Mount Mansfield

Quick report

wshanks · Dec 5, 2016 · Haines Pass

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Quick report

Weather
windy, cold
Ride Type
openTrees, mellowSlopes
Stayed Away
alpineSlopes, convexSlopes
Riding Quality
good
Snow Conditions
powder
Avalanche Conditions
avalancheConditionSnow

Arrived HP evening of Dec 2nd. Temp was -2 C. Skied Dec 3rd, temp was -12 C strong winds from NNE. No visibility at HP summit, drifting snow on road, moderate to high rate of snow accumulation. Skied southeast shoulder of approach to Mansfield,excellent wind protection. 1 meter deep powder in trees and 20 cm boot pen. in willows.