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Very thin layer of NSF's at new/ old snow interface at 91cms. (.5mm facets) Significant wind transportation of new snow on exposed/localized ridgeline locations, from W, NW winds. Observed one recent wind slab avalanche on north aspect of Hyalite Peak.

I think there is about 45cms settled new snow here from the Jan. 5-8 storm cycle.

Adjacent slopes had significant wind effect from recent, moderate to strong SW winds. These wind affected slopes had surface wind slabs (generally 10-15cms thick), that would crack when ski cut. A similar snow structure and test results were found 5 meters higher. Snowpits with Gary K. and Nate W.

Skiable snow starts around 8500'.

Slightly wind scoured snowpit location.