Current Conditions - 2007/2008

April 21, 2008
Thanks to 63 cm of new snow and cold temperatures skiing was exceptional last week. Much improved stability allowed us to ski  Red FernRridge, Express, Wolverine and Bufferzone.

March 30, 2008
A series of small spring squalls blew through this week keeping temps low for this time of year and steadily dumping small amounts of snow. Skiing was still excellent with the cloud and cool temps preserving dry powder!  Total new snowfall for the week was 47 cm and the total snowpack depth is at 270 cm.  Average minimum temp for the week was -13 degrees Celsius, average max temp was -4.

March 17, 2008
Thanks to 42 cm of new snow last week skiing conditions at Powder Creek remained excellent. What wasn't so good is we had to deal  with two very reactive surface hoar layers (Feb 24 and Mar 8), that limited our choice of terrain. Hopefully these layers will gain strength soon. Total snow pack at the lodge is 268 cm.

March 2, 2008,
Thanks to 35 cm of new snow over the last few days skiing has been very good at Powder. Total snowpack is now 240 cm.

Feb. 18, 2008
Finally we saw the sun towards the end of the week after another 85 cm of new snow over the past 7 days. Total snowpack is 265 cm.

February 10, 2008
Partially clear skies and moderate temps allowed for big tours at the beginning of the week.  The latter half of  the week Powder was hit by a series of storms that dropped an amazing 103 cm of  dry snow - trail breaking and skiing were epic!  Average max temp for the week was -10 degrees Celsius, average min temp was - 12.  The total snowpack is now  257 cm and coverage is excellent.

Feb. 4, 2008
Fantastic skiing on all aspects thanks to cold temperatures and 99 cm of new snow over the last week. Total snowpack at 227 cm.

Jan. 20, 2008
We received 32 cm of new snow last week along with warmer temperatures and some winds later in the week. Today we have returned to sunshine and cold temperatures. Total snowpack at the lodge is 200 cm.

Jan. 6, 2008
Wow, what a way to start the new year at Powder Creek. Thanks to 130 cm of new snow that fell during the last week, we had to bundle up to keep all that cold snow out of our faces. For some skiers these were the first face-shots of their lives!
Total snowpack at the lodge is 220 cm,way more up high...

Jan. 1,  2008
Thanks to 73 cm of new snow, cold temperatures and no wind at all last week, we enjoyed some mighty fine skiing. Total snowpack at the lodge is 197 cm.

Dec. 10 - 15, 2007
Storms early in the week deposited another 36 cm of snow across the early and later parts of the week. Flurries at the end of the week brought 5 cm more of goose down, bringing the total snowpack up to 170 cm now. Skiing was excellent all week and much of the terrain is already well covered.

November 26, 2007:
Winter is back at Powder Creek. Last week we enjoyed some fabulous early season skiing thanks to our 100 cm snowbase at lodge elevation. More snow is arriving!

Ramune enjoying some early season turns

2006/2007 Snow Report Archive

April 16, 2007
A great season ended with 51 cm of new snow during our last week at Powder Creek. No doubt, last Wednesday and Thursday skiing powder under a blue sky were the highlights of the week. Still snowing up there...

March 31, 2007
A week of blue skies and sunshine and great spring touring conditions ended Sunday with 20 cm of new snow. Average high temperature for the week was +8c, average low temperature was -8c. Total snowpack is 302 cm.

March 18, 2007
Mixed conditions this week. Started out with a nasty rain crust on Monday that got buried over the week by 73 cm of new snow. Temperatures went from -18 C early in the week,  to above freezing when we flew out March 18. More snow and cooler temps are around the corner. Total snow pack 290 cm.

March 12, 2007
YIKES. A week of great skiing came to a brutal end when the "Pineapple Express" hit us on Sunday. Before the rain hit we received 30 cm of new snow overnight.The cold front is moving through right now,keeping our fingers crossed it will come with some snow...

Feb. 25, 2007
We received 60 cm of new snow last week. Unfortunately most of this came in with horrendous winds early in the week  which caused snow stability to go down the drain. The healing process started later in the week and  we were able to ski some fine lines. Total snow pack is now 270 cm (9 ft).

Feb. 12, 2007
Despite only 13 cm of new snow last week, it was another great week at Powder Creek. Last weeks guided group did first guided descents on  Hidden Bowl from the ridge, skied a huge run in East Campbell they called "R  factor" and did a tour around Mt. Freya where they skied a few couloirs into  Campbell. Amazing that after skiing here for 11 years now we are still exploring new ski descents. Total snow pack is 228 cm.

Jan. 28, 2007
At the beginning of last week we had 41 cm of new snow, then it warmed up and snow stability went down the drain. Cooler temperatures returned and snow quality was great again with lots of sunshine. Total snowpack is 231 cm.

Jan. 21, 2007
The week started out cold and sunny before finishing off with a couple of days of new snow. The excellant traveling conditions allowed us to tour to the Attic via Skylight and to circumnavigate Mt Freya via Little Joe Lakes and Campbell Creek. Total new snow for the week was 43 cm and total snowpack is now 242 cm.

Jan. 13, 2007
A series of big storms blew through the area bringing piles of new snow to Powder Creek, a whopping total of 107 cm! Total snowpack is now at 250 cm, the highest we've seen at this time of year since we've been operating. The greatest snowfall was on Jan. 6th when 30 cm fell. Average max temps for this period were -6.5 degrees Celsius, and average minimum temps were -12.

Jan 1, 2007
We reached a 200 cm snow pack by Christmas day - the last time this happened was in 1998. Today the settled snow pack is 194 cm and more snow is on the way tomorrow.  We've already been to the North Face, the Attic, Visa, and Campbell Soup - the coverage  is excellent and the traveling has been very good.  A Happy New Year indeed!

Dec. 6, 2006
Wow, what an amazing start for the 2007 season!!!  Big early season storms have barraged us with piles of powder; on a  trip to the  lodge Dec. 1 - 5 we shoveled for 3 days to clear roofs and decks. Coverage is excellent and the snowpack is looking great.  The total snowpack is  already at 180 cm (6 ft), more like a mid-season depth.

Here is the view out the door prior to shoveling the deck

2005/2006 Snow Report Archive

April 16, 2006
Our season ended with some of the best skiing of this winter thanks to 118 cm of new snow over the last four days and cooling temperatures. Total snow pack at the lodge is 302 cm now, what a shame to close the door right now...

March 26, 2006
This week as spring officially broke the weather followed suit after many weeks of fairly steady snowfall.  Little snow fell this week, a total of  11cm, and warm daytime temps and sunny skies made for great  spring touring.  The average minimum temp for the week was -9.8 degrees Celsius, and the average max temp was +4.  The total snowpack at the lodge elevation 2164 m or 7100 ft, is 238 cm.

March 19, 2007
We received 52 cm of goose down light snow this week.  Settled base is 258 cm.  The skiing is excellent! 

March 12, 2006
Started the week off with three days of continuous snowfall and 85 cm of new snow. Ended with crystal clear and cold sunny days and a base of 256 cm.  A dream week of truly unbelievable powder skiing!

March 5, 2006
Wow, what a great snow season it's being!  Storms continued throughout this week dropping a whopping 73 cm (29") of new snow.  Light snow and more moderate temperatures led to lots of healthy snow settlement, so the total snowpack at the end of the week was 235 cm. Average minimum temperatures for the week were -9 degrees Celsius, and average max temps were - 3.

February 26, 2006
A couple dry, cool days with stable snow conditions at the beginning of the week let us explore and even try out a new route this week. Storms hit later in the week, bringing 56 cm (22") of new snow and excellent powder conditions. The total snowpack at the end of the week was 226 cm (7 1/2ft).  Average minimum temperatures for the week were -14 degrees Celsius, and average max temps were - 7.

February 20, 2006
At the start of last week we got 15 cm of new snow and then the sun came out and the cold arctic air arrived .It was a great week for long tours finding good snow in all those hidden places. Total snowpack at the lodge is now 203 cm.

February 5, 2006
Wow, another big snowfall week! 108 cm fell  across the week, most of it in the first three days. Temps stayed nice and cool with average max - 4 degrees Celsius and min - 8, so snow quality stayed excellent. The snowpack is at an ample 225 cm.

January 22, 2006
Wow, there must have been some good snow dancing going on because the snow and skiing have been amazing!  A steady series of small systems moved through the area last week bringing a total of 73 cm (29") of new champagne powder, and the total snowpack to 211 cm. (83").  Temperatures were cool and stable throughout the week with averages of - 11 degrees Celsius minimum, and -5 degrees maximum.  The skiing has been amazing, and with the long range forecast predicting more snow and stable cool weather, it will stay that way.  

January 16, 2006
We have had a week of snow, more snow and great skiing conditions. We received a total of 122 cm  of new snow this past week. Total snowpack is now 204 cm.

January 8, 2006
A series of systems moved through the area last week depositing a total of 65 cm of fresh powder. Temperatures remained  below freezing and the sun made occasional appearances giving us a lot of  great skiing for the week. Snow is continuing to fall and more is predicted for this week. Total snowpack is 160 cm.

December 29, 2005
Christmas Eve it rained at the lodge, consolidating the snow pack for a good base.  Following the rain came 43 cm of new snow and cold temperatures, making for fantastic skiing.  At this time at the lodge the total snowpack is 138 cm with several storm fronts on the way.

December 11, 2005
A series of small storms over the last couple of weeks have steadily added to the snowpack, although with good stabilizing settling occurring not much net gain was made.  The total snowpack at the start of the week was 97 cm (38"), then a nice dump of 27 cm (10 1/2") of light powder at the start of the week added to that. After the storm passed through, temperatures dipped to a nippy - 22 Celsius overnight for a few days.  The accompanying clear skies gave beautiful sunsets and great views of the growing moon, and skiing was excellent on the silky new powder on top of a good base. Total snowpack by the end of the week had settled out to 112 cm (44"). Next snow update will be sometime around Dec. 28th.  We're looking forward to a great Christmas trip into the lodge with friends, and wishing everyone all the best of the season!

November 29, 2005
The snowpack at Powder Creek is looking great so far and the early season skiing has been SUPER! A big storm blew in for the Remembrance Day long weekend and dumped over 70 cm (2 ft) of light, dry powder on top of a dense 50 cm base. The snowpack after the storm was 110 cm (3 1/2 ft), which settled out to 90 cm (3 ft) by Nov 18th.  With this great early season snowpack, coverage is excellent and much of our terrain is already skiable. Another series of snowy storms has been blowing through the region starting last weekend, dumping lots of new snow in the mountains.  More is forecast to be on the way over the next week.  We head into the lodge next week to check on things, so stay tuned for our next snow update sometime around Dec. 10th. More Powder to the people!

2004/2005 Snow Report Archive

April 10, 2005
Typical April conditions at Powder Creek last  week, we had 20 cm of new snow, sunshine and very warm temperatures, and then another 20 cm of snow to go straight back to winter. Total snow pack at the  lodge 256 cm.

March 29, 2005
Finally winter is back at Powder Creek. In the last 10 days we received 114 cm. of new snow, to bring our total snow pack to 265 cm. The skiing  has been fantastic. More snow to come in the next few days.

March 13, 2005
We try to be as honest as we can, so let's face it, it wasn't great powder skiing last week. Very warm temperatures, even rain on Tuesday, sent skiing conditions down the drain. After that we got corn snow on south and west aspects, and we even got 10 cm of snow over the week to improve things. Traveling conditions were great, skiing conditions not. Snowpack at the lodge 181 cm. Let's hope the weatherman is right about snow mid week and colder temps.

Feb. 27, 2005
The last 2 weeks we have had nothing but blue skies over Powder Creek. Except for south facing slopes, the snow quality remained excellent and the skiing has been great. Last weeks group from Seattle (including 75 year old Dick Eitel) made it all the way to the Baldr coll.Today it is starting to snow again. Total snowpack 193 cm.

February 14, 2005
Carol reports amazing skiing this last week. Blue skies and cool temperatures. In the last 2 days we received another 29 cm. of new snow, ,just in time for the new group that flew in Sunday. Total snowpack 210 cm.

February 7, 2005
During the last few days we received 49 cm of much needed snow.Skiing is fantastic these days under blue skies and cold temperatures.
Total snowpack 209 cm at 7100 ft.

January 30, 2005
Cooler overnight temperatures and warm sunny days at the beginning of the week helped stabilize the snowpack and created some great corn skiing (in January!) on south aspects.  Further cooling later in the week accompanied by some new snow made for great travel and improved skiing conditions.  The average maximum temperature for the week was +2 degrees Celsius, the average minimum was -3 degrees. Total snowfall for the week was 21 cm. The total snowpack is 180 cm.  The weather office is predicting more new snow for the end of next week.

January 23, 2005
Two weeks of frigid temperatures came to an abrupt end this week as a pineapple express chugged through the area in a big way, bringing warm temps and lots of precipitation.  At the beginning of the week it started with wet snow, and towards the end of the week it turned to rain and it rained all the way to ridgetops, causing numerous avalanches on all aspects.  The average maximum temperature for the week was 0 degrees Celsius, the average minimum was -6 degrees. Total snowfall for the week was 75 cm. The total snowpack is 185 cm.

Jan. 15, 2005
The week was clear, sunny and cool with most of the new snow arriving overnight. Total snowfall was 27 cm. Average max temp for the week was -11.7C. Average min temp was -23.1C.

Jan. 8, 2005
Total snowfall 12 cm. Average max temp for the week was -8.3C. Average min temp was -17.7C.

Jan. 4, 2005
Champagne Powder is the only way to describe snow conditions last week. We received 31 cm at the beginning of the week, and then the sun came out and it got cold. Excellent skiing on all aspects and at all elevations. Total snowpack is 153 cm.

Dec. 27, 2004
The Christmas week at Powder Creek was a real treat!  Lots of good powder skiing through the first part of the week with only the occasional bits of crust on south aspects and lower down, then new powder snow followed by clear skies and full moonlit nights for Boxing Day.  New snowfalls for the week totaled  29 cm, and the total snowpack is now 150 cm.  Average minimum temperatures for the week were -11.1 degrees Celsius, and average maximum temperatures were -5.4 degrees.

Dec. 15, 2000
A series of storms brought us quite a bit of new snow over the last week.  We now have an excellent, well consolidated 148 cm base with 10 cm of light powder on top and more snow on the way.

Dec. 3, 2004
Several snowstorms over the  last couple of weeks have formed a base of 120 cm at our  lodge. We have been out skiing and conditions are excellent.  Forecast calls for more snow over the next several days.

 2003/2004 Snow Report Archive

April 12,  2004
Four days of corn skiing and three days of powder skiing sums  up last week at Powder Creek. Mid week we received 34 cm of new snow to bring our snowpack to 215 cm. Average min/max temps -5 and +11 degree Celsius.

April 5 2004
It was a warm week at Powder Creek, average max .temp  10 degree Celsius. Good thing it froze over night, so we had corn snow on South aspects. North facing slopes had powder above 7000 ft .Wednesday we woke up to a surprise 25 cm of new snow, and that was all the snow we got for the week. Total snowpack down to 230 cm.

March 21 2004
Last week we got the much needed snow that missed a lot of other operations just south of us. We received a total of 61 cm of new snow to bring our total snowpack to 240cm. Average min/max -8 C and +2C. Carol,who was taking care of things for us this week, described skiing as "creamy"and "silky", I guess it was good. Once again "Happy Valley" was a very happy place to be.

March 15, 2004
Well, it was quite the week at Powder Creek. Sunday we had heavy snow. Monday it got very warm (11 degree C) and we went through a  significant avalanche cycle. Tuesday very warm again and hideous skiing conditions. Wednesday and Thursday it got cold over night so we had corn snow  skiing in early March! Friday it snowed all day, and than by Saturday we were skiing powder under a blue sky.
Average min/max temps -7C and +5C. Total snowfall for the week 50 cm. Our base is now 231 cm.

March 7, 2004
A series of big, blustery winter storms hit this area at the end of this week, blanketing Powder Creek with multiple waves of new  snow and widely varying temperatures.  Over 63 cm of new snow was recorded for  the week, most of that falling within 48 hours, bringing the total snowpack to  228 cm.  The highest snowfall occurred on March 6 when we received 33 cm.  The  storms continued through the following Monday (March 8), with total storm snowfall measuring in at over 80 cm.  The average minimum temperature for the  period was - 11 degrees Celsius, the average maximum was 0 degrees. 

Feb. 22 - 29, 2004
Blue skies and warm weather prevailed most of this week, with a couple small storms moving through bringing a little fresh powder.  New snowfalls for the week totaled  33.5 cm, and the total snowpack is now 196 cm.  Average minimum temperatures for the week were -11.4 degrees Celcius, and average maximum temperatures were +5.6 degrees.

Feb.22; 2004
Last week we received 20 cm of much needed new snow to bring our total snow pack up to 192 cm. Best skiing in the "Enchanted Forest "and the "Attic". Saturday's sunshine allowed us to visit "Little Joe Lake".

Feb 15, 2004
;Lots and lots of sunshine made for excellent ski touring last week. Only 8  cm. of new snow for this week and seasonal temperatures. Total snow pack 187 cm

Feb 8, 2004
After last weeks big snow event things settled down at Powder Creek. We received only 10 cm of new snow for the whole week, so our total  snow pack is back down to 202 cm. Seasonal temperatures around -15 degree Celsius overnight and day time highs around -5 degree Celsius.

February 1, 2004
Great galloping storms, what an epic week for snowfall!. This week's  tag team series of heavily-laden storms brought prodigious amounts of thigh deep powder to the area.  Lots of figure 11's and  great uptrack maintenance had by all! The total new snow for the week was 164  cm, with the highest snowfall of 43 cm of plentiful powder falling on Jan. 30. The total snowpack is now 227 cm.  Moderate temperatures at the beginning of the week warmed up with one of the mid-week storms, but we avoided the  above-freezing conditions experienced in other areas. Bluebird skies and cooler temps the last day of the week were most welcome.  The average minimum  temperature for the week was -12 degrees Celsius, the average maximum was -5. 

Jan. 26, 2004
During the last couple of days we received 45 cm. of new snow to bring our total snowpack to 180 cm. Average minimum temperature for the week was -10 degrees Celsius, and the average maximum was - 3 Celsius. .Last weeks guided group made it into the "Attic" and  skied numerous runs on the "North Face"

Jan. 12, 2004
Cold, dry weather bought us a total of 14 cm. of new snow over the past week. Snowpack is now 152 cm.  Average minimum temperature for the week was -20 degrees Celsius, and the average maximum was - 10 Celsius. Minimum temperature for the week was -30.1 Celsius. Skiing was great with good visibility and a stable snowpack, allowing us to explore many new areas and make several first descents including a 2400 vertical foot run into Campbell Creek that has been named VISA and several new lines in the Attic.

Dec. 28, 2003
For our Christmas week Santa surprised us with 69 cm. of new snow. Skiing was being described as "sick". Total snowpack is now 175 cm. 

Dec. 14, 2003
A series of systems passed through the area over the last several weeks bringing an abundance of snow and early season conditions are better than they have been for a number of years.
Total snowpack is now 163 cm.  Last week we received a total of 50 cm. of new snow. Average minimum temperature for the week was   -15 degrees Celsius, and the average maximum was - 7 C.. 

 2002/2003 Snow Report Archive

April 13 2003
Mixed conditions for our last week of this season. Powder skiing early in the week gave way to heavy snow later in the week thanks to above average temperatures. Last weeks group was the only group to  make it into Happy Valley this season. Average max temp 8 degree Celsius, average  min temp -6 degree Celsius. Total snowpack 264 cm

April 6 2003
The best skiing of the season last week thanks to 126 cm. of new snow and cold enough temperatures to keep the snow dry. Average max temp 6 degree Celsius, average min temp -9 degree Celsius. Total snowpack 282 cm.

March 30, 2003
Last week we received 67 cm. of new snow. On Sunday the snow quality suffered a severe blow,as it rained at lodge elevation (7100 ft). Total snowpack  is 255 cm. The good news is there is snow in the forecast with colder temperatures.

March 23, 2003
Several small systems over the course of the week brought small snow accumulations.  A larger storm blew in to the area on Saturday bringing lots of  snow and rising temperatures.  Average minimum temperatures for the week were  -12 degrees Celsius, and the average maximum was - 3.5.  Total new snowfall for the week was 59 cm, and the total snowpack is now 258 cm. 

March 17 2003
Last week we received 171 cm. of new snow at the Lodge. Around midweek the warm rain reached as far as Mosquito Lake, but never reached our lodge  elevation. Total snowpack is now 252 cm.

March 2 - 9, 2003
This week winter came back with a vengeance bringing cold weather and lots of snow.  A total of 86 cm of new snow fell this week, with the highest 24 hr  snowfall of 19 cm falling mid week.  The average maximum temperature for the  period was - 8 degrees Celsius, and the average minimum was - 13 degrees.  The  total snowpack is now 190 cm.

Feb. 24, 2003
Last week we received 64 cm. of new snow which provided the best powder  skiing of this season. Besides all our regular ski runs we saw the first desents  of "Homesick" and "Huckelberry Trees".  Total snowpack is 171 cm at the lodge.

Feb. 3, 2003
Twice last week most of our ski terrain escaped the rain that hit most ski operations in B.C. Skiing above 7000 ft was excellent thanks to over 40 cm. of new snow over this time period. Well above normal temperatures, average min. temp. -5 C, average max. temp -2 C .Total snowpack 158 cm.

January 26, 2003
Clear skies and warm temperatures at the beginning of the week gave way to a series of small storms later on.  A total of 47 cm of new snow fell over the course of the week, with the biggest 24 hr snowfall of 15 cm falling on Jan. 23rd.  Average maximum daily temperatures for the period were - 3.8 degrees  Celsius, and the average minimum was - 7.9. The total snowpack is now 149  cm.

Jan. 20, 2003
At the start of last week we got 21 cm. of new snow and then the sun came out.The temperatures stayed cool enough to make for great skiing on most aspects. The sun allowed for long tours to the "North Face" and "The Attic". At the lodge we now have 130 cm. of snow, in the alpine 200cm.

Jan. 5, 2003
We received 70 cm. of new snow last week and our snowpack now is 150 cm. at the lodge. Average minimum temperature was -10 degrees Celsius, average maximum temperature was - 5 degrees Celsius.

Dec 27,  2002
The forecast has proven to be correct and it has been snowing steady for the last 3 days.

Dec 24,  2002
Several snowstorms over the last couple of weeks have formed a base  of 120 cm at our lodge. We have been out skiing and conditions are excellent.  Forecast calls for more snow over the next several days.

Nov. 17, 2002
Several storms over the last week have build a 73 cm base at the lodge. This amount of snow allowed us to ski parts of the Sugarbowl, the Backdoor and even a run down Who Peak. Seasonable temperatures just below freezing.

 2001/2002 Snow Report Archive

April 28, 2002
Weather over the week was a mixed bag of clear skies and spring storms. 19 cm of new snow fell over the course of the week. Average maximum temperatures for the period were + 5 degrees Celsius, the average minimum was - 9. The total snowpack is now 288 cm.

April 13, 2002
Mixed conditions from suncrusts to wet snow to powder skiing could be found over the last two weeks at Powder Creek. Let's face it, it's April.
Average min/max temperatures were -8 degree Celsius and +6 degree Celsius. Total snowfall over this period was 52 cm. Snowpack is now 285 cm.

March 31, 2002
A sudden heatwave early this week formed a thick temperature crust on all aspects below 7500 ft. From midweek on we received 49 cm. of much needed snow. Total snowpack now at 288 cm. Average min/max temperatures were -9 and +5 Celsius.

March 24, 2002
A total of 21 cm of new snow fell over the course of the week.  Average minimum temperatures for the period were -16 degrees Celsius, and the average maximum was -2.  The total snowpack is now 275 cm.

March 17, 2002
Yet another 103 cm. of new snow arived at Powder Creek last week, the biggest dump on March 12 with 27 cm. Total snowpack is now 293 cm. Average maximum and minimum temperatures were -1 C and -11 C. Happy Valley was very happy we understand.

March 10, 2002
Storms at the beginning of the week dropped 50 cm of fine, dry powder. The highest 24hr snowfall was 29 cm on March 5th. A high pressure system parked over the area mid week bringing very cold temperatures with it. Average minimum weekly temperatures were a chilly - 20 degrees Celsius, and the average maximum was - 6. On a couple of nights the temperature dipped to a frigid - 27 degrees. The total snowpack is now 265 cm, with more snow forecast to be on the way for the beginning of next week.

February 24, 2002
Warm temperatures at the beginning of the week, heavy snow on Friday, serious trailbreaking on Saturday and then it got cold and sunny. 92 cm. of new snow this week. Average maximum temperature was 0 C, Average  minimum temperature was -11 C. Total snowpack at 272 cm.

February 17, 2002
A series of small storms brought 42 cm of new snow over the course of the week. Clear skies and warm temperatures at the end of the week made for glorious bluebird spring-like skiing conditions. Average maximum temperature for the period was +1 degree Celsius, and the average minimum was - 11.9. Total snowpack is now 232 cm.

Feb. 9, 2002
84 cm of new snow fell over the course of the week. Highest snowfall was 38 cm. on Feb 7.  Average maximum temperature for this period was -2 degrees Celsius, and the average minimum was  -11degrees Celsius. The total depth is now 253 cm. The weeks hutkeeper (Bruce) said it was high quality snow, best week of skiing he has had up there.

Feb. 3, 2002
50 cm of new snow fell over the course of the week. Average maximum temperatures for this period were -11 degrees Celsius, and the average minimum was a chilly -18. Lots of settling occurred in the snowpack; the total depth is now 223 cm.

January 27, 2002
A series of small storms throughout the beginning of the week brought daily accumulations of light, dry snow. Near the end of the week a huge storm blew in and doused the area with a very generous helping of powder. On Jan. 23 we received 31 cm in one 24hr period, and nearly the same over the next two days. Total snow accumulations for the week were an awesome 124 cm. Average maximum temperatures for the period were -8.6 degrees Celsius, and the average minimum was -12.9. Total snowpack is now 242 cm.

Jan. 20, 2002
A period of warm weather two weeks ago was followed by a cooling trend and new, light snow. The past week saw cool, sunny days and ended with yet another storm arriving late Saturday. Skiing was excellent and the group took advantage of the conditions by making long tours to all corners of our terrain. Total snowfall accumulation over the last 8 days was 40 cm. The average minimum temperature was -18 degrees Celsius and the average maximum temperature was -8 degrees Celsius .Total snowpack is now 207 cm.

Jan. 8, 2002
A long period of clear sunny days and cool moonlit nights lasted throughout most of the holiday season. The clear weather ended on Jan. 6 when a big 'Pineapple Express' chugged into the area bringing warm weather and lots of snow. Total new snow for the Jan. 1 - 8th period was 63 cm, with 48 cm of that falling within 48 hours Jan. 6 - 7. Average maximum temperatures for the period were -2 degrees Celsius, and the average minimum was -8. Total snowpack is now 203 cm (6 ½ ft+).

December 15, 2001
Small, continuous storms at the beginning of the week dropped an average of 5 - 7 cm of snow a day. At the end of the week a big storm blew in a dumped over 35 cm in 24 hours on Powder Creek. Skiing was incredible with over-the-shoulder waves of powder (and some seriously deep trail-breaking to go with it!). Average maximum temperatures for the period were -7 degrees Celsius, and the average minimum was -10. Total snowpack is now 182 cm.

November 28, 2001
A series of small storms over the last week brought 53 cm of new snow to the area.  The total snowpack at the lodge (7100' elevation) is now 112 cm, and 140 - 160 cm in the alpine.  Temperatures for the period ranged from 0 to -16 degrees Celsius.  The average maximum temperature for the week was -4 degrees, the average minimum was -9.  Snowpits we dug this week showed a dense, well-bonded lower snowpack with 15 - 20 cm of dry powder on top.  Skiing is excellent and much of our terrain is already skiable, even this early in the  season.

November 1, 2001
A series of winter storms over the last 4 weeks have created one of the best early-season snowpacks we have yet seen in Powder Creek. Early warm storms laid down a firm, stable base for the upcoming season. Recent cooler storms brought 30 cm of fresh powder on top of that, and last week we had some of the best early-season skiing we have experienced yet. The total snowpack is now at 79 cm and growing quickly. The Farmers' Almanac says it's supposed to be a big snow year, and it seems to be shaping up that way so far!

2000/2001 Snow Report Archive

April 2, 2001
Finally a somewhat more typical week at Powder Creek. It snowed 107 cm. Average max. temp -4 C. Average min. temp -10 C. Total snowpack at 197 cm.  Some of the finest powder skiing of this  season.

March 24, 2001
Storms near the beginning of the week brought 24 cm of new snow to the area. The total snowpack is 146 cm. Average maximum temperatures for the week were +3 degrees Celsius and the average minimum was -7.

March 14, 2001
Several storms over the last 11 days brought 48 cm. of new snow to the area. The highest 24-hour snowfall was 26 cm. on March 14th. The average minimum temperature for the period was -8 degrees Celsius, the average maximum was +3. Total snowpack is now 153 cm.

March  4, 2001
Storms mid week brought 36 cm of fresh snow and excellent powder skiing. The total snowpack is now at 141 cm. The average maximum temperature for the week was - 4 degrees Celsius, the average minimum was - 16.

February 18, 2001
Storms in the early part of this week brought cold temperatures and 33 cm of new snow. Clear skies and warm temperatures near the end of the week settled out the new snow and created some suncrust on the south aspects. The total snowpack is now 127 cm. The average maximum temperature for the week was -4 degress Celsius, the average minimum was a nippy -17.

February 4 - 11, 2001
39 cm of new snow fell this week, with the largest snowfall of 21 cm falling Feb. 5. Over the course of the week the new snow settled out well leaving the total snowpack at 125 cm. The average minimum temperature for the week was a cold -18 degrees Celsius, and the average maximum was -8.

January  28 - Feb. 1, 2001
The long dry spell that has been with us the last few weeks finally ended with a storm on Tuesday. The storm dumped 41 cm of dry powder over two days, with the highest 24-hr. snowfall of 26 cm on Jan. 31st. Total snowpack depth is now 120 cm. The average maximum temperature for the week was -3 degrees Celsius, and the average minimum was -12.

January 23, 2001
The drought continues. Only 4 cm. of new snow this last week. Total snowpack at 95 cm. Average min. temp -12 C, average max. temp -6 C. Lots of sunshine, the skiing is surprisingly good for the amount of snow we are having right now.

January 5, 2001
A long dry spell of weather finally ended last night with a storm bringing 20 cm of new snow to the area, bringing the total snowpack to 101 cm. Average minimum temperatures for last week were -8 degrees C, and average maximum temps were -5 degrees C. The moderate temperatures over the last few weeks have helped settle out the snowpack creating a firm base for the new snow. The deep lingering instabilities found throughout BC this year (see the Canadian Avalanche Association website at www.avalanche.ca/bulletin for a description) are also being found in Powder Creek. The group skiing in Powder Creek this week have not witnessed any avalanche activity although they have heard whumping. They are being cautious and skiing areas like the Back Door, Sugar Bowl, Who Peak, First Wish, and the Breakfast Runs.

December 20, 2000
The high pressure system that was blanketing the region with frigid temperatures and deflecting storms finally moved on.  A series of storms over the last week brought 87 cm of new dry powder, with the highest 24 hr snowfall of 31cm on Dec. 17. The total snowpack is now 115 cm.  Although this is still well below average for this time of year there is now enough snow to ski portions of our terrain. Average minimum daily temperatures for the week was a frosty -20 degrees Celsius, average maximum temperature was - 13 degrees.

1999/2000 Snow Report Archive

April 11, 2000
Last week we got another 46 cm. of new snow, and then the sun came out. Skitouring was excellent. Average max. temp was +5 C, average min. temp was -8 C. Total snowpack at 260 cm. Cornsnow on southfacing slopes, powder above 6500 ft. on northfacing slopes.

April 3, 2000
The week of March 26 - April 2 was full of blue skies and mild temperatures. Powder skiing on north aspects was still excellent, and spring corn was starting to develop on the south aspects. The average maximum daily temperature for the week was +8.4 degrees Celsius, the average minimum was -10.7. Flurries at the begining of the week brought 9 cm of fresh snow. The total snowpack is now 250 cm.

March 27, 2000
Another 74 cm.of snow came down last week, the biggest amount, 42 cm.on March 23. Total snowpack is 285 cm. Average minimum temperature  -11C, average maximum +2C.

March 20, 2000
Weather throughout the week was overcast and snowy with fresh powder every day to keep skiers happy. Total snowfall over the week was 71 cm. The highest 24-hour snowfall was 20 cm on March 19. The average minimum temperature was -9.4 degrees Celsius, the average maximum was +1. Total snowpack is now 270 cm.

March 13, 2000
Total snowfall accumulation over the week was 31 cm. The average minimum temperature was -5 C and the average maximum temperature was +1 .Total snowpack is now 240 cm. Snow stayed cold enough for excellent skiing.

March 6, 2000
Total snowfall accumulation over the week was 96 cm. The highest 24-hour snowfall was 20 cm on March 6th. The average minimum temperature for the period was -9 degrees Celsius, and the average maximum was -3. The total snowpack is now at 245 cm.

Feb. 28, 2000
Storms over the week dropped a total of 60 cm. The highest 24-hour snowfall was 18 cm that fell on Feb. 27th. The average minimum temperature for the period was - 8.6 degrees Celsius, and the average maximum was -1.5. Total snowpack is now 235 cm.

Feb. 21, 2000
A storm at the beginning of this week dropped 34 cm of light dry snow. Weather cleared towards the end of the week and provided excellent touring oportunities. The average minimum temperature for the week was -15 degrees Celsius, and the average maximum was -4. Total snowpack is at 220 cm.

Feb 14, 2000
Total snowfall over the last week was 35 cm. Average daily snowfall for the week was 5 cm, with the highest daily snowfall of 21 cm on Feb. 8. The new snow settled out well and the total snowpack depth is now at 220 cm. The average minimum temperature for the period was -8 degrees Celsius, and the average maximum temperature was -1.

February 7, 2000
Weather over the last 7 days was generally clear and warm with the only snow falling at the beginning of the week. Clear skies created a sun crust on due south aspects. A storm on Feb. 1 brought strong SW winds and dumped 21 cm of fresh snow. Temperatures throughout the week ranged from an average low of -7 degrees Celsius to a average high of -1. Total snowpackdepth is now 210 cm.

January 24, 2000
Total snowfall for the last 7 days was 15 cm. The snowpack has been settling out well bringing the total snowpack down to 225 centimetres. Average minimum temperature for the period was -15 degrees Celsius, and the average maximum temperature was -8. Skiing conditions were excellent with dry powder snow and good visibility most of the week.

January 17, 2000
Over 2 metres of light dry snow has fallen in the last 10 days. Average daily snowfall for this period was 15 centemetres, with this highest daily snowfall of 42 centimetres on January 16. Total snowpack depth is now 236 centimetres. Average minimum temperature for the period was -15 degrees Celsius, and the average maximum temperature was -7.

January 5, 2000
We currently have 30 centimetres of dry powder snow on a 195 centimetre base.