Reports of slipstream being in shape might have been good, however new snow
over the last 48+ hours form an isolated cell came in with some moderate
winds on Sunday night and closed the window for now.
Climbed curtain call on monday, given its northern aspect it is in awesome
shape.
Weeping wall still looks good form the road but closer inspection reveals a
3 to four inches of sugar over variable ice on the lower section. Still
climbable but protection would require longer screws or much cleaning.
Early start and retreat is recommended. The circus is still looking good
but same ice conditions as weeping wall might be found in areas. Again
early start and retreat.
Howe's Peak area: Well still lots of snow and winter is still holding on.
Have observed several small to mid size slides along the eastern aspect of
this group. No visible slab action, mostly loose snow, probably triggered
by ice or cornice failure all were located on steep terrain and gully
features. Things are shedding and a few good lines are shaping up. If no
new significant snow shows up a few weeks might sweep the landscape enough
to improve travel and allow for some good calculated adventures.
Good hunting
Patrick Delaney
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