Northern San Juan

Avalanche

Leland Kohere · Jan 21, 2021 · Northern San Juan

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Snowpack

Path had some debris in it from an old Avalanche. Snowpack in the steep, open path below treeline was faceted and lacked cohesion.

Avalanche

Loose Dry Avalanche triggered from ski cut in the starting zone. Avalanche slid full path L-ASc-D1-R1-O. Another smaller Loose Dry triggered during second skiers third turn.