Regardless of the status of the potential avalanche hazard, we strongly recommend checking the weather forecast before any backcountry trip. Mostly stable snow exists in the backcountry and avalanches are unlikely except in isolated pockets on steep snow-covered open slopes and gullies. Backcountry travel is generally safe. Areas of unstable snow exist in the backcountry and avalanches are possible on steep snow-covered open slopes and gullies. Backcountry users should use caution .
Natural avalanches are possible, while human triggered avalanches are probable.
Backcountry travelers should be very cautious in steeper terrain. Be aware of potentially dangerous areas of unstable snow. Unstable snow exists in the backcountry. Avalanches are likely on a variety of aspects and slope angles. Safest travel is on windward ridges of lower angle slopes without steeper terrain above.