Conditions Report: Sunny Times
Spring is playing out really nice in Golden BC. We’re going to get a small blast of snow and then the blue sky will come out again. The coverage is excellent this year and it’s a good time to come play.
How It’s Been.
Last week was almost pure sun every day. There was some amazing riding and exploring.
Awesome blue sky and powder. Photo VP Fuels
Dangling on the shadow line. @sledbiglines
Breaking in to Holt Creek after the last snow storm. @sledbiglines
Weather
Looks like about half a foot and then sunny again for the weekend.
Avalanche
Please stay tuned to avalanche.ca for the most up to date avalanche forecasts.
screen shot of conditions for the Purcell mountains on March 15, 2018 from Avalanche.ca
If you see any avalanche action going on, use the Mountain Information Network to share your photos and information.
http://www.avalanche.ca/mountain-information-network
Events
Are you booked in for the Riley Suhan Invitational? Relay-style all mountain race on April 7 in Quartz Creek.
Riley Suhan. Photo @sledBiglines
GT OR DIE: Great news! We’ve announced Saturday April 14th as the date for this year’s GT or DIE races! It’s going to be a good time and there’s expanded events for kids during the early part of the day.
GT or Die gathering is on April 14th.
Road Safety
Using a VHF radio on active logging roads is an essential part of having a safe day. Please watch our road safety video to learn more.
Economic Impact Study
Don’t be surprised if you are asked to fill out a survey at one of our trail heads. We are conducting an Economic Impact Study this winter. We’re hopeful the results of this study will help us get more funding to continue to make snowmobiling infrastructure better. Thank you for your patience.
Economic Impact Study questions being asked in all 3 managed areas. Photo @sledbigilnes
Quartz Creek
Quartz has seen heavy traffic but is still giving up a few powder stashes. Firewood has been re-stocked. The new stove we put in the cabin is not functioning as well as we hoped. Keep the door closed to preserve heat.
**Please note that logging operations have started in Quartz up to the first gate (approx 3km). Right now there are preparation crews on site. Riders need to stay off the road and on the trail on the side. This is critical. There will not be much traffic until early March. We will have to share access to Quartz with the loggers this spring.
Gorman Lake
The road to Gorman has been graded but could still be icy, please proceed with caution. The riding is good in spots less travelled.
A lot of people have been hitting Gorman lately so please park efficiently.
Silent Pass
The road to Silent is significantly improved with some grader service on Feb 15. We’re still parking at the 21 km but now it’s easier to get there.
