After a very cold week (unusual for August) I decided to head to Central last night to see if any ice had formed. I checked a few skating spots on the way and decided the Lower Manorburn was the most likely for a skate. Got there in the moonlight this morning and was pleased to find the ice had set in enough for a skate in Rushcutters. Great to be on the ice again even though it cracked the whole time. Good - but careful- skating! Then off up to Poolburn on the off chance something had set in. I was expecting the track to be challenging because of the snow but it was mainly clear - but rough. Surprised to find skate able ice in the small bay and main bay. Fantastically smooth and a pleasure to skate on. Most of the dam was covered but I did not need to venture far for good ice. The water has risen about a metre since I was last there. The ice started weakening by mid morning. Fantastic skating so late in the season - and maybe one more tomorrow?
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