Sidecountry Rated R
The allure of untamed snow beckons skiers and snowboarders beyond the meticulously groomed runs and controlled environments of ski resorts. This phenomenon, commonly referred to as "sidecountry" or "backcountry" skiing,…
Nick Meyers Featured on Popular Mechanics Cover for Expertise in Avalanche Rescue
Nick Meyers, a prominent figure in mountaineering safety and a seasoned expert in avalanche preparedness, has achieved significant national recognition through his appearance on the cover of the esteemed Popular…
Cutler, a Beloved Avalanche Dog, Honored for a Decade of Service on Mount Washington
The mountain community is mourning the loss of Cutler, a distinguished avalanche rescue dog who dedicated 11 years of his life to ensuring the safety of visitors in the White…
Bruce Tremper Retires as Director of Utah Avalanche Center After Nearly Three Decades of Service, Mark Staples to Assume Leadership
The Utah Avalanche Center (UAC) has announced the impending retirement of its long-serving Director, Bruce Tremper, effective at the close of August. Tremper, a towering figure in avalanche safety and…
Utah Avalanche Center Unveils Comprehensive Overhaul of "Know Before You Go" Youth Avalanche Education Program
The Utah Avalanche Center (UAC) has announced a significant and comprehensive update to its widely recognized "Know Before You Go" (KBYG) video and youth avalanche education program. This ambitious project,…
New Educational Video Explains North American Avalanche Danger Scale to Enhance Backcountry Safety
A newly released educational video aims to demystify the North American Avalanche Danger Scale, providing backcountry enthusiasts with critical knowledge to better understand and utilize the scale for minimizing avalanche…
The Remarkable Stability of U.S. Avalanche Fatalities Amidst Exponential Backcountry Growth
The winter of 1994/95 marked a vastly different era for backcountry recreation in the United States. The landscape of avalanche forecasting and backcountry access was nascent, with only a handful…
Sidecountry: Rated R
The allure of untouched powder, the thrill of fresh tracks, and the promise of an expansive, untamed mountain experience are drawing an increasing number of skiers and snowboarders beyond the…
Nick Meyers, Director of the Mount Shasta Avalanche Center and Lead Climbing Ranger on Mount Shasta, Featured on Popular Mechanics Cover
The esteemed Mount Shasta Avalanche Center (MSAC) has proudly announced that its Director, Nick Meyers, a seasoned expert in high-altitude safety and avalanche rescue, has graced the cover of the…
New Educational Video Released on Avalanche Problems to Enhance Avalanche Safety Advisories
A significant advancement in avalanche safety education has been announced with the release of a new, comprehensive video detailing the application of "Avalanche Problems" within daily avalanche advisories. This innovative…
