February 27, 2024. 06:30 am

-17.0 deg, foggy, light NW winds. 5 cm new snow.

Up to 50 cm recent storm snow over previous settled, variable sun crust, wind effect ridge top and alpine. Extensive wind effect all open areas. The early Feb melt freeze crust is down 60 cm. Mid and lower snowpack is well consolidated and supportive. Average 240 cm, up to 300 cm in lee terrain.

Good vis yesterday - no new avalanches.

Groups skiing sheltered snow in Merlot, C’est Bon, Premium Red, Chainsaw Massacre, and Chicken Knob yesterday - great skiing.