January 7, 2024. 07:00 AM

-8.5 deg, snowing , moderate NW wind. 17 cm new snow.

Up to 70 cm recent storm snow overlies sun crust on steep south, and previous settled snow on north aspects. Previous Wind effect ridge top and alpine. Total 120 - 140 cm settled storm snow overlies the December 5 rain crust. Mid and lower snowpack is well consolidated and supportive. Average 190 cm, up to 240 cm in lee terrain.

No new avalanches yesterday.

Groups skiing Chicken Knob and Crystal Vision yesterday.