Rescue
April 19, 2026
Mountain Safety and Avalanche Science
NWAC’s Development and Communications Manager Discusses Mission, Community, and the Evolving Landscape of Avalanche Safety
The NorthWest Avalanche Center (NWAC) has long been a cornerstone of winter safety in the Pacific Northwest, providing critical avalanche…
April 18, 2026
Mountain Safety and Avalanche Science
New Volunteer and Communications Coordinator Joins Northwest Avalanche Center to Enhance Outreach and Safety Initiatives
The Northwest Avalanche Center (NWAC) has welcomed a new Volunteer and Communications Coordinator, a move poised to significantly bolster its…
April 18, 2026
Freeride and Backcountry Exploration
Heroic Rescue in Pritchett Canyon Highlights Evolving Backcountry Safety and Technology in Moab
What began as a quintessential spring break adventure for a family of four exploring the rugged beauty of Moab’s Pritchett…
April 18, 2026
Mountain Safety and Avalanche Science
NWAC Announces Enhanced Volunteer Program Offering Avalanche Education Opportunities
The Northwest Avalanche Center (NWAC) has significantly expanded its volunteer program, introducing a compelling incentive structure that offers dedicated volunteers…
April 18, 2026
Mountain Safety and Avalanche Science
Honoring a Legacy of Avalanche Forecasting in the Pacific Northwest
The 2025-26 season marks a momentous occasion for the Northwest Avalanche Center (NWAC): 50 years of dedicated service to the…
April 17, 2026
Mountain Safety and Avalanche Science
Winter 2025-26 Snowpack Outlook: Navigating Weak La Niña and Neutral ENSO Conditions in the Pacific Northwest
The winter of 2024-25 offered a stark reminder that a weak La Niña does not automatically guarantee the deep, mid-winter…
April 17, 2026
Mountain Safety and Avalanche Science
NWAC Spearheads National Initiative to Revolutionize Avalanche and Mountain Weather Forecasting
The Northwest Avalanche Center (NWAC) is at the forefront of a significant technological undertaking aimed at modernizing and standardizing how…
April 17, 2026
Mountain Safety and Avalanche Science
NWAC Celebrates 50 Years of Avalanche Forecasting with Engaging Fall Events and Community Focus
The Northwest Avalanche Center (NWAC) marked a significant milestone in its history by celebrating its 50th anniversary of providing crucial…
April 15, 2026
North American Mountain Reports
Miraculous Helicopter Rescue Saved The Lives Of Two Climbers
Two climbers have been miraculously rescued from a treacherous mountainside in New Zealand’s Fiordland National Park after a three-day ordeal…
April 12, 2026
Mountain Safety and Avalanche Science
A Poem to Celebrate 50 Years of NWAC, Written by Mark Moore (NWAC Co-founder), October 2025
Fifty years of dedication to avalanche safety and forecasting have culminated in a poignant reflection by one of its founding…
