Gorge 18

lknapper.01, Tuesday 3rd January, 2023 1:10PM

<p>Skied steep trees and supported bowls on a variety of aspects ( W to NE) from 1940m to 1500m. Excellent skiing conditions. A necessary awareness of PWL in the snowpack necessary. But with sensible terrain decisions can have an amazing day out. Some of the best turns of the year so far. </p>

Weather Report

<p>Clear day that then gave way to scattered cloud. Some pinwheeling observed but consistent colder temps and high pressure appear to have minimized solar effect on new snow so far. Calm morning shifting to light W wind in afternoon. Localized blowing snow at ridgeline. </p>

Terrain Ridden

Dense trees, Mellow slopes, Open trees, Steep slopes, Sunny slopes.

Terrain Avoided

Alpine slopes, Convex slopes.

Avalanche Conditions

Whumpfing or drum-like sounds or shooting cracks.

Snow Conditions

Deep powder, Powder.

Weather Conditions

Cold, Sunny.

Location: 51.04245000 -118.82664000