El Niño Brings Deep Snow to PNW: Winter Projection Interpretations by a Washington Ski Guide

My goal is to temper present current forecast interpretations and offer local PNW backcountry skiers and splitboarders on Washington Ski Guide’s perspective on El Niño.

You've probably have already checked out the seasonal snowfall projections from the NOAA Weather Prediction Center for this winter. A quick glance might deliver some less-than-ideal news for those of us craving powder. Words like "warmer than average" or "drier than normal" can easily trigger a premature bout of pre-season blues. But hold off on those travel plans to Colorado for now – I have a different perspective that might reignite your excitement for your local backcountry terrain in Washington Cascades.

Avy Ed, CoursesMark AllenOctober 27, 2023backcountry ski, Tech Tip

The ATES Scale - Simple Terrain - Part 1 of 3

The ATES tool was developed to better translate avalanche hazard to the public and to allow backcountry travelers to select appropriate terrain for the day based on their group experience and risk profile. In this edition of The Bureau Blog, learn more about the ATES tool, how to use it, and take a close look at SIMPLE terrain.

Courses, Custom Guiding, Avy EdMark AllenSeptember 24, 2021backcountry ski, AIARE