Minus seven days and counting for utilization of the HITWRA.
Weather: Research data from the National Weather Service, Anchorage indicates that there will be some rain showers in the area of the Kenai Peninsula north of Clam Gulch for the next several days. Forecast calls for some cloudy days with high temperatures in the 50's and lows in the 30's to 40's. Long range forecast calls for possiblility of rain in the time frame of May 21st. Currently, we are under sunny conditions, birds are chirping, grass is turning green and leaves are popping. I walk past our flower beds and it sounds like popping corn as those little leaves pop to life.
Wildlife: To date, there have been no sightings of wildlife within the area of the HITWRA. An occasional moose, bunny rabbit and spruce chicken is observed up the upper plateau of the Hole In The Wall. To date, there have been no bunny or spruce chicken attacks, however, caution should be exercised. It is expected that members of the "Bear Clan" could be making a showing this week but no later than the weekend. A larger than normal showing of the Bald Eagle has been observed playing in the air currents overlooking the recreational area. The vision was inspirational.
Grounds Maintenance: Although, the only piece of equipment is down for repairs (again)some sand was moved into the area on Monday by Moose powered wheelbarrow. Expect tractor to be back in operation today? Seeing hourly improvement in the drying process, places that I could not drive on Sunday were dry on Monday. Glacier continues to leak but is receding up the hill. Will continue to haul sand and blade the area.
Living Conditions: Currently, the site for the Multipurpose Building is dry and ready for excavation. The area around the "Wolf Den" is completely dry. The area around the "Cook Tent" is dry with a little water in the area of firewood storage facility. The "Bear Den" is sitting high and dry, however, still pretty wet to access it. The bedding area of the "Buffalo Herd" is damp and drying however access to the site would be classified as wet but drying and rutted. The "Moose Clan" is moving higher on the hill in an attempt to escape the wet area, they should be positioned today however, it will remain wet in front of there area for a couple more days. Sand lot for the kids is dry - they should have a ball.
Facilities: Hope to move the multi-purpose building into the area this weekend and install the cook tent. Was not pleased with the floor covering in the multi-purpose building so laminated hard wood floors were installed on Monday. Things to be completed firewood gathering, gravel hauling, and settlement of camps.
Activities: Activity director has been re-assigned other tasks like leveling dirt, however, the anticipated Activity Schedule is slated to be disbursed prior to the coming weekend so everyone may make their plans. Copies will be posted on the "Clan Blog Site" the address is unknown at this time but it will be posted.
Have a sunny day - LA looks clear!