Backcountry Ski/Snowboard - Snoqualmie Summit Central

Silver Fir Parking Lot (47.4005211052, -121.406929388) -- Exit 53 of I-90, then left   9:15 AM

For carpooling, please use this tool

http://www.groupcarpool.com/t/ih40oa

We will use the lift system and progressively explore more challenging runs. 

You must buy a lift ticket or have a season's pass.

 We will start out on the blue runs on the Silver Fir chair, progressing to more challenging black runs.   If conditions are favorable we will sample some of the tree skiing and possibly tour a little.

I'll provide some coaching along the way to help you improve your steep skiing confidence if you request it.    I can demonstrate and we can practice ski pole self arrest if desired.

Even though we will be skiing at a lift served area -- please come equipped for backcountry touring.   I expect we will make some runs outside the defined runs and may also skin up above.   Also skiing with your pack on lift served runs helps developed proper balance for backcountry skiing . 

Note:  A Winter Storm Warning, Extreme Avalanche Forecast from NWAC, Freezing Rain or "Chains Required" on the highway will cancel the trip.    

Additional Info:

My Touring Tips
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1ORz50-KICoi6mhjK2LsNFTqCrf3MpxuCYJsxm61dZ0k/edit?usp=sharing

My day touring ski pack contents:
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1tZvHTlJXqYwxn0sF7adqf5SWEqIXgFY5ELi-nQjfjfg/edit?usp=sharing

My Driving Tips:
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1zJFjWZQ5HXp8UE5pIgKP3ZwursgV_TmkaBGMWRYwN_s/edit?usp=sharing

My Carpooling Tips:
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1rw46O5vpvOYh6Ouo5kDIk0ENAtunc4ZdGw6oYKZAvSM/edit?usp=sharing