Avalanche
April 12, 2026
Mountain Safety and Avalanche Science
Rusty Rustigian’s Enduring Commitment Fuels Technological Innovation and Safety at NWAC
Rusty Rustigian’s journey with the Northwest Avalanche Center (NWAC) is a testament to dedication, evolving expertise, and a profound commitment…
April 11, 2026
Mountain Safety and Avalanche Science
Behind the Scenes at NWAC: A Deep Dive into the Mission and Evolution of Avalanche Safety Communication
The North West Avalanche Center (NWAC) is a vital organization dedicated to providing critical avalanche forecasts and safety information to…
April 11, 2026
Winter Sports Industry and Business
Tragedy in the Tyrolean Alps as German Snowboarder Becomes Latest Victim in a Record Breaking Season of Avalanche Fatalities
The alpine community is mourning the loss of a 49-year-old snowboarder from Berlin who was killed in a massive avalanche…
April 11, 2026
Mountain Safety and Avalanche Science
NWAC Welcomes New Volunteer and Communications Coordinator to Strengthen Backcountry Safety Outreach
The Northwest Avalanche Center (NWAC) has announced the appointment of its new Volunteer and Communications Coordinator, a role poised to…
April 10, 2026
Mountain Safety and Avalanche Science
NWAC Cultivates Dedicated Volunteer Corps Through Rewarding Programs
The Northwest Avalanche Center (NWAC) is actively seeking and deeply appreciating its dedicated volunteer force, the backbone of its vital…
April 10, 2026
Mountain Safety and Avalanche Science
Fifty Years of Vigilance: The Northwest Avalanche Center’s Enduring Legacy of Safety and Science
The 2025-26 winter season marks a significant anniversary for the Northwest Avalanche Center (NWAC), celebrating half a century of dedicated…
April 10, 2026
Mountain Safety and Avalanche Science
Navigating the Nuances: Unpacking the 2025-2026 Winter Snowpack Outlook Amidst Shifting ENSO and SST Patterns
The winter of 2024-2025 served as a potent reminder that a weak La Niña does not automatically guarantee the deep,…
April 10, 2026
Mountain Safety and Avalanche Science
The Northwest Avalanche Center Leads National Effort to Modernize Avalanche Forecasting and Mountain Safety Information
The Northwest Avalanche Center (NWAC) is spearheading a significant national initiative to overhaul and modernize the delivery of avalanche forecasts…
April 09, 2026
Mountain Safety and Avalanche Science
NWAC Celebrates 50 Years of Avalanche Forecasting with a Season of Engaging Events and Community Connection
The Northwest Avalanche Center (NWAC) has concluded a fall event season brimming with educational opportunities, community engagement, and a palpable…
April 09, 2026
Cross-Country and Nordic Sports
Tragedy Strikes Hemsedal: Former Elite Cross-Country Skier Guro Jordheim Among Avalanche Victims
A devastating avalanche in Hemsedal on Easter Monday claimed the lives of two individuals, including 29-year-old Norwegian Guro Jordheim, a…