Update from Turpin Meadow Ranch & Togwotee CD Trail System

[TurpinMeadowRanch]

Update

Gorgeous day today. Current conditions are great...

Continental Divide Trails/Togwotee Pass
Jackson Ranger District, POB 1689, Jackson WY 83001
Issued: Wed January 02, 2008 6:15 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': 16º F
Maximum Temperature at 10,400' Past 24 Hours: 16º 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: 27 MPH
Snowfall/Prec. Past 24 Hours Brooks Lake Lodge: 0"/ 0"
Total Snow Depth 9,300´ Elevation Brooks Lake Lodge: 42"
Total Snowfall Starting October 1 Brooks Lake Lodge: 96"
Snowfall/Prec. Past 24 Hours Togwotee Mountain Lodge: 0"/ 0"

Total Snow Depth 8,700´ Elevation Togwotee Mountain Lodge: 35"
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
Partly cloudy with warm temperatures.

Temperature Forecast for 8,000´-9,000´: Upper twenties to low thirties.
Ridge Top Wind Forecast for 10,000´: West to southwest @ 10 to 20 m.p.h.
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. Slabs to two feet in depth created by 10 inches of snow and strong winds over the weekend could be triggered on steep, lee slopes. Any surface slides have the potential to pull out deeper, old snow which rests on weak, faceted snow at the base of the snowpack. Larger triggers like multiple highmarking may be necessary to start an avalanche. With rapidly warming temperatures the chance of triggering slides on sun lit aspects will increase. Avaoid steep, south facing slopes in the afternoon.Yesterday in the Teton Range several skiers triggered and were caught in large slides on south facing slopes at or above treeline. No injuries were reported.

 

[TurpinMeadowRanch]

Update

Another great day in paradise.

Forecast is for snow over the weekend.

Continental Divide Trails/Togwotee Pass
Jackson Ranger District, POB 1689, Jackson WY 83001
Issued: Thu January 03, 2008 6:50 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': 19º F
Maximum Temperature at 10,400' Past 24 Hours: 27º F
Average Wind Direction at 10,400' Past 24 Hours: Southwesterly
Average Wind Speed at 10,400' Past 24 Hours: 9 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: 41"
Total Snowfall Starting October 1 Brooks Lake Lodge: 96"
Snowfall/Prec. Past 24 Hours Togwotee Mountain Lodge: 0"/ 0"

Total Snow Depth 8,700´ Elevation Togwotee Mountain Lodge: 33"
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
Increasing clouds.

Temperature Forecast for 8,000´-9,000´: Rising into the mid twenties.
Ridge Top Wind Forecast for 10,000´: Increasing to 30-40 mph from the Southwest this afternoon.
Snowfall Expected Next 24 Hours: 0-2"


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. The possibility continues to trigger slabs to total depths of four feet. As these slabs have gained some strength, they will be easier to approach and climb and may provide a false feeling of security as they may still fail with the additional weight of a snowmobile or even one person.

See you on the trail.

Dennis

 

[TurpinMeadowRanch]

Update

Sorry for the delay in updating the thread. I have been out of town but I arrived back to more snow. We are expecting more snow for the next couple of days.

Continental Divide Trails/Togwotee Pass
Jackson Ranger District, POB 1689, Jackson WY 83001
Issued: Thu January 10, 2008 6:36 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: 14º F
Average Wind Direction at 10,400' Past 24 Hours: Westerly
Average Wind Speed at 10,400' Past 24 Hours: 13 MPH
Maximum Wind Gust at 10,400' Past 24 Hours: 29 MPH
Snowfall/Prec. Past 24 Hours Brooks Lake Lodge: 5"/ 0.19"
Total Snow Depth 9,300´ Elevation Brooks Lake Lodge: 50"
Total Snowfall Starting October 1 Brooks Lake Lodge: 111"
Snowfall/Prec. Past 24 Hours Togwotee Mountain Lodge: 6"/ 0.22"

Total Snow Depth 8,700´ Elevation Togwotee Mountain Lodge: 41"
Total Snowfall Starting October 1 Togwotee Mountain Lodge: 112"


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
Snow is expected to fall this afternoon.

Temperature Forecast for 8,000´-9,000´: Rising into the mid teens.
Ridge Top Wind Forecast for 10,000´: Southwesterly at 15 to 25 mph.
Snowfall Expected Next 24 Hours: 2-6"

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. Soft surface slabs up to 18 inches in depth lie in the backcountry and could be easily triggered by recreationalists in steep avalanche terrain. The chance also continues to trigger deeper, older hard slabs up to four feet deep that sit on a weak layer of faceted snow.

Ride safe and see you on the trail....

Dennis

 

[TurpinMeadowRanch]

Update

I have one word for today......POWDER.......it is unbelievable....

Continental Divide Trails/Togwotee Pass
Jackson Ranger District, POB 1689, Jackson WY 83001
Issued: Sat January 12, 2008 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': 10º F
Maximum Temperature at 10,400' Past 24 Hours: 14º F
Average Wind Direction at 10,400' Past 24 Hours: Westerly
Average Wind Speed at 10,400' Past 24 Hours: 13 MPH
Maximum Wind Gust at 10,400' Past 24 Hours: 32 MPH
Snowfall/Prec. Past 24 Hours Brooks Lake Lodge: 4"/ 0.2"
Total Snow Depth 9,300´ Elevation Brooks Lake Lodge: 56"
Total Snowfall Starting October 1 Brooks Lake Lodge: 121"
Snowfall/Prec. Past 24 Hours Togwotee Mountain Lodge: 3"/ 0.14"

Total Snow Depth 8,700´ Elevation Togwotee Mountain Lodge: 48"
Total Snowfall Starting October 1 Togwotee Mountain Lodge: 124"


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 a chance of light snow in the morning.

Temperature Forecast for 8,000´-9,000´: Rising into the upper teens to low 20's.
Ridge Top Wind Forecast for 10,000´: West at 10 to 15 miles per hour.
Snowfall Expected Next 24 Hours: 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. Soft surface slabs up to three feet in depth exist on steep wind loaded aspects. These surface slabs are likely to be easily triggered and could step down through hard old snow to deeper weak layers

 

[TurpinMeadowRanch]

Update

Today is a gorgeous day. Yesterday was a tragic day. Three of our fellow snowmobilers died on the mountain. Lets remember them by riding safely.

Continental Divide Trails/Togwotee Pass
Jackson Ranger District, POB 1689, Jackson WY 83001
Issued: Sun January 13, 2008 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': 9º F
Maximum Temperature at 10,400' Past 24 Hours: 16º F
Average Wind Direction at 10,400' Past 24 Hours: Westerly
Average Wind Speed at 10,400' Past 24 Hours: 13 MPH
Maximum Wind Gust at 10,400' Past 24 Hours: 28 MPH
Snowfall/Prec. Past 24 Hours Brooks Lake Lodge: 1"/ 0.04"
Total Snow Depth 9,300´ Elevation Brooks Lake Lodge: 54"
Total Snowfall Starting October 1 Brooks Lake Lodge: 122"
Snowfall/Prec. Past 24 Hours Togwotee Mountain Lodge: 3"/ 0.12"

Total Snow Depth 8,700´ Elevation Togwotee Mountain Lodge: 48"
Total Snowfall Starting October 1 Togwotee Mountain Lodge: 127"


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 snow will end as skies begin to clear.

Temperature Forecast for 8,000´-9,000´: Rising into the 20's.
Ridge Top Wind Forecast for 10,000´: Northwest at 15 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 CONSIDERABLE. Dangerous unstable slabs exist. Yesterday a skier triggered a three-foot deep hard slab on a northeast aspect of Angle Mountain at an elevation of 9,600 feet. In the Gros Ventre Range east of Jackson a skier was injured after being swept through trees in an avalanche he triggered while ascending a southwest aspect of Cache Peak. Three snowmobilers were deeply buried by a large avalanche and died in the Cottonwood Creek drainage southeast of Afton in the Salt River Range. Deep hard and soft slabs lie upon a weak base of faceted snow and are likely to be easily triggered by humans who venture into avalanche terrain. The potential to trigger these dangerous slides will increase as the day warms.




Ride safe!!!!!

Dennis

 

[TurpinMeadowRanch]

Update

Another beautiful day in Jackson Hole. Be careful, the temperature is not helping with our avalanche potentials.

Continental Divide Trails/Togwotee Pass
Jackson Ranger District, POB 1689, Jackson WY 83001
Issued: Mon January 14, 2008 6:58 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': 11º F
Maximum Temperature at 10,400' Past 24 Hours: 14º F
Average Wind Direction at 10,400' Past 24 Hours: West-Northwesterly
Average Wind Speed at 10,400' Past 24 Hours: 15 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: 53"
Total Snowfall Starting October 1 Brooks Lake Lodge: 122"
Snowfall/Prec. Past 24 Hours Togwotee Mountain Lodge: 0"/ 0"

Total Snow Depth 8,700´ Elevation Togwotee Mountain Lodge: 46"
Total Snowfall Starting October 1 Togwotee Mountain Lodge: 127"


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 clear to partly cloudy skies above mid level stratus clouds and morning valley fog.

Temperature Forecast for 8,000´-9,000´: Rising into the mid 20's.
Ridge Top Wind Forecast for 10,000´: 15 to 25 miles per hour out of the northwest, backing to the west later in the day.
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 CONSIDERABLE. Dangerous unstable slabs Persist. Over the last two days several large avalanches have been triggered by backcountry travelers in Western Wyoming, which resulted in injuries, fatalities, and close calls. Deep hard and soft slabs lie upon a weak base of faceted snow, and could be triggered by those venturing into avalanche terrain. Sunshine and warming temperatures will increase the likelihood of triggering slides, along with the possibility of spontaneous, loose-snow sluffs.


Ride Safe!!!!

Dennis

 

[TurpinMeadowRanch]

update

Snow is in the forecast for the next week. Ride Safe....

Continental Divide Trails/Togwotee Pass
Jackson Ranger District, POB 1689, Jackson WY 83001
Issued: Tue January 15, 2008 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': 15º F
Maximum Temperature at 10,400' Past 24 Hours: 21º F
Average Wind Direction at 10,400' Past 24 Hours: Westerly
Average Wind Speed at 10,400' Past 24 Hours: 16 MPH
Maximum Wind Gust at 10,400' Past 24 Hours: 37 MPH
Snowfall/Prec. Past 24 Hours Brooks Lake Lodge: 0"/ 0"
Total Snow Depth 9,300´ Elevation Brooks Lake Lodge: 51"
Total Snowfall Starting October 1 Brooks Lake Lodge: 122"
Snowfall/Prec. Past 24 Hours Togwotee Mountain Lodge: 0"/ 0"

Total Snow Depth 8,700´ Elevation Togwotee Mountain Lodge: 45"
Total Snowfall Starting October 1 Togwotee Mountain Lodge: 127"


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
A rapidly moving system will bring light snow and strong winds this morning then occasional flurries in the afternoon.

Temperature Forecast for 8,000´-9,000´: Upper teens.
Ridge Top Wind Forecast for 10,000´: Westerly @ 15 to 25 mph with stronger gusts.
Snowfall Expected Next 24 Hours: 1 - 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. Dangerous unstable slabs persist. Over the last few days several large avalanches have been triggered by backcountry travelers in Western Wyoming, which resulted in injuries, fatalities, and close calls. Deep hard and soft slabs lie upon a weak base of faceted snow, and could be triggered by those venturing into avalanche terrain. Greater triggers such as more than one person or machine on a slope may be necessary to start a slide. Always travel one at a time on slopes and do not linger in run-out zones.

 

[safesnowrider]

I ve been riding since 1966 in Wyoming, Colorado and my home in Michigan and I havent been to your place it sounds nice- maybe I will try it

 

[wonderxc600]

you would be missing out if you didn't! great riding out there.

 

[TurpinMeadowRanch]

Update

Good Morning to all...
Today is gorgeous...clear....but cold...
We received another 1/2 foot of snow yesterday.

Continental Divide Trails/Togwotee Pass
Jackson Ranger District, POB 1689, Jackson WY 83001
Issued: Wed January 16, 2008 6:08 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: 14º F
Average Wind Direction at 10,400' Past 24 Hours: West-Northwesterly
Average Wind Speed at 10,400' Past 24 Hours: 17 MPH
Maximum Wind Gust at 10,400' Past 24 Hours: 62 MPH
Snowfall/Prec. Past 24 Hours Brooks Lake Lodge: 2"/ 0.14"
Total Snow Depth 9,300´ Elevation Brooks Lake Lodge: 51"
Total Snowfall Starting October 1 Brooks Lake Lodge: 124"
Snowfall/Prec. Past 24 Hours Togwotee Mountain Lodge: 5"/ 0.3"

Total Snow Depth 8,700´ Elevation Togwotee Mountain Lodge: 45"
Total Snowfall Starting October 1 Togwotee Mountain Lodge: 132"


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 with occasional light snow.

Temperature Forecast for 8,000´-9,000´: Rising into the single digits.
Ridge Top Wind Forecast for 10,000´: Northwest @ 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. Strong winds and new snow have created easily triggered surface slabs to a foot in depth on lee slopes of the higher ridges and peaks. Beneath the new snow dangerous unstable slabs persist. Over the last few days several large avalanches have been triggered by backcountry travelers in Western Wyoming, which resulted in injuries, fatalities, and close calls. Deep hard and soft slabs lie upon a weak base of faceted snow, and could be triggered by those venturing into avalanche terrain. Greater triggers such as more than one person or machine on a slope may be necessary to start a slide. Always travel one at a time on slopes and do not linger in run-out zones.

Ride safe..
See you on the trail..

Dennis

 

[TurpinMeadowRanch]

Update

A beautiful day to be riding. Blue sky!!!! More snow also in the forecast.

Continental Divide Trails/Togwotee Pass
Jackson Ranger District, POB 1689, Jackson WY 83001
Issued: Fri January 18, 2008 6:37 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': -1º F
Maximum Temperature at 10,400' Past 24 Hours: 1º F
Average Wind Direction at 10,400' Past 24 Hours: West-Northwesterly
Average Wind Speed at 10,400' Past 24 Hours: 16 MPH
Maximum Wind Gust at 10,400' Past 24 Hours: 40 MPH
Snowfall/Prec. Past 24 Hours Brooks Lake Lodge: 1"/ 0.1"
Total Snow Depth 9,300´ Elevation Brooks Lake Lodge: 48"
Total Snowfall Starting October 1 Brooks Lake Lodge: 125"
Snowfall/Prec. Past 24 Hours Togwotee Mountain Lodge: 1"/ 0.1"

Total Snow Depth 8,700´ Elevation Togwotee Mountain Lodge: 44"
Total Snowfall Starting October 1 Togwotee Mountain Lodge: 133"


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 to mostly cloudy skies with periods of light snowfall.

Temperature Forecast for 8,000´-9,000´: Rising into the single digits above zero.
Ridge Top Wind Forecast for 10,000´: West-northwesterly at 10 to 20 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 remains MODERATE. Pockets of soft surface slab up to two feet in depth and deeper hard slabs lie upon a base of weak faceted snow. Humans venturing onto steep avalanche prone slopes could trigger slabs that step to the ground. Multiple passes are possible across an unstable slope before a weak point is encountered and slope failure is initiated.

Ride Safe...

Dennis

 

[TurpinMeadowRanch]

Update

Storm update: 1 to 2 feet is expected. We have 1/2 foot of fresh snow just today.

Continental Divide Trails/Togwotee Pass
Jackson Ranger District, POB 1689, Jackson WY 83001
Issued: Sat January 19, 2008 6:38 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: 4º F
Average Wind Direction at 10,400' Past 24 Hours: West-Northwesterly
Average Wind Speed at 10,400' Past 24 Hours: 15 MPH
Maximum Wind Gust at 10,400' Past 24 Hours: 40 MPH
Snowfall/Prec. Past 24 Hours Brooks Lake Lodge: .1"/ 0.01"
Total Snow Depth 9,300´ Elevation Brooks Lake Lodge: 47"
Total Snowfall Starting October 1 Brooks Lake Lodge: 125"
Snowfall/Prec. Past 24 Hours Togwotee Mountain Lodge: 1"/ 0.07"

Total Snow Depth 8,700´ Elevation Togwotee Mountain Lodge: 44"
Total Snowfall Starting October 1 Togwotee Mountain Lodge: 134"


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
Snow developing and increasing in intensity.

Temperature Forecast for 8,000´-9,000´: Rising into the teens.
Ridge Top Wind Forecast for 10,000´: West at 20 to 30 with gusts to 40 miles per hour.
Snowfall Expected Next 24 Hours: 3 to 5"


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 and will increase durig the day. West winds will form new soft surface slabs up to one foot in depth that will gain volume as the day progresses. The new slabs will increase the load on existing unstable hard slabs. Humans who venture into steep avalanche paths could trigger these new shallow soft slabs and dangerous deeper hard slabs that could step down to the ground.

 

[TurpinMeadowRanch]

Update

Great conditions. Snow, snow, snow....

Continental Divide Trails/Togwotee Pass
Jackson Ranger District, POB 1689, Jackson WY 83001
Issued: Mon January 21, 2008 7:15 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: 10º F
Average Wind Direction at 10,400' Past 24 Hours: East-Southeasterly
Average Wind Speed at 10,400' Past 24 Hours: 12 MPH
Maximum Wind Gust at 10,400' Past 24 Hours: 26 MPH
Snowfall/Prec. Past 24 Hours Brooks Lake Lodge: 4"/ 0.2"
Total Snow Depth 9,300´ Elevation Brooks Lake Lodge: 51"
Total Snowfall Starting October 1 Brooks Lake Lodge: 132"
Snowfall/Prec. Past 24 Hours Togwotee Mountain Lodge: 4"/ 0.2"

Total Snow Depth 8,700´ Elevation Togwotee Mountain Lodge: 47"
Total Snowfall Starting October 1 Togwotee Mountain Lodge: 141"


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
Lingering, scattered snow showers remain possible this morning before clearing skies and cold temperatures start to dominate.

Temperature Forecast for 8,000´-9,000´: Rising to near 0.
Ridge Top Wind Forecast for 10,000´: 5 to 15 out of the east.
Snowfall Expected Next 24 Hours: 0 to a 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. Six to twelve inch deep surface slabs resting upon good sliding surfaces, along with loose snow sluffs, could be triggered by backcountry travelers in steep, wind-loaded terrain. Recent snowfall has also increased the load on existing, older hard slabs. Backcountry travelers venturing onto steep, wind-loaded slopes still have the potential of triggering dangerous, deeper hard slabs that could step down to the ground.

See you on the trail..

Dennis

 

[TurpinMeadowRanch]

Update

The conditions are great......but cold......

Continental Divide Trails/Togwotee Pass
Jackson Ranger District, POB 1689, Jackson WY 83001
Issued: Thu January 24, 2008 6:06 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': 16º F
Maximum Temperature at 10,400' Past 24 Hours: 16º 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: 35 MPH
Snowfall/Prec. Past 24 Hours Brooks Lake Lodge: 0"/ 0"
Total Snow Depth 9,300´ Elevation Brooks Lake Lodge: 49"
Total Snowfall Starting October 1 Brooks Lake Lodge: 132"
Snowfall/Prec. Past 24 Hours Togwotee Mountain Lodge: 0"/ 0"

Total Snow Depth 8,700´ Elevation Togwotee Mountain Lodge: 44"
Total Snowfall Starting October 1 Togwotee Mountain Lodge: 141"


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
Clear skies this morning are to become mostly cloudy this afternoon.

Temperature Forecast for 8,000´-9,000´: Rising into the upper teens.
Ridge Top Wind Forecast for 10,000´: Southwesterly at 10-20 mph.
Snowfall Expected Next 24 Hours: 0-2"


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. Backcounry travellers could trigger surface slabs to a foot in depth in steep wind loaded terrain today. The potential also continues to trigger deeper hard slabs in steep terrain that are underlain by a weak layer of faceted snow near the base of the snow pack. A skier unintentionally triggered such a slide yesterday on a Southwest facing slope

See you on the trail..

Dennis

 

[TurpinMeadowRanch]

Update

After a couple of gorgeous but cold days, snow is back in the forecast.

Continental Divide Trails/Togwotee Pass
Jackson Ranger District, POB 1689, Jackson WY 83001
Issued: Fri January 25, 2008 5:59 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': 4º F
Maximum Temperature at 10,400' Past 24 Hours: 17º F
Average Wind Direction at 10,400' Past 24 Hours: Southwesterly
Average Wind Speed at 10,400' Past 24 Hours: 8 MPH
Maximum Wind Gust at 10,400' Past 24 Hours: 29 MPH
Snowfall/Prec. Past 24 Hours Brooks Lake Lodge: 2"/ 0.06"
Total Snow Depth 9,300´ Elevation Brooks Lake Lodge: 49"
Total Snowfall Starting October 1 Brooks Lake Lodge: 134"
Snowfall/Prec. Past 24 Hours Togwotee Mountain Lodge: 1"/ 0.02"

Total Snow Depth 8,700´ Elevation Togwotee Mountain Lodge: 43"
Total Snowfall Starting October 1 Togwotee Mountain Lodge: 142"


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 skies with widely scattered snow showers.

Temperature Forecast for 8,000´-9,000´: Rising into the teens.
Ridge Top Wind Forecast for 10,000´: West-southwest at 15 to 25 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 MODERATE. Full depth hard slabs could be human triggered on steep wind loaded avalanche prone slopes. A skier triggered one of these slabs on a southeast aspect of Angle Mountain on Wednesday.


Ride safe..
Dennis

 

[TurpinMeadowRanch]

Update

Today the riding was out of this world....plus 2 feet of new snow expected in the next 48 hours....

Continental Divide Trails/Togwotee Pass
Jackson Ranger District, POB 1689, Jackson WY 83001
Issued: Sat January 26, 2008 6:20 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: 8º 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: 43 MPH
Snowfall/Prec. Past 24 Hours Brooks Lake Lodge: 2"/ 0.08"
Total Snow Depth 9,300´ Elevation Brooks Lake Lodge: 49"
Total Snowfall Starting October 1 Brooks Lake Lodge: 136"
Snowfall/Prec. Past 24 Hours Togwotee Mountain Lodge: 3"/ 0.12"

Total Snow Depth 8,700´ Elevation Togwotee Mountain Lodge: 44"
Total Snowfall Starting October 1 Togwotee Mountain Lodge: 145"


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 snowfall to taper off by this afternoon, with some clearing possible.

Temperature Forecast for 8,000´-9,000´: Rising into the low 20's.
Ridge Top Wind Forecast for 10,000´: 15 to 25 out of the West.
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. Backcountry travelers could still trigger full depth hard slabs on steep, wind-loaded avalanche prone slopes. A skier triggered one of these slabs on a southeast aspect of Angle Mountain on Wednesday.

Ride safe...
Dennis

 

[TurpinMeadowRanch]

Update

The word of the day......POWDER....

Continental Divide Trails/Togwotee Pass
Jackson Ranger District, POB 1689, Jackson WY 83001
Issued: Mon January 28, 2008 6:01 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': 16º F
Maximum Temperature at 10,400' Past 24 Hours: 17º F
Average Wind Direction at 10,400' Past 24 Hours: Southwesterly
Average Wind Speed at 10,400' Past 24 Hours: 13 MPH
Maximum Wind Gust at 10,400' Past 24 Hours: 35 MPH
Snowfall/Prec. Past 24 Hours Brooks Lake Lodge: 4"/ 0.3"
Total Snow Depth 9,300´ Elevation Brooks Lake Lodge: 53"
Total Snowfall Starting October 1 Brooks Lake Lodge: 141"
Snowfall/Prec. Past 24 Hours Togwotee Mountain Lodge: 7"/ 0.26"

Total Snow Depth 8,700´ Elevation Togwotee Mountain Lodge: 49"
Total Snowfall Starting October 1 Togwotee Mountain Lodge: 152"


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
Snow, heavy at times.

Temperature Forecast for 8,000´-9,000´: Low twenties.
Ridge Top Wind Forecast for 10,000´: Southwest to westerly @ 15-20 m.p.h.
Snowfall Expected Next 24 Hours: 8 - 10"


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. 8 inches of new snow resting on weak, light density snow has created the possibility of triggering soft slabs to two feet in depth on steep slopes. More snow and wind through the day will increase the size and sensitivity of new slides. Surface slides and/or backcountry travelers could trigger full depth hard slabs on steep, wind-loaded avalanche prone slopes.

Ride safe...
Dennis

 

[TurpinMeadowRanch]

Update

Good morning to all....my word for the day "Epic Powder".
The report below is inaccurate as the winds moved a lot of snow around yesterday. The ranch received over a foot and 1/2 of new snow. I hope to have pictures tomorrow...

Continental Divide Trails/Togwotee Pass
Jackson Ranger District, POB 1689, Jackson WY 83001
Issued: Tue January 29, 2008 6:42 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: 16º F
Average Wind Direction at 10,400' Past 24 Hours: West-Southwesterly
Average Wind Speed at 10,400' Past 24 Hours: 12 MPH
Maximum Wind Gust at 10,400' Past 24 Hours: 37 MPH
Snowfall/Prec. Past 24 Hours Brooks Lake Lodge: 3"/ 0.2"
Total Snow Depth 9,300´ Elevation Brooks Lake Lodge: 55"
Total Snowfall Starting October 1 Brooks Lake Lodge: 144"
Snowfall/Prec. Past 24 Hours Togwotee Mountain Lodge: 4"/ 0.27"

Total Snow Depth 8,700´ Elevation Togwotee Mountain Lodge: 51"
Total Snowfall Starting October 1 Togwotee Mountain Lodge: 156"


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 with light snow in the afternoon.

Temperature Forecast for 8,000´-9,000´: Rising to the upper teens.
Ridge Top Wind Forecast for 10,000´: West @ 20 - 30 m.p.h.
Snowfall Expected Next 24 Hours: 2 - 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 MODERATE. Up to 12 inches of new snow over the past 48 hours resting on weak, light-density snow has created the possibility of triggering soft slabs to two feet in depth on steep, lee slopes. Surface slides and/or backcountry groups with multiple people on a slope could trigger full depth hard slabs on steep, wind-loaded avalanche prone slopes.

Have a great day...

Dennis

 

[TurpinMeadowRanch]

Update

Update for today...

Continental Divide Trails/Togwotee Pass
Jackson Ranger District, POB 1689, Jackson WY 83001
Issued: Wed January 30, 2008 6:01 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: 1º F
Average Wind Direction at 10,400' Past 24 Hours: West-Southwesterly
Average Wind Speed at 10,400' Past 24 Hours: 17 MPH
Maximum Wind Gust at 10,400' Past 24 Hours: 44 MPH
Snowfall/Prec. Past 24 Hours Brooks Lake Lodge: .1"/ 0.01"
Total Snow Depth 9,300´ Elevation Brooks Lake Lodge: 54"
Total Snowfall Starting October 1 Brooks Lake Lodge: 144"
Snowfall/Prec. Past 24 Hours Togwotee Mountain Lodge: 1"/ 0.05"

Total Snow Depth 8,700´ Elevation Togwotee Mountain Lodge: 50"
Total Snowfall Starting October 1 Togwotee Mountain Lodge: 157"


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 into the low teens.
Ridge Top Wind Forecast for 10,000´: West to northwest @ 15 - 20 m.p.h.
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 MODERATE. New snow early in the week rests on weak, light-density snow has created the possibility of triggering soft slabs to two feet in depth on steep, lee slopes. Surface slides and/or backcountry groups with multiple people on a slope could trigger full depth hard slabs on steep, wind-loaded avalanche prone slopes.


Ride Safe...

Dennis

 

[TurpinMeadowRanch]

Update

More snow on the way....

Continental Divide Trails/Togwotee Pass
Jackson Ranger District, POB 1689, Jackson WY 83001
Issued: Thu January 31, 2008 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': -4º F
Maximum Temperature at 10,400' Past 24 Hours: 2º F
Average Wind Direction at 10,400' Past 24 Hours: Westerly
Average Wind Speed at 10,400' Past 24 Hours: 15 MPH
Maximum Wind Gust at 10,400' Past 24 Hours: 37 MPH
Snowfall/Prec. Past 24 Hours Brooks Lake Lodge: 1"/ 0.05"
Total Snow Depth 9,300´ Elevation Brooks Lake Lodge: 54"
Total Snowfall Starting October 1 Brooks Lake Lodge: 145"
Snowfall/Prec. Past 24 Hours Togwotee Mountain Lodge: 4"/ 0.24"

Total Snow Depth 8,700´ Elevation Togwotee Mountain Lodge: 49"
Total Snowfall Starting October 1 Togwotee Mountain Lodge: 161"


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
Snow is expected to increase in intensity this afternoon.

Temperature Forecast for 8,000´-9,000´: Rising into the low teens.
Ridge Top Wind Forecast for 10,000´: Southwesterly at 25-35 mph.
Snowfall Expected Next 24 Hours: 2-10"

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. Recent snow and strong wind events have formed surface slabs to two feet in depth in steep avalanche terrain. These slabs may be triggered by backcountry riders or skiers today and will increase in size and sensitivity as they are loaded by today's storm.