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Ski park to Grey Butte

Submitted by akiefer on Sat, 03/03/2018 - 11:29am
Field Work Date: 
Saturday, March 3, 2018 - 11:30am to 4:30pm
Responsible Party NameResponsible Party Phone Number
Nick Meyers
Trip Members: 
Trip Member Name: 
Andrew Kiefer
Trip Member Phone Number: 
Travel Method: 
Skis
Emergency Contact NameEmergency Contact Phone Number
Nick Meyers
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 SlabCornice
Critical Changes to Weather or Snowpack: 
6-8" new snow overnight, 2-3' new snow since Thursday, strong S-SW winds
Forecast Confidence: 
Low
Other Environmental Hazards: 
low visibility, additional snow and wind fx for today
Factors that Could Increase the Hazard: 
cold, solo travel
Field Work Objectives
Data Wanted: 
look for the presence, depth and sensitivity of wind slabs and storm slabs. Look for cornices near and above treeline
Terrain Choice: 
Near and below treeline all aspects
Proposed Travel Plan
Vehicle ColorVehicle DescriptionFS Door Number or License Plate
White
Forest Service Truck
1129
Brief Route Description
Ski Park - Coyote Butte - Grey Butte Summit - descend skier's right of skintrack back to ski park
Hazard Mitigation Measures: 
cell, radio
Strategic Mindset: 
Assessment