Snow pack obs and cool avalanches. Birdwoman Cirque

Location Name: 
Birdwoman Cirque
Observation date: 
Wednesday, March 9, 2022 - 12:45

Is this an Avalanche Observation: 
Yes
Observation made by: Public

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Quick Observation

Did a climbing trip out to birdwoman March 8-9.

A little bit of wind loading, but max slab thickness was 6 inches and fairly localized. These were experienced around 5000-6000'.

No other signs of instability.

Some massive avalanches. Especially one off of Mt. Cannon. Going to the sun road had the biggest pile of debris I have ever seen on it.

Most paths that could slide did. The garden wall had some big old avalanches on it, but hands were too cold for picture time.

Snowpack, Avalanche, Weather Images: 
Travel Details
Region: 
Glacier National Park - McDonald Lake Area
Activity: 
Climbing or Mountaineering
Snowpack Details
Snowpack and Weather Details: 
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Elevation of observation: 
3500-5000 ft
5000-6500 ft
Red Flags: 
Blowing snow