Rescue
May 02, 2026
Mountain Safety and Avalanche Science
Winter 2025-2026 Snowpack Outlook: Navigating ENSO’s Nuances for the Pacific Northwest
The winter of 2024-2025 served as a stark reminder that a weak La Niña does not automatically guarantee the deep,…
May 01, 2026
Mountain Safety and Avalanche Science
The Northwest Avalanche Center Leads National Effort to Modernize Avalanche Forecasting and Mountain Safety Information
The Northwest Avalanche Center (NWAC) is spearheading a significant national initiative to overhaul how avalanche and mountain weather forecasts are…
May 01, 2026
Mountain Safety and Avalanche Science
NWAC Celebrates 50 Years of Avalanche Forecasting with a Season of Engaging Community Events
The Northwest Avalanche Center (NWAC) recently concluded a vibrant fall event season, marked by a series of engaging community gatherings…
April 28, 2026
Freeride and Backcountry Exploration
Overnight Mountain Ordeal: Deschutes County SAR Executes 11-Hour Rescue of Hypothermic Hikers on South Sister Amidst Deceptive Spring Conditions
A harrowing 11-hour overnight rescue operation by Deschutes County Search and Rescue (SAR) concluded in the early hours of Thursday,…
April 27, 2026
Mountain Safety and Avalanche Science
Fifty Years of Avalanche Awareness: NWAC Marks Half a Century of Saving Lives
October 2025 marks a significant milestone for avalanche safety in the Pacific Northwest as the Northwest Avalanche Center (NWAC) celebrates…
April 26, 2026
Mountain Safety and Avalanche Science
Rusty Rustigian’s Enduring Impact on Avalanche Safety and NWAC’s Digital Future
Rusty Rustigian’s journey with the Northwest Avalanche Center (NWAC) is a testament to dedication, innovation, and the evolving landscape of…
April 26, 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 providing avalanche forecasts and safety information to the public,…
April 26, 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 announced the appointment of a new Volunteer and Communications Coordinator, a move aimed at…
April 25, 2026
Mountain Safety and Avalanche Science
NWAC Launches Robust Volunteer Program Offering Elite Avalanche Education and Membership Perks
The Northwest Avalanche Center (NWAC) has unveiled an expanded and enhanced volunteer program designed to express profound gratitude for its…
April 25, 2026
Mountain Safety and Avalanche Science
Honoring a Legacy of Avalanche Forecasting in the Pacific Northwest
The 2025-26 season marks a monumental milestone for the Northwest Avalanche Center (NWAC) as it commemorates 50 years of dedicated…
