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Slide Alder Sensei
Location Name:
Crystal/Cascadilla
Observation date:
Saturday, November 28, 2020 - 15:00
Is this an Avalanche Observation:
No
Observation made by:
Public
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Quick Observation
Nice day touring in the Middle Fork.
We skiied north and northeast facing terrain in Crystal Creek and Cascadilla Creek
Stability was good and snowpack foundation seemed relatively strong here
Widespread wind effect observed near ridgelines as well as midslope in open areas. Wind effect showed evidence of strong north winds blowing upvalley yesterday evening.
On open slopes, we found stiffening punchy pow. Best riding conditions were found in protected terrain, where wednesday's new snow is relatively undistrubed still.
during our exit, we observed moist snow below 4500'
Best character building conditions were found whilst thrashing through the slide alder thickets. Highly recommended.
Snowpack, Avalanche, Weather Images:
Travel Details
Region:
Flathead Range - Middle Fork Corridor
Activity:
Skiing
Snowpack Details
Snowpack and Weather Details:
Terrain
Elevation of observation:
3500-5000 ft
5000-6500 ft
Aspect(s) of observation:
N
NE
Total Snow Depth:
115
More comments about the snowpack and weather:
Above freezing at lower elevations
Blowing Snow:
Previous
Wind Speed:
Light (Twigs in motion)
Wind Direction:
Southwest
Air temperature:
Below Freezing
Sky Cover:
Mostly Cloudy (BRK)
Highest Precipitation Rate:
Very Light Snowfall (S-1)
