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Wintry Times in North Woodside

/ Anna White

Wow, what wintry weather we’ve been having! Quite a doozy of a snow/sleet storm on January 25 + nine days straight of subfreezing temperatures = mountains of frozen rock hard “snowcrete.” Digging out has certainly been much more challenging than usual. When the county needs to abandon snow plows and bring out the Bobcats to clean the streets and school is closed for over a week, you know it’s serious!

Kudos to all who toiled and labored and nearly broke their backs to clear neighborhood sidewalks. (And if you notice an area that still needs clearing and are able, please help with further ice removal. Many shovelers make light work!)

While stuck at home, some spent this unexpectedly lengthy winter “staycation” discovering the many wintry “humble wonders” to be found right here in the neighborhood, documenting snowy scenes, and creating some unique forms of snow art.

Yes, one needn’t travel far to enjoy the wintry pleasures of sliding down the “Black Diamond” of Grace Church and “Aspen Slopes” of Woodlin, climbing the “Mt Everest” of Luzerne/Glen Ross, and spotting the “polar bear” of Stratton. And many an igloo abound for those looking for some icy lodging.

Check out some more wintry scenes captured by neighbors:

And stay tuned for the 2025 North Woodside Snow Art Awards!

In the meantime, how about going on a Snow Art Scavenger Hunt? How many cool creations can you spot? More specifically, how many igloos, snow people, and unique snow sculptures can you find? And can you locate the “Snow Henge” of North Woodside?

North Woodside Snow Scenes

/ Anna White

Yesterday was Groundhog Day and word has it Punxsutawney Phil saw his shadow, which means 6 more weeks of winter. We’ll see if this prediction proves correct. In the meantime, here’s a look back at the wintry weather in the neighborhood this past month: snow scenes, snow shoveling, snow people, snow fun, and ice art. Thanks to all the neighbors who submitted photos!

Neighborhood “Snow Patrol” Ready to Serve You

/ Anna White

Homeowners are legally required to clear the sidewalk in front of their home within 24 hours of the end of a weather event. Need help shoveling your sidewalk, driveway, and/or walkway? Or know of a neighbor who does? Contact the North Woodside Snow Patrol Group.*

Interested in joining the neighborhood “Snow Patrol”? The group communicates via a listserv subgroup. If you are a neighborhood resident who subscribes to the main neighborhood listserv, click here for directions on how to subscribe to the subgroup.

* Note: delivery of emails from addresses not subscribed to the main neighborhood listserv may be delayed for moderation.