Northwest Avalanche Center

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Observation Details

Name:
Michael Bartley
Observation Date:
February 14, 2021
Submitted:
February 14, 2021
Zone or Region:
West North
Activity:
Skiing/Snowboarding
Location:
Bagley Basin

Observed Avalanches

Did you observe any avalanches? 
Yes
Avalanche Type:
Soft Slab
Size:
Size 1: Relatively harmless to people
Elevation:
4600 ft
Aspect:
S
Comments:
Enchanted Forest, 8-10" deep. 50 ft wide. Ran maybe 200 feet.
Photo:

Signs of Unstable Snow

None reported

Observations

Skier triggered avalanche on steep convex role. Slid on a crust that was anywhere between 8 to 12 inches deep.

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