Hills bellow Pump peak

Jiri, Saturday 18th February, 2023 12:00PM

<p>We spotted the pictured crown at 1250 m. Shortly after had a big wumpf around some small trees. Dug a pit on a south facing slope at 35 degrees. Planar failure at 50cm down while cutting the back of the column. Skied out on our skin track avoiding terrain traps.</p>

Terrain Avoided

Alpine slopes, Convex slopes, Open trees, Steep slopes, Sunny slopes.

Avalanche Conditions

Slab avalanches today or yesterday.

Whumpfing or drum-like sounds or shooting cracks.

Snow Conditions

Crusty, Deep powder.

Weather Conditions

Foggy.

Location: 49.38500000 -122.94020000