Sawtooth Avalanche Center

Public Field Report

Observation Details

Observation Date:
December 20, 2020
Submitted:
December 20, 2020
Zone or Region:
Galena Summit and Eastern Mtns
Activity:
Skiing/Snowboarding
Location:
Avalanche Peak

Signs of Unstable Snow

None reported

Observations

Went for a mellow walkabout to check out snow conditions and ski some low-angle powder. Dug a pit on an E aspect @ 8900', HS = 70 cm. Unsurprisingly got an ECTP4 result on the extremely faceted snow beneath. The 15-20 cm of new snow since Wednesday night was still very soft and has not stiffened into a real slab in this area (sheltered from the wind).