Observation: Tony Grove

Observation Date
2/16/2016
Region
Logan » Tony Grove
Location Name or Route
Tony Grove area, Mt. Naomi
Weather
Weather Comments
nice day
Snow Characteristics
Snow Surface Conditions
Melt-Freeze Crust
Rain-Rime Crust
Snow Characteristics Comments

Got a report from a sledder that Tony Grove area is highly variable. Upside down snowpack with a substantial 2" thick ice crust. Rider reports horrible skiing conditions so his party stayed on snowmobiles only to find somewhat dangerous riding conditions. Unable to turn sled skis as they broke through crust. Unconsolidated snow underneath that crust made for a very frustrating afternoon.

Red Flags
Red Flags Comments
Rider reports no avalanche activity.

Rider reports that everything up high was coated in 2-3" of ice/rime.

Today's Observed Danger Rating
Moderate
Tomorrows Estimated Danger Rating
Moderate