Trailhead Outreach

The primary goal of this program is to reach winter backcountry recreationists at local trailheads and inform them of the forecasting services and education opportunities the center provides to their community. NWAC’s Trailhead Outreach Program’s success is driven by its simplicity – volunteers connect with recreationists at popular trailheads with easy access to avalanche terrain. We train volunteers to set-up tents and tables with outreach information and to engage with the public.

This program wouldn’t be possible without the support of volunteers, so please consider joining NWAC at a Trailhead Outreach event this season!

2024/25 Information

Program Dates: Saturdays and Sundays from December to late March

Time: 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM 

Locations: Various trailheads across NWAC’s forecasting region including locations at Snoqualmie Pass, Stevens Pass, Mt Baker, Mt Hood, Hurricane Ridge, and the Mountain Loop Highway. 

Training Dates

Volunteers will need to complete a 1-hour self paced online training. This training will cover program details, changes, and the sign-up process. 

If you would like to volunteer but have questions about access or accommodations for any of these roles please email NWAC’s Education Manager, devon@nwac.us.


Have questions about Trailhead Outreach?

Contact NWAC’s Education Manager, devon@nwac.us


The data collected from these events can be found below.

NWAC THO Data 2017-2020