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Observation: Bear River Range

Observation Date
3/3/2022
Observer Name
Pagnucco, L Weed
Region
Logan » Bear River Range
Location Name or Route
Garden City Bowls
Weather
Sky
Few
Snow Characteristics
Snow Surface Conditions
Damp
Snow Characteristics Comments
Wet surface snow down about 4-8". Horrible, sticky riding conditions in the afternoon. Not unstable just wet.
Red Flags
Red Flags
Rapid Warming
Red Flags Comments
Snowpack is wet (the top 20-30cm is very moist with the rest staying drier) and weak with facets above and below crust. Will need a slab still to have avalanche issues. There has been no significant wet activity during the warm spell.
Comments
Snowpack collapsed and cracked underfoot walking in shallower areas.
Today's Observed Danger Rating
Low
Tomorrows Estimated Danger Rating
Low