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Old Ski Bowl - Storm snow observations

Submitted by nmeyers on Thu, 04/12/2018 - 11:37am
Field Work Date: 
Thursday, April 12, 2018 - 11:15am
Responsible Party NameResponsible Party Phone Number
Becky Cooper
530-926-4511
Trip Members: 
Trip Member Name: 
Nick Meyers
Trip Member Phone Number: 
7752233445
Travel Method: 
Snowmobile
Emergency Contact NameEmergency Contact Phone Number
hanne
859-2754
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: 
Wind SlabLoose Dry
Critical Changes to Weather or Snowpack: 
9 inches of new snow in past 24 hours with moderate winds
Forecast Confidence: 
Medium
Other Environmental Hazards: 
cold, windy, poor viz
Factors that Could Increase the Hazard: 
poor decision making
Field Work Objectives
Data Wanted: 
ATL obs
Terrain Choice: 
old ski bowl, non-avalanche terrain, small test slopes
Proposed Travel Plan
Vehicle ColorVehicle DescriptionFS Door Number or License Plate
White
Forest Service Truck
1129
Brief Route Description
bunny to old ski bowl via EMH, assess visibility
Hazard Mitigation Measures: 
partner, standard equipment, airbag
Strategic Mindset: 
Assessment