[MCR] Avalanche conditions on the Wapta, March 7th, 2016

[Public Mountain Conditions Report]

Heads up to folks going onto the Wapta. We have received reports of two 
close calls in the last two days in that area. Today, there was a close 
call with a group traversing the last slope before the new Des Poilus Hut 
(Richard & Louise Guy Hut). Details of the avalanche can be found on 
Avalanche Canada's MIN page and see the attached photo for an approximate 
location.

Avalanche conditions remain tricky in Banff, Yoho and Kootenay with 
natural activity and avalanche danger decreasing, but the persistent 
weakness is still present. It is the classic low probability/ high 
consequence Rockies problem and will likely remain that way for a while 
yet. 

Stick to conservative terrain and wait until conditions improve before 
tackling the bigger spring objectives.



Ian Jackson
ACMG  Mountain Guide
Visitor Safety Technician | Technicien Sécurité de Visiteurs
Banff, Yoho, Kootenay National Parks | Parcs Natiounaux Banff, Yoho, 
Kootenay
Parks Canada | Parcs Canada
www.parksmountainsafety.ca | www.parcsecuritemontagne.ca

Conserve, Restore and Connect with Nature | Conserver, restaurer et se 
rapprocher de la nature 
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