Right now about the only place you can get in trouble is in the high country where an actual snowpack exists. So, while the hazard is limited to upper elevation shady terrain, it's time to start thinking about avalanches and more importantly... the consequences of triggering a slide Today's strong winds combined with fresh snow will whip up a few fresh drifts along the leeward side of the high ridgelines. Today you'll want to avoid any steep, wind drifted slope. Remember- even a small wind drift packs enough punch to knock you off your feet and may result in a season ending injury if you slam into a stump, rock, or deadfall barely hidden under the shallow snow.