Avalanche
May 02, 2026
Mountain Safety and Avalanche Science
NWAC’s Volunteer Program Offers Rewarding Opportunities, Including Free Avalanche Education
The Northwest Avalanche Center (NWAC) is actively seeking dedicated volunteers to support its vital mission, offering a comprehensive program designed…
May 02, 2026
Mountain Safety and Avalanche Science
Fifty Years of Vigilance: The Northwest Avalanche Center’s Enduring Legacy of Safety
The 2025-26 winter season marks a monumental occasion for the Northwest Avalanche Center (NWAC), celebrating half a century of dedicated…
May 02, 2026
Mountain Safety and Avalanche Science
Winter 2025-2026 Snowpack Outlook: Navigating ENSO’s Nuances for the Pacific Northwest
The winter of 2024-2025 served as a stark reminder that a weak La Niña does not automatically guarantee the deep,…
May 01, 2026
European Ski Resort News
GB Snow Test Returns to Champoluc; Canadian Military End Avalanche Contract; Ski Portillo Announces Opening Dates
Champoluc, Italy – The prestigious GB Snow Test, a pivotal event for the ski industry in assessing new equipment and…
May 01, 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 how avalanche and mountain weather forecasts are…
May 01, 2026
Mountain Safety and Avalanche Science
NWAC Celebrates 50 Years of Avalanche Forecasting with a Season of Engaging Community Events
The Northwest Avalanche Center (NWAC) recently concluded a vibrant fall event season, marked by a series of engaging community gatherings…
April 29, 2026
North American Mountain Reports
Three Hikers Caught and Carried in Significant Avalanche on Peak 3 in Chugach State Park
Three hikers experienced a harrowing ordeal on Saturday, April 25th, 2026, when they were caught and carried by a substantial…
April 27, 2026
Mountain Safety and Avalanche Science
Fifty Years of Avalanche Awareness: NWAC Marks Half a Century of Saving Lives
October 2025 marks a significant milestone for avalanche safety in the Pacific Northwest as the Northwest Avalanche Center (NWAC) celebrates…
April 26, 2026
Mountain Safety and Avalanche Science
Rusty Rustigian’s Enduring Impact on Avalanche Safety and NWAC’s Digital Future
Rusty Rustigian’s journey with the Northwest Avalanche Center (NWAC) is a testament to dedication, innovation, and the evolving landscape of…
April 26, 2026
Mountain Safety and Avalanche Science
NWAC Development & Communications Manager Reflects on Mission-Driven Work and the Evolving Landscape of Avalanche Safety
The NorthWest Avalanche Center (NWAC) is a vital organization dedicated to providing avalanche forecasts and safety information to the public,…
