Safety
July 05, 2026
Mountain Safety and Avalanche Science
Fifty Years of Safeguarding Winter Travelers: The NWAC’s Enduring Legacy and Future Outlook
The Northwest Avalanche Center (NWAC), a vital organization dedicated to avalanche safety and forecasting in the Cascade and Olympic Mountains,…
July 04, 2026
Freeride and Backcountry Exploration
Bear Spray Banned in California National Parks: A Comprehensive Guide to Wildlife Safety and Regulations
For many seasoned backpackers and outdoor enthusiasts, packing a canister of bear spray is as routine as bringing a first-aid…
July 04, 2026
Mountain Safety and Avalanche Science
Rusty Rustigian Returns to NWAC, Spearheading Digital Transformation and Collaborative Avalanche Safety Initiatives
Rusty Rustigian has returned to the Northwest Avalanche Center (NWAC), a significant development signaling a strategic push towards enhanced digital…
July 02, 2026
Mountain Safety and Avalanche Science
A Deeper Look into the Heart of Avalanche Safety: An Interview with NWAC’s Development and Communications Manager
The NorthWest Avalanche Center (NWAC) stands as a critical organization dedicated to public safety in the winter backcountry. Central to…
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…
