This slide was triggered by the first skier of day off Saddle Peak. The skier was caught and carried 1,500 vertical feet. He was buried with his hand sticking out of snow. Unfortunately, he did not have a partner and was buried for over an hour. He did not survive. Photo: R. Gregoire
Advisory Year
Avalanche Details: 1 skier triggered, caught, partially buried, killed
Bridger Range, 2018-04-16