Sawtooth Avalanche Center

Public Field Report

Observation Details

Observation Date:
January 26, 2021
Submitted:
January 26, 2021
Zone or Region:
Galena Summit and Eastern Mtns
Activity:
Skiing/Snowboarding
Location:
Nose of Tweener Ridge

Signs of Unstable Snow

None reported

Observations

Dug & observed snow pit at Tweener Nose on NE aspect at 8300' elevation on a 20 degree slope angle in sheltered tree area at 1415 hours as part of 5 student/1 guide AVI 1 course (Day 2 of 3). No observed avalanche activity .

HS:99
CT:M (19 taps)
SC:30 cm down from Dec 11.
ECT:X

24" slab on top of weak sugary facet. No propagation. Increase risk due to pending fresh snow.

Descended NE aspect above drainage gully. On descent observed some exposed rock and tree branches near parking turnout.