Science
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…
July 17, 2026
Mountain Safety and Avalanche Science
The 2025-2026 Winter Outlook: Navigating ENSO’s Subtle Signals for Pacific Northwest Snowpack
The winter of 2024-2025 served as a stark reminder that a weak La Niña does not automatically guarantee the deep,…
July 17, 2026
Mountain Safety and Avalanche Science
The Northwest Avalanche Center (NWAC) Spearheads National Initiative to Modernize Avalanche Forecasting and Mountain Safety Information
The Northwest Avalanche Center (NWAC) is at the forefront of a significant technological advancement aimed at revolutionizing how avalanche and…
July 16, 2026
Mountain Safety and Avalanche Science
NWAC Celebrates 50 Years of Avalanche Forecasting with a Vibrant Fall Event Season
The Northwest Avalanche Center (NWAC) marked a significant milestone this past fall, celebrating its 50th anniversary of providing critical avalanche…
July 16, 2026
Mountain Safety and Avalanche Science
A Poem for Fifty Years: The Enduring Legacy and Evolution of the Northwest Avalanche Center
Fifty years, a significant milestone, is being celebrated by the Northwest Avalanche Center (NWAC), a testament to its enduring mission…
