Northwest Daily Snow
By Larry Schick, Forecaster Posted 4 years ago April 8, 2020
What is a powder day? ...and more
Summary
We'll get through this and renew the fun next season. In the meantime: "Stay home, stay healthy" PLEASE DO YOUR PART AND DO NOT PROCEED INTO THE BACKCOUNTRY. - All DNR, NPS, other parks, NFS land closed -All NW ski areas are closed for the season -- no uphill travel, no avalanche control. Respect ski area closures. -NW Avalanche Center: As of March 24th, NWAC has suspended backcountry avalanche forecasting until further notice. Check the website for details and updates. (www.nwac.us). - “Stay at home ” order in effect – no backcountry, no AT skiing, no looking around, no snowshoeing, no x-country skiing, etc. Besides social distancing protocols, the main issue is; if there is a problem (like a rescue or assistance), valuable medical and SAR resources cannot be reallocated. They are needed for the Covid-19 fight. Please respect our medical and emergency workers – they are giving their all for you – as they always do. Here is the problem with backcountry recreation: https://www.outsideonline.com/2411094/backcountry-accidents-coronavirus-colorado Thanks! Please stay healthy and follow official health guidelines.
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