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East of Big Mt 2/6
Location Name:
Ghouli and points east 2/6
Observation date:
Tuesday, February 6, 2018 - 19:30
Is this an Avalanche Observation:
No
Observation made by:
Public
Location
Tabs
Travel Details
Region:
Whitefish Range - Southern (south of Coal Creek)
Route Description:
Ghouli Pt, Creek 2, Kona, Creek3 and return to the area
Activity:
Skiing
Snowpack Details
Snowpack and Weather Details:
Terrain
Elevation of observation:
5000-6500 ft
Aspect(s) of observation:
N
S
W
More comments about the snowpack and weather:
A lot of drifting on the ridges making the Canyon Cr side the leeward side. This surprised use given the north winds on 2/5. The snow on the ridge tops was drifted and wind pressed. However, down about 60-80 vertical feet it became uniformly soft and not slabby. We did not experience slumping, cracking, or auditory cues on any aspect. We skied steeper terrain without alarms (35-40).
Avalanche Details
Avalanche Details:
Date and Time of Avalanche:
Wednesday, February 7, 2018 - 19:30
