Looks like we're going to be faced with another snow filled winter.

With 4 of our next 5 games at home the fate of our matches going ahead, in regards to the snow, is in our own hands more than normal and with that in mind the club are keen to compile a list of people willing/able to assist with clearing the pitch and stadium in order to prevent postponements.

We will, of course, post on here the minute we hear about the need for people to clear snow, but it makes it easier to spread the word and let people know if we have some contact details, so if you are able to assist then you can either PM me your details or call the club on 01463 222880 and they will take your details from you there.

Having just spoken to the club, the current situation is that the pitch is looking good under the snow which is preventing it from freezing (at the moment).

Good statement from Kenny. What forecast have the SPL seen I wonder? No snow forecast for the next few days. It might be cold but with only a gentle breeze it will be perfect for football. Stupid decision IMHO. Probably dictated by Celtic wanting a bit of time to regroup and Aberdeen wanting time for someone desparate enough to want to manage them.

There's more to this than meets the eye.

Send the bill for the USH heating to the SPL. After all it was them who insisted we tear up our pitch and install it to avoid scenarios like this!

did we not have USH from the day the stadium was opened?

No, USH was only installed when we were promoted to the SPL.

Send the bill for the USH heating to the SPL. After all it was them who insisted we tear up our pitch and install it to avoid scenarios like this!

We are the SPL, well 1/12 of it at least. Would we be willing to pay for other less efficient USH systems installed at other grounds?

Has anyone thought of painting the snow green and getting some stupid sheep to eat it all.

Send the bill for the USH heating to the SPL. After all it was them who insisted we tear up our pitch and install it to avoid scenarios like this!

We are the SPL, well 1/12 of it at least. Would we be willing to pay for other less efficient USH systems installed at other grounds?

Did you know that a 15 tog duvet big enough to cover the pitch and with an aluminium foil coating on the top side would work out at a fraction of the cost and would be more effective.

Funny you should mention that, I heard they were going to implement this idea but with one addition...2500 holes which are secured with velcro. That way they can just pull the duvet up over the main stand and use it to keep everyone warm during the match.

does anyone know if volunteers are required this week? i don't suppose there's been much of melt yet.

Situation is not clear at the moment and very much depends on what the weather is set to do and when.

If it looks like we might get a a bit of thaw and temperatures aren't looking too bad then the decision may be made to remove the snow earlier to prevent a waterlogged pitch. If things remain cold then it will likely be cleared Saturday morning.

It's a case of wait and see, and as soon as it changes I'll pass on the information.

Did you know that a 15 tog duvet big enough to cover the pitch and with an aluminium foil coating on the top side would work out at a fraction of the cost and would be more effective.

You hum the first few bars and I'll join in.

Radio Scotland just said we are confident it'll go ahead..

Excellent, what about needing snow clearing volunteers? If the forecast is right it'll be waterlogged if we don't clear the snow before Friday.

Inverness director of football Graeme Bennett told BBC Scotland: "We have no concerns at all about the game and fully expect to welcome Rangers back from Turkey to Inverness. "The pitch is under snow but is in perfect condition underneath. We will clear it on Saturday morning and I fully expect the match to go on."

http://news.bbc.co.uk/sport1/hi/football/scot_prem/9269733.stm

Inverness director of football Graeme Bennett told BBC Scotland: "We have no concerns at all about the game and fully expect to welcome Rangers back from Turkey to Inverness. "The pitch is under snow but is in perfect condition underneath. We will clear it on Saturday morning and I fully expect the match to go on."

http://news.bbc.co.uk/sport1/hi/football/scot_prem/9269733.stm

I'm inclined to suspect that the game will be called off along with many others across the central belt.

If the SPL don't do it, the police almost certainly will.

The club, as at close of play yesterday, had been given no indication by anyone that consideration was being given to a postponement.

Stadium is pretty much ready for the game with stands, walkways, paths and surrounding pavements already cleared and being kept gritted.

It's likely the pitch will be cleared before Saturday morning due to the fact we have an early kick-off.

Club are providing us with updates as and when they are available and we'll pass them on as soon as we can.

I'd agree with that, the temp here is now 3c and snow is turning very slushy, forcast is for higher temps and windy.

Good idea to clear the pitch before it gets too mushy/waterlogged.

I believe the pitch clearing is underway

Why... are you there with a snow shovel Ron?... thats dedication!

Heard on Radio Scotland that the SPL will make an announcement tomorrow regarding whether games will go ahead, hope they base their decision on the road conditions predicted for saturday rather than first thing friday.

Edited December 9, 201015 yr by caley100

Pitch was about a third clear about half an hour ago.

Press Release from the club: http://caleythistleonline.com/3038-game-on

Press Release from the club: http://caleythistleo...om/3038-game-on

Press Release from the club: http://caleythistleonline.com/3038-game-on

Great news...

Are these the Skye fans having received their briefs?

Well.... its all very well Kenny Cameron saying the game is ok from our point of view, but its up to the Polis down south to decide whether the roads are ok for fans/team to travel.

Here's hoping !