| Hiking Trail Conditions Report |
 | Peaks |
Mt. Monroe, Mt. Washington, NH |
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 | Trails: |
Ammonoosuc Ravine Trail, Crawford Path, Monroe Loop, Gulfside, Jewell Trail |
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 | Date of Hike: |
Monday, March 6, 2017 |
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 | Parking/Access Road Notes: |
Plenty |
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 | Surface Conditions: |
Ice - Blue, Snow/Ice - Monorail (Stable) |
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 | Recommended Equipment: |
Traction, Ice Axe |
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 | Water Crossing Notes: |
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 | Trail Maintenance Notes: |
None |
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 | Dog-Related Notes: |
I had to tailor my ascent of Monroe based on my dog's safety. Only saw one other dog who seemed very happy:-) |
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 | Bugs: |
One of the reasons I love winter hiking. |
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 | Lost and Found: |
None |
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 | Comments: |
The steep part of the ascent on Amonoosuc and much of the summits was boiler plate or ice. While I saw people without crampons, they weren't, in my opinion, properly prepared and I hope they were all ok. The rising temps caused Jewel to be soft, so I changed to micros. The water crossings on lower Jewel were sketchy and with the warming temps, could become problematic by this weekend, if not sooner. Personal rant: I wish people would hold these peaks in greater respect. I get that not everyone can afford all the gear to be out in these conditions, and today was mild; but if you don't have crampons and an ice axe and know how to use it, you should not be on the higher peaks. |
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 | Name: |
David Stowe |
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 | E-Mail: |
davidstowe@metrocast.net |
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| Date Submitted: |
2017-03-06 |
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 | Link: |
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Disclaimer: Reports are not verified - conditions may vary. Use at own risk. Always be prepared when hiking. Observe all signs. Trail conditions reports are not substitutes for weather reports or common sense. |
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