Amiskwi ski week

Skied in the Amiskwi area from Jan 26-Feb 2. Arrived in the middle of the rain event and throughout the week skied rain crusts as high as 2500 m elevation. Above 2500 m there was mostly wind packed powder that made for OK skiing. Following the rain we saw many naturals avalanches mostly releasing from steep and thin spots in the alpine. Natural activity tapered off as the week went on. Overall ski conditions were stable, no whumpfing, cracking observed.

Dug multiple pits between 2000 and 2600 m elevation. Found moderate results (CT 13-15) with the heavy slab failing on the facet layer. Snow was isothermal with boot and ski penetration to ground in spots below approx 1900 m elevation. Rain crust was present as high as 2500 m elevation.