Science
April 25, 2026
FIS Alpine World Cup News
Alterra Mountain Company Becomes First U.S. Ski Company Verified by Science Based Targets Initiative, Releases 2025 Impact Report
Alterra Mountain Company, a leading North American ski operator, has made a significant stride in environmental stewardship by becoming the…
April 25, 2026
Mountain Safety and Avalanche Science
NWAC Launches Robust Volunteer Program Offering Elite Avalanche Education and Membership Perks
The Northwest Avalanche Center (NWAC) has unveiled an expanded and enhanced volunteer program designed to express profound gratitude for its…
April 25, 2026
Mountain Safety and Avalanche Science
Honoring a Legacy of Avalanche Forecasting in the Pacific Northwest
The 2025-26 season marks a monumental milestone for the Northwest Avalanche Center (NWAC) as it commemorates 50 years of dedicated…
April 25, 2026
Mountain Safety and Avalanche Science
Winter Outlook: Navigating the Nuances of ENSO and Pacific Northwest Snowpack
The winter of 2024-2025 presents a complex meteorological puzzle for the Pacific Northwest, with forecasters emphasizing that a weak La…
April 24, 2026
Mountain Safety and Avalanche Science
The Northwest Avalanche Center Leads National Effort to Modernize Avalanche Forecasting
The Northwest Avalanche Center (NWAC) is at the forefront of a significant initiative to overhaul and modernize how avalanche and…
April 24, 2026
Mountain Safety and Avalanche Science
NWAC Celebrates 50 Years of Avalanche Forecasting with a Series of Engaging Community Events
The Northwest Avalanche Center (NWAC) has concluded a fall event season marked by significant community engagement and a deep dive…
April 21, 2026
Sustainability and Mountain Environment
A Comprehensive Analysis of Federal Policy Shifts Impacting Clean Energy Climate Science and Public Lands Management
In a rapid series of executive and departmental maneuvers, the federal government has initiated a sweeping realignment of United States…
April 20, 2026
Mountain Safety and Avalanche Science
A Poem Celebrates 50 Years of the Northwest Avalanche Center
October 2025 marks a significant milestone for avalanche safety and forecasting in the Pacific Northwest, as the Northwest Avalanche Center…
April 19, 2026
Ski Training and Physical Health
The Science of Safety: Dr. Greg Lichtman on Preventing ACL Injuries and Enhancing Longevity on the Slopes
The traditional gap year for an aspiring professional in the ski industry typically involves bumping chairs on a lift line…
April 19, 2026
Mountain Safety and Avalanche Science
Rusty Rustigian: A Decade of Dedication and Digital Innovation at NWAC
Rusty Rustigian’s journey with the Northwest Avalanche Center (NWAC) is a compelling narrative of evolving commitment, marked by his return…
