Safety

The Northwest Avalanche Center Leads National Effort to Modernize Avalanche Forecasting

The Northwest Avalanche Center (NWAC) is at the forefront of a significant initiative to overhaul and modernize how avalanche and…

NWAC Celebrates 50 Years of Avalanche Forecasting with a Series of Engaging Community Events

The Northwest Avalanche Center (NWAC) has concluded a fall event season marked by significant community engagement and a deep dive…

Unprecedented Savings: Sweet Protection Trooper 2Vi MIPS Helmet Marks Significant Shift in Premium Ski Safety Accessibility

The ski industry is currently observing a notable market event as the Sweet Protection Trooper 2Vi MIPS helmet, a flagship…

A Poem Celebrates 50 Years of the Northwest Avalanche Center

October 2025 marks a significant milestone for avalanche safety and forecasting in the Pacific Northwest, as the Northwest Avalanche Center…

The Science of Safety: Dr. Greg Lichtman on Preventing ACL Injuries and Enhancing Longevity on the Slopes

The traditional gap year for an aspiring professional in the ski industry typically involves bumping chairs on a lift line…

Rusty Rustigian: A Decade of Dedication and Digital Innovation at NWAC

Rusty Rustigian’s journey with the Northwest Avalanche Center (NWAC) is a compelling narrative of evolving commitment, marked by his return…

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…

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…

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…

Yosemite National Park’s Bear Spray Ban: Understanding the Policy and Visitor Safety Protocols

Yosemite National Park, a sanctuary renowned for its towering granite cliffs, cascading waterfalls, and abundant wildlife, is home to an…