Front Range

Avalanche

Buster Jesik · Jan 1, 2022 · Front Range

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Weather

S - 1 in the morning clearing in the afternoon. Cold, around 0-5*F. Calm to light winds, moderate gusts at ridge top.

Snowpack

Easterly Aspects BTL - average HS 100cm. F hard precip particles on top, mid pack gaining cohesion (F+ / 4F) F hard facets on the bottom. Easterly Aspects NTL - HS 100-210cm. Variable powder and wind affected surface conditions.

Avalanche

Shooting cracks, small (D1) wind slabs observed on and directly below the small cornice above the popular bowl. These small slides were intentionally triggered for demonstrations purposes on an avalanche education course.