CAIC Observation Report
Quick reportLane Meyers, Keegan Ferris, Eddy Young · Jan 18, 2026 · Snowy Range
Weather
Beautiful day, sunny skies with 10-15mph wind from the SE. air temp (F): 25; cloud cover: clear; wind loading: moderate; recent snowfall (cm): 0; snow avail for transport: small smounts
Snowpack
Wind loaded slopes greater than 30° that are at or above treeline should be treated with caution. Small to medium sized avalanches could be easily triggered. Cracking observed on wind loaded slopes
Avalanche
Wind slab triggered by snowmobiler on SE facing slope above treeline