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March 28, 2026
Mountain Safety and Avalanche Science
NWAC Development and Communications Manager Reflects on Mission-Driven Work and the Evolving Landscape of Avalanche Safety
The NorthWest Avalanche Center (NWAC) has long served as a critical resource for winter backcountry enthusiasts, providing essential avalanche forecasts…
March 27, 2026
Mountain Safety and Avalanche Science
New Volunteer and Communications Coordinator Joins NWAC to Enhance Outreach and Safety Initiatives
The Northwest Avalanche Center (NWAC) has announced the appointment of a new Volunteer and Communications Coordinator, a pivotal role aimed…
March 27, 2026
Mountain Safety and Avalanche Science
NWAC’s Volunteer Program Offers Pathway to Avalanche Safety Education and Membership Perks
The Northwest Avalanche Center (NWAC) is actively seeking dedicated individuals to join its vital volunteer program, offering a unique opportunity…
March 27, 2026
North American Mountain Reports
Colorado Establishes New Interagency Agreement for Backcountry Search and Rescue
Colorado is taking a significant step to bolster its already robust backcountry search and rescue (SAR) capabilities with the formalization…
March 27, 2026
Mountain Safety and Avalanche Science
Fifty Years of Safeguarding the Snow: The Northwest Avalanche Center’s Enduring Legacy of Safety and Science
The 2025-26 winter season marks a profound milestone for the Northwest Avalanche Center (NWAC), celebrating half a century of dedicated…
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…