Date: Saturday, April 10, 1999
   
    Time: 730 AM
   
   
   
     Avalanche danger in Tuckerman and Huntington Ravine is LOW. Natural
     avalanches are very unlikely. Human triggered avalanches are
     unlikely except in isolated pockets on steep snow covered open
     slopes and gullies. There is generally stanble snow, but as always
     normal caution is advised. There may be isolated pockets of
     unstable snow. A mix of sun and clouds are forecast for the next
     coulpe days, followed by fair skies into the middle of next week.
     As always, obtain the latest weather forecast before starting your
     trip to Mount Washington.
     
     Crampons and ice axe will be required for safe travel during hard
     snow conditions. Skiers should be aware that the snowpack freeze
     very quickly once the slopes go into the the shade. Plan to to
     descend the slopes in a timely manner to avoid frozen conditions on
     steep, committing terrain.There is a danger of falling ice! Every
     season, many tons of waterfall ice form in the ravines of Mount
     Washington. As temperatures moderate, the ice loosens and crashes
     down the slopes of Tuckerman Ravine. Many people have been injured
     or killed by falling ice. Don't let this happen to you! Avoid
     travelling or lingering under areas where there is ice. Always have
     an escape route planned. Use large obstacles as protection from
     falling ice. BE ALERT, BE AWARE, BE ICE SMART. Always have an
     escape rout planned. Avoid travelling and lingering in areas where
     there is ice. Use large obstacles for cover.
     
     The Little Headwall is open an brook, and the snow is undermined.
     Caution is advised skiing through this area. Other areas in the
     Ravine may also have undermined snow. Skiers are advised to ascend
     via the same route you plan to ski down, noting the hazards along
     the way.
     
     The Lion Head winter route is open. Remember that this trail is
     very steep. Safe travel requires avalanche and mountaineering
     skills. Crampons, ice ax, and their proficient use are all a must
     for safe travel on this route.
     
     The John Sherburne ski trail is open. With the continued warm
     weather and strong sun, some bare spots are beginning to develop.
     
Please Remember:

       Any new precipitation will increase the avalanche danger.
     
       Obtain latest weather forecast before starting out.
     
       For more information, contact the U.S. Forest Service Snow
     Rangers: AMC at Pinkham Notch Visitor Center or Hermit Lake
     Shelters; or the caretaker at the Harvard Cabin, Huntington Ravine.