Apologies because computer problems delayed this by a few weeks. Though this report highlights avalanche occurrences in early April, I feel it is still relevant and worth bringing up because the first big warming cycles are coming upon us as we head into May.

Myself and one other spent 8 days ski touring around North Creek and Pebble Creek. We had quite stable conditions and a mix of all kinds of weather. In the area and in the distant neighbouring peaks, large avalanches were going off without warning in steep north-facing terrain. This corroborates with deep avalanches happening in the Tantalus Range (https://www.mountainconditions.com/reports/lurking).

Some of the avalanches were occurring with cornice loads and some without an apparent trigger. In a few places, 3-meter deep shooting cracks were observed at the head of a north facing bowl. All avalanches observed were in the 3+ range. A number were seen in the distance as well a few photos have been attached to illustrate the situation of these avalanches.

Though these might have quietened now, this post is to remind folks that we have some deep sensitive layers that although mostly unreactive, have not been tested by a large warming. The first really big warming events may start to shake things loose. Though I'm referring to the Coast Mountains, this may also apply to the Columbia and Rockies.

Watch your overhead out there and caution when things start to warm up in May.
Stay safe, have fun!