Rescue
July 01, 2026
Mountain Safety and Avalanche Science
New Volunteer and Communications Coordinator Joins NWAC to Enhance Outreach and Safety Education
The Northwest Avalanche Center (NWAC) has welcomed a new Volunteer and Communications Coordinator, bringing a blend of international experience and…
June 29, 2026
Mountain Safety and Avalanche Science
NWAC Launches Expanded Volunteer Program Offering Avalanche Education and Membership Benefits
The Northwest Avalanche Center (NWAC) has significantly enhanced its volunteer program, introducing an attractive tiered system that rewards dedicated individuals…
June 29, 2026
Mountain Safety and Avalanche Science
Honoring a Legacy of Avalanche Forecasting in the Pacific Northwest
The 2025-26 winter season marks a monumental occasion for the Northwest Avalanche Center (NWAC) as it commemorates 50 years of…
June 28, 2026
Mountain Safety and Avalanche Science
Forecasting the Pacific Northwest’s Winter Snowpack: A Nuanced Look at ENSO and Marine Conditions
The winter of 2024-2025 in the Pacific Northwest is shaping up to be a complex interplay of atmospheric and oceanic…
June 28, 2026
Mountain Safety and Avalanche Science
Northwest Avalanche Center Spearheads National Initiative to Modernize Avalanche Forecasting and Mountain Information Access
The Northwest Avalanche Center (NWAC) is at the forefront of a significant national effort to revolutionize how avalanche and mountain…
June 28, 2026
Mountain Safety and Avalanche Science
NWAC Celebrates 50 Years of Avalanche Forecasting with a Jam-Packed Fall Event Season
The Northwest Avalanche Center (NWAC) has capped off a significant fall season, marked by a series of community-focused events that…
June 28, 2026
Mountain Safety and Avalanche Science
Fifty Years of Safeguarding Winter Travelers: The NWAC’s Enduring Legacy
October 2025 marks a significant milestone for the Northwest Avalanche Center (NWAC), as the organization commemorates half a century of…
June 27, 2026
North American Mountain Reports
Two Hikers Face Fines After Cliff Rescue Near Golden Gate Bridge
Two individuals have been fined for disregarding safety regulations and venturing off designated trails, resulting in a precarious cliffside rescue…
June 23, 2026
Mountain Safety and Avalanche Science
Rusty Rustigian’s Return to NWAC Marks New Era of Technological Advancement and Collaborative Safety
Rusty Rustigian has returned to the Northwest Avalanche Center (NWAC), bringing with him a wealth of experience and a forward-thinking…
June 23, 2026
Mountain Safety and Avalanche Science
NWAC Development & Communications Manager Reflects on Mission-Driven Work and the Evolving Landscape of Avalanche Safety
The NorthWest Avalanche Center (NWAC) is a vital organization dedicated to public safety in the mountainous regions of the Pacific…
