NWAC is a community-supported avalanche center. As an NWAC member, you directly support the forecast you use on every backcountry adventure.
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NWAC is a 501-c3 Non-Profit. Our tax identification number is #91-1971688.
2023-24 Membership Gifts
28L s or 30L
Membership Levels
Trailhead
$30-99
Discounts to NWAC events
Entrance to exclusive members events and education
Treeline
$100-$249
Membership t-shirt or hat
Discounts to NWAC events
Entrance to exclusive members events and education
Ridgeline
$250-499
Membership sweatshirt
Discounts to NWAC events
Entrance to exclusive members events and education
Alpine
$500-999
NWAC Branded Outdoor Research Vigor Plus Jacket
Discounts to NWAC events
Entrance to exclusive members events and education
Summit
$1000+
NWAC Branded Ortovox 28l s or 30l Tour Rider Backpack or NWAC Branded Outdoor Research Vigor Plus Jacket
Membership t-shirt
Discounts to NWAC events
Entrance to exclusive members events and education
“I firmly believe that we are all better off if we spend time in the mountains – and NWAC’s main function is to provide our community foundational tools to get them outside in the snow. Problem solving to better equip all of us in the PNW, in the everchanging backcountry space, is what keeps me interested.”
Scott Schell, NWAC Executive Director
Current Members
If you have questions about your membership or would like to upgrade to a higher-level membership, please contact liz@nwac.us
Keep Up With NWAC
Read our Annual Report
Discover avalanche statistics, explore our education strategy and learn about our center development plans
Read our Strategic Plan
The five bold goals laid out in our strategic plan remain true to our core mission, while guiding NWAC’s vision through the dynamic world ahead of us.
Follow us on Social Media
Explore with your fellow backcountry adventurers and stay up to date on news and announcements
The Impact of Your Membership
Mountain Weather and Avalanche Forecasts
Throughout the winter, NWAC produces daily avalanche and weather forecasts to communicate avalanche danger throughout the Washington Cascades, Olympics, and Mt. Hood area.
Weather Stations
Together with our partners at SnowTel, NWAC offers real-time insights into changing mountain weather conditions with the largest mountain weather station network in North America.
Education Opportunities
NWAC provides hundreds of educational opportunities annually from introductory classes to in-depth workshops. We work with new and experienced backcountry travelers to build a community invested in ongoing education.
Ongoing Outreach
We host a variety of events for the backcountry community to connect our members and industry partners in new and innovative ways so we can continue to inspire future generations of adventurers.
Other Ways to Give
Community support, in all of its forms, is the foundation of the Northwest Avalanche Center. Consider submitting an observation for your next day out, attending or volunteering at an event, or gifting a membership to your loved ones.
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