Avalanche
April 03, 2026
Mountain Safety and Avalanche Science
Fifty Years of Vigilance: The Northwest Avalanche Center’s Enduring Legacy in Public Safety
The 2025-26 winter season marks a monumental achievement for the Northwest Avalanche Center (NWAC), celebrating 50 years of dedicated service…
April 03, 2026
Mountain Safety and Avalanche Science
The Pacific Northwest Snowpack Outlook: Navigating Uncertainty in the 2025-2026 Winter Season
The winter of 2024-2025 served as a stark reminder that a weak La Niña does not automatically guarantee the deep,…
April 02, 2026
Mountain Safety and Avalanche Science
Northwest Avalanche Center Leads National Initiative to Modernize Avalanche and Mountain Weather Forecasting
The Northwest Avalanche Center (NWAC) is spearheading a significant national effort to revolutionize the delivery of avalanche and mountain weather…
April 02, 2026
Mountain Safety and Avalanche Science
NWAC Fall ’25 Events Recap – Northwest Avalanche Center
The Northwest Avalanche Center (NWAC) has concluded a dynamic and engaging fall event season, marked by a significant milestone: the…
April 02, 2026
Freeride and Backcountry Exploration
Tragic Avalanche Claims Life of Heli-Skier in Alaska’s Chugach Range
Chronology of a Tragic Event in the Chugach The incident unfolded on Friday afternoon, March 28th, at approximately 2:00 p.m.…
March 29, 2026
Mountain Safety and Avalanche Science
Fifty Years of Saving Lives: A Legacy Forged in Snow and Science at the Northwest Avalanche Center
October 2025 marks a significant milestone for the Northwest Avalanche Center (NWAC), an organization that has dedicated half a century…
March 28, 2026
Mountain Safety and Avalanche Science
Rusty Rustigian Returns to NWAC, Spearheading Technological Advancements in Avalanche Safety
Rusty Rustigian has returned to the Northwest Avalanche Center (NWAC), bringing a wealth of experience and a forward-thinking vision to…
March 28, 2026
Mountain Safety and Avalanche Science
NWAC Development and Communications Manager Reflects on Mission-Driven Work and the Evolving Landscape of Avalanche Safety
The NorthWest Avalanche Center (NWAC) has long served as a critical resource for winter backcountry enthusiasts, providing essential avalanche forecasts…
March 27, 2026
Mountain Safety and Avalanche Science
New Volunteer and Communications Coordinator Joins NWAC to Enhance Outreach and Safety Initiatives
The Northwest Avalanche Center (NWAC) has announced the appointment of a new Volunteer and Communications Coordinator, a pivotal role aimed…
March 27, 2026
North American Mountain Reports
Mountains of the Moon Avalanche Footage Captures Unprecedented Camera Burial
The world of extreme sports filmmaking has once again pushed the boundaries of visual storytelling, this time with breathtaking and…