Public Field Report
Observation Details
Observation Date:
January 8, 2021Submitted:
January 8, 2021Zone or Region:
Galena Summit and Eastern MtnsActivity:
Skiing/SnowboardingLocation:
Boundary CreekSigns of Unstable Snow
Did you see shooting cracks?
Yes, IsolatedDid you experience collapsing or whumpfing?
Yes, IsolatedObservations
Skinning up Boundary Creek trail, experienced several instances of whumfing and cracking on Southeast/East facing slopes at low angle, below 7000’ feet while traveling cautiously. Largest area approximately 75 feet across and 25-30 feet above our track dropped and cracked without sliding at the base of the ridge.