Snow blower

Spending the night was always something common for me to do at my grandparents’ house. On this particular morning it was extremely cold outside. Not the type of cold where you just might want to put on two big jackets. It was the type of cold that made you want to cringe; even the whistle of the wind was harsh to your eardrums. The type of cold that the ligaments of your fingers ached from the chills attacking at them, even they were simultaneously begging you to get them to warmth. Now I was in…

Having fun with my baby girl on the sledge and my dog in the Swiss Alps/Me and my little girl owning the sledge with my dog in the Swiss Alps /Trudging through the Swiss Alps with my little girl on the sledge and my dog If you want to experience truly spectacular sights of great mountains, I would send you straight to the little village called Grindelwald, situated in the heart of the beautiful and captivating Switzerland which offers relentless pleasure for skiers and adrenaline-packed…

I sat there, in the deep snow, drawing my sound map. My eyes were closed, using my every ounce of strength to listen for even the smallest sounds. The whispering trees melodic wind, the creaking ice which covered so much of the winding river that ran through the riparian area on my map. When I was done, I laid down, acknowledging nature 's picturesque sky and landscape. The beautiful baby blue sky enveloped me with it’s gentle appeal while the tops of Aspen trees forced it’s barren branches into…

In 1942, during World War II, Mount Rainier had been used by military ski troopers for winter training; it had been off limits to all other people. During the winter of 1949, A huge snowstorm had caused Mount Rainier for a while because of the major damages it had caused to the park. A new record had been broken by Mount Rainier, in 1971, for the most snowfall in a year. In 1999 Mount Rainier had celebrated being 100 years old, and had many festive events. Mount Rainier, the volcano, is around a…

I value winter for not only its activities, snow days, or cheering fires, but above all for its simple, natural beauty. I stop in my step, mesmerized by the painted canvas around me. I feel a tingle inside me as I take in my surroundings. There is the perfect mix of blues, greys and whites as I gaze into the sky amongst the fluffy grey clouds. Amongst this painting in the sky, rings of yellow and pale orange create a precise flickering circle. The rings cast a dim glimmer through the colours of…

Crystal Joy The things that snow crystals can do Do you know amazing things about snowflakes? Do you someday want to know everything about them? Snowflakes are wonderful things that come out of no where. Also, the topics I am going to tell you are fantastic! Snowflakes are the most interesting things to learn about. Snowflakes are Amazing because they come in all shapes and sizes. Also, they can stop us from having school! Lastly, Snowflakes have a fantastic form. To…

Source 1, ground temperature has to be at least 32 degrees Fahrenheit or less. For snowflakes to form it needs to be cold. If the temperature is less than 15 degrees Fahrenheit, the air will not hold enough moisture as well. It could be too cold for snow to fall. Water molecules form ice crystals with 3 or 12 side. From time to time water molecules will split or…

a fun-filled venue for snow activity lovers and outdoor enthusiasts. Whether you love skiing, riding or some extreme snow sports, come here to discover Lake Placid with your guy friends. For an amazing mancation experience and an ultimate getaway in Lake Placid, here are some ideas and tips. Adventure with friends: The scenic Adirondack Park offers some amazing outdoor opportunities for men who love adventure. The Whiteface Mountain is for people who love skiing and snow adventure. If you want…

Vancouver’s Snow Watch Do you find yourself gazing longingly at the North Shore Mountains looking for that first dusting of snow? With temperatures dropping and heavy rain in the forecast it is that time of year when the annual snow watch begins. With each flake of snow we get closer and closer to hitting the slopes. How incredible to live in a City where you can cycle, paddle and snowboard all in the same day! I have a confession to make. I am a prairie girl by birth and my love for snow…

I can’t believe that I finally convinced my Dad. We had talked about getting me my first snowmobile. The snow was falling, and I was very anxious to get riding. I didn't think that this would ever happen. After quite some time stalking the internet, we found one. We found a 2015 polaris 550 for a sweet price on craigslist. So we called the guy up set a date for the coming saturday. Saturday morning bright and early we were on the road to antigo. We stopped at kwik trip to get some gas and some…