A skate run from P7 along Ridge Road to the turn-off to Western on Trail 2. It seems all of Ottawa was out for a New Year's Eve ski! The parking lot at P7 was almost full. Ridge Road had been heavily skied, but the trail was in good shape. A few branches still extend over the classic tracks (it was good to be skating in the middle!) and there is a little bit of tree debris mixed in with the snow. The Khyber Pass is a bit narrow so watch out for other skiers while descending. 1B, Burma and Ridge Road west of the intersection with Trail 2 are still closed. The photo shows the "end of the road" on Ridge. Quite a few skiers have obviously headed further west, but there is no grooming. My only complaint is that heavy traffic has already created icy patches on Penguin Hill above the saddle, and in a few places on Trail 30. Conditions should be excellent for those heading in to celebrate New Year at Huron, Keogan or Western.