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The Utah Avalanche Center (UAC) is pleased to announce the appointment of Nazz Kurth as its new Executive Director. Following an extensive nationwide search, Kurth has been selected to lead the organization as it continues its mission of providing avalanche forecasting, education, and awareness to help keep Utah's backcountry users safe. Kurth brings more than two decades of executive leadership experience in the outdoor industry and a lifelong passion for the mountains. He officially joined the Utah Avalanche Center on June 15th and will oversee the nonprofit organization while working …

Permanent Seasonal Hiring Outreach Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest Utah Avalanche Center Location(s) – Salt Lake, Kamas Meteorological Technician - Avalanche Specialist, GS-1341-08, 13/13 The UWC National Forest Utah Avalanche Center intends to fill up to two (2) Meteorological Technician - Avalanche Specialist GS-1341-08, Permanent Seasonal positions. The vacancy is open on USAJOBS from June 29 through July 6, 2026. The positions are located on the Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest in Salt Lake City, UT, and in Kamas, UT. The incumbents serve as Meteorological …

Seasonal Hiring Outreach Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest Utah Avalanche Center Location(s) – Logan, Ogden, Kamas Meteorological Technician - Avalanche Specialist, GS-1341-08 The UWC National Forest Utah Avalanche Center intends to fill up to three (3) Meteorological Technician - Avalanche Specialist GS-1341-08, seasonal 1039 positions for the 2026-27 winter season. The vacancy is open on USAJOBS from July 1 through July 14, 2026. Applicants are strongly encouraged to contact Paige Pagnucco, UAC Director, at [email protected] for more information. The …

On behalf of the Board of Directors, I want to share an important leadership update for the Utah Avalanche Center. After two impactful years, Caroline Miller will be stepping down from her role as Executive Director to pursue a role in Alaska. We are deeply grateful for Caroline’s leadership, dedication, and the many contributions she has made to the organization during her tenure. On behalf of all of us at the UAC, including our board, staff, and forecasters, thank you, Caroline. It has been an honor to work alongside you, and we look forward to all that lies ahead for you and your family …

The danger roses for the Salt Lake mountains Summary: Two to three feet of snowfall from Wednesday, April 1, and Thursday, April 2, became reactive on Friday, April 3, with numerous human-triggered avalanches occurring. Avalanches involving wet-loose snow were reported throughout much of the week, and soft slab avalanches involving dry snow were triggered through Tuesday, April 7. Friday, April 3: A very active day with 18 reported human-triggered avalanches, where 10 riders were caught and carried. One skier sustained injuries that required an evacuation by helicopter. The largest …

Week in Review for Friday, March 27th - Thursday, April 2nd, 2026 Summary: The week started with our first night of below-freezing temperatures in 10 days. Temperatures warmed through the weekend, and wet snow avalanches continued. Snow coverage took a serious hit over the last two weeks, leaving many sunny slopes bare. Early in the week, conditions began to change with cooling temperatures, cloudy skies, and a return to active winter weather. Friday, March 27: The weekend kicked off with our first night of below-freezing temperatures in 10 days. Snow surfaces saw a strong, …

Week in Review for Friday, March 20th - Thursday, March 26th, 2026 Summary: Historically warm temperatures continue, with temperatures more akin to late May or early June. The Special Avalanche Bulletin, issued the previous Thursday, extended through Sunday night in order to warn the public of dangerous wet avalanche conditions. The last best refreeze was with the sharp (but dry) cold front Saturday night, March 14. Since then, few areas have experienced a good, much less marginal refreeze…and these refreezes were fleeting, if at all. Cloud cover and the radiation balance are the …