November 26
Grizzly Gulch, Silver Fork, Days Fork, Spruces
Elevations, slope angles and aspects
7400-10200', angles over 35°, all aspects.
Snow conditions
3-6" new snow over a variable base of 12-20" old snow.
New snow was right side up, bonding, good.
The old surface was a crust of variable thickness and supportability.
Scouring along the ridges and upper bowls from north wind a week or so ago provide thin cover on entry.
Shallow surface sluffs with ski cuts, minimal impact.
No cracking or collapsing observed.
Ski conditions were "a little punchy" on steeper slopes, "fast and fun" on lower angles.
Lower elevation cover is marginal, best to find a packed track or trail.
Weather
Partly cloudy to overcast skies, a few flakes in the afternoon, light wind and cool temperatures.
Evaluation
Good stability on all aspects at all elevations.
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