Subject: | [MCR] Whitewater slack country Kootenays |
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Date: | Tue, 23 Dec 2008 10:40:27 -0800 |
Nelson area snow fall amounts seem historically low for this time of year. Whitewater ski resort is reporting 78cm at the top of the I found 10 good turns at ~1950m in a tree sheltered area where the old wind slab was supportive beneath new snow. After this the thin breakable crust made for challenging skiing. Coverage looked sufficient on the Whaleback of Evening Ridge but the low elevation alders were so exposed, it didn?t seem worth the trip. Praying for snow, Shaun King Alpine Guide / Asst. Ski Guide _______________________________________________ These observations and opinions are those of the person who submitted them. The ACMG and its members take no responsibility for errors, omissions, or lapses in continuity. Conditions differ greatly over time and space due to the variable nature of mountain weather and terrain. Application of this information provides no guarantee of increased safety. Do not use the Mountain Conditions Report as the sole factor in planning trips or making decisions in the field. Please check out http://acmg.ca/mcr for more information. |
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