Hakuba fresh tracks in Spring. Still scoring.

On the edge of powder and cream this week in Hakuba. Plenty of fresh tracks to be had regardless of the moisture density of the snow. Cortina was heavy but good fun and could let loose knowing it was consistent.
We rode the ropeway at Tsugaike and hiked for 30 minutes or so up to the Tenguppara Flats just under Norikura Dake (mountain) The weather came in pretty fast so I turned back and let it chase me down. This is a backcountry area so always take care up there. It is a popular spot for hikers with snowshoes also. Best on a clear spring day and the perfect spot for a picnic.
I also had a day up at Goryu where I decided to hike up the back a bit. I had some good snow conditions there and did a couple of laps. I felt like I was preaching a bit in this weeks video but I don’t want to give the impression that it is a safe and easy environment to just wander off in. With 19 years experience here now I am still very conservative with where I ride especially when I am by myself. The dangers are often hiding. There was a rescue during the week close to this area where only by chance the victim fell into a glide crack but the avalanche still covered them. They were actually very lucky in this circumstance as they had an air pocket in which to hold out for the next 2 hours before being rescued.
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Kanpai
TJ

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This weeks drink of choice was Malibu and Pineapple. Gone for a tropical feel.

Resorts visited
Cortina - https://www.hgp.co.jp/cortina/ski/
Tsugaike - https://www.tsugaike.gr.jp/#
Goryu - https://www.hakubaescal.com/winter-en/
Hakuba 47 - https://www.hakuba47.co.jp/winter/en/

Daily snow reports for Hakuba Japan.   / hakuba1  

Camera used is the DJI Pocket 2

Avalanche education sites
https://kbyg.org/
https://nadare.jp/

Always carry safety gear in the backcountry and practice how to use it. Whenever dropping into any area you should keep in mind that you could be hiking out for a considerable amount of time so be prepared for the worst. Stay safe out there.