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Observation Details

Signs of Unstable Snow

Observations

On W/SW aspects, we noticed about 3 inches of light unconsolidated snow on top of a robust supportable crust. Near ridgeline (~5000 feet), some wind loading on these aspects, but did not form cohesive slabs in most zones we traveled. We did not descend N or E, but it appeared to be wind scoured near ridgeline.

Travel conditions were challenging for skinning due to the dust on crust, but presented straightforward descents between 4200 and 5000. Lower down, the crust was less well obscured, but was still edgeable.