[MCR] Observation peak glades

Subject: [MCR] Observation peak glades
Date: Sun, 18 Feb 2007 20:33:46 -0700
Toured to treeline at 8000 feet 2.5 km south of Observation Peak. 145cm snowpack, rutschblock 5 on 22 degree west aspect, resistent planar 35cm down, same failure with easy-moderate compression tests. -6 c at 12:30. Pegged the hazard at high in the alpine, considerable at treeline and moderate below treeline.

Barry Blanchard
Mountain Guide
Yamnuska Mountain Adventures