NORTH CASCADE HELI

25 CM of fresh fell in the alpine on Thursday night into Friday AM. Here’s some lucky folks who got to take advantage of it.

Well post some pics from today later.

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This just in from Larry Schick, the Grand Poobah of Pow at Ski Washington:

POWDER ALERT ( weather update)
5:24 pm

Hello Powder Hounds…

It’s spring skiing once again — at least for Saturday. Spring attire, with moderate layering and an outer windproof layer – my Outdoor Research jacket should do the trick. Don’t forget the shades and sunscreen – how about some screaming groomers over at Mission Ridge?

Sunday will see increasing snow with a SL of 3500ft. Expect some great quality, but not a ton of new snowfall, by late Sunday and Monday. Much cooler air with a 2000ft snow level and limited moisture will move in, by Monday morning with 2-6” of new powder.

There is a chance of more snow later in the week as there are indications of a more vigorous weather pattern toward the end of next week with low snow levels.

Nice work on this little gem, TGR- thanks for the laughs, although it sounded like Ken was laughing the hardest.

Can’t wait to see the blooper reel.

Thank to a few folks for their kind words about us recently. Always good to know we’re doing our jobs well and people are having a great time whether out in the heli or at the yurt. Or making a movie.

Here’s a great write up from Lowell Skoog, the lucky winner of the FOAC (Friends of the Northwest Avalanche Center) auction seat.

And a nice write up from some of the folks who got to help Bob D. celebrate his 40th birthday at the Barron Yurt. And, probably the most detailed trip report from the yurt ever- from Bob and Larina themselves.

And some kind words from the Jedi Master, Seth Morrison.

Here’s Sage’s take as well. Thanks for adding to the mellow vibe!

And Erik “Big Air” Roner’s perspective dropping some cliffs here in the North Cascades.

NCH guide Anne Keller and a delightful crew of gals came out for a heli-assisted ski tour last week, which included NCH classics like Diamonds, Larch and others in the Silverstar area. Thanks Hana, Vikki, Molly and Sara for coming out and earning some turns with NCH.

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The hight pressure lead to some great flying weather, beautiful views and some great skiing and riding on our north facing terrain. Thanks to Jason of JR Heli for doing some flying so even Seamus got out for some turns.

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Here’s a couple of shots from the group lucky enough to get out for a heli assisted tour yesterday. Sunny skies and great snow…

NCH Guide Larry and Bo soak up the sun on the uptrack

Henry looks happy not to be at work!

Big things are going down in the N. Cascades today as the TGR crew of Seth Morrison, Sage Cattabriga-Alosa and Erik Roner get the perfect mix of blue skies and great snow. More news at 11.

Sage Cattabriga Alosa, Seth Morrison, Erick Roner and Josh Nielsen of TGR under bluebird skies

Seth Morrison throws a Lincoln Roll

And here’s a link to Erik’s morning action: http://www.tetongravity.com/live-from-the-field/

The North Cascades are still hanging in there in spite of El Nino’s best efforts. 12-14″ of fluff was had over the weekend- with some deeper sections in spots. Consistent conditions and groups wanting to get after it made for many turns and super fast skiing and riding. The North Cascades are still delivering the goods this season. Come get some.

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The TGR crew has been out filming this week in the “Alps of America”.  

Here Sage Cattabriga-Alosa contemplates a line

More pictures on the way….