February 11
Upper Solitude, Willow Heights, West Monitor, Wills Hill, West Willow, Beartrap, West Desolation, Spruces
Elevations, slope angles and aspects
7400'-10k+, angles over 35°, all aspects.
Snow conditions
Several inches of light density new snow over a settled base.
No cracking, no collapsing, no sluffing.
"Fast and fun".
Weather
Clear in the morning with increasing clouds and a few flakes. Wind was light, moderate temperatures.
Evaluation
Good sightseeing, not so good for photos.
Stability improving with settlement.
Weather guessers have another storm incoming with rising snow levels followed by cooler temperatures so...
Should continue holding interest.
A few pictures.
Raymond.
Kessler ridge.
West Monitor slide.
Neccesary? Hey, it's a photo op for the beater crew.
Cornice drop initiation.
Crown depth.
All tele.
Heading for trouble.
West Desolation slide.
Exposed to wind side slides, sheltered side...still in place.
You go first!
Corner pocket.
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