Safety
July 22, 2026
North American Mountain Reports
Extreme Winds Threaten Mountain Biker’s Safety at Polish Resort as Tree Falls Near Chairlift
Extreme weather conditions recently created a harrowing situation at the Złoty Groń ski and bike resort in Poland, when powerful…
July 22, 2026
FIS Alpine World Cup News
Sam Streletsky Joins Kelly Brush Foundation to Lead Ski Racing Safety
The Kelly Brush Foundation (KBF), a Vermont-based nonprofit dedicated to improving ski racing safety and empowering individuals with spinal cord…
July 21, 2026
FIS Alpine World Cup News
FIS Homologation: The Unseen Crucible Forging Safety and Fairness on the World’s Alpine Ski Racing Stages
Before any ski area can aspire to host an international alpine race, from a local FIS event to the prestigious…
July 21, 2026
Winter Sports Industry and Business
Autonomous Drone Technology Set to Redefine Alpine Safety Standards Following Successful Trials in Val Thorens
The integration of autonomous aerial systems into the high-altitude environment of the French Alps has marked a significant milestone in…
July 20, 2026
Freeride and Backcountry Exploration
Fatal Lightning Strike Claims Hiker on American Fork Twin Peaks, Sparking Urgent Mountain Safety Reminders
A summer thunderstorm above Utah’s renowned Alta and Snowbird resorts turned tragically fatal on Saturday afternoon when a 59-year-old hiker…
July 20, 2026
Mountain Safety and Avalanche Science
Rusty Rustigian Returns to NWAC, Spearheading Technological Advancement in Avalanche Safety
Rusty Rustigian has returned to the Northwest Avalanche Center (NWAC) in a pivotal role as Product Manager, bringing with him…
July 19, 2026
Mountain Safety and Avalanche Science
NWAC’s Development and Communications Manager Shares Insights on Mission-Driven Work and the Evolving Backcountry Community
The Washington Avalanche Center (NWAC) is a vital organization dedicated to providing avalanche forecasts and safety information to backcountry enthusiasts…
July 19, 2026
Mountain Safety and Avalanche Science
A New Era of Outreach and Safety Dawns at NWAC with the Arrival of New Volunteer and Communications Coordinator
The Northwest Avalanche Center (NWAC) has welcomed a new Volunteer and Communications Coordinator, marking a significant step in the organization’s…
July 18, 2026
Mountain Safety and Avalanche Science
NWAC Empowers Avalanche Safety Through Robust Volunteer Program Offering Advanced Training Opportunities
The Northwest Avalanche Center (NWAC) is actively cultivating a community of dedicated individuals through its comprehensive volunteer program, offering significant…
July 17, 2026
Mountain Safety and Avalanche Science
Fifty Years of Vigilance: The Northwest Avalanche Center’s Enduring Legacy of Mountain Safety
The 2025-26 winter season marks a monumental occasion for the Northwest Avalanche Center (NWAC) as it celebrates five decades of…
