Anyone have any current info on Tet or Dakota Monday, November 02, 2009Some great info in Tet newsletter about all the work that got done at Mt Steele Cabin. Heard that some work has been done to insulate Dakota Warm up Hut. Last 3 weekends Volunteers have been hard at work.
Posted by: snow Man
Report from Nov 10 2006 Tuesday, November 03, 2009Dakota and Tet
Alert / Warning Friday, November 10, 2006
Grouse and Cypress both had around 30 cms new snow. Along with Whistler base. Our mountains are feed from same cold and snow so exspect some fresh snow above 3000 ft. Have a safe one.
Check out all the reports from previous years at bottom of page. Real interesting to see snow conditions over the last 3 years.
Posted by: Snow Man
SCRD will be reposting asking for Bids for Dakota Thursday, November 05, 2009I just heard it tonight from Cable 11 call in show that RD will be asking for bids to plow the road in next 2-3 weeks. Cross your fingers they get someone this time.
Posted by: Snow Man
RD will plow Dakota till end of Feb Friday, November 06, 2009So before you buy a season pass for going to Dakota Plowing and grooming may only be till end of Feb
Posted by: Snow Man
Light snow fall on Grouse MtCurrent Conditions Friday, November 06, 2009Freezing levels around 1200 mt and going down to 1000 mts soon If you are going in the mountains expect changing conditions Rain, Snow Etc.
Grouse had 2-3 inches snow over night.
Posted by: Snow Man
Grouse Mtn had 6 inches fresh snow overnightCurrent Conditions Saturday, November 07, 200910 inches on ground May be same on Dakota Fresh snow on Elphie too
If anyone goes up please post some current info. Fresh snow always brings a few crazy drivers playing in snow so be careful.
Posted by: Snow Man
Heavy snow on Coquihala Snow tires requiredCurrent Conditions Saturday, November 07, 2009No Snow in Arizona But Bob is there. If you are travelling Make sure you have winter Tires and carry chains. All the Passes are getting snow.
Posted by: Snow Man
16 inches snow on GrouseCurrent Conditions Saturday, November 07, 2009expect same on Dakota and Tet Snow line is around 2000ft. Winter tires and 4x4 carry chains. With fresh snow you might find kids slidding down the logging roads.
Posted by: Snow Man
Only couple of inches at Tet LotCurrent Conditions Saturday, November 07, 2009Around 6 inches at 3000ft. Gate is closed above winter lot. Pallets are in cross ditches. If you have been up there today please post info.
Take Pictures and post them too it is easy to do.
Posted by: Snow Man
SNOW on Dakota Ridge! Saturday Nov. 7Current Conditions Saturday, November 07, 2009Here comes winter... snow begins at Lot B on the road up to Dakota with 15 cm found on the ground at the Quanset Hut. 4X4 or AWD needed to drive the last 1.5 km based on current conditions. Temps later this week looks cold- so we could see more...
Thanks to the volunteers that worked so hard on insulating the hut- should be a lot warmer this winter.
Skis and Snowshoes are in stock and ready to go! Visit our new store at the base of Dakota at the Wilson Creek Plaza.
Posted by: Alpha Adventures
Tet 3 inches snow at lot 0'cCurrent Conditions Sunday, November 08, 2009Only 1 truck at lot. Road is in good shape
Posted by: Snow Man
These guys thought chains cost to muchCurrent Conditions Sunday, November 08, 2009Even 2 inches of snow can put you in the ditch Chains are the best safety thing you can USE. You can be the Best driver with Best tires but ICE and compact snow will make a simple drive a night mare. Get Diamond Back or Alpine chains they are easy to put on like 2 minutes and you are going. Even studded winter tires are no match for snow covered back roads.
Posted by: Snow Man
Dakota Ridge - Nov. 8Current Conditions Sunday, November 08, 2009More snow continued to fall on Dakota Today. Snow line begins at Lot B with approx 20 - 30 cm of snow up near the Quanset Hut. Take note- the gate just below the Quanset Hut is locked- leaving minimal parking. Drive carefully - especially on the snow covered portions of the road.
Nice to see some keen folks out skiing!
Posted by: Alpha Adventures
Warmed up overnightCurrent Conditions Monday, November 09, 2009The strong winds brought much warmer temps that has now brpught melting up top. Freezing Level above 5000ft.
Posted by: Snow Man
Cypress trails to be closed Dec 1st to aprilCurrent Conditions Monday, November 09, 2009Here is a posting of some closures on Cypress due to Olympics
Black Mountain trails will be closed Dec. 1 to April 1.
Howe Sound Crest trail including Bowen Lookout will be closed Dec. 1 to April 1.
Hollyburn Hikers Access Trail will be closed above Water Board cabin Dec. 1 to March 8.
The entire Hollyburn Hikers Access Trail will be closed Feb. 1 to March 8.
Many people in Vancouver will not have ready access to Cross country skiing like we do.
Posted by: Snow Man
the TetCurrent Conditions Monday, November 09, 2009Two of us went up to Batchelor cabin on Sat. Stayed o-nite.Did some work. About a foot of snow by noon on Sunday.
Posted by: Doug House
Uncle Bob says get chainsCurrent Conditions Tuesday, November 10, 2009These chains are easy to put on and give great traction on back country roads. Very easy to put on about 2 mins for each axle. Even the best winter tires will not give you the safety of chains. Just think if you have to stop on a hill covered in compact snow and ice going up to Dakota.
Please buy and use chains for your safety and everyones, road is narrow.
Posted by: Snow Man
Who?Current Conditions Wednesday, November 11, 2009Who's uncle BOB?
Posted by: Jayturf
When is opening day for DakotaCurrent Conditions Wednesday, November 11, 2009Is there any word when Dakota Ridge will be open for Winter season. And when will it be closing. I see they still have not hired someone to plow the road. Is it true they will be only plowing till end of Feb. What about spring break in mid march. We should have more then 2 1/2 months of trail use.
Hope there is some info about Dakota Soon.
Posted by: George H
DakotaCurrent Conditions Wednesday, November 11, 2009I'm sure it will open when there is enough consistent snow and will stay open as long as funds permit....so everyone please pay for passes..it keeps the road plowed longer...and keeps the volunteer groomers machine full of diesel!
Think SNOW!!
Posted by: jayturf
snowCurrent Conditions Friday, November 13, 2009Went up yesterday a few vehicles,hut still closed ,snowing when we left......Id recomend chains at the lower lot,snows well over my boots at top......perfect.
Posted by: 65+4
Winter in the TetCurrent Conditions Friday, November 13, 2009Just got back from a couple nights up the tet, amazing conditions,deep,deep powder everywhere. Probably a good foot of fresh last night.
Road is good, covered but no ice, still take CHAINS.
Winter has arrived in the hills, go get some!
Posted by: Eric Johnstone
Tet Face Book PageCurrent Conditions Friday, November 13, 2009I have created a Tetrahedron Face Book Page for everyone to post photos and videos of they like. Search Tetrahedron and join up.
Cheers:)
Posted by: Vince
YAY winter is hereCurrent Conditions Saturday, November 14, 2009Was up dakota toady. The snow is here, hiked a little way past the gate. I wish i had my new snowshoes with me, we just went to check out the conditions but will be sure to bring them with me next time.
Photo from the parking lot at the gate.
Posted by: GoreD
FacebookCurrent Conditions Saturday, November 14, 2009Vince
Not finding our Tetrahedon when I search Facebook
Posted by: Tom
SaturadayCurrent Conditions Saturday, November 14, 2009Dug a snowpit down to ground today. Bottom layers look well bonded. Top layer which is approx. 1.5 ft of snow on top of that is blower pow.
Started snowing again around 230pm when I left.
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Dakota Ridge - Nov. 14Current Conditions Saturday, November 14, 2009The snowline has come down a fair bit this week- leaving some great snow accumulations on Dakota Ridge. The snowline starts just below Lot A- with significant snow on the road at lot B. Deep ruts are forming on the road above lot B- use caution.
Some folks are tobogganing on the road at the steep section on the road (at the old yellow gate) above lot B. This is creating VERY slippery conditions.
Chains with 4X4 recommended above lot B.
Over 3 ft of snow measured up top on Dakota Ridge today- with heavy snow falling as we went skiing.
Posted by: Alpha Adventures
Tet face book pageCurrent Conditions Saturday, November 14, 2009It is Tetrahedron Back Country Great place to post video and Pics and share info.
Posted by: Snow Man
Gray Creek-600mainCurrent Conditions Saturday, November 14, 2009Tet parking lot= 5'/base 3450ft 36' lots of nice fluffy white stuff up there. Best first ride of the year ever!!
vp scss
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The No-skateCurrent Conditions Sunday, November 15, 2009I make & sell the 'no-skate' locally. **Safety Leash not shown** This board makes small mountains big and is a throwback to the original surf style of board riding. Get connected and get yours today!
E-mail me at:
scoco3@hotmail.com
or for more info check out my blog at:
.mindskis.blogspot.
incredibly lame this site won't allow a typed web address, get with the times suncoast!! I've omitted the w's and coms. Lets see if that works..
Posted by: Scott Copeland
The No-skateCurrent Conditions Sunday, November 15, 2009I make & sell the 'no-skate' locally. **Safety Leash not shown** This board makes small mountains big and is a throwback to the original surf style of board riding. Get connected and get yours today!
E-mail me at:
scoco3@hotmail.com
or for more info check out my blog at:
.mindskis.blogspot.
incredibly lame this site won't allow a typed web address, get with the times suncoast!! I've omitted the w's and coms. Lets see if that works..
Posted by: Scott Copeland
FOUND / PAIR OF GLOVESCurrent Conditions Sunday, November 15, 2009Found the pair of BD gloves looks like fell off your green Jeep Liberty when you left the parking lot today. We chatted with you on the trail just before the parking lot.
If you lost these gloves and see this message or anyone knows the owner of a green Jeep Liberty that skiis up at Dakota ridge. Call 604-886-4693 or email giantac1@hotmail.com
We'll get em back to you.
ps Great snow up at Dakota! Come on SCRD, lets get this season going!!
Posted by: Gary
TetrahedronCurrent Conditions Monday, November 16, 2009Pouring rain and 6 degrees at the trail head.
Road is in excellent condition. Wind is significantly less than down closer to the straight.
let's hope for some colder temps in the next couple of weeks. Travel with the right gear folks!
Posted by: Scott Copeland
Tetrahedron Face Book PageCurrent Conditions Monday, November 16, 2009I have created a FaceBook page for the Tetrahedron Back Country, a place for everyone to post pics and videos, post trail info and road conditions. Please feel free to join, search for Tetrahedron on Face Book.
Cheers Everyone
Vince
Posted by: Vince
facebookCurrent Conditions Monday, November 16, 2009there is also a dakota ridge facebook page. easier to upload and link than this site.
Posted by: jayturf
Tet face book pageCurrent Conditions Monday, November 16, 2009Tet Face book page is found under Tetrahedron Back Country Great way to show video and pics would be good to Have a date when taken so people do not think pics from 3 years ago with heavy snow is up there now.
Nice to see Video of Tet area.
Posted by: Snow Man
Good News Freezing level coming downCurrent Conditions Monday, November 16, 2009The pineapple express must have shifted the high temps that were predicted have not happened. Freezing level should be around 1200-900 mts Just about right for lots of snow on Dakota. Road may be iced up Use chains. Tow trucks won:t go up to help you and if they do it will cost you alot more then Chains would cost.
Posted by: Snow Man
Great place for pics & infoCurrent Conditions Monday, November 16, 2009If you have images of the Tet or Dakota Ridge and want to share them, drop by the social networking site for the coast (our own little Facebook) at bigpacific.org.
It's always good to know about access - any information about scheduled trips by quad or similar vehicles would be welcome for those of us without 4x4 and seemingly total lack of skill installing purchased chains!
Posted by: Laurie
Dakota RidgeCurrent Conditions Thursday, November 19, 2009Needed chains just past Lot A could not make it around corner at Lot B got stuck and had to back down. Rain and wet snow Yuk..
No fun having to try to ski up the rutted trail road etc. Guess we are back to were we were 4 years ago for now. Sure miss the plowed road
Posted by: george H
Lots of Snow coming to higher elavationsCurrent Conditions Thursday, November 19, 2009Mt Washington had 80cms in 24 hours In the next 5 days there could be alot of snow at 2500 ft and up Would not try driving past Lot B at Dakota any longer.
Snow is water logged and deep slimmy snow plugs tires and chains.
Posted by: SNow Man
roadCurrent Conditions Friday, November 20, 2009the reason the road is not being plowed as of yet is most likely funding. There is only so much to go around and if they started plowing early...they would stop plowing earlier! When it finially opens please pay trail fees...it helps keep this thing going! Volunteers put tons of hours in to make this place work but we still need money to plow road and fuel snow cat.
Posted by: Jayturf
Dakota - Nov. 21Current Conditions Saturday, November 21, 2009It is snowing again on Dakota. Snowline begins just below lot a. The road had some plowing done on Friday- but travel above lot b should only be considered with chains.
Gate was still locked.
Freezing level looks to be low enough for a big dump of snow for the next few days.
Snowshoe and light touring ski rentals are now available at our new store in Wilson Creek. Open 7 days a week.
Posted by: Alpha Adventures
RoadCurrent Conditions Saturday, November 21, 2009The road was plowed with a grader up to the hut.It is very sloppy as it was not graded to the dirt.There are places where the crusty/slushy stuff is over 8 inches deep and you will break through it.I was stuck just below the upper gate in that stuff and put on chains then to get out. Do not attempt it without chains, and dont get too close to the sides as the you can't tell where the ditch is. Was snowing heavy when I left and the rain changed to snow at the 5 km sign, snow on road above lot A but I am sure there will be a lot more below that after tonight. There are no pullouts above lot B ,so pray you dont meet anyone going the other way and if you do ,get out and check for the ditch before you pass or one of you might go in it.
Posted by: PatN
Tet Mt Steele 7 ft snow 1 ft at parking lotCurrent Conditions Sunday, November 22, 20091 ft snow at Parking lot 7 ft at Mt Steele they had 1 1/2 ft new on Sat night. Mt Steele cabin is much more comfortable thanks to all the work the Volunteers did. No more Drafts and new woodstove and windows.
Please if you go up to Tet please post a report here to let others know how things are.
Please chain up and try to spread your tracks as Snow plow is still in the shop being repaired. Only way road will stay open is if you chain up and spread tracks out. Pack the whole road down to make a ice road.
Remember Tow trucks will not go up there you are on your own, shovels,chains for all 4 wheels, tow rope etc.
Cabin use fees and Tet memberships help pay for upkeep on Cabins etc. You can always give more if you can help. check out the Tetoutdoor.ca website great pics and info.
Posted by: Snow Man
Sechelt Weather station back onlineCurrent Conditions Thursday, November 26, 2009For last few days our local weather station was offline just got back online today. So our weather forecasts should be getting better. Lets hope we can keep the weather station here after the Olympics. It was to be just a tempory station for the Olympics but hopefully it will stay for good. In previous years all temps for Sechelt came from Point Atkinson in west Vancouver.
Posted by: Snow Man
If you go up to Tet or Dakota please post infoCurrent Conditions Friday, November 27, 2009This site is quick and easy to post info and up to 3 pics. It helps others plan trips Things like snow depth, new snow, temp raining or snowing , where snow starts, how the road is etc. Take pics and post them great to see pics of trails with people on them.
Warnings such as lakes and ponds are not frozen beware of level areas. Like last week someone walked on to what they thought was just a level part of trail and feel into water.
This site works best if everyone can try to post info after they have been up.
Sometimes the only way the plow operator will know there is fresh snow to plow is by reading this site. If you want the road plowed post info.
Pic from last year
Thanks.
Posted by: Snow Man
Alpine forecast back on Mt seymour websiteCurrent Conditions Saturday, November 28, 2009Just check Mt seymour webpage for weather and click on Alpine forecast.
Also Enviroment Canada website has weather fore cypress listed under 2010 and south west Venues. Gives you readings for around 20 sites that affect Whistler and alpine weather including Sechelt ,Cypress, Mt Washington etc.
Heard rumours the road above Lot B to Dakota has been blocked by large pile of snow. If you have any current info please post it here.
Reminder get chains if you plan on going up to Dakota or Tet Much safer and will save you countless hours compared to being stuck in ditch. Alpine chains only take 2 mins or less to put on. around $150 a set get 2 sets to be safe cheaper then repairs or tow truck bill.
Road is narrow and you may have to stop to let others by or stop beacause kids have been slidding down road and iced it up. 2 mins to chain up versus hours stuck in ditch.
Be safe use chains.
Posted by: Snow Man
Wet on DakotaCurrent Conditions Saturday, November 28, 2009From reports I heard it was wet and rain up top. almost 1 1/2 ft of snow has melted at Quanset hut. Some people managed to drive to 4 corners but to wet to have good day.
When you go to to the TOC Outdoor Gear Swap being held this Sunday, Nov. 29th from 2 to 4 pm at the Davis Bay Community Hall. Maybe do the SNOW DANCE. To Wet to go up hill so come to Gear swap. Also can donate gear for Jack Rabbits ski program.
THINK SNOW. Rain Rain go away come back as snow another Day up top I mean.
Posted by: Snow More
+4Current Conditions Sunday, November 29, 2009Only -2'c at top of Whistler Mon or Tuesday should get colder and more snow up top. Even could be snow Down here. Have you put your snow tires on yet.
Posted by: Snow More
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