Observer Name
Matthew Jensen
Observation Date
Saturday, January 4, 2020
Avalanche Date
Saturday, January 4, 2020
Region
Logan » Southeast Idaho » Beaver Creek Canyon » Gibson Basin » Hidden Lake
Location Name or Route
Gibson Basin, Hidden Lake
Elevation
9,000'
Aspect
Southeast
Slope Angle
Unknown
Trigger
Snowmobiler
Trigger: additional info
Unintentionally Triggered
Avalanche Type
Soft Slab
Avalanche Problem
Wind Drifted Snow
Weak Layer
Facets
Depth
2'
Width
150'
Vertical
Unknown
Caught
1
Carried
1
Buried - Partly
1
Accident and Rescue Summary
A rider was caught, carried, and partially buried in a close call on Saturday, 1-4-2020.
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Luckily, looks like nobody got hurt in this one. I'd love to hear the full story. A party of four riders triggered this avalanche, with two sets of tracks coming out of debris. We are very glad everyone is okay..!
Photos from Mathew Jensen
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photos from Corbin of Beaver Creek Lodge
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From Carson's Instagram post:
"Gnarly way to start off the new year. As I was riding over a ridge today the snow gave out underneath me. I came off my sled, tumbled over rocks, and against all odds managed to stay on top of the snow during the slide. I was able to walk away with only bruises but it could have easily ended much worse.
All glory be to God. Every day we have here is a gift. I’m thankful to be given at least a few more."
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