East Peak - AST-2 Observations

<p>AST-2 group of 9 avoided overhead hazzard, gaining East Peak (1950m). No slab propogation noted on several representative small test slopes. Dug three pits (2 West facing, one Northwest Facing) at 1950m. Height of snow ranged from 185cm to 200cm. The December 26th crust complex is easily felt with a probe or pole down 55cm. Results were fairly consistent with Extended Column Test showing no results. Compression tests Moderate (14,17,19) all failing at 40cm resistant planar in a vague December 26 storm snow interface. Spooky and significant results also occured on the Mid November Persistant Weak Layer. Compression tests of Hard 23 & 24 were consistant on this burried surface hoar layer that is slow to heal. Below the November PWL are facets, depth hoar, and four finger snow. </p>

Terrain Ridden

Open trees.

Terrain Avoided

Alpine slopes, Convex slopes, Steep slopes.

Snow Conditions

Powder.

Weather Conditions

Cloudy.