
It is hard to get a sense of the layering of the snowpack, but you can begin to “feel” the consistency of the snow. When there is stiffness or a styro-foam texture of the snowcover are significant. Sounds can be your biggest clue. Listen for hollow sounds, cracking, or collapsing sounds around you.
An avalanche doesn’t recognise whether or not you are an expert. But, if you are well-informed or otherwise aware, you ca Continue Reading





