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I will agree with Russ' conclusions about the back side, a lot of sluffing was going on in the more open and glade type areas enough so that my partner was covered up to his waist with the stuff that he was throwing off...ended up lift riding a little before noon on the backside of Stevens proper and did some hiking off of southern cross chair and found it to be fairly consistent...taught lessons for a few hours later in the day (boy was that fun) and then headed home satisfied...&nbs...
Interesting day... the backside of Yodelin was surprisingly stable. New snow at ~14" showed weak bonding, but only resulted in some surface sluffing. On the long low angle tree runs it was a mixture of soft new snow and chunks of frozen tree dropped blobs.
Only run on the front side resulted in a 30' wide, ~16" deep slab releasing in front of me on a steeper slope. This was low down just as we intersected the skin path 2 switchbacks above the parking lot.
Only run on the front side resulted in a 30' wide, ~16" deep slab releasing in front of me on a steeper slope. This was low down just as we intersected the skin path 2 switchbacks above the parking lot.
I could not agree more. I triggered a similar slab in the same area west of moonlight below the cell phone tower which propagated a long way as it slid. Skecthy as hell. I stayed in the trees for the rest of the run and didn't go back for seconds. It scared the shit out of me! It was real deep and fluffy though!
Nice TR and photos. It's great to see some "new to me areas".
I was there also, witnessed many slabs and set one off myself. Crowns were mainly 12" or less. First slide was on the skin up breaking trail, slope right in front of the trailbreaker just broke away. Nothing huge though, tg. The fracture propagated maybe 20-30 feet w/ 12" or less crown.
Final note, it didn't really seem to matter what aspect you were on. If it was steep enough it would slide. Of course everything is kinda of loaded on the backside there.
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Final note, it didn't really seem to matter what aspect you were on. If it was steep enough it would slide. Of course everything is kinda of loaded on the backside there.
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We spent the day just west of the pass... I would say these were the sketchiest conditions I've been out in this year. We set off many slabs, intentionally and not, and some triggered remotely. One which propagated a good distance in forest. Several naturals from overnight, all around. Lots of shooting cracks.
Yup, I would say fairly sketchy.
Yup, I would say fairly sketchy.
Silas, Thanks for the nice skin track on the PCT. I was planning to ride the lifts but the State Patrol chain stop backed up traffic and I was behind the power curve for the resort. Pulled out the touring gear and followed a nice skin track up Heather Ridge. It was snowing throughout the day with a light wind from the west. I was surprised to find 18" of light snow along the uptrack. Stopped along the western edge of Moonlight and descended the tight trees towa...
Similar Snow Test Results at Heather Ridge on North Facing slope. Test RBlock was on a 35 Degree Slope. First layer of more than a foot or more slide at RB2. Lower crust layer about 2 feet down, slide at RB6. Stayed in the trees all day. With Mini slides going off pretty much all around.
Tom has a really nice aerial photo that he took a few days prior to the trip.
That's good stuff! Those kids must have been fired up (adults, too)! Growing up in NH in the 70's when we actually had snow all winter there was a lot of that going on.
In regards to in-town turns, we took advantage of a couple of spots in W Seattle during that 2004 storm. One was that small park at the end of California overlooking Alki, that was good. Then we found the West Seattle golf course (btw Delridge and Avalon) to be the real jewel...
In regards to in-town turns, we took advantage of a couple of spots in W Seattle during that 2004 storm. One was that small park at the end of California overlooking Alki, that was good. Then we found the West Seattle golf course (btw Delridge and Avalon) to be the real jewel...
Sluff. Nothing too scary but for the location.
I was at Snoqualmie Central with my grandson(sherpa training) and the heavy snowfall earlier in the morning turned to freezing rain at 11am and continued until we left at 1pm. I noticed a slight raincrust developing on my last run at 11:01am. Had to wait for the trainee to finish his lesson. The raincrust may be an issue at lower elevation tours this weekend.
Yikes - sounds like an entertaining moment toward the end of the run there. Sluff or slab?
author=KajBune link=topic=6045.msg25084#msg25084 date=1169156969]Don't forget about one of the most scenic urban descents in Seattle - kite hill at Gasworks Park. With a breeze off Lake Union and a kite in hand it would be possible to leave the skins at home...
Ha! In a moment of foolishness several years ago, I tried to practice kiting my paraglider on Kite Hill in a strong wind. Just about killed myself! People have gotten hurt kiting...
Looks like great skiing! You better let us know where it is so that we can be sure not to ski there.
Yo! Great report.
Don't forget about one of the most scenic urban descents in Seattle - kite hill at Gasworks Park. With a breeze off Lake Union and a kite in hand it would be possible to leave the skins at home...
Don't forget about one of the most scenic urban descents in Seattle - kite hill at Gasworks Park. With a breeze off Lake Union and a kite in hand it would be possible to leave the skins at home...
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Backcountry Daydream…
As I woke and opened my eyes all I could hear were whispers, “you have no choice; we’re taking you to our secret powder stash.”
Something tells me that isn't Woodland Park...
Nice Secret Stash
You do know that every powder shot posted on TAY means roughly 40 seconds of lost work productivity ;)
You do know that every powder shot posted on TAY means roughly 40 seconds of lost work productivity ;)
Wow...looks sweet. Making me long for some more blue sky and white snow. I got a trip back to the home front in April...so maybe you can show me some of the new stashes you are scouting this year. Remember not to post the best ones!
H2OJOE - Yeah, it was a great day! It's not too often you get a day like that in the middle of January on Mt. Hood with no wind. The great winter views more than made up for the icy conditions. Let's hope for some fresh snow next week!
Thanks for sharing. We are so lucky to be getting this great snow!
Love the pics ... thanks.
JibberD,
You are still my partner and I'm going to haul yer butt all over the hills when you get back from Germany next season and help you get rid of all that sausage and beer you've been consuming . :D We miss you JibberD. Getting any Euro skiing in?
You are still my partner and I'm going to haul yer butt all over the hills when you get back from Germany next season and help you get rid of all that sausage and beer you've been consuming . :D We miss you JibberD. Getting any Euro skiing in?
Ahh, one of the many great mysteries of the internet .... :) why ya sometimes get the little-box-with-red-x ... and why sometimes you can actually see the picture.
As it happens, I can see that pic from my home computer, but not from work... which is often the case for me, which makes me figure it probably has to do with firewall/antivirus settings.
As it happens, I can see that pic from my home computer, but not from work... which is often the case for me, which makes me figure it probably has to do with firewall/antivirus settings.
Jeanette, of course I care :) Also, you seem far too youthful to have a son who is already married.
Ron, thanks for the links to JW video vault. I had fun watching them!
The linked pics from Picasa come up for me just fine. I am a Google Picasa user but doubt that has anything to do with my not having troubles with the pics...
Hey Chris does your calling me your "old partner" mean I'm permanently off the circuit with you :'( or that I'...
Ron, thanks for the links to JW video vault. I had fun watching them!
The linked pics from Picasa come up for me just fine. I am a Google Picasa user but doubt that has anything to do with my not having troubles with the pics...
Hey Chris does your calling me your "old partner" mean I'm permanently off the circuit with you :'( or that I'...
As a relative newbie to the backcountry I can say that you can't find a better crew of guys to take you out and show you how it's done. From evaluating route conditions before selecting a route to setting skin tracks on the way back up there is a lot to learn from these guys. Thanks again.
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(where was Mad_Dog)
Hey Jibber, thanks for noticing that I wasn't there, at least someone cares ;), just fooling of course. My son and his wife had just returned from a month in London visiting her family so we held off our Christmas until January 14 when they returned home. One additional nice thing, we really did have a WHITE Christmas this year ;D.
Stay tuned...
JW and RonJ,
Thanks for the link to the DANJER video library. ;D I've been reliving some of your past escapades and remembering how much fun they where. 8)
Scottie
Thanks for the link to the DANJER video library. ;D I've been reliving some of your past escapades and remembering how much fun they where. 8)
Scottie
Ah yes, that's my instigator in the red touque. Taught him everything I know about Avy control. How to aim the big chunks, how to achieve maximum impact, heh heh... And what I didn't teach him, he learned from Calvin & Hobbes!
Thanks for the report, JimmyO. I think you've provided Lowell, Charles, & I with enough beta for an epic tour that will combine the bodacious snowpack of Woodland Park, the scenic expanses of Green Lake, the sunless...
Thanks for the report, JimmyO. I think you've provided Lowell, Charles, & I with enough beta for an epic tour that will combine the bodacious snowpack of Woodland Park, the scenic expanses of Green Lake, the sunless...
author=JW link=topic=6027.msg25042#msg25042 date=1169018645]
Scotty, you'll have to talk to my agent...
PS... Ron what's with the pic? I only get the red box.
Ok, Jer, I'll have my people talk to your people and get that cleared up... ;)
Fact is, I haven't got a clue ???
I don't think there are any hotlinking restrictions at the site where the picture is posted.
I can make the...
author=Scotsman link=topic=6027.msg25011#msg25011 date=1168980351]
Come on man, get with and it lets see some of those vids again!
Anyone second me on that request?
Scottie.
Scotty, you'll have to talk to my agent 8) I do have some unfinished movies that should be done soon...but then again.... I've said that before 8) Hope to ski with you soon brother!
PS... Ron what's with t...
Good day out there. Here's a few more photos
Eric:
Ed:
More pics of the trip are here:
http://www.flickr.com/photos/marcrphoto/sets/72157594484316331/
Eric:
Ed:
More pics of the trip are here:
http://www.flickr.com/photos/marcrphoto/sets/72157594484316331/
Nice photos. Wasn't that just a beautiful day? We skinned up out of Pocket Creek that day and got a 7 volcano day - views of Rainier, Adams, St. Helens, Hood, Jefferson, Washington and the Sisters - all from the top of Gumjuwac Butte. Sure made up for the lack of snow conditions.
Great trip report!
In the Maple Leaf Range (Sacajawea Valley), the locals roll avalanches down on those who might reveal their secret stash. Here is photographic proof obtained this morning.
Dave_R, you may recognize your son in some of these pictures. Charles's kids were there too, but I think they'd gone home by the time the avalanches started to roll.
I pull...
In the Maple Leaf Range (Sacajawea Valley), the locals roll avalanches down on those who might reveal their secret stash. Here is photographic proof obtained this morning.
Dave_R, you may recognize your son in some of these pictures. Charles's kids were there too, but I think they'd gone home by the time the avalanches started to roll.
I pull...
Your stash is pittyful compared to the glory run down the north face of Ravenna ditch. ;D
author=JimmyO link=topic=6045.msg25027#msg25027 date=1168993149]
I hardly made anyone laugh...
I'm laughing. Thanks for the smiles!
I'm dying to own an M8 as I have an M3 and three lenses which all will fit and function according to the available literature. A slightly less expensive alternative to the M8 is the Epson RD 1 body still pricey, but a little less so. Drool.
author=Jim Oker link=topic=6030.msg25024#msg25024 date=1168988721]
Great photos indeed, Jason. I've always liked your photos, but they seem to be getting even better over time. Nice try on the route also. My own summer trip out that way also piqued my curiosity about that as a ski destination, but I haven't even gone as far as trying yet.
Yeah, SLRs are bricks to be sure, but do take great photos (actually, rangefinders do too, with lighte...
Great photos indeed, Jason. I've always liked your photos, but they seem to be getting even better over time. Nice try on the route also. My own summer trip out that way also piqued my curiosity about that as a ski destination, but I haven't even gone as far as trying yet.
Yeah, SLRs are bricks to be sure, but do take great photos (actually, rangefinders do too, with lighter weight, but aren't as ideal for sports photography where modern autofocus is a serious boon. But...
Yeah, SLRs are bricks to be sure, but do take great photos (actually, rangefinders do too, with lighter weight, but aren't as ideal for sports photography where modern autofocus is a serious boon. But...
nice photo of joe
sorry i missed out on yesterday, but i'm sure we'll get out again real soon
sorry i missed out on yesterday, but i'm sure we'll get out again real soon
author=Jason_H. link=topic=6030.msg24960#msg24960 date=1168910634]
Nikon D200. It works well, but its a lot of extra weight. Unfortunately I think that there are trips where I will have to leave this beast behind.
That's why I was curious; I figured it had to be a digital SLR. I upgraded last season from a pocket sized point-and-shoot to the Canon 20D. There is no comparison to the quality of the images from what I was previousl...
Awe-inspiring pictures! We've sure been blessed with the cold temps and continued snowfall. I hit up Mission Ridge on Thursday with nearly 14" of bone-dry fluff, 2 degrees and bluebird. I don't know if it has ever been that good! Sadly, I found a hidden rock garden and ended up getting a 2nd degree shoulder separation on the first run :-[. So for the next month I'll have to live vicariously through photos like these.
Great accomplishment, Pete et. al.!
Way to get it, guys (and gals)! That shows some commitment. Great TR and pics.
Hey Scottie, Jerry's got a fair collection of his videos posted HERE.
Hey JW,
Scotsman here, and I agree with my old partner JibberD that I seriously miss the DANJER videos especially since Paradise is closed. :'(
Isn't it time for a retrospective of some of your best work such as a DanJer productions "greatest hits "video. :D
Come on man, get with and it lets see some of those vids again!
Anyone second me on that request?
Scottie.
Scotsman here, and I agree with my old partner JibberD that I seriously miss the DANJER videos especially since Paradise is closed. :'(
Isn't it time for a retrospective of some of your best work such as a DanJer productions "greatest hits "video. :D
Come on man, get with and it lets see some of those vids again!
Anyone second me on that request?
Scottie.
glad y'all enjoyed the TR. If anyone ever wants to go play on the NE bowl of Preacher, drop me a line...I'd happliy go back in there again.
Thanks for the TR!
For some more pics from the day follow:
http://birddogadventures.blogspot.com/2007/01/mt-catherine-south-side-1-14-06.html
For some more pics from the day follow:
http://birddogadventures.blogspot.com/2007/01/mt-catherine-south-side-1-14-06.html