Plenty of sunshine --leads to soggy roads
This photo was taken on 2/1/22. As you can see there was plenty of snow left in the ditches. As the sun became warmer the snow melted teasing us to get that trailer hooked up, loaded up, and heading to our favorite trails.
BUT Wait -- It's just not quite solid enough for heavy traffic.
Since this sunny weather--while short-lived, has people wondering about the roads into Lick Creek and the trails there, Technician Patrick Thomas made this report today (2/21/22):
" Unfortunately it's that time of year again where the roads are mostly soggy/ sloppy. I wouldn't recommend driving into the Lick Creek Unit with a truck and trailer at this time. The dirt trails are closed and are soggy and just as bad as the roads right now. Traffic on them would make a complete mess right now. I'm sure further into the timber shaded areas the dirt trails would be frozen underneath a thin layer of slick mud that could cause a horse to slip and fall. While the Wet Weather Trails (gravel) are open at this time, they also have a few creek crossings that could be Ice covered or muddy and very slippery at this time. Anyone choosing to ride there should be very cautious near all water crossings until the ground is no longer frozen under a top soft layer. We will have plenty of better riding weather in the future. We just need to wait for the trails to dry. " Note: We will advise you of significant changes to the road and trail status.
Let the sun shine fully in your face, be kind and courteous to others, and always treat others as you would like to be treated.
As the road improves, we will keep you posted.
Until then stay safe.
Kathy
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