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laminated front and back cover with plastic spiral binding
Snow, Weather, and Avalanches
Author :
Publisher :
Page : 154 pages
File Size : 27,76 MB
Release : 2004
Category : Nature
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Secrets of the Snow
Author : Edward R. LaChapelle
Publisher : University of Washington Press
Page : 113 pages
File Size : 18,38 MB
Release : 2011-10-17
Category : Science
ISBN : 0295802464
Book Description
The surface of fallen snow—its contours and texture—can tell the interested observer much about the forces that shaped it and about its stability and what it is likely to do. Will it be good for skiing or for packing as a snowball? Will it slide? Is it dangerous? Secrets of the Snow is an overview of the easily visible aspects of snow in the alpine mountain landscape, serving as a companion volume to the author’s Field Guide to Snow Crystals, which examines snow at the microscopic level. Describing visual snow features and textures arising from climate, wind-drift, layering, solar radiation, and melting, Secrets of the Snow explains how snow may be "read" for information on avalanche formation and suitability for winter sports. Closely linked photographs and text illustrate the shapes, forms, and textures found at the surface of winter snow covers; describe their origins in wind and weather conditions; and guide the reader in interpreting these features to predict snow behavior. Secrets of the Snow is essential for winter sports enthusiasts, mountaineers, and avalanche-safety specialists.
Snow, Weather, and Avalanches
Author : American Avalanche Association
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Page : 0 pages
File Size : 42,10 MB
Release : 2022-09
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Secrets of the Greatest Snow on Earth
Author : Jim Steenburgh
Publisher : University Press of Colorado
Page : 199 pages
File Size : 41,42 MB
Release : 2014-11-13
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN : 1492016802
Book Description
Utah has long claimed to have the greatest snow on Earth—the state itself has even trademarked the phrase. In Secrets of the Greatest Snow on Earth, Jim Steenburgh investigates Wasatch weather, exposing the myths, explaining the reality, and revealing how and why Utah's powder lives up to its reputation. Steenburgh also examines ski and snowboard regions beyond Utah, making this book a meteorological guide to mountain weather and snow climates around the world. Chapters explore mountain weather, avalanches and snow safety, historical accounts of weather events and snow conditions, and the basics of climate and weather forecasting. Steenburgh explains what creates the best snow for skiing and snowboarding in accurate and accessible language and illustrates his points with 150 color photographs, making Secrets of the Greatest Snow on Earth a helpful tool for planning vacations and staying safe during mountain adventures. Snowriders, weather enthusiasts, meteorologists, students of snow science, and anyone who dreams of deep powder and bluebird skies will want to get their gloves on Secrets of the Greatest Snow on Earth.
Snow Sense
Author : Jill A. Fredston
Publisher : Alaska Mountain Safety Center, Incorporated
Page : 116 pages
File Size : 40,5 MB
Release : 1999
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN : 9780964399402
Book Description
Book which focuses on teaching backcountry travellers to recognize, evaluate, and avoid avalanche hazards by gathering available key information and clues from the snowpack, weather, and terrain.
Snow Avalanche Hazards and Mitigation in the United States
Author : National Research Council
Publisher : National Academies Press
Page : 97 pages
File Size : 25,19 MB
Release : 1990-02-01
Category : Science
ISBN : 0309043352
Book Description
The present mortality as a result of snow avalanches exceeds the average mortality caused by earthquakes as well as all other forms of slope failure combined. Snow avalanches can range from small amounts of loose snow moving rapidly down a slope to slab avalanches, in which large chunks of snow break off and destroy everything in their path. Although considered a hazard in the United States since the westward expansion in the nineteenth century, in modern times snow avalanches are an increasing concern in recreational mountainous areas. However, programs for snow avalanche hazard mitigation in other countries are far ahead of those in the United States. The book identifies several steps that should be taken by the United States in order to establish guidelines for research, technology transfer, and avalanche legislation and zoning.
The Snow Booklet
Author : Nolan J. Doesken
Publisher : Colorado State University Publications & Printing
Page : 96 pages
File Size : 37,76 MB
Release : 1997
Category : Science
ISBN :
Book Description
Written for climatological observers and their managers, snow-fighters, urban planners, winter recreationists, and all who find in snow a sense of inspiration and awe, this profusely illustrated book provides a wealth of snow data. Contents: the power and beauty of snow; the science of snow; climatology of snow in the U.S.; measuring snow; problems and challenges in measuring snow; procedure for measuring snow; dealing with adversity (blizzards); common questions about snow; and more. Illustrated with comparative charts and graphs, diagrams, and black and white and color photos. Bibliography. Glossary of snow terms.
Observation Guidelines and Recording Standards for Weather, Snowpack and Avalanches
Author : Canadian Avalanche Association
Publisher : [Revelstoke, B.C.] : Canadian Avalanche Assoc.
Page : 97 pages
File Size : 44,17 MB
Release : 1995-01-01
Category : Avalanches
ISBN : 9780969975809
Book Description
Snow Avalanches
Author : United States. Forest Service
Publisher :
Page : 92 pages
File Size : 48,63 MB
Release : 1961
Category : Avalanches
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Snow Avalanches
Author :
Publisher :
Page : 100 pages
File Size : 14,44 MB
Release : 1968
Category : Avalanches
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