Date of Observation: 12/03/2022
Name: Sam Micka
Zone: Northwest Mountains
Route Description: Up to the goal post on Emmons (via standard skin track), laps on the upper glades. Ski out standard exit
Observed avalanche activity: Yes
Avalanches: Observed some naturals in the bowl but visibility did not allow a full picture of the slope.
Weather: Overcast, light snow, winds ~10mph above 11500, poor visibility.
Snowpack: Widespread collapsing and cracking above 11500 ft. About 5 or so inches of fresh powder. Photos include a shooting crack just off the standard skin track, some naturals in the bowl, and coverage from the “goal post” looking towards axtell and carbon.
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