Metal Dome, Sea-to-Sky

<p>50+ cm of unconsolidated storm snow at 1,500m. Ski pen 35-45 cm at treeline. Observed dozens of natural size 0.5-1.5 on steep and unsupported slopes, all aspects. Natural slides ran long and skinny in gully festures. Heard half dozen thunderous triggers in the alpine - ostensibly cornice falls. Whumphing and tangible snow pack settlement at 1,500m. No cracking observed. Skied open, moderate terrain at treeline. Below treeline found some great turns with 20-30cm storm snow gripping well to crust.</p>

Terrain Ridden

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

Terrain Avoided

Steep slopes, Sunny slopes, Convex 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, Wet, Deep powder.

Weather Conditions

Stormy, Foggy.