Observation: Hatcher Pass

Location: MicroDot Peak, West Shoulder, South Aspect

Date:

February 4, 2016 1:00pm

Observer:

Ralph Baldwin

Route & General Observations

Approach via Rae-Wallace basin from Independence Bowl Parking Lot. Evidence of surface wind crust. At pit location, winds 20G37. Descent from 4480′ on south aspect found icy conditions.

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Observer Comments

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Weather & Snow Characteristics

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Weather

Strong winds, broken skies with occasional sun. Temp was 25 F.

Snow surface

Dust on crust with occasional recycled powder in more protected spots.

Snowpack

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Pit Information: south aspect of west shoulder of MicroDot Peak, Hatcher Pass.

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