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Readers share their best photos from Friday’s snow storm

From furry friends in the snow to scenes of a winter wonderland, see readers favorite photos from Friday's storm.

Blue Bikes on Tremont Street covered in snow on Friday. James Bartlett

By James Bartlett

The region was hit with its first big snow storm of 2022 Friday and we asked readers to submit their photos of the snowy conditions.

The storm, which dumped nearly a foot of snow on Boston and brought several inches to other communities blanketed the region and readers took full advantage.

Boston.com readers took several shots of the snow storm. Ahead we share many of the top photo submissions.

Readers shared their best outdoor snowy shots.

Many readers shared the outdoor scenery from Friday.

— Neil G., @chasingtheunusual
— Anthony T., @Ticse, Boston
— Carolyn B.
— Alex S.
— @jovina4
“The quiet of snow falling by the chapel in the West Parish Garden Cemetery.” — Jamie D., Andover

Bunker Hill monument. — Dom D., @dom_derienzo

— Holly C., @holly_carman7, North Andover
“Wildwood park in Burlington.” —Kerry A.
“A classic winter scene on Boston’s Acorn Street.” — Val, Boston

Many captured their pets embracing winter.

Though many chose to stay in and ride out the storm with some hot chocolate and a TV binge, many four-legged friends embraced the winter weather.

“Our dog Bobbie, a German shepherd / lab mix who LOVES the snow!” — Jeanne L., Roxbury
“Enjoying the snow day with my favorite pup!” — Tayla, Stoneham
“Shitzu Oscar and black lab Kramer on Beacon Street in Boston’s Back Bay.” — Seemab
“This is our 6-month-old pup Moby. He loves the snow and does not want to come back inside.” — Jose M., Auburndale
“Charlie Bear is enjoying the snow day! — @minidood_charlie, Boston
— Submitted by a Boston.com reader
“Dogs play on the Boston Common Friday.” — James B., @jamesbartlettphoto, Boston
“It was light and fluffy for our puppy’s first snow experience.” — Submitted by a Boston.com reader, South Shore
“Hunter relaxing after his first snow run off leash thanks to a new fence.” — Kristine M., Plainville
“The dogs waited almost a whole year to get to play in the snow again! These two dogs live in Lowell House at Harvard University.” — Submitted by a Boston.com reader

Kids (and grownups) enjoyed the snow day.

The love of snow was shared by many in the region as well, several of whom had a snow day which meant snow play!

“First day of sledding in 2022.” — Joan S., Maynard
“Salome and her snow man.” — @brianmpa
— Brian M., @bwm_creative
“Dea and Nora chilling on the snow.” — Drilona V., Clinton
“Fun snow day for the kids!” — Lindsey M., @lindsey111175, Mansfield
“8-year-old Griffin enjoys the first snow day of the season in the South End.” — Brian H.
“AD enjoying his snow day with a thumbs up!” — Veronica D.
“So much fun!” — Jen, Middleborough
“Bring on the SNOW! Nothing like XC skiing in Jackson and wearing a VINTAGE Helly Hansen ski suit!” — Michael H.

Others shared winter scenes from home.

Many readers didn’t go far to capture the winter wonderland, with many sending the snowy scenes from just outside their homes.

— Cathy T., @Cathy_weaver_taylor
— Scott H., @scohow66, Norwell
“Winter golf on Cape Cod.” — Sue S., Mashpee
“Skating rink, West Roxbury. This little backyard, snow-shoveled skating rink is ready for a plastic tarp, some water and the upcoming deep freeze. Ian (4) and Simon (2) will be testing it out.” — Submitted by a Boston.com reader
“Snowy view East Boston.” — Allie N.
“Here’s a view from my window.” — Mike C., Canton
“Snow!” — Submitted by a Boston.com reader