Sawtooth & Western Smoky Mtns

Conditions are generally stable, and large avalanches are unlikely. Small wet loose avalanches are possible on solar slopes that are sheltered from the wind.

If you're planning to play in very steep terrain: 

• Wet Loose avalanches: Friday, riders in the Sawtooths observed a decent-sized wet loose slide while riding near Alturas Lake. Today's expected breezy winds should keep most solar slopes from getting too wet and sloppy, but natural wet loose slides aren't out of the question. You can hedge your bets by not lingering under very steep, wind-sheltered slopes basking in unobscured sun—especially later in the day.
• Wind Slab avalanches: Isolated wind slabs formed several days ago. The slabs are weathered and generally difficult to trigger, but they deserve respect in extreme terrain. 
• Cornices: There are some monster cornices out there, and many are sagging due to the warm temperatures. Almost every long-time avalanche professional has a story about a cornice unexpectedly breaking under their feet or behind them. Be careful while traveling near large cornices, and minimize the time you spend in consequential terrain directly below them.