2009-2010 Valemount Conditions
- Thread starter Trashy
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yammy, my friends were there on the weekend as i was up the road at McBride. they stuck to the trees and said there was about a 1foot+ in the trees and maybe a little less than a foot in the open.
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Trenchmaster
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Woo Hoo, maybe now I can compete!! The D8 does just fine, it's mostly rider skill, or lack of it that lets me down. I'll be taking the wifes 600 on this trip.
Written By John Kelly of the CAC
One of the fundamental principles of travel in avalanche terrain is to limit the numbers exposed to the consequences of an avalanche. Riding in avalanche terrain should be a solitary activity, thus you group up in a safe spots and then hit the slopes alone. Somehow this principle is not being followed in the sled accidents we are seeing. Over the next few weeks the CAC will be aggressively pursue messaging that targets this public safety issue. We are asking you to help.
With the current conditions as they are we can expect to see decreasing frequency of avalanches but with increasing size. This means it becomes more and more tempting to hit the slope that you have resisted because you may go quite a long time without seeing any avalanche activity. Unfortunately when a slide does occur (I did not say "if") the strong likelihood is that it will be bigger than expected. It can also occur on slopes that are less steep than usual. It is therefore critical that people respect the one-at-a-time rule for slope use - even in moderately steep terrain!
I would be expecting avalanche activity in the coming week to be on slopes about 30 to 35 degrees with a wide-open smooth character. This is not very steep.
I am interested in your thoughts on how we encourage reduced numbers of exposed people at the same time in avalanche country. If you are seeing bad habits in terms of grouping together where you are, you should consider taking action to counter the trend. Please forward this message to your members.
One of the fundamental principles of travel in avalanche terrain is to limit the numbers exposed to the consequences of an avalanche. Riding in avalanche terrain should be a solitary activity, thus you group up in a safe spots and then hit the slopes alone. Somehow this principle is not being followed in the sled accidents we are seeing. Over the next few weeks the CAC will be aggressively pursue messaging that targets this public safety issue. We are asking you to help.
With the current conditions as they are we can expect to see decreasing frequency of avalanches but with increasing size. This means it becomes more and more tempting to hit the slope that you have resisted because you may go quite a long time without seeing any avalanche activity. Unfortunately when a slide does occur (I did not say "if") the strong likelihood is that it will be bigger than expected. It can also occur on slopes that are less steep than usual. It is therefore critical that people respect the one-at-a-time rule for slope use - even in moderately steep terrain!
I would be expecting avalanche activity in the coming week to be on slopes about 30 to 35 degrees with a wide-open smooth character. This is not very steep.
I am interested in your thoughts on how we encourage reduced numbers of exposed people at the same time in avalanche country. If you are seeing bad habits in terms of grouping together where you are, you should consider taking action to counter the trend. Please forward this message to your members.
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Sasksummit
Member
Where were you riding yesterday that got a foot of fresh?
We are heading out there on Friday.
We are heading out there on Friday.
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depsnolvr
Well-known member
Currently snowing like a bugger in TOWN !
We will be doing an inspection on Clemina trail this morning with our grooming contractor and I will reupdate with the weekends grooming schedule, but the trails are so soft, its a fun ride anyway.
Chappell is no longer being groomed, BUT still has sick snow. Only the first switchback or two is bareish and then its good to go. Riders should expect to ride a km or two of mix rock and snow, but after that its all good.
Allan trail is still in good shape with only one bareish corner at about 6km mark. This trail will be groomed throughout the weekend.
Clemina trail does have some bare spots until the 3.5km mark, then the trail is awesome again. Roughly 8"-1' of snow everywhere and awesome riding conditions. As mentioned, we will be looking at this trail today to check grooming options.
It looks like winter is back on for now
We will be doing an inspection on Clemina trail this morning with our grooming contractor and I will reupdate with the weekends grooming schedule, but the trails are so soft, its a fun ride anyway.
Chappell is no longer being groomed, BUT still has sick snow. Only the first switchback or two is bareish and then its good to go. Riders should expect to ride a km or two of mix rock and snow, but after that its all good.
Allan trail is still in good shape with only one bareish corner at about 6km mark. This trail will be groomed throughout the weekend.
Clemina trail does have some bare spots until the 3.5km mark, then the trail is awesome again. Roughly 8"-1' of snow everywhere and awesome riding conditions. As mentioned, we will be looking at this trail today to check grooming options.
It looks like winter is back on for now
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depsnolvr
Well-known member
Wow, things change fast. Sun came out and now Ill be back to raking my lawn
Chappell is no longer being groomed. The snow is quite patchy for the first few switchbacks, but then the trail has excellent cover.
Clemina and Allan Creek will be groomed March 31, April 02&03 for the Holiday weekend
The parking areas are dry, but Allan and Clemina trails begin right away, although they may be a bit thin.
We are pushing the equipment to groom this weekend. Riders should expect warming, soft trails. Please be patient with staff, as we are doing our best to provide you with a decent trail.
Should be an excellent weekend.
Happy Holidays everyone and Ride Safe
Chappell is no longer being groomed. The snow is quite patchy for the first few switchbacks, but then the trail has excellent cover.
Clemina and Allan Creek will be groomed March 31, April 02&03 for the Holiday weekend
The parking areas are dry, but Allan and Clemina trails begin right away, although they may be a bit thin.
We are pushing the equipment to groom this weekend. Riders should expect warming, soft trails. Please be patient with staff, as we are doing our best to provide you with a decent trail.
Should be an excellent weekend.
Happy Holidays everyone and Ride Safe
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Trenchmaster
Well-known member
We were up at Allen Creek on Monday and Tuesday and the conditions were fantastic. The snow was over the hood coming down the hills with lots of fresh untouched powder. What a way to end up the season !!!
Well that sucks...
You ended your season the same way I started mine.
First tree-damage I have ever had.... I guess if you ride enough its gonna happen.
Good to hear we are having some decent spring conditions out there, we are planning on heading back this weekend for one last trip.
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fountaintirexp
Member
First tree damage you had on the xp. What about all the logging you've done the yammy?
If you level the tree and keep going it doesn't count!
They build them yammies TOUGH!
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depsnolvr
Well-known member
WE ARE STILL GROOMING !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Yahooooooo !!!!!
Allan Creek will be groomed Wednesday April 7th and Friday April 9th for the last time this season. Come on up Saturday and help us close off the season.
Currently snowing up top again.......... conditions are amazing for this time of year. Monday was one of the best days I have ever had on a sled, yay spring
Allan Creek will be groomed Wednesday April 7th and Friday April 9th for the last time this season. Come on up Saturday and help us close off the season.
Currently snowing up top again.......... conditions are amazing for this time of year. Monday was one of the best days I have ever had on a sled, yay spring
Does anyone know what the conditions are like out there right now we are heading out this weekend and were hoping for some great sledding.
Conditions are spectacular for this time of year!
Still lots of fresh snow waiting to be tracked up at Clemina
The trail is very sketchy till about 4km in tho.
Allen was more tracked up but the trail was in excellent condition!
Thanks again for all the hard work from the good people of VARDA!
Still lots of fresh snow waiting to be tracked up at Clemina
The trail is very sketchy till about 4km in tho.
Allen was more tracked up but the trail was in excellent condition!
Thanks again for all the hard work from the good people of VARDA!
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