Science
June 28, 2026
Ski Training and Physical Health
From Olympic Gold to AI Recovery Jonny Moseley Redefines the Science of Longevity in Professional Skiing
The landscape of professional skiing has undergone a radical transformation since the late 1990s, transitioning from a sport defined by…
June 28, 2026
Mountain Safety and Avalanche Science
Forecasting the Pacific Northwest’s Winter Snowpack: A Nuanced Look at ENSO and Marine Conditions
The winter of 2024-2025 in the Pacific Northwest is shaping up to be a complex interplay of atmospheric and oceanic…
June 28, 2026
Mountain Safety and Avalanche Science
Northwest Avalanche Center Spearheads National Initiative to Modernize Avalanche Forecasting and Mountain Information Access
The Northwest Avalanche Center (NWAC) is at the forefront of a significant national effort to revolutionize how avalanche and mountain…
June 28, 2026
Mountain Safety and Avalanche Science
NWAC Celebrates 50 Years of Avalanche Forecasting with a Jam-Packed Fall Event Season
The Northwest Avalanche Center (NWAC) has capped off a significant fall season, marked by a series of community-focused events that…
June 28, 2026
Mountain Safety and Avalanche Science
Fifty Years of Safeguarding Winter Travelers: The NWAC’s Enduring Legacy
October 2025 marks a significant milestone for the Northwest Avalanche Center (NWAC), as the organization commemorates half a century of…
June 23, 2026
Sustainability and Mountain Environment
Trump Administration Accelerates Energy Policy Shift with Offshore Wind Moratorium Climate Science Cuts and Expanded Drilling Proposals
The United States federal government has initiated a series of sweeping executive and departmental actions aimed at dismantling the previous…
June 23, 2026
Mountain Safety and Avalanche Science
Rusty Rustigian’s Return to NWAC Marks New Era of Technological Advancement and Collaborative Safety
Rusty Rustigian has returned to the Northwest Avalanche Center (NWAC), bringing with him a wealth of experience and a forward-thinking…
June 23, 2026
Ski Training and Physical Health
The Science of Ski Readiness From Pre Season Conditioning to Advanced Injury Prevention and Equipment Technology
The transition from the vibrant colors of autumn to the first snowfall often triggers a frantic rush among winter sports…
June 23, 2026
Mountain Safety and Avalanche Science
NWAC Development & Communications Manager Reflects on 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 the Pacific…
June 22, 2026
Mountain Safety and Avalanche Science
New Volunteer and Communications Coordinator Joins NWAC to Enhance Outreach and Safety Education
The Northwest Avalanche Center (NWAC) has welcomed a new Volunteer and Communications Coordinator, a strategic appointment aimed at bolstering the…
