Fri 12 September, 07:06AM
Classic Spring Conditions!
Slap on the screen and get out there for another day of great weather and classic spring snow conditions. The sky is clear, the current temp is minus 1.7, heading for a top of 3 degrees, and there is just a puff of a breeze from the south.
The snow has had a good solid freeze overnight, so will start the day of firm before the sunny aspects (both on and off the groomers) start to soften for really good spring snow turns. It looks like more of the same great conditions on the way for tomorrow, so get up here and make the most of it if you can.
WRX First Tracks is scheduled for Heavenly Valley from 7:30 this morning through Sunday.
Cheers Bill
Fri 12 September, 07:06AM
Backcountry Conditions
Classic spring conditions in the backcountry. The snowpack has had a solid freeze overnight so there will be a slide hazard on all steep slopes this morning. Solar aspects will soften for good turns as the day warms but south facing and shaded areas may stay slick for the day. And beware of slopes that rapidly refreeze once they go into the shade in the afternoon. Take care out there.
Groomed again for your enjoyment. Village to Whiskey Flat plus all Northside trails except Hurleys, Biathlon and Big Spur. Trail to D. P. groomed 5th September. Now approx. 40% walking involved.
Issued: Fri 12 September, 06:25AM
All groomed trails will be very good skiing. Surface will be quite firm early . Trail to DP, groomed right through September 5th. The surface is rain affected and there is now probably 40% walking involved. You can avoid taking skis off in some areas with CREATIVE skiing, ie crossing grassy areas carefully on skis Good for a relaxed picnic tour. MT LOCH....A lovely clear day, great for exploring. Be aware it will be firm early. If heading out to explore that area, let someone know of your plans. Always keep an eye out for rapid weather changes.
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Best XC Skiing
Head up into the Christmas Hill trail area for very good skiing with great views for your picnic stop. Check out the NEW WIRE PLAIN HUB for a warm up and a hot drink.
Cheers Bev.