December 20th, 2024

The avalanche danger is CONSIDERABLE. Wednesday’s wind caused natural slab avalanches to release near ridgelines and stiffened the snow surface in many areas. These slabs rest on a variety of weak snow layers.

Sunshine and warm temperatures may initiate loose snow avalanches. These are most likely on wind-sheltered, rocky slopes that directly face the sun. These avalanches could be surprisingly powerful in large avalanche paths. Watch for roller balls or small sluffs; these are your only warning signs that larger or more widespread avalanche activity may occur. 

Saturday December 21
9:00 am – 12:00 pm
Intro to Avalanches Field Day
Snra HQ Parking Lot, Ketchum, ID 83340, United States

Field day covering avalanche rescue basics, snowpack layering, avalanche terrain identification, and basic backcountry travel. Participants must attend an Intro to Avalanches lecture prior to participating in the field day. $50 suggested donation to FSAC to cover instructor costs. We use a pre-registration system for courses due to high demand. Please sign up for a field day using this Google Form.

https://www.facebook.com/events/887525316524609/

Tuesday January 7
6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Intro to Avalanches Presentation
White Dog Brewing Boise

Join the Friends of the Sawtooth Avalanche Center for a 90 minute presentation based on the Know Before You Go platform, introducing basic concepts about snow, avalanches, and traveling safely in and near avalanche terrain. Learn from the Friends of SAC instructor team of snow experts, mountain guides, and experienced avalanche educators. We invite everyone to join if you’re learning about avalanches for the first time or are a seasoned backcountry user.

Also have a chance at 2 full days of Heli Skiing with Sun Valley Heli Ski in a killer raffle!

https://www.facebook.com/events/1771897946996260/

Wednesday January 8
6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Intro to Avalanches Presentation
Liberty Theatre

Join the Friends of the Sawtooth Avalanche Center for a 90 minute presentation based on the Know Before You Go platform, introducing basic concepts about snow, avalanches, and traveling safely in and near avalanche terrain. Learn from the Friends of SAC instructor team of snow experts, mountain guides, and experienced avalanche educators. We invite everyone to join if you’re learning about avalanches for the first time or are a seasoned backcountry user.

https://www.facebook.com/events/590352166809873/

Saturday January 11
9:00 am – 12:00 pm
Intro to Avalanches Field Day
Snra HQ Employee Parking Lot, Ketchum, ID 83340, United States

Field day covering avalanche rescue basics, snowpack layering, avalanche terrain identification, and basic backcountry travel. Participants must attend an Intro to Avalanches lecture prior to participating in the field day. $50 suggested donation to FSAC to cover instructor costs. We use a pre-registration system for courses due to high demand. Please sign up for a field day using this Google Form.

https://www.facebook.com/events/1338829197276824/

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