Trying to understand these avalanches makes my head hurt. When that happens the best thing to do is keep it simple. We know the problem exists, we can see it in our snow pits. Over the past few weeks, we’ve seen multiple avalanches breaking 6’-10’+ feet deep and hundreds of feet wide. This avalanche problem is responsible for the 4 avalanche fatalities we’ve had in Utah this winter. Right now the way to manage this problem is to AVOID IT! Which has been easy this weekend since riding conditions are excellent on mid to low elevation slopes sheltered from the wind. There is incredible coverage in the Bald Mountain Pass area and when things finally turn the corner for our snowpack it’s going to be a great spring. So for now, get out and ride but avoid upper elevation terrain.