Topic - Game Department

Snow and ice persists at higher elevations, the agency said.

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“This time of year always offers a challenging time for enjoying the wilds of the state," the department said. “Temperatures have the potential to change by 20 degrees in a day. Additionally, the mountain tops have retained most of their winter feel but still swarm brooks and streams with water, making crossings more difficult."

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