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March 26, 2026
Mountain Safety and Avalanche Science
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…
March 26, 2026
Mountain Safety and Avalanche Science
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…
March 26, 2026
Mountain Safety and Avalanche Science
NWAC Celebrates 50 Years of Avalanche Forecasting with a Robust Fall Event Season
The Northwest Avalanche Center (NWAC) has concluded a dynamic fall event season, marked by vibrant community engagement and essential pre-season…
March 24, 2026
North American Mountain Reports
Yosemite’s Water Is Deadly Right Now: Search & Rescue Wants You to Back Away From the Edge
As the vibrant bloom of spring unfurls across Yosemite National Park, a deceptive and potentially lethal hazard emerges from the…
March 22, 2026
Mountain Safety and Avalanche Science
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…
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
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…
