January 14th at William's Lake. Last week's storm snow is holding with more typical temps than we've seen so far this Winter. There was 2-3 inches on the ice and around the lake. Although a still-dire snowpack exists across the area, some crossloaded gullies and depressions are filled in and may have enough snow to make a few turns, with caution as rocks will still be a concern. Where there is enough snow to ride, various storm layers are distinguishable and comprised of advanced-stage facets, the probability of triggering a small avalanche which could run onto exposed ground and rocks is considerable. Most other slopes do not have enough snow for avalanches to be a concern, there are a few hanging cornices on leeward aspects to be aware of when hiking below. The trail to Williams Lake has enough snow to ride most of the way down, I would not recommend this as rocks, roots, ice and other obstacles are present.
Lake Fork's eastern slopes from the lake;

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Sin Nombre's northern slopes and couloirs;

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The glacial moraine beneath Lake Fork;

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Fairview's southeast slopes;

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For those of you into hockey or figure skating, the Williams Lake Maintenance Crew was out shoveling snow off the ice;

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