Uintas

Today the avalanche danger remains LOW on all aspects and elevations. Even though it hasn't snowed in some time, the low avalanche danger and beautiful weather make it a great time to get out and enjoy the mountains and the sunshine with family and friends.

If going into big, committing terrain, consider the consequences of triggering even a very small slide which always remains a small possibility.

No significant avalanche activity to report; however, Ted noticed some cracking in very shallow and very small drifts yesterday near Whiskey Creek. It's not a cause of much alarm, but something worth noting. When more snow arrives which could be in another week or more, I suspect we'll see a lot more of this.

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NOWCAST-

Temperatures this morning in most places are a few degrees above 0 F. Winds overnight were blowing 25 mph from the north at upper elevations but have eased a little this morning blowing 15 mph gusting to 20 mph.

FORECAST-

Today will have clear skies and sunshine. A little bit of warmer air will move over the area today and help temperatures rise into the low 20s F. Winds will continue from the north and calm to about 5 mph this afternoon as they slowly shift direction and come from the west.

FUTURECAST-

There will be a few clouds overnight and tomorrow morning as a cold front passes overhead. Otherwise the weekend will be clear and sunny with high temperatures in the 20s F. There is still some soft snow on wind and sun sheltered slopes as Michael J found yesterday even though its getting harder to find. I spoke with some riders at Soapstone yesterday who have gotten creative and found some interesting low elevation areas to ride where the snow is still soft, but it may require a little exploration to find.

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While we're waiting patiently for winter to return from its hiatus, take a few minutes and visit one of our beacon parks and test your rescue skills. Ted installed a Beacon Basin at the Bear River Trailhead and there's another park found at the northeast corner of the Nobletts Trailhead.

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Before it gets too crazy, now is the time to book an avalanche awareness presentation for your group, club, or posse. You can reach me directly at 801-231-2170 or [email protected]

This forecast is from the U.S.D.A. Forest Service, which is solely responsible for its content. This forecast describes general avalanche conditions and local variations always occur.