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Avalanche Gulch

Submitted by akiefer on Mon, 04/09/2018 - 9:46am
Field Work Date: 
Monday, April 9, 2018 - 9:45am to 4:00pm
Responsible Party NameResponsible Party Phone Number
Becky Cooper
Trip Members: 
Trip Member Name: 
Andrew Kiefer
Trip Member Phone Number: 
Travel Method: 
Skis
Emergency Contact NameEmergency Contact Phone Number
Becky Cooper
Equipment
Avalanche Safety Equipment: 
BeaconShovelProbeAirbag
Communication Equipment: 
Cell PhoneRadio
Other Equipment: 
HelmetFirst Aid KitWaterFoodEmergency ShelterRepair KitSnow SawSnow Study KitSkinsHeadlampExtra BatteriesKnifeFire StarterSignalling Device
Clothing: 
Synthetic or Wool Base LayersSoft Shell Snow PantsSoft Shell Snow JacketWindbreaker2 Pairs of GlovesHigh Loft Insulated JacketWarm HatAppropriate EyewearAppropriate Footwear
Today's Hazards
Avalanche Problems: 
Loose Wet
Critical Changes to Weather or Snowpack: 
highs of 60 degrees today. no wind
Forecast Confidence: 
Medium
Other Environmental Hazards: 
sun
Factors that Could Increase the Hazard: 
icefall, cornice fall, crowds
Field Work Objectives
Data Wanted: 
snow surface conditions up to 10k, icefall potential, wet loose avalanche activity
Terrain Choice: 
7-10k avalanche gulch
Proposed Travel Plan
Vehicle ColorVehicle DescriptionFS Door Number or License Plate
White
Forest Service Truck
1129
Brief Route Description
bunny to helen
Hazard Mitigation Measures: 
cell, radio, partner
Strategic Mindset: 
Stepping Out