Public Observation
Observation Details
Observation Date:
May 16, 2023Submitted:
May 16, 2023Zone or Region:
Big Pine CreekActivity:
Skiing/SnowboardingLocation:
Thunderbolt N couloirObservations
Skied the lookers right fork of the couloir at 12:45. No wind whatsoever all day made for wetter than expected conditions. Boot penetration ranging from ankle to mid shin on the ascent. Snow line starts at the top of the first switchbacks. Approach shoes were dead weight.
Triggered Avalanches
Did you trigger any avalanches?
YesWas it intentional?
NoAvalanche Type:
Wet LooseSize:
Size 2: Could bury, injure, or kill a personElevation:
13600Aspect:
NEComments:
About 15 feet wide but ran the length of the couloir to where it forks. Most of my turns resulted in pin wheels and small wet loose until the upper apron.Photos:
Signs of Unstable Snow
None reported