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Storm dig out and observations

Submitted by nmeyers on Fri, 03/02/2018 - 12:37pm
Field Work Date: 
Friday, March 2, 2018 - 12:30pm
Responsible Party NameResponsible Party Phone Number
Andrew Kiefer
530-926-4511
Trip Members: 
Trip Member Name: 
Nick Meyers
Trip Member Phone Number: 
7752233445
Travel Method: 
SkisSnowmobile
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: 
Storm SlabWind SlabCornice
Critical Changes to Weather or Snowpack: 
Additional snow loading, wind
Forecast Confidence: 
High
Other Environmental Hazards: 
whiteout, wind chill
Field Work Objectives
Data Wanted: 
signs of instability
Terrain Choice: 
low angle terrain, not on or below any avalanche terrain
Proposed Travel Plan
Vehicle ColorVehicle DescriptionFS Door Number or License Plate
White
Forest Service Truck
3572
Brief Route Description
bunnt flat, dig out, old ski bowl near treeline
Hazard Mitigation Measures: 
partner, airbag
Strategic Mindset: 
Stepping Back