Quick report
Snow loading was evident on eastern aspects and active transport was occurring with ~15 MPH winds from both the south and from the west. Small cornices overhung these same aspects. A couple small hand shear tests yielded no layers of concern. In localized areas the snow was a more punchy with a slightly stiffer upper inch of snow. Perhaps a re-freeze from the previous night. Some older roller balls seen that initiated off of trees on steep slopes. Snow started between 3500' and 4000' and increased to 2 feet deep by 6000'. Tolmie had more snow than Florence Peak. Snowshoes were needed above 4200' in open areas and above 5200' in the forest.