We have a snowpack depth of 9.5 inches today. Last weekend we received a record snowfall of 13.5 inches. This was followed by a deep freeze this week with lows below zero and wind chills up to 22 degrees below zero. Traveling has improved as the snow was cleared from the streets. Wildlife has been affected with small mammals mostly hidden in burrows or nests with very little observable activity. Some larger mammals such as deer and coyote's have been venturing out. Birds have been active and observed looking for seeds and nuts and congregating around feeders. Overall it has been a subdued environment outside due to the harsh temperatures and the amount of snow we received.
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