Was just in the Bugaboo's on an alpine course from September 21-24.
Precipitation throughout that period was quite consistent with snow
well down below the Kain hut level. Accumulations up to 60cm on the
upper Bugaboo glacier was observed, face shots would have been a
definite if we were on skis. Generally low density snow, however,
there was a weak layer, rimmed or graupel crystals lower down in the
storm snow that was producing large settlements and whumping that was
traveling long distances. No natural avalanches were observed. Wide
spread false bridging throughout glaciers, making it difficult to see
and negotiate crevasses.
The spires were plastered with snow and ice was running down all
over. By the 24th the south facing lower down faces, like the
McTech and Crescent towers areas were starting to dry off and might
possibly become climable again. The power at the hut was off for the
season due to the lack of water for the Hydro electric system and the
hut will be boarded up for the winter in a couple of days.
Time to head south.
Rich Marshall
Mountain Guide
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