December 25

Bowman trail, Yellow Jacket, Porter Fork

Elevations, slope angles and aspects

6100-9800', angles over 35°, north and west facing aspects.

Snow conditions

Snow, heavy at times, 8-16" storm total.

railing

Snow was right side up and bonded to the old surface.

Wind effect was found only near the ridge at the highest elevation attained.

Skied good!

Weather

Overcast to foggy skies, moderate temperatures, light wind.

Evaluation

Good stability in the area traveled. Shallow snow pack lacking a load.

Future instability would be from significant new snow, increased wind or rapid warming.

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