I was in Chalk Creek yesterday and got eyes on this day old sled triggered slide on a steep, east-northeast facing slope. All the avalanches i've seen the past few days continue in the theme of being triggered low on the slope and they're breaking above riders, who are sometimes on an adjacent slope... spooky for sure. Snowpit tests, hit or miss avalanche activity, and tracks on slopes are inconclusive and often suggest stability. That said, I wouldn't bet my life on any of these pieces of information because the biggest clues to avalanches is.... avalanches!

One thing for sure is... our persistent weakness, now buried 2'-3' deep in the midpack, isn't in a hurry to heal. Once triggered, an avalanche breaking into these layers will quickly get out of hand and instantly ruin our day. The most likely suspects are steep, wind drifted slopes facing north half of the compass. Since this avalanche dragon is unpredictable, the best offense is a good defense... you simply avoid it. Swing around to lower elevation slopes or choose low angle terrain with no steep slopes above or adjacent to the slopes your riding. (Gordon photo)

Not particularly widespread, there may be a old tired wind slab sensitive our additional weight. Found mostly on the leeward side of upper elevation ridges, today you'll want to look for and avoid any fat, rounded piece of snow, especially if it sounds hollow like a drum.