Sidecountry Rated R
The allure of untamed powder and expansive, open terrain beckons many skiers and snowboarders beyond the meticulously groomed slopes and avalanche-controlled boundaries of established ski resorts. This phenomenon, often termed…
Mount Shasta Avalanche Center Director Nick Meyers Featured on Popular Mechanics Cover
The prestigious Mount Shasta Avalanche Center (MSAC) is once again bringing national attention to the critical work of avalanche safety and mountain rescue, this time through its esteemed Director, Nick…
Bruce Tremper Retires After Nearly Three Decades Leading Utah Avalanche Center, Mark Staples Appointed Successor
The Utah Avalanche Center (UAC) is entering a new era as Bruce Tremper, a towering figure in avalanche safety and forecasting, announces his retirement from the U.S. Forest Service at…
New Educational Video Enhances Understanding of Avalanche Problems in Daily Advisories
A significant advancement in avalanche safety education has been released with the debut of a comprehensive video detailing the critical role of "Avalanche Problems" within daily avalanche advisories. This new…
The Rebirth of an Avalanche Center: Flathead Avalanche Center Achieves Daily Advisories Through Dedication and Community Support
The Flathead Avalanche Center (FAC) has achieved a significant milestone, now providing daily avalanche advisories for the Flathead National Forest and portions of Glacier National Park. This achievement is the…
New Educational Video Released to Enhance Understanding of North American Avalanche Danger Scale
A newly released educational video is set to demystify the North American Avalanche Danger Scale, offering backcountry enthusiasts a clearer understanding of its intricacies and empowering them to make more…