The answer to dealing with a complicated snowpack is to stick to easily solvable, moderate terrain and build confidence over time.
New snow on the horizon for the weekend!
Continued building of new windslabs through the region. Most prominent on N through E aspects due to SW winds but riders should be wary of obvious wind effect and surface clues on all exposed or potentially cross-loaded slopes at treeline and above.
This is a complex problem. The spacial variability and potential consequences of triggering a large avalanche on this layer makes it extremely difficult to gain confidence in the snowpack. Consider this before entering bigger features.
Unsettled weather as a series of Pacific fronts and lows begin to move inland bringing some light snow and fluctuating freezing levels initially. Winds ramp up on Wednesday with the approach of a heavy storm system.
For more detailed analysis: Mountain Weather Forecast
The snowpack is highly variable across the forecast Region but, remains mainly facetted, particularly in shallow areas. There is inconsistent bridging in the mid-pack over the weak basal facets and depth hoar.
No new avalanches observed or reported.
