Tuesday, April 1st, 2025:

Triggering a wind slab avalanche one foot thick is possible above 7000′, especially on east-facing terrain. A recently buried weak layer could make wind slabs more reactive. Pay attention to red flags like cracking and collapsing where you find a wind slab. In areas not affected by the wind, watch for small, dry loose avalanches (sluff) in terrain steeper than 35 degrees, especially if the sun pops out this morning.

The next Avalanche Forecast will be issued Thursday, April 3rd

Understanding Avalanche Safety Preparedness – 5-Minute Survey for Motorized Users

Eastern Oregon University is conducting a survey to better understand avalanche safety preparedness among motorized backcountry users like you. Your feedback will help us learn more about who is purchasing and practicing with avalanche rescue gear (beacon, probe, shovel) and participating in avalanche education—and why some riders aren’t.  The survey is confidential and anonymous. Go to the survey here. 

SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES- We offer basic sponsorships for cash or donated items that get your business listed on our website and featured throughout the season on our social media posts as well as a limited number of daily sponsorships that feature a listing, link, and exposure on the daily advisory, email, and in our social media posts.   If you would like to find out which option is best for your business and want to help support avalanche forecasting in the West Central Mountains for the 24/25 season, contact [email protected] for more information.  It’s a great way to get exposure for your company with our audience. All donations are tax deductible, the Friends are a registered 501(c)3 entity.
Sponsor Levels
Trailer sponsor-$2000 (cash only)
Daily Advisory Sponsor-$1250 (cash or donated goods)
Other corporate and individual donors will be featured on our Sponsor’s page
 

SUPPORT THE PAC – Your continued support is essential to keeping the PAC up and running. Find out about our new membership program and other ways to support local avalanche forecasting by reaching out to [email protected], or click the Donate button at the top of the page. Your contribution helps the PAC provide you with the info you need to be safe in the mountains.