There is a CONSIDERABLE AVALANCHE DANGER on steep slopes at the upper elevations facing west, through north, and east where recent storm snow and winds have created a dense slab of snow on top of a buried persistent weak layer. Avalanches may be 2-3' deep and over 200' wide. These are dangerous avalanche conditions - avoid being on, underneath, or adjacent to steep slopes on these aspects and elevations where human-triggered avalanches are likely. There is a Moderate danger at the mid elevations where this problem still exists but is much less pronounced. A Moderate danger exists for triggering a fresh wind drift at the upper elevations affected by the northeasterly winds.

Keep in mind:

- If you are leaving the ski area through an exit gate, you are entering the backcountry and likely stepping into a CONSIDERABLE avalanche danger.

- Previous tracks on a slope are zero indication of stability. (Notice the tracks on the slope adjacent to the site of Friday's accident in Dutch Draw.)

- If you are skiing or riding alone, you have no margin of safety with no one to perform a rescue.