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The 2025-2026 Winter Outlook: Navigating ENSO’s Subtle Shifts and Their Impact on Pacific Northwest Snowpack

The winter of 2024-2025 served as a stark reminder that a weak La Niña does not automatically translate into the…

The Northwest Avalanche Center Leads National Initiative to Modernize Avalanche Forecast Delivery

The Northwest Avalanche Center (NWAC) is spearheading a significant national effort to streamline and modernize how avalanche and mountain weather…

Pacific Northwest Braces for Major Late-Season Snowfall as North Cascades Anticipate Over Two Feet Through Thursday

Just as many in the Pacific Northwest were contemplating the transition to spring activities and dusting off their mountain bikes,…

A Poem for Fifty Years: The Enduring Legacy of the Northwest Avalanche Center

Fifty years is a significant milestone, a testament to enduring commitment and evolving expertise, especially when measured against the dynamic…

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…