Spring!

Merrymeeting · 03-08-2009, 07:48 PM

When not at the lake, I live in north central MA, which climate-wize is similar to the lakes region and typically has the highest snowfall amounts outside of the mountain areas in NE.

Today I spent my 3rd day doing "brush" burning to rid my acres of the devastation from the pre-Christmas ice storm that cut our power for 7 days.

In the few areas that are now snow free as a result of the fires, I was amazed as I raked the wet oak leaves to find greenery (albeit weeds) growing under the leaf cover! It's coming!!!!

corollaman · 03-08-2009, 08:05 PM

yeah,maybe thats a sign of an early spring-let's all hope!

phoenix · 03-08-2009, 09:13 PM

will open the house April 23rd. Hopefully we can burn at that time. last year was a no burn due to the dry April( even though the ground was still wet)

Rose · 03-08-2009, 09:44 PM

We're also in North Central Mass and have crocuses and daffodils poking their heads up in a couple of gardens which are now snow free.

jetskier · 03-08-2009, 09:58 PM

We were up at the lake this weekend. There is still a ground cover of snow, but we had temperatures in the lower 50s over the past two days. There was also rain last night. The areas of exposed ground and pavement are absorbing the sunlight and causing very rapid melting. All of the lakes are showing standing water on the ice and I would pull any bob huts quite quickly.

My guess is that we will see bare ground within about 10 days and ice out will be early April.

Jetskier

corollaman · 03-08-2009, 10:04 PM

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Originally Posted by jetskier

We were up at the lake this weekend. There is still a ground cover of snow, but we had temperatures in the lower 50s over the past two days. There was also rain last night. The areas of exposed ground and pavement are absorbing the sunlight and causing very rapid melting. All of the lakes are showing standing water on the ice and I would pull any bob huts quite quickly.

My guess is that we will see bare ground within about 10 days and ice out will be early April.

Jetskier

Yeah, If it stays in the low 40's, high 30's like they said it's gonna! One more storm tonight and Monday, then rain Wednesday, then it's not supposed to get really cold. I checked Accuweather.com and it said mid 50's next week. So, if thise temps stay the same, we'll see Ice Out in the 1st or 2nd week of April and snow cover gone in a couple weeks. Even if we get the 6 inches tomorrow like they're saying, it will be gone before the weekend.

TomC · 03-09-2009, 03:46 AM

I usually chip up all the deadfall in the spring. I was thinking about burning instead as my chipper makes a racket and it is hard work.

What is the permitting process (if any) and other rules for brush burning in Moultonboro?

Thanks

SAMIAM · 03-09-2009, 05:49 AM

Burning is allowed any time if there is snow cover in 100' radius of the fire.Also ok to burn when it's raining.Other than that a permit is required and you have to wait until 5pm to light up. Get a permit at Chickadee Station.Pretty sure I'm right,but still wise to check before burning.

phoenix · 03-09-2009, 08:34 AM

and you have to get the permit the day you want to burn

corollaman · 03-09-2009, 08:43 AM

It's not officially spring till March 20th,but hopefully today's storm is the last snow!

Ropetow · 03-09-2009, 11:40 AM

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Originally Posted by corollaman

It's not officially spring till March 20th,but hopefully today's storm is the last snow!

For those of us who downhill ski, cross-country ski, snowmobile, snowshoe, ice fish, or otherwise enjoy the great outdoors more than from Memorial Day to Labor Day....Hopefully you are wrong. In many ways the Big Lake is as beautiful covered with ice as it is in July. Have you ever tried a winter sport? I highly recommend it. There's a place for those that want to boat 12 months a year....It's called Florida.

upthesaukee · 03-09-2009, 02:19 PM

It is nice to see winter just kinda wind down, slow melt off, lake doesn't get real high and you can get under certain bridges easily, golf courses drain well and dry out, roads get back to normal quickly, golf courses drain well and dry out, lake doesn't get real high and you can get under certain bridges easily, the spring flowers come up (crocuses [croci?

], daffodils, etc), did I mention the lake and the golf courses??????

It seems that the longer snow lasts due to additional snow, the more damage to trails due to the longer days and warmer temps between storms. I don't snowmobile, but do love winter and most of the winter activities, but about this time, I start looking forward to the change from white to green.

Merrymeeting · 03-09-2009, 07:57 PM

Having started this, I'll also state my love for all NE seasons. Part of the reason is the wonder and joy of change that comes with each one.

Traditionally, our last ski trip of the winter is the first week in March. After that, it's like a switch and my mind turns to ice-out/Spring.

While I love winter, I've had enough this year. I'm ready for the next season.

chipj29 · 03-10-2009, 06:27 AM

Last year, I was able to ride my snowmobile around my local trails up until April 1. My last real ride was March 30, but I did take a short cruise on April 1, just to say I did. There was actually a lot of snow that day, but the open water bars made it a rough ride to say the least.
This past Saturday, my buddy and I went on what we thought was our last cruise. We dressed light, which is unusual on a sled. The trails were getting thin quick, but we still had a great day. Some new snow yesterday may get me out again one day this week, but will have to see what the weather brings us.

SIKSUKR · 03-10-2009, 01:49 PM

Some of my favorite days of the year outside are in March.Big blue skies with temps in the 50's on top of a mountain still full of snow can be incredibly warm if you have the right exposure.Just Sunday I was sitting on my deck in shorts.The thermo said 70 in the protected area against my house.The birds were chirping and I saw a couple flys while drinking a mudslide.It will be here soon enough.One needs to get creative and this time of year can be simply spectacular!

sa meredith · 03-10-2009, 02:05 PM

The visual of "drinking a mudslide, out on the deck, in 70 degree temps, with the birds chirping" brought a smile to an otherwise miserable afternoon. Really.
Thanks!
Although, I must say, that because of the NCAA Tourney, March has long been a favorite month of mine.

corollaman · 03-12-2009, 11:27 PM

Looks like more nice weather for this weekend! I'll be able to get out and actually do some stuff again this weekend, like cook outside again.

hazelnut · 03-13-2009, 07:30 AM

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Originally Posted by corollaman

Looks like more nice weather for this weekend! I'll be able to get out and actually do some stuff again this weekend, like cook outside again.

True that.... We're ALL looking forward to that!

Seaplane Pilot · 03-13-2009, 02:16 PM

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Originally Posted by sa meredith

The visual of "drinking a mudslide, out on the deck, in 70 degree temps, with the birds chirping" brought a smile to an otherwise miserable afternoon. Really.
Thanks!
Although, I must say, that because of the NCAA Tourney, March has long been a favorite month of mine.

I think he meant to say he saw a couple of mudslides while drinking a fly...

Right on SS!

Ropetow · 03-13-2009, 04:02 PM

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Originally Posted by corollaman

Looks like more nice weather for this weekend! I'll be able to get out and actually do some stuff again this weekend, like cook outside again.

Why wait? Just shovel/snow-blow the area around the gas grill. Nothing like cooking steak tips as the snow comes down. Grilling can be a year-round sport.

corollaman · 03-14-2009, 06:07 PM

It was a great day, and WMUR said tomorrow is gonna be even better, as well as the upcoming week. I ate dinner by the beautiful sunset on Paugus Bay outside tonight after cooking it on the grill. What a gorgeous pink sky!

Merrymeeting · 03-16-2009, 12:33 PM

There's a fly on the Front Lawn webcam at Brookwoods! Next thing you know we'll be complaining about black flies!

It's a comin....

Lakesrider · 03-20-2009, 05:10 PM

Yep the Shasta Daisies, Lily's, are popping out new growth, and some of the trees are budding now. Come on Spring! Goodbye Winter!

corollaman · 03-20-2009, 06:19 PM

I'm glad spring is finally here! I'm just waiting for all the snow and ice to go away now. Now that we have reached the vernal equinox, it will go away quick. Can't wait to get the boat in.

Grant · 03-21-2009, 04:29 PM

I'm about a month away from "opening up," and it can't come fast enough. Gotta stop wishing for time to move more quickly...it can be a blessing and a curse...

trfour · 03-22-2009, 03:57 AM

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Originally Posted by corollaman

I'm glad spring is finally here! I'm just waiting for all the snow and ice to go away now. Now that we have reached the vernal equinox, it will go away quick. Can't wait to get the boat in.

"Way To Go", corollaman! I can't wait for Winter!!.... how long is summer??

.... Summer here in Texas, is about 11 and 1/2 months!

Thank God for Winnipesaukee Web Cams!

robmac · 03-22-2009, 09:04 AM

Well I hope it's summer when I fly in to DFW this week.

JPC · 03-22-2009, 03:44 PM

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Originally Posted by Grant

I'm about a month away from "opening up," and it can't come fast enough. Gotta stop wishing for time to move more quickly...it can be a blessing and a curse...

I've been looking out my window here in Milford NH and it has been snowng (flurries) for the past half hr.

I guess I wrote too soon, the sun is breaking out again.

hazelnut · 03-22-2009, 04:27 PM

Can't WAIT for winter to come again. This ice can't come back fast enough.

I think I'll post about it every day until ice in next year.

Ropetow · 03-22-2009, 07:38 PM

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Originally Posted by hazelnut

Can't WAIT for winter to come again. This ice can't come back fast enough.

I think I'll post about it every day until ice in next year.

No, just wait until our first heat-wave and start moaning about you hate the heat and can't wait for winter, when you can actually go outside and do something without getting heat-stroke.

SIKSUKR · 03-24-2009, 10:25 AM

One season at a time folks.Fantastic spring skiing conditions this past weekend with absolutely spectacular big blue sky and warm sunburn goggle tan sun on Saturday.You don't know what your missing.March is the most incredible month on a nice day to be outside on the mountain.More for me I guess.

Ropetow · 03-24-2009, 04:11 PM

Spring Skiing was indeed fantastic last weekend. Saturday was superb, as was Sunday, especially with the sunny skies briefly interrupted by that snow shower. New England at is finest. Looking forward to this weekend.

Lakesrider · 03-24-2009, 04:38 PM

I noticed today that the water really opened up near the Wolfeboro town docks. It is at least 100 feet out now, and goes out around the Windrifter and Concordian docks. Also several of the webcams show water working it's way outward from the shore.

Oh and Hazelnut, think of it this way...only 9 more months 'til Christmas!

Merrymeeting · 03-28-2009, 07:32 PM

Well as far as I am concerned, it is now officially Spring.

The peepers were peeping like crazy today!!!

Chillin & Grillin · 03-31-2009, 11:13 AM

I love when I first hear the peepers.

Janet · 03-31-2009, 01:57 PM

According to an old neighbor of mine when I lived in Vermont, the peepers have to "freeze in" 3 times before it's spring.

Chickie · 03-31-2009, 03:34 PM

Wow! The peepers have started their annual concerts? I haven't heard any yet, but will listen for them tonight. They usually don't begin here until about mid April. They must be early. Certainly a good sign.

wifi · 03-31-2009, 06:28 PM

The ants have officially started invading my counter... Here we go !

Pineedles · 03-31-2009, 06:35 PM

I can't beleive you said ANTS! I saw one on a window today when I was in an employee's cubicle today. Very weird. Different temperatures between NH and CT?

chipj29 · 04-01-2009, 06:55 AM

I got bit by a mosquito in Bow on Friday evening. Still snow on the ground, and the freakin' mosquitos were out. Don't they know that they are supposed to wait until after black fly season?

Just Sold · 04-01-2009, 07:43 AM

A Sure Sign of Spring! The Bridge is Full of Fishermen!

Webbsatwinni · 04-01-2009, 09:45 AM

And boats in Wolfboro

03-08-2009, 07:48 PM	#1
Merrymeeting Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Merrymeeting Lake, New Durham Posts: 2,226 Thanks: 302 Thanked 800 Times in 368 Posts	Spring! When not at the lake, I live in north central MA, which climate-wize is similar to the lakes region and typically has the highest snowfall amounts outside of the mountain areas in NE. Today I spent my 3rd day doing "brush" burning to rid my acres of the devastation from the pre-Christmas ice storm that cut our power for 7 days. In the few areas that are now snow free as a result of the fires, I was amazed as I raked the wet oak leaves to find greenery (albeit weeds) growing under the leaf cover! It's coming!!!!

03-08-2009, 09:13 PM	#3
phoenix Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: phoenix and moultonboro Posts: 1,556 Thanks: 61 Thanked 276 Times in 194 Posts	will open the house April 23rd. Hopefully we can burn at that time. last year was a no burn due to the dry April( even though the ground was still wet) __________________ it's tough to make predictions specially about the future

03-08-2009, 09:58 PM	#5
jetskier Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: North Reading, MA and South Down Shores Posts: 851 Thanks: 57 Thanked 183 Times in 114 Posts	Lake is behind this We were up at the lake this weekend. There is still a ground cover of snow, but we had temperatures in the lower 50s over the past two days. There was also rain last night. The areas of exposed ground and pavement are absorbing the sunlight and causing very rapid melting. All of the lakes are showing standing water on the ice and I would pull any bob huts quite quickly. My guess is that we will see bare ground within about 10 days and ice out will be early April. Jetskier

03-09-2009, 03:46 AM	#7
TomC Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Lakes Region Posts: 695 Thanks: 22 Thanked 99 Times in 68 Posts	Brush burning Moultonborough I usually chip up all the deadfall in the spring. I was thinking about burning instead as my chipper makes a racket and it is hard work. What is the permitting process (if any) and other rules for brush burning in Moultonboro? Thanks

03-09-2009, 08:34 AM	#9
phoenix Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: phoenix and moultonboro Posts: 1,556 Thanks: 61 Thanked 276 Times in 194 Posts	and you have to get the permit the day you want to burn __________________ it's tough to make predictions specially about the future

03-08-2009, 08:05 PM	#2
corollaman Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Laconia NH Posts: 181 Thanks: 8 Thanked 10 Times in 9 Posts	yeah,maybe thats a sign of an early spring-let's all hope!

03-08-2009, 09:44 PM	#4
Rose Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2002 Posts: 498 Thanks: 62 Thanked 71 Times in 32 Posts	We're also in North Central Mass and have crocuses and daffodils poking their heads up in a couple of gardens which are now snow free.

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03-09-2009, 05:49 AM	#8
SAMIAM Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Moultonborough Posts: 2,903 Thanks: 336 Thanked 1,678 Times in 587 Posts	Burning is allowed any time if there is snow cover in 100' radius of the fire.Also ok to burn when it's raining.Other than that a permit is required and you have to wait until 5pm to light up. Get a permit at Chickadee Station.Pretty sure I'm right,but still wise to check before burning.

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03-09-2009, 08:43 AM	#10
corollaman Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Laconia NH Posts: 181 Thanks: 8 Thanked 10 Times in 9 Posts	It's not officially spring till March 20th,but hopefully today's storm is the last snow!

03-09-2009, 02:19 PM	#12
upthesaukee Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Alton Bay Posts: 5,600 Blog Entries: 2 Thanks: 2,462 Thanked 1,983 Times in 1,083 Posts	Spring with a slow melt It is nice to see winter just kinda wind down, slow melt off, lake doesn't get real high and you can get under certain bridges easily, golf courses drain well and dry out, roads get back to normal quickly, golf courses drain well and dry out, lake doesn't get real high and you can get under certain bridges easily, the spring flowers come up (crocuses [croci?], daffodils, etc), did I mention the lake and the golf courses?????? It seems that the longer snow lasts due to additional snow, the more damage to trails due to the longer days and warmer temps between storms. I don't snowmobile, but do love winter and most of the winter activities, but about this time, I start looking forward to the change from white to green. __________________ I Live Here... I am always UPTHESAUKEE !!!!

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03-09-2009, 07:57 PM	#13
Merrymeeting Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Merrymeeting Lake, New Durham Posts: 2,226 Thanks: 302 Thanked 800 Times in 368 Posts	Having started this, I'll also state my love for all NE seasons. Part of the reason is the wonder and joy of change that comes with each one. Traditionally, our last ski trip of the winter is the first week in March. After that, it's like a switch and my mind turns to ice-out/Spring. While I love winter, I've had enough this year. I'm ready for the next season.

03-10-2009, 06:27 AM	#14
chipj29 Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Bow Posts: 1,874 Thanks: 521 Thanked 308 Times in 162 Posts	Last year, I was able to ride my snowmobile around my local trails up until April 1. My last real ride was March 30, but I did take a short cruise on April 1, just to say I did. There was actually a lot of snow that day, but the open water bars made it a rough ride to say the least. This past Saturday, my buddy and I went on what we thought was our last cruise. We dressed light, which is unusual on a sled. The trails were getting thin quick, but we still had a great day. Some new snow yesterday may get me out again one day this week, but will have to see what the weather brings us. __________________ Getting ready for winter!

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03-10-2009, 01:49 PM	#15
SIKSUKR Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Posts: 5,075 Thanks: 215 Thanked 903 Times in 509 Posts	Some of my favorite days of the year outside are in March.Big blue skies with temps in the 50's on top of a mountain still full of snow can be incredibly warm if you have the right exposure.Just Sunday I was sitting on my deck in shorts.The thermo said 70 in the protected area against my house.The birds were chirping and I saw a couple flys while drinking a mudslide.It will be here soon enough.One needs to get creative and this time of year can be simply spectacular! __________________ SIKSUKR

03-10-2009, 02:05 PM	#16
sa meredith Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Posts: 986 Blog Entries: 1 Thanks: 32 Thanked 352 Times in 137 Posts	thanks The visual of "drinking a mudslide, out on the deck, in 70 degree temps, with the birds chirping" brought a smile to an otherwise miserable afternoon. Really. Thanks! Although, I must say, that because of the NCAA Tourney, March has long been a favorite month of mine.

03-12-2009, 11:27 PM	#17
corollaman Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Laconia NH Posts: 181 Thanks: 8 Thanked 10 Times in 9 Posts	Looks like more nice weather for this weekend! I'll be able to get out and actually do some stuff again this weekend, like cook outside again.

03-14-2009, 06:07 PM	#21
corollaman Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Laconia NH Posts: 181 Thanks: 8 Thanked 10 Times in 9 Posts	It was a great day, and WMUR said tomorrow is gonna be even better, as well as the upcoming week. I ate dinner by the beautiful sunset on Paugus Bay outside tonight after cooking it on the grill. What a gorgeous pink sky!

03-16-2009, 12:33 PM	#22
Merrymeeting Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Merrymeeting Lake, New Durham Posts: 2,226 Thanks: 302 Thanked 800 Times in 368 Posts	Insects! There's a fly on the Front Lawn webcam at Brookwoods! Next thing you know we'll be complaining about black flies! It's a comin....

03-20-2009, 05:10 PM	#23
Lakesrider Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Posts: 2,129 Thanks: 380 Thanked 1,016 Times in 345 Posts	Yep the Shasta Daisies, Lily's, are popping out new growth, and some of the trees are budding now. Come on Spring! Goodbye Winter!

03-20-2009, 06:19 PM	#24
corollaman Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Laconia NH Posts: 181 Thanks: 8 Thanked 10 Times in 9 Posts	Today is the day! I'm glad spring is finally here! I'm just waiting for all the snow and ice to go away now. Now that we have reached the vernal equinox, it will go away quick. Can't wait to get the boat in.

03-21-2009, 04:29 PM	#25
Grant Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Pennsyltuckey, Tuftonboro, Moultonborough Posts: 1,501 Thanks: 377 Thanked 230 Times in 124 Posts	I'm about a month away from "opening up," and it can't come fast enough. Gotta stop wishing for time to move more quickly...it can be a blessing and a curse... __________________ "When I die, please don't let my wife sell my dive gear for what I told her I paid for it."

03-22-2009, 09:04 AM	#27
robmac Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Nashua,Meredith Posts: 951 Thanks: 213 Thanked 106 Times in 81 Posts	Well I hope it's summer when I fly in to DFW this week.

03-22-2009, 04:27 PM	#29
hazelnut Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2003 Posts: 1,348 Blog Entries: 3 Thanks: 508 Thanked 462 Times in 162 Posts	Can't WAIT for winter to come again. This ice can't come back fast enough. I think I'll post about it every day until ice in next year.

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03-24-2009, 10:25 AM	#31
SIKSUKR Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Posts: 5,075 Thanks: 215 Thanked 903 Times in 509 Posts	Summer can wait One season at a time folks.Fantastic spring skiing conditions this past weekend with absolutely spectacular big blue sky and warm sunburn goggle tan sun on Saturday.You don't know what your missing.March is the most incredible month on a nice day to be outside on the mountain.More for me I guess. __________________ SIKSUKR

03-24-2009, 04:11 PM	#32
Ropetow Senior Member Join Date: May 2007 Location: Rochester, NH / Bartlett, NH Posts: 322 Thanks: 228 Thanked 33 Times in 13 Posts	Spring Skiing was indeed fantastic last weekend. Saturday was superb, as was Sunday, especially with the sunny skies briefly interrupted by that snow shower. New England at is finest. Looking forward to this weekend.

03-24-2009, 04:38 PM	#33
Lakesrider Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Posts: 2,129 Thanks: 380 Thanked 1,016 Times in 345 Posts	I noticed today that the water really opened up near the Wolfeboro town docks. It is at least 100 feet out now, and goes out around the Windrifter and Concordian docks. Also several of the webcams show water working it's way outward from the shore. Oh and Hazelnut, think of it this way...only 9 more months 'til Christmas!

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03-28-2009, 07:32 PM	#34
Merrymeeting Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Merrymeeting Lake, New Durham Posts: 2,226 Thanks: 302 Thanked 800 Times in 368 Posts	Well as far as I am concerned, it is now officially Spring. The peepers were peeping like crazy today!!!

03-31-2009, 11:13 AM	#35
Chillin & Grillin Junior Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Northern, CT & Islander Posts: 14 Thanks: 6 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	I love when I first hear the peepers.

03-31-2009, 01:57 PM	#36
Janet Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Texas Posts: 470 Thanks: 233 Thanked 134 Times in 91 Posts	According to an old neighbor of mine when I lived in Vermont, the peepers have to "freeze in" 3 times before it's spring.