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Snowpack

(Public) Crested Butte Avalanche Center · Jan 14, 2022 · Gunnison

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Weather

Weather: Sunny and warm. Light winds

Snowpack

Snowpack: HS in Wolverine basin averaged around 220 cms. HS in wind affected areas near ridge line was much less ~1 meter. Snow surfaces above treeline in NNW terrain consisted of 5-10 cm of punchy wind slab. Unreactive to ski cuts but decreased ski quality. Bummer. Wind protected areas below treeline on steep shady slopes provided great near surface facet surfing.