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Bunny Flat - OSB - Grey Butte

Submitted by abeverly on Wed, 03/14/2018 - 11:33am
Field Work Date: 
Wednesday, March 14, 2018 - 12:00pm to 4:00pm
Responsible Party NameResponsible Party Phone Number
Nick Meyers
Trip Members: 
Trip Member Name: 
Aaron Beverly & Lief Hanson
Trip Member Phone Number: 
530-227-5202
Travel Method: 
SkisSnowmobile
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 Slab
Critical Changes to Weather or Snowpack: 
16 inches or more snow added to snow pack. 2-3 ft of snow above treeline in 36 hours.
Forecast Confidence: 
Medium
Field Work Objectives
Data Wanted: 
Verification of wind slabs, snow depths above treeline. Storm slab verification.
Terrain Choice: 
Leeward terrain, terrain near 10000'. Sheltered terrain near or below treeline.
Proposed Travel Plan
Vehicle ColorVehicle DescriptionFS Door Number or License Plate
White
Forest Service Truck
1129
Brief Route Description
Bunny Flat - OSB - 10K Alt: Bunny Flat - Grey Butte - Ski Tour of Grey Butte to N aspects of Grey Butte summit.
Hazard Mitigation Measures: 
Avoid runout zones and slopes over 35 degrees.
Strategic Mindset: 
Stepping Back