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July 24, 2026
Mountain Safety and Avalanche Science
The Winter 2024-2025 Snowpack Outlook: Navigating a Weak La Niña and the Nuances of ENSO
The winter of 2024-2025 is shaping up to be a complex meteorological puzzle for the Pacific Northwest, as forecasters analyze…
July 19, 2026
North American Mountain Reports
El Niño vs. La Niña: Navigating the Pacific’s Influence on North American Winter Snowfall
As the crisp air of winter descends across North America, skiers and snowboarders eagerly anticipate the season’s first snowflakes. Yet,…
July 19, 2026
Sustainability and Mountain Environment
From Glacial Retreat to Corporate Responsibility How Mike Douglas and Salomon Are Navigating the Changing Climate of Winter Sports
The indefinite suspension of summer skiing on Whistler Blackcomb’s Horstman Glacier marks a definitive turning point for the North American…
July 17, 2026
Mountain Safety and Avalanche Science
The 2025-2026 Winter Outlook: Navigating ENSO’s Subtle Signals for Pacific Northwest Snowpack
The winter of 2024-2025 served as a stark reminder that a weak La Niña does not automatically guarantee the deep,…
June 22, 2026
Sustainability and Mountain Environment
The End of an Era on the Horstman Glacier: How Salomon and Protect Our Winters Are Navigating the Climate Crisis in the Outdoor Industry
The indefinite suspension of summer skiing operations on the Horstman Glacier at Whistler Blackcomb marks a definitive turning point for…
June 21, 2026
Mountain Safety and Avalanche Science
The Pacific Northwest’s Winter 2025-2026 Snowpack Outlook: Navigating Weak La Niña Signals and Emerging Predictors
The upcoming winter in the Pacific Northwest, spanning 2025-2026, presents a complex meteorological puzzle, with early forecasts indicating a potentially…
June 14, 2026
Mountain Safety and Avalanche Science
The Winter 2024-25 Outlook: Navigating a Weak La Niña and Its Impact on Pacific Northwest Snowpack
The winter of 2024-25 presents a complex forecast for the Pacific Northwest, with early indications pointing towards a weak La…
June 05, 2026
Freeride and Backcountry Exploration
Navigating Wilderness Hydration: A Comprehensive Guide to Water Filtration Systems for Outdoor Enthusiasts
Nothing stalls an adventure faster than a debilitating case of Giardia or other waterborne illnesses. When deep in remote terrain,…
June 04, 2026
Sustainability and Mountain Environment
Navigating the Amazon Consensus Ambition and Obstruction at the COP30 Climate Summit in Belém
The 30th annual United Nations Climate Change Conference, known as COP30, concluded its proceedings in Belém, Brazil, leaving a complex…
May 31, 2026
Mountain Safety and Avalanche Science
Pacific Northwest Snowpack Outlook: Navigating a Weak La Niña and Neutral Winter Ahead
The winter of 2024-2025 presents a complex forecast for Pacific Northwest snow enthusiasts and water managers, with initial indications pointing…
