We skinned up to 4900′, digging pits on W and SW aspects at 2400′, and on a NW aspect at 4800′. Skies were clear, winds calm, and it was chilly! Sure was nice to soak up the sun. [ Read More ]
We hiked up to the ridgeline from the southwest (little bit of bushwhacking involved…). We dug two pits at 2600′ and skied back down near our skin track. There was light snow all day, with calm winds. 6″ new snow over the past few days made for quality skiing. [ Read More ]
We toured up to about 2800′ and skied in some small trees for better vis and less wind. The winds picked up throughout the day, and fresh wind slabs were reactive all day. [ Read More ]
Took the cat track into Notch. Skied west and north aspects. In favorable locations the rain crust was buried under 1 to 2 feet of snow making for enjoyable conditions. Blossoming surface hoar from the ridge line into the forest. We did spot some natural avalanches likely from the last storm cycle. There was one [ Read More ]