Avalanche
May 18, 2026
European Ski Resort News
European Avalanche Fatalities Surpass 147 Mark for 2025/26 Season, Highlighting Persistent Dangers
The 2025/26 European winter season has seen avalanche fatalities climb to 147, exceeding the 147 recorded during the 2017/18 season,…
May 18, 2026
Mountain Safety and Avalanche Science
Rusty Rustigian Returns to NWAC, Spearheading Crucial Technological Advancements for Avalanche Safety
Rusty Rustigian has returned to the Northwest Avalanche Center (NWAC), taking on the vital role of Product Manager. This strategic…
May 18, 2026
Mountain Safety and Avalanche Science
NWAC’s Development and Communications Manager Shares Insights into Mission-Driven Work and the Evolving Landscape of Avalanche Safety
The Northwest Avalanche Center (NWAC) is a vital organization dedicated to public safety in the mountainous regions of Washington and…
May 18, 2026
Mountain Safety and Avalanche Science
New NWAC Volunteer and Communications Coordinator Brings Passion for Mission-Driven Work and Outdoor Industry to the Pacific Northwest
The Northwest Avalanche Center (NWAC) has announced the appointment of its new Volunteer and Communications Coordinator, a role poised to…
May 17, 2026
Mountain Safety and Avalanche Science
NWAC’s Volunteer Program Offers Significant Rewards, Including Professional Avalanche Education
The Northwest Avalanche Center (NWAC) is actively seeking dedicated volunteers to support its vital mission, offering a robust rewards program…
May 17, 2026
Mountain Safety and Avalanche Science
Fifty Years of Safeguarding the Cascades: The Northwest Avalanche Center’s Enduring Legacy
The 2025-26 winter season marks a significant milestone for the Northwest Avalanche Center (NWAC), celebrating half a century of dedicated…
May 16, 2026
Mountain Safety and Avalanche Science
The Winter 2024-2025 Snowpack Outlook: Navigating Weak La Niña Signals and Shifting Ocean Temperatures
The winter of 2024-2025 presents a complex forecasting landscape for Pacific Northwest snowpack enthusiasts and stakeholders, as the anticipated weak…
May 16, 2026
Mountain Safety and Avalanche Science
The Northwest Avalanche Center Spearheads National Initiative to Modernize Avalanche Forecasting and Mountain Safety Information
The Northwest Avalanche Center (NWAC) is at the forefront of a significant national undertaking to revolutionize how avalanche and mountain…
May 16, 2026
Mountain Safety and Avalanche Science
Celebrating a Half-Century of Safety and Community: NWAC Rings in Winter with Landmark Events and a Look Towards the Future
The Northwest Avalanche Center (NWAC) has successfully concluded a fall event season marked by significant milestones, including its 50th anniversary…
May 12, 2026
Freeride and Backcountry Exploration
American Mountaineer Shelley Johannesen Dies in Mount Makalu Avalanche After Successful Summit
Shelley Johannesen, a revered 59-year-old American mountaineer and co-founder of the bespoke adventure outfitter Dash Adventures, has tragically passed away…
