Avalanche

Utah Avalanche Center Issues Special Advisory as Record Heat Triggers Widespread, Unpredictable Wet Avalanches Across Wasatch and Southeastern Idaho

The Utah Avalanche Center (UAC) has issued an urgent Special Avalanche Advisory, effective through Monday, March 23, 2026, encompassing every…

Rusty Rustigian’s Return to NWAC: Spearheading a Technological Revolution in Avalanche Safety

Rusty Rustigian has returned to the Northwest Avalanche Center (NWAC), stepping into the pivotal role of Product Manager and ushering…

NWAC’s Development and Communications Manager Shares Insights on Mission-Driven Work and the Evolving Landscape of Avalanche Safety

The Washington Trails Association (WTA) has long been a cornerstone of outdoor recreation advocacy in Washington State, but its vital…

NWAC Welcomes New Volunteer and Communications Coordinator, Poised to Enhance Outreach and Volunteer Engagement

The Northwest Avalanche Center (NWAC) has announced the appointment of its new Volunteer and Communications Coordinator, a role poised to…

NWAC’s Volunteer Program Offers Rewarding Opportunities, Including Avalanche Education

The Northwest Avalanche Center (NWAC) is actively seeking dedicated volunteers to bolster its vital operations, offering a compelling incentive program…

Friends of CAIC Launches Critical Spring Gear Giveaway to Secure $30,000 for Colorado Avalanche Safety and Education Amidst High-Risk Season.

Friends of the Colorado Avalanche Information Center (FoCAIC) has officially commenced its annual Spring Gear Giveaway, a pivotal fundraising endeavor…

Fifty Years of Vigilance: The Northwest Avalanche Center’s Enduring Legacy of Mountain Safety

The 2025-26 season marks a monumental occasion for the Northwest Avalanche Center (NWAC) – its golden anniversary of providing critical…

The Nuances of the Upcoming Winter: Examining ENSO and Pacific Northwest Snowpack Prospects

The winter of 2024-2025 has arrived with a familiar mix of anticipation and uncertainty for Pacific Northwest residents, particularly concerning…

Tragic Avalanche Claims Young Polish Skier in Italian Alps, Pushing Seasonal Death Toll Above Average

The pristine beauty of the Italian Alps has once again been marred by tragedy, as a 20-year-old Polish skier lost…

NWAC Spearheads National Initiative to Modernize Avalanche Forecast Delivery

The Northwest Avalanche Center (NWAC) is at the forefront of a significant national undertaking to revolutionize how avalanche and mountain…