Safety
May 17, 2026
North American Mountain Reports
National Park Service Issues Bear Safety Reminder Ahead of Peak Season
The National Park Service (NPS) is proactively issuing a critical bear safety reminder to the public as the nation’s parks…
May 17, 2026
North American Mountain Reports
Yellowstone Bison’s Towering Presence Rivals Full-Size Pickup Trucks, Highlighting Park’s Majestic Wildlife and Safety Imperatives
Yellowstone National Park, a jewel of the American West, draws millions of visitors annually, captivated by its dramatic landscapes, including…
May 17, 2026
Mountain Safety and Avalanche Science
NWAC’s Volunteer Program Offers Significant Rewards, Including Professional Avalanche Education
The Northwest Avalanche Center (NWAC) is actively seeking dedicated volunteers to support its vital mission, offering a robust rewards program…
May 17, 2026
Mountain Safety and Avalanche Science
Fifty Years of Safeguarding the Cascades: The Northwest Avalanche Center’s Enduring Legacy
The 2025-26 winter season marks a significant milestone for the Northwest Avalanche Center (NWAC), celebrating half a century of dedicated…
May 16, 2026
North American Mountain Reports
Yellowstone National Park Officials Urge Visitors to Plan Ahead for Summer to Ensure Safety and Preserve Iconic Landscape
Yellowstone National Park officials are issuing a critical advisory to prospective summer visitors, emphasizing the paramount importance of thorough planning…
May 16, 2026
Mountain Safety and Avalanche Science
The Winter 2024-2025 Snowpack Outlook: Navigating Weak La Niña Signals and Shifting Ocean Temperatures
The winter of 2024-2025 presents a complex forecasting landscape for Pacific Northwest snowpack enthusiasts and stakeholders, as the anticipated weak…
May 16, 2026
Mountain Safety and Avalanche Science
The Northwest Avalanche Center Spearheads National Initiative to Modernize Avalanche Forecasting and Mountain Safety Information
The Northwest Avalanche Center (NWAC) is at the forefront of a significant national undertaking to revolutionize how avalanche and mountain…
May 16, 2026
Mountain Safety and Avalanche Science
Celebrating a Half-Century of Safety and Community: NWAC Rings in Winter with Landmark Events and a Look Towards the Future
The Northwest Avalanche Center (NWAC) has successfully concluded a fall event season marked by significant milestones, including its 50th anniversary…
May 14, 2026
Winter Sports Industry and Business
Manslaughter Verdict in Flaine Skiing Fatality Sparks Global Debate Over Piste Safety and Reckless Behavior
On May 6, 2026, the Bonneville judicial court in Haute-Savoie, France, delivered a significant verdict in a case that has…
May 11, 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 50 years of dedicated…
