⁃ According to all opinions, snow that fell before Shabbos is not muktza.
⁃ Most Poskim are of the opinion that even snow that fell on Shabbos is not Muktza.
⁃ However, R’ Moshe Feinstein was of the opinion that snow that fell on Shabbos IS muktza.
⁃ Seems like the minhag in America has been to follow R’ Feinstein that snow is muktza.
⁃ Children do not have to follow the stringency of R’ Feinstein and can play in the snow on Shabbos.
⁃ Snowballs are not allowed to be made on Shabbos.
⁃ Snowmen are not allowed to be made on Shabbos.
Snow Removal
A non Jew can be hired to remove snow on Shabbos.
⁃ They should preferably hired before Shabbos.
⁃ If they’re hired on Shabbos then payment can not be discussed.
⁃ They should not use a snow blower unless it’s a danger.
⁃ Snow can only be removed from cement walkways. Not from dirt and grass.
If there’s no non jew available:
Within an eruv
⁃ If there’s a legitimate risk for people slipping etc. then a yid can shovel as regular.
⁃ If there’s dangerous ice on steps and walkways etc. then even a hoe etc. can be used to break the ice.
⁃ If there’s less of a risk then the snow can be swept and not shoveled.
⁃ Salt/sand can be spread on ice.
⁃ If that’s not working, hot water can be poured onto the ice.
Not within an Eruv
⁃If it’s a serious risk of harm then the snow can be moved less than 5 feet away from where it fell.
⁃ This should only be done if it’s absolutely necessary to leave the house.
⁃ In this situation, Minyan is not considered necessary.
Walking in snow
⁃ There’s no issue with walking on snow, even if you have letters on the bottom of your shoes/boots.
⁃ However, if the snow will melt while you’re walking (not probable) and there’s a choice between walking in the snow or walking where it’s shoveled, it’s better to walk where it’s shoveled.
Miscellaneous
⁃ Wet coats, gloves, scarves etc. can not be hung where you normally dry clothing (bathrooms etc.).
⁃ They can be hung where they’re normally hung when they’re not wet.
⁃ If there are branches falling to the ground then it’s best not to rely on the Far Rockaway/Lawrence eruv.