Chester lake

<p>when for a walk up to the lake with the skins on to give the gear a season opener test. found plenty of snow falling on the climb up, but it tapered off as we hit the meadows. lots of new snow, a bit punchy feeling around with the ski poles. above us: we could see plenty of evidence of wind loading at the ridgeline (pictured) dug a quick test pit to practice with some newer folks at the south end of the meadows, on a north/east facing slope below treeline. </p>

Weather Report

<p>lots of snowfall between 9-12 am, and then tapered off after. cloudy all day</p>

Terrain Ridden

Dense trees.

Terrain Avoided

Alpine slopes.

Snow Conditions

Powder.

Weather Conditions

Stormy.