Snow Report

No fresh snow and warmer temperatures characterized this week. The sun frequently shone, and in Georgia, the sun is already quite strong in January. This naturally left its mark on the snowpack. The existing snowpack settled noticeably, the stream in Bakhmaro is now open almost everywhere, and the avalanche danger also decreased significantly (from an already moderate level).

Above the tree line, the wind, as is often the case in Bakhmaro, had its influence. By the end of the week, loose snow was rare.

The sunny weather prompted the groups to head up into the mountains early. Around our Wolfsbett cabin in Meria Keli, Sarkornia, and Chridila Pass were popular destinations. During weeks like these, the now considerable number of cats in Bakhmaro becomes quite noticeable.

Below the tree line, the snow became heavy as the week progressed. The predicted fresh snowfall is now urgently needed...