January 1, 2012, Stevens backcountry
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WA Stevens Pass
1881
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N facing slopes skied very well, just like yesterday. SE slopes received several hours of high wind and were stiff in places, we bailed on some of our planned skiing because we worried that dangerous avalanche conditions could exist where wind had loaded and/or slabbed the snow. SE slopes in feature and tree protected areas also skied great. 8-18" cascade powder like yesterday.
We met a party from SLC who had to drive home today. They agreed that Friday's snow was utahianly light. Hope another such gift arrives soon.
We met a party from SLC who had to drive home today. They agreed that Friday's snow was utahianly light. Hope another such gift arrives soon.
