Update from Turpin Meadow Ranch & Togwotee CD Trail System

[TurpinMeadowRanch]

Hi,
We are located just 8 miles down the L Trail from Togwotee. Our lodge and restaurant is now open. We do ask for reservations for dinner. We have available cabins and Arctic Cat rentals. Give us a call at 800.743.2496. I will be updating daily the snow conditions and the avalanche alert level. Also, you are welcome to upload your favorite sledding memory (how stuck are you?).


Thanks and see you on the trail.

Dennis Jordan
General Manager
Turpin Meadow Ranch
www.turpinmeadowranch.com
800.743.2496
djordan@turpinmeadowranch.com

 

[TurpinMeadowRanch]

Update

Hi,
A great start to our snowfall. It continues to be very cold. There is snow in the forecast this week.

Continental Divide Trails/Togwotee Pass
Jackson Ranger District, POB 1689, Jackson WY 83001
Issued: Tue December 11, 2007 6:03 AM


M O U N T A I N - W E A T H E R - P A S T - 2 4 - H O U R S
5:00 AM Temperature at 10,400': -1º F
Maximum Temperature at 10,400' Past 24 Hours: 15º F
Average Wind Direction at 10,400' Past 24 Hours: East-Northeasterly
Average Wind Speed at 10,400' Past 24 Hours: 10 MPH
Maximum Wind Gust at 10,400' Past 24 Hours: 23 MPH
Snowfall/Prec. Past 24 Hours Brooks Lake Lodge: 1"/ 0.04"
Total Snow Depth 9,300´ Elevation Brooks Lake Lodge: 36"
Total Snowfall Starting October 1 Brooks Lake Lodge: 70"
Snowfall/Prec. Past 24 Hours Togwotee Mountain Lodge: 1"/ 0.04"

Total Snow Depth 8,700´ Elevation Togwotee Mountain Lodge: 27"
Total Snowfall Starting October 1 Togwotee Mountain Lodge: 66"


M O U N T A I N - W E A T H E R - F O R E C A S T - F O R - T O D A Y
Partly cloudy as high pressure dominates the weather.

Temperature Forecast for 8,000´-9,000´: Rising to the mid or upper teens.
Ridge Top Wind Forecast for 10,000´: Easterly @ 15 miles per hour.
Snowfall Expected Next 24 Hours: 0"


G E N E R A L - A V A L A N C H E - A D V I S O R Y
The General Avalanche Hazard is MODERATE. Two avalanche problems remain a concern: Pockets of soft, surface slab to eighteen inches deep could be triggered in wind-loaded starting zones. On Saturday, two skiers triggered such a slide. Both were caught, partially to completely buried, and sustained some injuries. Second, pockets of hard slab to 3 feet deep lie on old, faceted snow. More substantial triggers such as large groups, snowmobiles, or surface slides may be needed to initiate these slides.

See you on the trail.

Dennis

 

[TurpinMeadowRanch]

Update

The weatherman says snow on Thursday. I'm hoping for an epic storm. We are due. The following is the update report:

Continental Divide Trails/Togwotee Pass
Jackson Ranger District, POB 1689, Jackson WY 83001
Issued: Wed December 12, 2007 5:37 AM


M O U N T A I N - W E A T H E R - P A S T - 2 4 - H O U R S
5:00 AM Temperature at 10,400': 2º F
Maximum Temperature at 10,400' Past 24 Hours: 14º F
Average Wind Direction at 10,400' Past 24 Hours: North-Northwesterly
Average Wind Speed at 10,400' Past 24 Hours: 13 MPH
Maximum Wind Gust at 10,400' Past 24 Hours: 30 MPH
Snowfall/Prec. Past 24 Hours Brooks Lake Lodge: 0"/ 0"
Total Snow Depth 9,300´ Elevation Brooks Lake Lodge: 35"
Total Snowfall Starting October 1 Brooks Lake Lodge: 70"
Snowfall/Prec. Past 24 Hours Togwotee Mountain Lodge: 0"/ 0"

Total Snow Depth 8,700´ Elevation Togwotee Mountain Lodge: 27"
Total Snowfall Starting October 1 Togwotee Mountain Lodge: 66"


M O U N T A I N - W E A T H E R - F O R E C A S T - F O R - T O D A Y
Increasing clouds through the day with snow flurries possible by evening.

Temperature Forecast for 8,000´-9,000´: Mid to upper teens.
Ridge Top Wind Forecast for 10,000´: Westerly @ 20 to 25 miles per hour.
Snowfall Expected Next 24 Hours: Trace - 1"

G E N E R A L - A V A L A N C H E - A D V I S O R Y
The General Avalanche Hazard is MODERATE. Two avalanche problems remain a concern: Pockets of soft, surface slab to twelve inches deep could be triggered in wind-loaded starting zones. On Saturday, two skiers triggered such a slide. Both were caught, partially to completely buried, and sustained some injuries. Second, pockets of hard slab to 3 feet deep lie on old, faceted snow. More substantial triggers such as snowmobiles repeatedly highmarking a slope may be needed to initiate these slides.


See you on the trail.

Dennis

 

[TurpinMeadowRanch]

Awesome Day

Dennis
Your place is great. Our group had a great time of the 1st weekend in December. I was very impressed with you accomodations, and the food was awesome. The atmoshphere was awesome, cabins great, and the proximity was fine. Great 8 mile trail to get to all the riding areas, and not so many people around. We'll be back for more! Nice to see great people in this industry that really know how to accomate sledders, much appreciated!

Scott

Thanks Scott. We are looking forward to your return visit. Have a great Christmas.

Dennis

 

[TurpinMeadowRanch]

Update

Yesterday was a beautiful day. Today is even better....its snowing..

Continental Divide Trails/Togwotee Pass
Jackson Ranger District, POB 1689, Jackson WY 83001
Issued: Thu December 13, 2007 6:43 AM


M O U N T A I N - W E A T H E R - P A S T - 2 4 - H O U R S
5:00 AM Temperature at 10,400': 2º F
Maximum Temperature at 10,400' Past 24 Hours: 10º F
Average Wind Direction at 10,400' Past 24 Hours: Westerly
Average Wind Speed at 10,400' Past 24 Hours: 17 MPH
Maximum Wind Gust at 10,400' Past 24 Hours: 30 MPH
Snowfall/Prec. Past 24 Hours Brooks Lake Lodge: .1"/ 0.01"
Total Snow Depth 9,300´ Elevation Brooks Lake Lodge: 34"
Total Snowfall Starting October 1 Brooks Lake Lodge: 70"
Snowfall/Prec. Past 24 Hours Togwotee Mountain Lodge: .1"/ 0.01"

Total Snow Depth 8,700´ Elevation Togwotee Mountain Lodge: 26"
Total Snowfall Starting October 1 Togwotee Mountain Lodge: 66"


M O U N T A I N - W E A T H E R - F O R E C A S T - F O R - T O D A Y
Cloudy skies with light snow developing.

Temperature Forecast for 8,000´-9,000´: Rising into the teens.
Ridge Top Wind Forecast for 10,000´: West at 13 to 18 miles per hour.
Snowfall Expected Next 24 Hours: 3"

G E N E R A L - A V A L A N C H E - A D V I S O R Y
The General Avalanche Hazard is MODERATE. Weak buried layers of faceted snow exist in the snowpack. Strong ridge crest winds have drifted wind blown snow onto leeward aspects. Some natural avalanche activity was reported on north facing couloirs on Angle Mountain. Slab avalanches up to several feet deep could be human triggered today in steep wind loaded avalanche paths.

See you on the trail.

Dennis

 

[TurpinMeadowRanch]

Update

Another beautiful day in paradise. Below is the current conditions. The state is grooming so trails are greatly improved.

Continental Divide Trails/Togwotee Pass
Jackson Ranger District, POB 1689, Jackson WY 83001
Issued: Fri December 14, 2007 6:48 AM


M O U N T A I N - W E A T H E R - P A S T - 2 4 - H O U R S
5:00 AM Temperature at 10,400': -3º F
Maximum Temperature at 10,400' Past 24 Hours: 8º F
Average Wind Direction at 10,400' Past 24 Hours: West-Northwesterly
Average Wind Speed at 10,400' Past 24 Hours: 11 MPH
Maximum Wind Gust at 10,400' Past 24 Hours: 22 MPH
Snowfall/Prec. Past 24 Hours Brooks Lake Lodge: .1"/ 0.01"
Total Snow Depth 9,300´ Elevation Brooks Lake Lodge: 34"
Total Snowfall Starting October 1 Brooks Lake Lodge: 70"
Snowfall/Prec. Past 24 Hours Togwotee Mountain Lodge: 1"/ 0.03"

Total Snow Depth 8,700´ Elevation Togwotee Mountain Lodge: 27"
Total Snowfall Starting October 1 Togwotee Mountain Lodge: 66"


M O U N T A I N - W E A T H E R - F O R E C A S T - F O R - T O D A Y
Partly to mostly sunny skies.

Temperature Forecast for 8,000´-9,000´: Rising into the upper single digits to mid teens.
Ridge Top Wind Forecast for 10,000´: Northwest at 10 to 20 miles per hour.
Snowfall Expected Next 24 Hours: Trace"


G E N E R A L - A V A L A N C H E - A D V I S O R Y
The General Avalanche Hazard is MODERATE. Areas of unstable snow exist. Slab avalanches up to three feet in depth could be triggered by backcountry users who venture into steep avalanche starting zones underlain by weak layers of faceted snow. These unstable slabs are most prevalent on upper elevation (above 9,000 feet) northerly and easterly aspects. Avalanches are unlikely below an elevation of 8,000 feet due to shallow snow depths.

See you on the trail.

Dennis

 

[TurpinMeadowRanch]

Update

Snow is back in the forecast. Snow showers expected for the next week. Stay posted to see what develops. Thanks.

Continental Divide Trails/Togwotee Pass
Jackson Ranger District, POB 1689, Jackson WY 83001
Issued: Sat December 15, 2007 6:22 AM


M O U N T A I N - W E A T H E R - P A S T - 2 4 - H O U R S
5:00 AM Temperature at 10,400': -6º F
Maximum Temperature at 10,400' Past 24 Hours: 5º F
Average Wind Direction at 10,400' Past 24 Hours: West-Northwesterly
Average Wind Speed at 10,400' Past 24 Hours: 13 MPH
Maximum Wind Gust at 10,400' Past 24 Hours: 25 MPH
Snowfall/Prec. Past 24 Hours Brooks Lake Lodge: 0"/ 0"
Total Snow Depth 9,300´ Elevation Brooks Lake Lodge: 33"
Total Snowfall Starting October 1 Brooks Lake Lodge: 70"
Snowfall/Prec. Past 24 Hours Togwotee Mountain Lodge: 0"/ 0"

Total Snow Depth 8,700´ Elevation Togwotee Mountain Lodge: 27"
Total Snowfall Starting October 1 Togwotee Mountain Lodge: 66"


M O U N T A I N - W E A T H E R - F O R E C A S T - F O R - T O D A Y
Cloudy skies with light snow developing in the afternoon.

Temperature Forecast for 8,000´-9,000´: Rising into the teens.
Ridge Top Wind Forecast for 10,000´: West at 15 backing to the southwest an increasing to 25 miles per hour with higher gusts in the afternoon.
Snowfall Expected Next 24 Hours: 3"

G E N E R A L - A V A L A N C H E - A D V I S O R Y
The General Avalanche Hazard is MODERATE. Areas of unstable snow exist. Slab avalanches one to three feet in depth could be triggered by backcountry users who venture into steep avalanche starting zones underlain by weak layers of faceted snow. These unstable slabs are most prevalent on upper elevation (above 9,000 feet) northerly and easterly aspects. Avalanches are unlikely below an elevation of 8,000 feet due to shallow snow depths.

 

[TurpinMeadowRanch]

Update

Good Morning!
Great news is that snow is in the forecast and it appears to be over a foot of snow over the next couple of days.

Continental Divide Trails/Togwotee Pass
Jackson Ranger District, POB 1689, Jackson WY 83001
Issued: Mon December 17, 2007 6:21 AM


M O U N T A I N - W E A T H E R - P A S T - 2 4 - H O U R S
5:00 AM Temperature at 10,400': 12º F
Maximum Temperature at 10,400' Past 24 Hours: 15º F
Average Wind Direction at 10,400' Past 24 Hours: West-Southwesterly
Average Wind Speed at 10,400' Past 24 Hours: 10 MPH
Maximum Wind Gust at 10,400' Past 24 Hours: 35 MPH
Snowfall/Prec. Past 24 Hours Brooks Lake Lodge: 0"/ 0"
Total Snow Depth 9,300´ Elevation Brooks Lake Lodge: 26"
Total Snowfall Starting October 1 Brooks Lake Lodge: 67"
Snowfall/Prec. Past 24 Hours Togwotee Mountain Lodge: 0"/ 0"

Total Snow Depth 8,700´ Elevation Togwotee Mountain Lodge: 23"
Total Snowfall Starting October 1 Togwotee Mountain Lodge: 59"


M O U N T A I N - W E A T H E R - F O R E C A S T - F O R - T O D A Y
Expect mostly cloudy skies to become overcast as a weak, upper-level low pressure system moves over the region today and tonight.

Temperature Forecast for 8,000´-9,000´: Rising into the upper 20s.
Ridge Top Wind Forecast for 10,000´: 15 to 25 mph out of the Southwest.
Snowfall Expected Next 24 Hours: Trace to 2"


G E N E R A L - A V A L A N C H E - A D V I S O R Y
The General Avalanche Hazard is MODERATE. Areas of unstable snow exist. Backcountry travelers could trigger slabs one to three feet in depth in steep, avalanche starting zones where faceted weak layers persist primarily on northerly and easterly aspects. Avalanches are unlikely below 8,000 feet due to shallow snow depths.

See you on the trail!!

Dennis

 

[SWEETXPBEATCH]

Hey Dennis

Thanks again for the great accomodations on such short notice back during the first week of December. We were the group of new 08' xp's that showed up at 1:30am. Thanks again, I will probably hit you up for an Elk hunt this fall as well.
Peace, Dan

 

[TurpinMeadowRanch]

Dan,
It was great having you here.

Dennis

 

[TurpinMeadowRanch]

Update: Winter Storm in forecast

It is a beautiful day here at Turpin Meadow Ranch today. Its snowing and we are expecting up to a foot here at the ranch. Which means even more up in the mountains. Ride Safe!!!

Continental Divide Trails/Togwotee Pass
Jackson Ranger District, POB 1689, Jackson WY 83001
Issued: Wed December 19, 2007 6:29 AM


M O U N T A I N - W E A T H E R - P A S T - 2 4 - H O U R S
5:00 AM Temperature at 10,400': 15º F
Maximum Temperature at 10,400' Past 24 Hours: 17º F
Average Wind Direction at 10,400' Past 24 Hours: West-Southwesterly
Average Wind Speed at 10,400' Past 24 Hours: 9 MPH
Maximum Wind Gust at 10,400' Past 24 Hours: 33 MPH
Snowfall/Prec. Past 24 Hours Brooks Lake Lodge: 2"/ 0.15"
Total Snow Depth 9,300´ Elevation Brooks Lake Lodge: 38"
Total Snowfall Starting October 1 Brooks Lake Lodge: 72"
Snowfall/Prec. Past 24 Hours Togwotee Mountain Lodge: 2"/ 0.15"

Total Snow Depth 8,700´ Elevation Togwotee Mountain Lodge: 26"
Total Snowfall Starting October 1 Togwotee Mountain Lodge: 62"


M O U N T A I N - W E A T H E R - F O R E C A S T - F O R - T O D A Y
Occasional light snow.

Temperature Forecast for 8,000´-9,000´: Rising to the mid twenties.
Ridge Top Wind Forecast for 10,000´: Southwest to westerly @ 10 to 20 miles per hour.
Snowfall Expected Next 24 Hours: 4 - 8"


G E N E R A L - A V A L A N C H E - A D V I S O R Y
The General Avalanche Hazard is MODERATE. Backcountry travelers could trigger slabs one to three feet in depth in steep, avalanche starting zones where faceted weak layers persist primarily on northerly and easterly aspects. Avalanches are unlikely below 8,000 feet due to shallow snow depths.

 

[asu_gt]

Dennis,

I know you just copy and paste the info, but how does total snow received since Oct. 1 decrease from 66" on 12-16 to 59" on 12-17? Just something I noticed as I follow this thread. Thanks for the postings. We will be in your area late Jan.


J

 

[TurpinMeadowRanch]

Dennis,

I know you just copy and paste the info, but how does total snow received since Oct. 1 decrease from 66" on 12-16 to 59" on 12-17? Just something I noticed as I follow this thread. Thanks for the postings. We will be in your area late Jan.


J

J,
That is a very good question. I usually look at snow depth and not total snowfall until the end of the season. I have sent an email to jhavalanche with the same question. I'll post the response when I receive it.

Dennis

 

[TurpinMeadowRanch]

Update

The report is indicating 4" of new snow. To me it seems more than that. I know that there are some areas that got over 18" of new powder. We did not ride yesterday but we are riding today. So I will let you know what we find. But I'm expecting it to be awesome. Looking back, we are off to a great year...we are hoping that it keeps coming. Snow is in the forecast tomorrow and Sunday.

Please note the change in Avalanche Hazard to CONSIDERABLE.

Continental Divide Trails/Togwotee Pass
Jackson Ranger District, POB 1689, Jackson WY 83001
Issued: Fri December 21, 2007 6:57 AM


M O U N T A I N - W E A T H E R - P A S T - 2 4 - H O U R S
5:00 AM Temperature at 10,400': 7º F
Maximum Temperature at 10,400' Past 24 Hours: 19º F
Average Wind Direction at 10,400' Past 24 Hours: West-Southwesterly
Average Wind Speed at 10,400' Past 24 Hours: 9 MPH
Maximum Wind Gust at 10,400' Past 24 Hours: 24 MPH
Snowfall/Prec. Past 24 Hours Brooks Lake Lodge: 4"/ 0.3"
Total Snow Depth 9,300´ Elevation Brooks Lake Lodge: 44"
Total Snowfall Starting October 1 Brooks Lake Lodge: 85"
Snowfall/Prec. Past 24 Hours Togwotee Mountain Lodge: 4"/ 0.23"

Total Snow Depth 8,700´ Elevation Togwotee Mountain Lodge: 33"
Total Snowfall Starting October 1 Togwotee Mountain Lodge: 77"


M O U N T A I N - W E A T H E R - F O R E C A S T - F O R - T O D A Y
Mostly cloudy skies with light snow tapering off from west to east as the day progresses.

Temperature Forecast for 8,000´-9,000´: Remaining in the upper single digits to low teens.
Ridge Top Wind Forecast for 10,000´: Northwest at 16 to 19 miles per hour.
Snowfall Expected Next 24 Hours: Trace to 2"


G E N E R A L - A V A L A N C H E - A D V I S O R Y
The general avalanche hazard is CONSIDERABLE. Strong southwest winds have formed new soft slabs up to two feet in depth. These slabs lie upon light density that fell earlier in the week and are likely to be easily triggered by humans who venture onto steep wind loaded slopes. These slabs could step down to deeper layers of weak faceted snow and crusts formed earlier in the season.

Ride Safe and Merry Christmas!!!

Dennis

 

[TurpinMeadowRanch]

Update

Happy Holidays!!!!

There is another system moving tonight that should add another foot. I was out yesterday and the powder was sick. Avalache Hazard is still Considerable. So ride safe....

Continental Divide Trails/Togwotee Pass
Jackson Ranger District, POB 1689, Jackson WY 83001
Issued: Sun December 23, 2007 7:24 AM


M O U N T A I N - W E A T H E R - P A S T - 2 4 - H O U R S
5:00 AM Temperature at 10,400': 0º F
Maximum Temperature at 10,400' Past 24 Hours: 5º F
Average Wind Direction at 10,400' Past 24 Hours: Westerly
Average Wind Speed at 10,400' Past 24 Hours: 18 MPH
Maximum Wind Gust at 10,400' Past 24 Hours: 33 MPH
Snowfall/Prec. Past 24 Hours Brooks Lake Lodge: 0"/ 0"
Total Snow Depth 9,300´ Elevation Brooks Lake Lodge: 39"
Total Snowfall Starting October 1 Brooks Lake Lodge: 85"
Snowfall/Prec. Past 24 Hours Togwotee Mountain Lodge: 1"/ 0.05"

Total Snow Depth 8,700´ Elevation Togwotee Mountain Lodge: 32"
Total Snowfall Starting October 1 Togwotee Mountain Lodge: 78"


M O U N T A I N - W E A T H E R - F O R E C A S T - F O R - T O D A Y
Light snowfall could linger through the day before the next system starts to move into the area tonight.

Temperature Forecast for 8,000´-9,000´: Rising to near 20.
Ridge Top Wind Forecast for 10,000´: 15 to 25 miles per hour out of the west.
Snowfall Expected Next 24 Hours: 2 to 4"


G E N E R A L - A V A L A N C H E - A D V I S O R Y
The general avalanche hazard is CONSIDERABLE. Backcountry travelers could trigger slab avalanches two to four feet in depth. These dangerous slabs are most likely to be triggered by snowmobiles on steep slopes underlain by weak surgery (faceted) snow.

Have a great Christmas.

Dennis

 

[TurpinMeadowRanch]

Dennis,

I know you just copy and paste the info, but how does total snow received since Oct. 1 decrease from 66" on 12-16 to 59" on 12-17? Just something I noticed as I follow this thread. Thanks for the postings. We will be in your area late Jan.


J

The response I got back was it was an error in addition that is now corrected or it has been corrected based on actual vs estimated. Which means they really have no idea.

Dennis

 

[asu_gt]

Maybe they had an intern using a pocket calculator. glad it is still snowing there.

The response I got back was it was an error in addition that is now corrected or it has been corrected based on actual vs estimated. Which means they really have no idea.

Dennis

 

[TurpinMeadowRanch]

Update

Happy Holidays!!! We are preparing for a white Christmas. We are expecting another +1 foot of snow in the next 24 hours.

Continental Divide Trails/Togwotee Pass
Jackson Ranger District, POB 1689, Jackson WY 83001
Issued: Mon December 24, 2007 6:49 AM


M O U N T A I N - W E A T H E R - P A S T - 2 4 - H O U R S
5:00 AM Temperature at 10,400': 20º F
Maximum Temperature at 10,400' Past 24 Hours: 20º F
Average Wind Direction at 10,400' Past 24 Hours: Westerly
Average Wind Speed at 10,400' Past 24 Hours: 21 MPH
Maximum Wind Gust at 10,400' Past 24 Hours: 47 MPH
Snowfall/Prec. Past 24 Hours Brooks Lake Lodge: 1"/ 0.1"
Total Snow Depth 9,300´ Elevation Brooks Lake Lodge: 38"
Total Snowfall Starting October 1 Brooks Lake Lodge: 86"
Snowfall/Prec. Past 24 Hours Togwotee Mountain Lodge: 1"/ 0.1"

Total Snow Depth 8,700´ Elevation Togwotee Mountain Lodge: 30"
Total Snowfall Starting October 1 Togwotee Mountain Lodge: 79"


M O U N T A I N - W E A T H E R - F O R E C A S T - F O R - T O D A Y
Expect sustained snowfall, heavy at times, accompanied by strong southwest winds as a strong Pacific storm system impacts the region. The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Storm Warning from 8 am to 11 am Christmas day.

Temperature Forecast for 8,000´-9,000´: Rising into the mid 20s.
Ridge Top Wind Forecast for 10,000´: Westerly at 25 to 40 miles per hour.
Snowfall Expected Next 24 Hours: 6 to 8"


G E N E R A L - A V A L A N C H E - A D V I S O R Y
The general avalanche hazard is CONSIDERABLE, and will increase during the day as new snow and strong winds form soft slabs and add weight to existing weak layers. Two avalanche problems exist. First, backcountry travelers could trigger new soft slabs developing during the day to one foot in depth on steep, wind-loaded slopes. Second, deeper hard slabs, 2 to 5 feet in depth persist. More substantial triggers such as snowmobiles, large groups, or surface slides steeping down may be needed to initiate these hard slabs. Serious consequences could result if caught in one of these hard slab avalanches. Natural avalanche activity will become possible later in the day.

Merry Christmas....

Dennis

 

[TurpinMeadowRanch]

Update

Sorry that I have been able to update. Snow is in the forecast....+2 feet. Right now it is snowing like crazy.....

Continental Divide Trails/Togwotee Pass
Jackson Ranger District, POB 1689, Jackson WY 83001
Issued: Sat December 29, 2007 6:17 AM


M O U N T A I N - W E A T H E R - P A S T - 2 4 - H O U R S
5:00 AM Temperature at 10,400': -1º F
Maximum Temperature at 10,400' Past 24 Hours: 1º F
Average Wind Direction at 10,400' Past 24 Hours: Westerly
Average Wind Speed at 10,400' Past 24 Hours: 12 MPH
Maximum Wind Gust at 10,400' Past 24 Hours: 28 MPH
Snowfall/Prec. Past 24 Hours Brooks Lake Lodge: .1"/ 0.01"
Total Snow Depth 9,300´ Elevation Brooks Lake Lodge: 38"
Total Snowfall Starting October 1 Brooks Lake Lodge: 91"
Snowfall/Prec. Past 24 Hours Togwotee Mountain Lodge: 1"/ 0.1"

Total Snow Depth 8,700´ Elevation Togwotee Mountain Lodge: 32"
Total Snowfall Starting October 1 Togwotee Mountain Lodge: 86"


M O U N T A I N - W E A T H E R - F O R E C A S T - F O R - T O D A Y
Overcast skies with light snowfal that will intensify this evening. Strong winds may create white out conditions.

Temperature Forecast for 8,000´-9,000´: Rising into the teens.
Ridge Top Wind Forecast for 10,000´: Southwest at 29 to 39 miles per hour with higher gusts.
Snowfall Expected Next 24 Hours: 7"


G E N E R A L - A V A L A N C H E - A D V I S O R Y
The General Avalanche Hazard is MODERATE. Unstable conditions exist on steep slopes with fresh deposits of wind drifted snow that are underlain by weak faceted snow. Strong southwest winds will drift snow and increase the potential for humans, especially those on snow machines, to trigger slab avalanches in excess of three feet in depth.

 

[TurpinMeadowRanch]

Update

Snow is deep!!! Next couple of days will be very cold. Ride safe.

Continental Divide Trails/Togwotee Pass
Jackson Ranger District, POB 1689, Jackson WY 83001
Issued: Mon December 31, 2007 5:54 AM


M O U N T A I N - W E A T H E R - P A S T - 2 4 - H O U R S
5:00 AM Temperature at 10,400': -3º F
Maximum Temperature at 10,400' Past 24 Hours: 7º F
Average Wind Direction at 10,400' Past 24 Hours: West-Northwesterly
Average Wind Speed at 10,400' Past 24 Hours: 21 MPH
Maximum Wind Gust at 10,400' Past 24 Hours: 60 MPH
Snowfall/Prec. Past 24 Hours Brooks Lake Lodge: 1"/ 0.07"
Total Snow Depth 9,300´ Elevation Brooks Lake Lodge: 43"
Total Snowfall Starting October 1 Brooks Lake Lodge: 96"
Snowfall/Prec. Past 24 Hours Togwotee Mountain Lodge: .1"/ 0.01"

Total Snow Depth 8,700´ Elevation Togwotee Mountain Lodge: 38"
Total Snowfall Starting October 1 Togwotee Mountain Lodge: 95"


M O U N T A I N - W E A T H E R - F O R E C A S T - F O R - T O D A Y
Occasional light snow.

Temperature Forecast for 8,000´-9,000´: Rising to near ten degrees f.
Ridge Top Wind Forecast for 10,000´: Westerly @ 20 to 30 miles per hour.
Snowfall Expected Next 24 Hours: 1"


G E N E R A L - A V A L A N C H E - A D V I S O R Y
The General Avalanche Hazard is CONSIDERABLE. Strong westerly winds and a few inches of new snow in the past 24 hours have added to slabs created by 10 inches of snow and wind from Saturday night. Slabs in excess of three feet in depth could be easily triggered on steep, lee slopes. Any surface slides have the potential to pull out deeper, old snow.

Have a safe New Year.

Dennis