Safety
May 23, 2026
Mountain Safety and Avalanche Science
NWAC Leads National Initiative to Modernize Avalanche Forecast Delivery
The Northwest Avalanche Center (NWAC) is spearheading a significant national effort to streamline and modernize how avalanche and mountain weather…
May 23, 2026
Mountain Safety and Avalanche Science
NWAC Celebrates 50 Years of Avalanche Forecasting with a Robust Fall Event Season
The Northwest Avalanche Center (NWAC) has marked its 50th anniversary with a series of successful fall events designed to foster…
May 21, 2026
North American Mountain Reports
A Disoriented Deer on a French Roadway Sparks Wildlife Safety Campaign
French traffic authorities have leveraged a striking viral video depicting a deer exhibiting extreme disorientation and erratic behavior on a…
May 21, 2026
Ski Gear and Technical Reviews
Unprecedented Off-Season Discount Positions Sweet Protection Trooper 2Vi MIPS as Benchmark for Accessible Premium Ski Safety
The ski industry is currently observing a significant market event as the Sweet Protection Trooper 2Vi MIPS helmet, a leading…
May 20, 2026
FIS Alpine World Cup News
FIS and Kelly Brush Foundation partner to improve ski racing safety and expand Para Snowsports
The International Ski and Snowboard Federation (FIS) and the Kelly Brush Foundation (KBF) have announced a pivotal Memorandum of Understanding…
May 19, 2026
Mountain Safety and Avalanche Science
A Half-Century of Safeguarding Winter Travelers: NWAC Celebrates 50 Years of Avalanche Forecasting and Education
October 2025 marks a significant milestone for the Northwest Avalanche Center (NWAC), as the organization commemorates its 50th anniversary. What…
May 18, 2026
Mountain Safety and Avalanche Science
Rusty Rustigian Returns to NWAC, Spearheading Crucial Technological Advancements for Avalanche Safety
Rusty Rustigian has returned to the Northwest Avalanche Center (NWAC), taking on the vital role of Product Manager. This strategic…
May 18, 2026
Mountain Safety and Avalanche Science
NWAC’s Development and Communications Manager Shares Insights into Mission-Driven Work and the Evolving Landscape of Avalanche Safety
The Northwest Avalanche Center (NWAC) is a vital organization dedicated to public safety in the mountainous regions of Washington and…
May 18, 2026
North American Mountain Reports
Fatzer AG’s Innovative In-House Chairlift Revolutionizes Steel Rope Testing and Safety Standards
In a move that underscores its unwavering commitment to product excellence and pioneering safety, Fatzer AG, a globally recognized leader…
May 18, 2026
Mountain Safety and Avalanche Science
New NWAC Volunteer and Communications Coordinator Brings Passion for Mission-Driven Work and Outdoor Industry to the Pacific Northwest
The Northwest Avalanche Center (NWAC) has announced the appointment of its new Volunteer and Communications Coordinator, a role poised to…
