Northwest Avalanche Center

Observation: Public

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Observation Details

Name:
Teri Walzenbach
Observation Date:
December 16, 2022
Submitted:
December 16, 2022
Zone or Region:
Stevens Pass
Activity:
XC Skiing/Snowshoeing
Location:
Skyline Lake

Signs of Unstable Snow

None reported

Observations

Surface hoar up 4-8mm on most surfaces. surface hoar melting in direct sun, preserved in shaded area.

resistant planar fractures in recent storm snow 20 and 25 cm down.

no propagation indicated in an extended column test.

right side up snowpack with old crusts at the bottom.

clear skies. no wind.

Media

Public Field Report: Skyline Lake
Public Field Report: Skyline Lake
Public Field Report: Skyline Lake
Public Field Report: Skyline Lake
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