Observation: Summit

Location: Fresno Mi 50: low-angle terrain

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Route & General Observations

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!

Weather & Snow Characteristics
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Weather

Calm (5 mph), mostly cloudy, no precip.

Snow surface

10-15 cm settled powder

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