Helen Shoulder Burn/Glades

<p>Skiing was good in the Helen Shoulder burn and glades. Open slope at the burn showed no signs of instability and snow was floaty powder with a supportive crust underneath. The glades showed little sign of instability, however some whumpfs were observed when skiing, especially when punching through the crust lower down. However these were small localized settlements. Overall a good day out! Also note that temps were quite warm in the sun today and surface snow was beginning to get heavier.</p>

Terrain Ridden

Alpine slopes, Mellow slopes, Dense trees, Open trees.

Terrain Avoided

Steep slopes.

Avalanche Conditions

30cm + of new snow, or significant drifting, or rain in the last 48 hours.

Whumpfing or drum-like sounds or shooting cracks.

Snow Conditions

Heavy, Deep powder.

Weather Conditions

Warm, Sunny.