[MCR] Whistler Backcountry

Was in the area of Oboe/Singing Pass today with clients.  The alpine has seen considerable wind effect in the last 36 hours.  20 cms of 1 finger resistance over lies about 1m of consolidated settled slab. There seems to be an even more prominent resistance change between the mid pack slab and Facet/crust interface.

Skied low angle alpine terrain to access the TL/BLT for better ski quality.  What's a little concerning to me is the steep wooded clearings Below tree line. There seems to be still a high concentration of sugar underlying the slab/storm snow.  Poking around today in this type of terrain was a little alarming with the potential of triggering this type of terrain were lesser experienced ski tourers might think they are safe.  Yes, these pockets might only go to size 1 or 1.5 but the real danger is the potential for severe trauma inflicted by the old growth.  Something to think about as some operations are starting to trend BTL stability towards good!

Jon Simms

Asg

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