Safety
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 13, 2026
Ski Training and Physical Health
Maximizing Ski Season Performance and Safety through Comprehensive Year-Round Conditioning and Modern Orthopedic Strategies
The annual transition from autumnal preparations to the first descent of the winter season represents a critical window for alpine…
April 13, 2026
European Ski Resort News
AvalancheClarity App Revolutionizes Off-Piste Safety Information Accessibility Across Europe
London, UK – April 5, 2026 – In a significant development for winter sports enthusiasts venturing off-piste, a new free…
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…
April 12, 2026
Ski Training and Physical Health
The Biomechanics of Prevention: Dr. Greg Lichtman on Reducing ACL Injuries and the Future of Ski Safety
The intersection of high-performance athletics and orthopedic medicine has long focused on the "repair" phase of injury—the surgical techniques and…
April 12, 2026
Mountain Safety and Avalanche Science
Rusty Rustigian’s Enduring Commitment Fuels Technological Innovation and Safety at NWAC
Rusty Rustigian’s journey with the Northwest Avalanche Center (NWAC) is a testament to dedication, evolving expertise, and a profound commitment…