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Observation Details

Observation Date:
January 5, 2023
Submitted:
January 6, 2023
Zone or Region:
Santa Fe Area
Activity:
Skiing/Snowboarding
Location:
Raven's Ridge

Signs of Unstable Snow

Did you see shooting cracks? 
Yes, Widespread
Did you experience collapsing or whumpfing? 
Yes, Widespread

Observations

I took a leisurely skin on the Windsor trail to check snow depth. I went off trail a few times. I measured 113cm-130cm in various locations. I did not dig a pit, but the current snowpack is incredibly touchy. Whumps and cracks observed on all aspects, elevations and widespread.

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