Aspen

Avalanche conditions remain dangerous. The recent avalanche activity highlights how large and destructive slides can be. Avalanches can be triggered from adjacent slopes and from below. Choose terrain conservatively to give steep slopes a wide berth. Previous tracks on a slope does not mean it is safe. Do not expect to see cracking or hear collapsing before a slide breaks. Stick to slopes less than 30 degrees without similarly steep slopes overhead.

In the afternoon, snow surfaces will become wet on steep southerly-facing terrain. Stick to slopes with dry surfaces to avoid triggering small wet loose avalanches.