Date of Observation: 02/23/2022
Name: Eric Murrow
Zone: Southeast Mountains
Route Description: Pavement obs from HWY 135
Observed avalanche activity: Yes
Avalanches: Numerous natural avalanches near and below treeline on east and northeast slopes. Many D1’s and a couple of D2’s on longer slopes or drifted terrain features. Never got a view of alpine terrain or the northern end of Whetstone.
Weather: A brief clearing gave me views of the southern end of Whetstone near and below treeline.
Photos:
- Large natural avalanches in easterly-facing terrain in the X-Chute area.
- Naturals on an east-facing ridgeline on the far southeast end of Whetstone.
- Numerous natural avalanches in the “Octagon” zone on the southeast end of Whetstone.