Sawtooth Avalanche Center

Public Field Report

Observation Details

Observation Date:
March 11, 2023
Submitted:
March 11, 2023
Zone or Region:
Sawtooth and Western Smoky Mtns
Activity:
Skiing/Snowboarding
Location:
Nip N Tuck

Signs of Unstable Snow

Did you see shooting cracks? 
Yes, Widespread
Did you experience collapsing or whumpfing? 
Yes, Widespread

Observations

Toured all aspects between 6200 and 6700 ft elevation. Widespread cracking collapsing and whoomphing- experienced on all aspects. Deep wind deposited snow on N/NE (with trees). Variable surface conditions- primarily wind scoured and dust on crust.