McMurdo

Strong SW winds on Dec 29th created windslab in exposed areas in ALP/TL/BTL. 20-30cm HST on Dec 29 in sheltered areas.

Test pit dug in an open area below a rocky outcrop at treeline, west aspect, 20 degree slope. Test pit dug to 115 cm. HN 210 cm Mid-pack is well settled (4F to P) and overlays basal facets. CTM 15 (PC) down 16 on PP size 1; CTH 21, CTM 15 (RP) down 24 on DF size 1; ECTN 17 down 24cm on DF size 1; CTH 28, 25 (RP) down 40 on FCxr 0.5