Avalanche
March 21, 2026
Freeride and Backcountry Exploration
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…
March 21, 2026
Mountain Safety and Avalanche Science
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…
March 20, 2026
Mountain Safety and Avalanche Science
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…
March 20, 2026
Mountain Safety and Avalanche Science
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…
March 20, 2026
Mountain Safety and Avalanche Science
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…
March 19, 2026
Freeride and Backcountry Exploration
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…
March 19, 2026
Mountain Safety and Avalanche Science
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…
March 19, 2026
Mountain Safety and Avalanche Science
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…
March 19, 2026
European Ski Resort News
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…
March 19, 2026
Mountain Safety and Avalanche Science
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…