[Type E]

I was happy to find ELKR with only a couple inches of snow. There were two trees over the road that I was forced to go around/go over. I was just able to move a third tree out of my way. I was happy to be able to drive all the way to the junction with Road #4824 where I parked. I started out just carrying my snowshoes but quickly was forced to put them to use. The snow was deep and very heavy making for some very slow going. I had hoped to make my way to Hard Knox, but when I realized that in an hour I had only climbed 700ft of elevation I knew that was only wishful thinking. I pressed on until my steps became too deep for the beagle to navigate. I was sinking well past my knees with every step becoming a little deeper. In the two hours I could only manage 1000ft of climb. I enjoyed some steaming hot coffee and some very heavy snow showers. The way back to the car went considerably faster.

[Sabahsboy]

Where are your skiis? It is slow up...and terrifically fast and thrilling down! I better get my snowshoes warmed up...they are the ancient kind, Greenmountains. But, there is no mistaking the trail left behind by these monsters!

[Type E]

I didn't even think to bring my skiis. Although with my skill level on them it might be faster to just walk down.