Science
July 25, 2026
Mountain Safety and Avalanche Science
Fifty Years of Vigilance: The Northwest Avalanche Center’s Enduring Legacy in Avalanche Forecasting
The 2025-26 winter season marks a significant milestone for the Northwest Avalanche Center (NWAC): 50 years of dedicated service to…
July 24, 2026
Mountain Safety and Avalanche Science
The Winter 2024-2025 Snowpack Outlook: Navigating a Weak La Niña and the Nuances of ENSO
The winter of 2024-2025 is shaping up to be a complex meteorological puzzle for the Pacific Northwest, as forecasters analyze…
July 24, 2026
Mountain Safety and Avalanche Science
NWAC Spearheads National Effort to Modernize Avalanche Forecasting with Collaborative Digital Tools
The Northwest Avalanche Center (NWAC) is at the forefront of a significant initiative to streamline and modernize the delivery of…
July 23, 2026
Mountain Safety and Avalanche Science
Fifty Years of Avalanche Safety: A Legacy of Forecasting and Education
This year marks a significant milestone for the Northwest Avalanche Center (NWAC), celebrating five decades of dedicated service in providing…
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 19, 2026
Sustainability and Mountain Environment
Snow, Science, and a Sacred Arctic
On the frigid expanse of Alaska’s North Slope, a specialized team of researchers recently concluded a critical mission at the…
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…
