E Branch

Map for Mountain Information Network report:  E Branch

Snow conditions

Riding quality was:
Good
Snow conditions were:
  • Crusty
  • Powder
We rode:
  • Mellow slopes
We stayed away from:
  • Alpine slopes
  • Convex slopes
  • Steep slopes
  • Sunny slopes

Information

The day was:
  • Cloudy
  • Cold
Avalanche conditions
  • Whumpfing or drum-like sounds or shooting cracks.

Comments

Group of 2 Ski touring E branch to Hillton area. 4-6 inches of fresh powder on top of a crust layer. No avalanches heard or seen but be advised of the crust layer. Both of us heard whoompfs when checking snow in cut blocks.