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New NWAC Volunteer and Communications Coordinator Brings Passion for Mission-Driven Work and Outdoor Industry to the Pacific Northwest

The Northwest Avalanche Center (NWAC) has announced the appointment of its new Volunteer and Communications Coordinator, a role poised to…

NWAC’s Volunteer Program Offers Significant Rewards, Including Professional Avalanche Education

The Northwest Avalanche Center (NWAC) is actively seeking dedicated volunteers to support its vital mission, offering a robust rewards program…

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

The 2025-26 winter season marks a significant milestone for the Northwest Avalanche Center (NWAC), celebrating half a century of dedicated…

The Winter 2024-2025 Snowpack Outlook: Navigating Weak La Niña Signals and Shifting Ocean Temperatures

The winter of 2024-2025 presents a complex forecasting landscape for Pacific Northwest snowpack enthusiasts and stakeholders, as the anticipated weak…

The Northwest Avalanche Center Spearheads National Initiative to Modernize Avalanche Forecasting and Mountain Safety Information

The Northwest Avalanche Center (NWAC) is at the forefront of a significant national undertaking to revolutionize how avalanche and mountain…

Celebrating a Half-Century of Safety and Community: NWAC Rings in Winter with Landmark Events and a Look Towards the Future

The Northwest Avalanche Center (NWAC) has successfully concluded a fall event season marked by significant milestones, including its 50th anniversary…

The Science of Year-Round Conditioning Mastering the Side Plank Test and Essential Exercises for Peak Ski Season Performance

The transition from the final spring thaw to the first dusting of winter powder represents a critical period for alpine…

The Science of Ski Fitness and Injury Prevention: Modern Approaches to Conditioning Gear and Long-Term Joint Health

As the 2024-2025 winter sports season commences, millions of enthusiasts are returning to the slopes, often grappling with the physical…

A Half-Century of Safeguarding Winter Travelers: NWAC Celebrates 50 Years of Avalanche Forecasting and Education

October 2025 marks a significant milestone for the Northwest Avalanche Center (NWAC), as the organization commemorates 50 years of dedicated…

NWAC Development and Communications Manager Shares Insights on Mission-Driven Work and the Evolving Landscape of Avalanche Safety

The NorthWest Avalanche Center (NWAC) is a vital organization dedicated to providing critical avalanche forecasts and safety information to the…