[NMCCSC] Backcountry ‘Skin’ Tours – Jan 4 & 5

[Vicky Kauffman]

Hi all,
Liz McGrath and I did a short ski at Oak Flats this afternoon. It was
lovely in the trees but it certainly needs more snow since it's already
melting and rocks were exposed.

here's Liz at the end with the beautiful sunshine.
Vicky Kauffman

On Mon, Jan 3, 2022, 9:06 AM B via NMCCSCeGroup <
nmccscegroup at mailman.swcp.com> wrote:

> Backcountry ‘Skin’ Tours – Jan 4 & 5
> Come for one day or both. These tours are appropriate for those willing to
> climb for the sake of seeking out powder descents.
> Tuesday, Jan 4: Skin tour of Brazos Cones [only in consideration if US64
> is open] or more likely, lapping the ridge to the east of Neff Mtn., a
> few miles past Cumbress Pass. Each climb and descent of the ridge will mean
> about 500’ of climbing. Depending on group energy and snow conditions, will
> be doing a few laps. Expect total climbing to be in the 1000’-1500’ range.
> In addition to climbing skins and sufficiently wide skis to enjoy the
> descents, an avalanche transceiver, probe and shovel are required, even
> though we will be seeking out slopes less than 30-deg.
> Wednesday, Jan 5: Skin tour of Wolf Creek Pass. Total elevation gain will
> be in the 1500’-3000’ range. Must be comfortable skiing powder in tight
> trees. A avy beacon, shovel and probe required, along with the knowledge of
> how to use these essential tools. An option, which I will NOT be leading,
> is to ascend the low-angle service road to the Lobo Overlook, as a
> kick-n-glide tour. There might be a car shuttle to allow us more
> descending. Exact route TB D, pending avy conditions and group consensus,
> but will start by lapping the slopes below Lobo Overlook.
> Lodging: Tues and Wed nights at the Best Western in Monte Vista... or
> whatever lodging plans you can come up with.
> Rendezvous: Tuesday – Skiing off from the car at 10:30 am, by driving off
> from Albuquerque at 7:00 am. Wednesday - 9:00 am, Lobo Overlook Parking
> Lot, to either setup the shuttle or skinning away from the car.
> Important COVID Prerequisites - Only those fully vaccinated and willing
> to mask when in close proximity! And please stay home if you are
> experiencing any COVID symptoms.
> Send a DM to confirm and/or for more information.
> Happy New Year!
> Barry Ritchey
> barryxwind AT msn DOT com
> Five 05 238-812 Three
>
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