How does an avalanche accident happen? What is it like to be caught? What can we learn? Read a first-hand account of an avalanche accident in the Meadow Chutes that happened in January.
Episode 6 of the UAC podcast "A Conversation with Tom Kimbrough" is live. We explore ideas about lifetime exposure to risk and what role Buddhism has played in his life as a climber, skier, and soon-to-be octogenarian. We talk about what has changed over the years in snow science and the role of mentorship in the world of avalanche forecasting and other professions and pursuits. Check it out on ITunes, Stitcher, the UAC blog.
The UAC Marketplace is still open. Our online marketplace still has deals on skis, packs, airbag packs, beacons, snowshoes, soft goods and much more.
INSTAGRAM! We now have a UAC-Moab Instagram page. You can find it here....but better yet follow us on your smartphone. Confused? Ask a teenager.
Skies are cloudy and southerly ridge top winds are cranking in the 30 mph range with gusts as high as 50 mph. 10,000' temps are in the high 20's. Mixed bag, spring-like conditions are in effect and the snowpack remains shallow and thin. Most surfaces are wind and sun crusted, and many south facing aspects are melted out to the ground.
Base depth in Gold Basin: 32" Base depth at Geyser Pass Trailhead: 20"
New snow totals in Gold Basin.
Snow totals at the Geyser Pass Trailhead, (9600')
Wind, temperature, and humidity on Pre Laurel Peak (11,700')
Road conditions to Geyser Pass Trailhead: The road is plowed but snowpacked and icy in places with mud on the lower end. Good tires and at least front-wheel drive recommended.
Grooming conditions: