The Bridger Bowl Ski Patrol triggered and observed natural wet loose avalanches in and around the ski area. These slides were the result of the new snow running on a firm ice crust. Photo BBSP
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A skier on Mt Blackmore in the northern Gallatin Range observed multiple dry loose avalnaches in steep terrain. These slides were the result of nearly a foot of snow sliding a firm ice crust. Photo B. Vandenbos
GNFAC Avalanche Advisory for Thu Mar 30, 2017
Snowpack and Avalanche Discussion
Bridger Range Madison Range Gallatin Range
Lionhead area near West Yellowstone Cooke City
The current weather pattern will create a variety of avalanche problems today. On mid to low elevation slopes, above freezing temps and rain will increase the wet snow avalanche hazard.
Skiers outside of Cooke City triggered this small loose snow avalanche. With more snow on the way, similar slides are possible in steep terrain. Photo J. Holzer
Forecast link: GNFAC Avalanche Advisory for Thu Mar 30, 2017
GNFAC Avalanche Advisory for Wed Mar 29, 2017
Snowpack and Avalanche Discussion
Bridger Range Madison Range Gallatin Range Lionhead area near West Yellowstone Cooke City
Wet slab avalanches, like this one seen on a tour to Gallatin Peak, are more likely on lower elevation, south-facing slopes with a thinner snowpack. Photo: B. VandenBos
These wet, loose avalanches were seen on a tour to Gallatin Peak on Tuesday (3/28). New snow followed by warm temperatures and sun triggered them. Photo: B. VandenBos
This dry slab avalanche was seen outside Cooke City in upper Sheep Creek. There are still possibilities of avalanches in steep, exposed terrain. Photo: T. Gittins
GNFAC Avalanche Advisory for Tue Mar 28, 2017
Snowpack and Avalanche Discussion
Madison Range Gallatin Range Lionhead area near West Yellowstone Cooke City
GNFAC Avalanche Advisory for Mon Mar 27, 2017
Snowpack and Avalanche Discussion
Bridger Range Madison Range Gallatin Range
Lionhead area near West Yellowstone Cooke City