Contributed by snowshoe leader Kelly Cleman

Five snowshoers started out from Swampy Sno Park on the trail to the Nordeen Shelter. More snow had fallen on the trail since the last snowshoers went through, so there was some work to be done getting the trail broken in again. The sun and patches of blue sky accompanied us as we traded out leading the group. We arrived at Nordeen Shelter and were able to enjoy some of the views from the ridge as we ate our lunch. Refreshed, we headed back up the trail towards Swampy Sno-Park. We stopped at the junction for the Long Loop trail and talked about if we wanted to go that way or just head back to the trailhead. Everyone was getting a bit tired so we voted to return the way we came. A great day for everyone!