Face

Map for Mountain Information Network report: Face

Snow conditions

Riding quality was:
Good
Snow conditions were:
  • Powder
  • Wind affected
We rode:
  • Dense trees
  • Open trees
We stayed away from:
  • Alpine slopes
  • Convex slopes
  • Steep slopes

Information

The day was:
  • Cold
  • Sunny
Avalanche conditions
  • Slab avalanches today or yesterday.

Comments

Encountered recent slab avalanches at crux of sled approach to Face area. Start zone in steep unsupported rocky terrain w/visible ice. Crown to 1-2m, estimated size 2. Smaller sympathetic releases on surrounding convexities. Approx 1500-1600m start zone. Turned around and went elsewhere.