Huntington Ravine has LOW and MODERATE avalanche danger. The Escape Hatch, South Gully, Damnation, and North Gully have Low avalanche danger. Natural avalanches are very unlikely and human triggered avalanches are unlikely except in isolated pockets. Normal caution is advised. O'dells, Pinnacle, Central, and Yale gully have Moderate avalanche danger. Natural avalanches are unlikely and human triggered avalanches are possible. Unstable slabs are possible on steep terrain. Use caution in steep terrain.

The summit received less than 2.5 cm (1 in) of new snow in the last 24 hours. The thing to take note of were the winds. They moved around to the WNW late yesterday and picked up, averaging 65 kph(40 mph). In the early morning hours they moved around to the West. These winds have moved around the light density snow that fell yesterday, especially onto lee slopes. It is currently snowing lightly. Snow is in the forecast for this morning. It is expected to dissipate as a low pressure system moves through. On the coat tails of this low another arctic blast is coming our way. Winds will move around to the NW, intensify and temperatures will plummet. This artic air is expected to stick around the remainder of the week.

The John Sherburne ski trail has variable conditions. Expect a blanket of snow hiding areas of water ice, some blowouts, abrupt water bars and open holes. There are a few new areas of water ice which have appeared on the trail today. Be prepared for sudden changes in the trail.

THE LION HEAD WINTER ROUTE IS OPEN. This is a steep and challenging route. Ice axe, crampons, and the skill to use them well are necessary for safe travel. Remember, it is always easier to go up than come down.

AS ALWAYS, THIS ADVISORY IS ONE MORE TOOL TO HELP YOU MAKE YOUR OWN DECISIONS IN AVALANCHE TERRAIN. It should be used along with your own snow stability assessments, knowledge of safe travel techniques, skill in reading mountain weather's effect on the snowpack, and avalanche rescue.