Day started out warmer and more pleasant than expected. Sunshine with increasing clouds throughout morning. Winds was light from the southwest on the top of Reynolds. Southeast through southwest facing slopes were damp, with northerly facing still harboring settled creamy powder. No signs of instability or recent activity in the West Desolation ridge, Reynolds, or Tom's Hill. Many people out in the backcountry today enjoying the variety of conditions the mountains had to offer. The next storm, albeit small, will probably bond well due to the prolonged warm temperature regime. Would expect less problematic post-storm issues compared to the 2/16 storm. However, in areas where the rain/rime crust is still present, such as upper Cardiff, White pine, Red pine, the new snow will likely sluff and slab easily if provoked.

Photos:

Roller balls on north facing uptrack near forest.

Mt. Kessler and overall sky coverage by PM.