Calm (5 mph), mostly cloudy, no precip.
Used typical uptrack to access low-angle terrain. Consistent temps (~33 F), wind (NE), and wx (mostly cloudy/no precip) from 1330-1700. No red flags observed throughout the day. Fairly consistent snow conditions to 2100′. Dug one pit at 2182′ on SE aspect. No inclinometer in the group but slope angle estimated b/t 30-32 deg. HS=95-105 cm (grassy hillside). Basal facets present.
Cheers to the folks providing the recent Summit obs, and Happy New Years, y’all!
Calm (5 mph), mostly cloudy, no precip.
10-15 cm settled powder