Temperatures have steadily increased since the last storm, and solar aspects have taken on plenty of sunshine. We encountered melt-freeze crusts on solar aspects. The wind has had its way with snow on exposed slopes. Some soft powder remains on sheltered, mid-elevation slopes. Coverage is very thin, and it's tough to find real turning and riding right now. Deeper snowpack areas are between 50-60cm, but average depths on the northerlies are more like 35-45cm.

The good news is there is enough snow to put skins on and walk around. It's a good time to adjust to ski boots, get some uphill fitness, and shakedown your equipment.