Steamboat & Flat Tops

Above-freezing temperatures, sunny skies, and light winds mean the snow surface could become wet on sunny slopes. You can trigger a slide where you find wet, cohesionless snow on steep slopes. Avoid steep slopes if you're sinking up to your ankles in wet snow. Rollerballs and point-releases are indications the surface is becoming wet.

Look for and avoid drifted pillows of firm snow in steep terrain at upper elevations. Especially if they're above terrain traps.

Sticking to areas sheltered from the wind with soft, dry snow is a good way to reduce your hazard.