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Major Snow Storm between Dec 15-17, 2022

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Major Snow Storm between Dec 15-17, 2022

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If you plan on hiking this weekend, expect in excess of 2 feet of snow on most mountain tops in the Catskills. Expect both rain and snow. If the temperatures drop more then expected, then expect even more snow. If the temperature rise, expect more ice. As with most Nor'easter storms, it should also produce high wind, along with rain and snow.

Use your largest snowshoes if you are going to be breaking trail. Do NOT hike without snowshoes.

Reduce the amount of miles you expect to hike. If you are breaking trail, 5 miles is usually what most hikers can accomplish in one day. Hike with other hikers who can break trail with you to extend your mileage. Don't take risk that result in the NY DEC Rangers and SAR to have to extract you from the forest. Come over prepared. Remember that small mistakes have big consequences.

This storm is expected to produce both snow and rain. If the temperatures drop more then expected, then expect even more snow. If the temperature rise, expect more ice. As with most Nor'easter storms, it should also produce wind along with rain and snow.

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