Sukardi Al-Hadad

Honoring a Legacy of Avalanche Forecasting in the Pacific Northwest

The 2025-26 season marks a monumental milestone for the Northwest Avalanche Center (NWAC) as it commemorates 50 years of dedicated…

Winter Outlook: Navigating the Nuances of ENSO and Pacific Northwest Snowpack

The winter of 2024-2025 presents a complex meteorological puzzle for the Pacific Northwest, with forecasters emphasizing that a weak La…

The Northwest Avalanche Center Leads National Effort to Modernize Avalanche Forecasting

The Northwest Avalanche Center (NWAC) is at the forefront of a significant initiative to overhaul and modernize how avalanche and…

NWAC Celebrates 50 Years of Avalanche Forecasting with a Series of Engaging Community Events

The Northwest Avalanche Center (NWAC) has concluded a fall event season marked by significant community engagement and a deep dive…

A Poem Celebrates 50 Years of the Northwest Avalanche Center

October 2025 marks a significant milestone for avalanche safety and forecasting in the Pacific Northwest, as the Northwest Avalanche Center…

Rusty Rustigian: A Decade of Dedication and Digital Innovation at NWAC

Rusty Rustigian’s journey with the Northwest Avalanche Center (NWAC) is a compelling narrative of evolving commitment, marked by his return…

NWAC’s Development and Communications Manager Discusses Mission, Community, and the Evolving Landscape of Avalanche Safety

The NorthWest Avalanche Center (NWAC) has long been a cornerstone of winter safety in the Pacific Northwest, providing critical avalanche…

New Volunteer and Communications Coordinator Joins Northwest Avalanche Center to Enhance Outreach and Safety Initiatives

The Northwest Avalanche Center (NWAC) has welcomed a new Volunteer and Communications Coordinator, a move poised to significantly bolster its…

NWAC Announces Enhanced Volunteer Program Offering Avalanche Education Opportunities

The Northwest Avalanche Center (NWAC) has significantly expanded its volunteer program, introducing a compelling incentive structure that offers dedicated volunteers…

Honoring a Legacy of Avalanche Forecasting in the Pacific Northwest

The 2025-26 season marks a momentous occasion for the Northwest Avalanche Center (NWAC): 50 years of dedicated service to the…