Fifty-degree temperatures this weekend.

No sun but, still, 50 degrees! And I looked a little into next week — 60s and sun. So much for six more weeks of winter. I’ve clocked three. Who needs rodents when we’ve got satellites and radars and local outdoor columnists synthesizing multiple forecasts to get things wrong, too. It’s not easy distinguishing shadows and keeping these crystal balls clean or from rolling off the closet shelf, Uncle Buck-style. (I know, that was a bowling ball.) Anyway, hopefully, it holds true.

After a week of hard running, I’m looking forward to hopping on two wheels and seeing what local trails and gravel roads are rideable. Most local trails are probably soupy after the past week’s snowmelt, but out in the High Desert I’m sure there’s some dirt I won’t rut too much.

Local ski areas got over 2 feet of snow over this past week. Unfortunately, with the rising temperatures, chances of rain were possible at all local ski areas, according to forecasts. Mountain temperatures are supposed to drop early next and bring a refresh of snow.

Below is a more detailed ski report and some recommended spots for recreation this weekend.

Past week brings over 2 feet of snow, rain possible this weekend

Mt. Bachelor

As of Thursday morning, Mt. Bachelor ski area received over 2 feet of snow in the past week. According to the mountain report, the mountain got 2 inches overnight Thursday, 5 inches in 448 hours and 26 inches since the previous Thursday.

No more snow was expected throughout Thursday and Friday, according to the mid-mountain forecast. Temperatures are supposed to rise into the mid- to high-30s Saturday, which could mean either snow or rain Saturday evening and Sunday. A total of about 6 inches of precipitation is forecasted during that 24-hour period. Weekday skiers and riders could be in for a treat Tuesday. The forecast says 6 inches of snow Monday night and skies could clear Tuesday. Bluebird powder day, anyone?

The ski area’s base depth was 127 inches Thursday. Bachelor has tallied 314 inches of snow so far this season, the mountain report records.

Please beware of snow immersion and tree well risk while riding in and out of bounds at all local ski areas. Remember to ski or ride with a partner and keep them in sight at all times. More information on deep snow safety can be found at deepsnowsafety.org.

Hoodoo Ski Area

Hoodoo Ski Area received a little over 2 inches of snow overnight Thursday. The rest of the day was expected to be dry, but staff were expecting more precipitation Friday, according to the ski area’s conditions report.

The mid-mountain forecast predicted the ski area will get rain this weekend, with temperatures reaching the 40s. Cooler temperatures should return early next week.

Hoodoo’s base depth was nearly 99 inches Thursday. The ski area has seen 197 inches of snow so far this season.

Willamette Pass Resort

Willamette Pass got 27 inches over the past week and 4 inches in 24 hours as of Thursday, according to its snow report.

As with other ski areas, temperatures on the mountain were expected to rise Friday. Rain was in the forecast Saturday night and Sunday. But snow showers Monday evening could bring up to 4 inches of snow to replenish the ski area.

The mountain’s base depth was 66 inches Thursday morning. The resort had received a total of 191 inches of snow this season. All trails and five out of six lifts were open Thursday.

Angle trout, whitefish in the Metolius

During winter, the Metolius River is an excellent fishing option for mountain whitefish, redband trout and bull trout. According to reports on the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife (ODFW) website, nymphing with stonefly, mayfly or caddisfly has been effective for trout, while streamers are a good bet for bull trout.

All trout are catch-and-release. Current restrictions allow for artificial flies and lures below the lower bridge, Bridge 99. Fly-fishing only upstream.

Steelhead may be present in the Metolius River and must be immediately released, unharmed. They will be marked with two green plastic tags by the dorsal fin. Some fish will be radio tagged. Look for a long, clear antenna that looks like monofilament protruding from the fish’s mouth. If caught, anglers should keep the fish in the water as much as possible and avoid laying the fish on the bank. Avoid handling them as much as possible and leave tags intact. Please report when and where the fish were caught to either the Bend, 541-388-6363, or Prineville ODFW offices, 541-447-5111.

The Metolius River from Allingham Bridge upstream to its headwaters is closed for the season and will reopen May 22.

Check out the ODFW’s website for more fishing reports and other ice fishing options.

If any soil can soak up this melt, it’s Tumalo Reservoir’s

As a gravel bike rider, I often head to the roads and trails around Tumalo Reservoir after a week of significant rain or snowmelt. The weather over the past week and a half — with temperatures reaching into the 40s — would make it one of those times. The typically dry sandy soil soaks up precipitation well, hardening it and overall improving its rideability.

Assuming most of the snow in the area has melted by now, this could be a good place for a flat, dry hike or bike ride this weekend. Be on the lookout for horses. This is a popular horseback riding spot.

The reservoir is about a 20-minute drive northwest of Bend and makes for an easy one- to two-hour outing. Enjoy landscape views of the Sisters and rest of the Cascade Mountains during a morning, midday or dusk jaunt.

For a full list of conditions updated regularly, visit bendbulletin.com/explore/conditions.

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