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Observation Details

Name:
Jonathan A Strahl
Observation Date:
November 25, 2020
Submitted:
November 25, 2020
Zone or Region:
East Central
Activity:
Skiing/Snowboarding
Location:
Chiwaukum - Lower McCue Ridge

Signs of Unstable Snow

None reported

Observations

Solo trip, conservative terrain choice, exploring mindset learning about early season snowpack. Dug a pit at 13:30 at 4500ft on NE aspect 10 degree slope. 66cm snow depth. 20cm of powder on top of firm rain crust. CTM 14 BRK on rain crust, not cohesive slab, CTH 25 SC at ground.

Media

66cm snow height
Compression test sudden collapse at ground after 25 hits
Fine day out
Full snow profile

Advanced Observations

Observed Avalanche Problem #1: 
Storm Slab
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