Mountain Safety and Avalanche Science
April 25, 2026
Mountain Safety and Avalanche Science
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…
April 25, 2026
Mountain Safety and Avalanche Science
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…
April 24, 2026
Mountain Safety and Avalanche Science
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…
April 24, 2026
Mountain Safety and Avalanche Science
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…
April 20, 2026
Mountain Safety and Avalanche Science
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…
April 19, 2026
Mountain Safety and Avalanche Science
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…
April 19, 2026
Mountain Safety and Avalanche Science
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…
April 18, 2026
Mountain Safety and Avalanche Science
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…
April 18, 2026
Mountain Safety and Avalanche Science
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…
April 18, 2026
Mountain Safety and Avalanche Science
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…
