Northwest Avalanche Center

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Observation Details

Name:
Peter Moore
Observation Date:
January 18, 2021
Submitted:
January 18, 2021
Zone or Region:
Mt Hood
Activity:
Skiing/Snowboarding
Location:
Multiple locations

Signs of Unstable Snow

None reported

Observations

Climbers from Portland Mt Rescue, Professional Ski Patrollers, and avalanche instructors from the Mt Hood area have all conveyed how challenging and scary backcountry travel is right now. The sun is not having a significant impact on softening the firm surface, even at low elevations.

Media

Icy and difficult skiing on the Tilley Jane trail
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