Science

The Science and Strategy of Preseason Ski Conditioning: Reducing Injury Risk and Maximizing Alpine Performance

As the autumn equinox passes and temperatures begin to drop across the Northern Hemisphere, the transition from summer recreation to…

NWAC Cultivates Community and Expertise Through Rewarding Volunteer Program

The Northwest Avalanche Center (NWAC) is amplifying its critical mission of avalanche forecasting and safety education through a robust volunteer…

Fifty Years of Safeguarding the Cascades: The Northwest Avalanche Center’s Enduring Legacy

The 2025-26 winter season marks a half-century of dedicated service by the Northwest Avalanche Center (NWAC), an organization that has…

The Winter 2024-25 Outlook: Navigating a Weak La Niña and Its Impact on Pacific Northwest Snowpack

The winter of 2024-25 presents a complex forecast for the Pacific Northwest, with early indications pointing towards a weak La…

The Northwest Avalanche Center Leads National Effort to Modernize Avalanche Forecasting and Mountain Safety Information

The Northwest Avalanche Center (NWAC) is spearheading a significant national initiative to revolutionize how avalanche and mountain weather forecasts are…

NWAC Celebrates a Milestone 50th Anniversary with a Series of Engaging Community Events and Educational Initiatives

The Northwest Avalanche Center (NWAC) has concluded a fall season marked by robust community engagement, comprehensive avalanche education, and a…

A Half-Century of Snow Safety: NWAC’s Journey from Humble Beginnings to Lifesaving Expertise

Fifty years of dedicated service in forecasting and mitigating avalanche risk marks a significant milestone for the Northwest Avalanche Center…

NWAC Celebrates 50 Years of Avalanche Forecasting with a Vibrant Fall Event Season

The Northwest Avalanche Center (NWAC) has concluded a highly successful fall event season, marked by increased community engagement, vital educational…

A Poem to Celebrate 50 Years of NWAC, Written by Mark Moore (NWAC Co-founder), October 2025

Fifty years represents a significant milestone for the Northwest Avalanche Center (NWAC), an organization dedicated to avalanche forecasting and safety…

A Poem for 50 Years: NWAC’s Journey from a Dream to a Lifesaving Institution

October 2025 marks a significant milestone for the Northwest Avalanche Center (NWAC), celebrating five decades of dedicated service in safeguarding…