Jasper

Avalanche season is upon us in the alpine.  Due to a thin snowpack, glacier travel is also at its trickiest.  Use  Weather Stations, the ACMG Mountain Condition Reports, and the MIN for conditions; or ask for Visitor Safety at 780-852-6155.

Danger is highest after new snowfall, rain, or wind transport - expect increased avalanche activity during, and for 24hrs after such events. Use extra caution where slabs overlie alpine ice. If an avalanche does occur consequences can be severe with thin snowpack and exposed obstacles such as rocks and trees.

Do your own avalanche forecasting; carry a transceiver, shovel & probe and practice.

Treeline snow depths 10-20cm.

Watch out in alpine areas as they gain snow over the next couple of weeks. Small windslabs may exist in leeward areas of alpine bowls, gullies, and near ridgelines.

Many open crevasses are hidden by thin bridges of wind-blown snow. Roping up, diligent probing, and experience are critical for glacier travel.

The Mountain Weather Forecast is available from Avalanche Canada (https://avalanche.ca/weather/forecast).