You are here

Bunny Flat - Old Ski Bowl

Submitted by abeverly on Tue, 03/13/2018 - 8:52am
Field Work Date: 
Tuesday, March 13, 2018 - 12:00pm to 3:00pm
Responsible Party NameResponsible Party Phone Number
Andrew Keifer
Trip Members: 
Trip Member Name: 
Aaron Beverly
Trip Member Phone Number: 
530-227-5202
Travel Method: 
Snowmobile
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: 
Storm SlabWind SlabLoose Wet
Critical Changes to Weather or Snowpack: 
5-9 in of snow expected, moderate-strong S winds, rain
Forecast Confidence: 
Medium
Other Environmental Hazards: 
shallow snowpack hazards
Factors that Could Increase the Hazard: 
Low visibility
Field Work Objectives
Data Wanted: 
Verification of wind slabs, storm slabs, wet loose problems. Evidence of wind loading. Snow levels and amounts.
Proposed Travel Plan
Vehicle ColorVehicle DescriptionFS Door Number or License Plate
White
Forest Service Truck
1129
Brief Route Description
BF-everitt-OSB-weater station-lunch rock
Hazard Mitigation Measures: 
Avoid runout zones and slopes over 35 degrees. Don't ascend in a whiteout.
Strategic Mindset: 
Stepping Back