Loop Brook Test Pit

<p>Test Pit dug on a west aspect on the way up to the Lily Gl. on the Lily traverse. Broken Thin sky to OVC and whiteout conditions. Test pit dug to 120 cm. Crust down 60 with 60 storm snow above consolidating well. 4F with F in upper 20 cm. CTN x 2. variable distribution of recent WS on crust and with varying density and hardness it is still very difficult to predict spatial distribution. Numerous up to Sz 2.5 Na >48h down ~60? on WS and Storm snow observed on ridge top W asp on Rampart and Dome. Continued M to I transport noted at ridgetop through this afternoon. Keeping it cautious. Stepping Back. </p>

Terrain Ridden

Alpine slopes, Mellow slopes, Sunny slopes.

Terrain Avoided

Steep slopes.

Snow Conditions

Wind affected, Powder.

Weather Conditions

Cloudy.