course...Good for skating...rough in spots...best at driving range
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posted by:juliescottkadin@hotmail.com, 2010-12-10
I did some trailbreaking/skiing/slogging up to Seven Mile Saddle on Dec. 1st. The snow was knee to waist-deep and very light, but there was no real base underneath. Skiing down below the saddle was fun but a little sketchy with all the hidden logs. One or two good storms and conditions should be real nice. No real avy conditions to report, since the snow is mostly only one layer below 2000ft.
--7-mile Saddle trail
posted by:Erik Stevens, 2010-12-09
Here's to the start of another snow season! Submit your observations below!
--Haines
posted by:James, 2010-12-06
