Liam McDonald
Avalanche Awareness Coordinator
Utah's 6th Annual Avalanche Awareness Week is Upon Us!
Six years ago the Utah Legislature passed House Bill 380, recognizing the first week of December as Avalanche Awareness Week. Join the Utah Avalanche Center and the Division of Outdoor Recreation to celebrate the Sixth Annual Avalanche Awareness Week, from December 2 - December 8. The goal of this week is to ultimately save lives through activities that promote avalanche awareness, education, and safety. We have a variety of events to promote avalanche safety this week. See the list of events below to find one near you.
Six years ago the Utah Legislature passed House Bill 380, recognizing the first week of December as Avalanche Awareness Week. Join the Utah Avalanche Center and the Division of Outdoor Recreation to celebrate the Sixth Annual Avalanche Awareness Week, from December 2 - December 8. The goal of this week is to ultimately save lives through activities that promote avalanche awareness, education, and safety. We have a variety of events to promote avalanche safety this week. See the list of events below to find one near you.
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UAC Avalanche Awareness Week Kickoff and Community Avalanche Rescue Practice
Monday, December 2nd, 4:00 - 7:00 PM
Sugarhouse Park 1330 E 2100 S
Salt Lake City, UT
Monday, December 2nd, 4:00 - 7:00 PM
Sugarhouse Park 1330 E 2100 S
Salt Lake City, UT
Come kick off the 6th Annual Avalanche Awareness Week with the Utah Avalanche Center!
Join the UAC, Division of Outdoor Recreation, and numerous partners involved in the snow and avalanche industry.
We'll have FREE avalanche rescue practice! Hone your rescue skills before the season begins and the powder starts flying!
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Join the UAC, Division of Outdoor Recreation, and numerous partners involved in the snow and avalanche industry.
We'll have FREE avalanche rescue practice! Hone your rescue skills before the season begins and the powder starts flying!
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21st Annual Pray for Snow Party and Fundraiser
Tuesday, December 3rd, 6:00 - 10:00 PM
The Cache, 110 S Main Street
Logan, UT
Tuesday, December 3rd, 6:00 - 10:00 PM
The Cache, 110 S Main Street
Logan, UT
Join the Utah Avalanche Center in Logan for the 21st Annual Pray for Snow Party and Fundraiser on Tuesday, Dec 3rd, from 6:00-10:00 PM at The Cache to support avalanche forecasting, education, and awareness in northern Utah. There will be music from the Two-Headed Trout Band, Lucky Slice pizza, and a silent auction and opportunity drawing of donated items.
Purchase Tickets Here
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Blue Ice Presentation at Fisher Brewing
Tuesday, December 3rd, 6:00 - 9:00 PM
Fisher Brewing, 320 W 800 S
Tuesday, December 3rd, 6:00 - 9:00 PM
Fisher Brewing, 320 W 800 S
In July 2024, Adam Fabrikant, Brendan O Neill of Jackson, WY, and Billy Haas of SLC traveled to Pakistan to ski Gasherbrum 1 and 2. These mountains are scarcely skiedand rarely skied in the same expedition. The Americans were fortunate to have great weather and were able to ski off of both peaks, becoming one of the first parties to do so.
This presentation features many tales from their trip, but also stories from Adam and Billy's other achievements.From cutting their teeth skiing in the Wasatch while living in the Alta Lodge to first descents in the Central Andes, Adam and Billy are true students of their craft. These men live and breathe ski mountaineering.
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FREE Know Before You Go Avalanche Awareness Presentation
Tuesday, December 3rd, 7:00 - 8:00 PM
Patagonia SLC, 2292 S Highland Drive
Salt Lake City, UT
Tuesday, December 3rd, 7:00 - 8:00 PM
Patagonia SLC, 2292 S Highland Drive
Salt Lake City, UT
Join the UAC for a FREE avalanche awareness talk, hosted by Patagonia.
Know Before You Go is the first step in your journey through avalanche education.
The program introduces you to avalanche safety with some simple steps you can take to stay safe and have fun in
avalanche terrain before you go into the mountains in winter.
Know Before You Go is the first step in your journey through avalanche education.
The program introduces you to avalanche safety with some simple steps you can take to stay safe and have fun in
avalanche terrain before you go into the mountains in winter.
No registration is required.
More Info
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More Info
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FREE Pinebrook Beacon Park Opening with Inspired Summits
Wednesday, December 4th, 4:00 - 6:30 PM
Park City Day School, 3120 Pinebrook Rd
Park City, UT
Wednesday, December 4th, 4:00 - 6:30 PM
Park City Day School, 3120 Pinebrook Rd
Park City, UT
Join the UAC and Inspired Summits for FREE avalanche rescue practice.
In collaboration with Inspired Summits, the UAC installed a public beacon training park in Pinebrook by the Park City Day School. Come to practice using your beacon with avalanche professionals and learn how to use this free resource during the winter.
In collaboration with Inspired Summits, the UAC installed a public beacon training park in Pinebrook by the Park City Day School. Come to practice using your beacon with avalanche professionals and learn how to use this free resource during the winter.
No Registration Required
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FREE Know Before You Go Avalanche Awareness Presentation
Wednesday, December 4th, 7:00 - 8:00 PM
Weber County Library, 5568 S Adams Ave
Wednesday, December 4th, 7:00 - 8:00 PM
Weber County Library, 5568 S Adams Ave
Ogden, Ut
Join the UAC for a FREE avalanche awareness talk at the Weber County Library Pleasant Valley.
Know Before You Go is the first step in your journey through avalanche education.
The program introduces you to avalanche safety with some simple steps you can take to stay safe and have fun in
avalanche terrain before you go into the mountains in winter.
Know Before You Go is the first step in your journey through avalanche education.
The program introduces you to avalanche safety with some simple steps you can take to stay safe and have fun in
avalanche terrain before you go into the mountains in winter.
No registration is required.
More Info
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More Info
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FREE Know Before You Go Avalanche Awareness Presentation
Wednesday, December 4th, 6:30 - 8:00 PM
USU - Aggie Recreation Center, 805 E 700 N
Logan, UT
Wednesday, December 4th, 6:30 - 8:00 PM
USU - Aggie Recreation Center, 805 E 700 N
Logan, UT
Join the UAC and Utah State University Outdoor Programs for a FREE avalanche awareness talk.
Know Before You Go is the first step in your journey through avalanche education.
The program introduces you to avalanche safety with some simple steps you can take to stay safe and have fun in
avalanche terrain before you go into the mountains in winter.
Know Before You Go is the first step in your journey through avalanche education.
The program introduces you to avalanche safety with some simple steps you can take to stay safe and have fun in
avalanche terrain before you go into the mountains in winter.
No Registration Required
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7th Annual Ogden Avalanche Backcountry Bash
Thursday, December 5th, 6:00 - 9:00PM
The Monarch, 455 25th St.
Ogden, UT
Thursday, December 5th, 6:00 - 9:00PM
The Monarch, 455 25th St.
Ogden, UT
This is the main fundraising event for Ogden Avalanche, and we rely on this funding to put on the programming you love:
Backcountry 101’s, B-Street Series, trailhead beacon checkers, Know Before You Go classes, beacon clinics, and professional development and mentorship opportunities. Additionally, this year our very own Sierra Bishop will be piloting a women’s mentorship program to get more women out in the backcountry: @wasatchbackcountrymentors. Come out and support Ogden Avalanche in the cause. Every penny you spend contributes to local avalanche education and information.
Backcountry 101’s, B-Street Series, trailhead beacon checkers, Know Before You Go classes, beacon clinics, and professional development and mentorship opportunities. Additionally, this year our very own Sierra Bishop will be piloting a women’s mentorship program to get more women out in the backcountry: @wasatchbackcountrymentors. Come out and support Ogden Avalanche in the cause. Every penny you spend contributes to local avalanche education and information.
Purchase Tickets Here
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FREE Know Before You Go Avalanche Awareness Presentation
Thursday, December 5th, 6:00 - 7:00 PM
Moab Public Library, 257 E Center St
Moab, UT
Thursday, December 5th, 6:00 - 7:00 PM
Moab Public Library, 257 E Center St
Moab, UT
Join the UAC for a FREE avalanche awareness talk. Know Before You Go is the first step in your journey through avalanche education. The program introduces you to avalanche safety with some simple steps you can take to stay safe and have fun in avalanche terrain before you go into the mountains in winter.
No Registration Required
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FREE Know Before You Go Avalanche Awareness Presentation
Thursday, December 5th, 6:00 - 7:00PM
Utah Ski Gear, 7129 State St.
Midvale, UT
Thursday, December 5th, 6:00 - 7:00PM
Utah Ski Gear, 7129 State St.
Midvale, UT
Join the UAC for a FREE avalanche awareness talk hosted by Utah Ski Gear.
Know Before You Go is the first step in your journey through avalanche education.
The program introduces you to avalanche safety with some simple steps you can take to stay safe and have fun in
avalanche terrain before you go into the mountains in winter.
Know Before You Go is the first step in your journey through avalanche education.
The program introduces you to avalanche safety with some simple steps you can take to stay safe and have fun in
avalanche terrain before you go into the mountains in winter.
No Registration Required
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FREE Teton Gravity Research Beyond The Fantasy showing
Thursday, December 5th, 6:30 - 9:00 PM
Carry On, 244 W 100 S
Provo, UT
Thursday, December 5th, 6:30 - 9:00 PM
Carry On, 244 W 100 S
Provo, UT
Turn on the stoke with a special showing of TGR's Beyond Fantasy hosted by The Utah Freeride Academy at Carry On in Provo. Doors open at 6:30 PM and the movie starts at 7. There will be a giveaway at the premier that includes gear from Arcade Belts, Black Crows, Blue Bison, GoPro, Head, Mountain Hardware, Pando Outfitters, Powder Caps and an annual Ikon Pass givaway
No Registration Required
More Info
More Info
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FREE Know Before You Go Avalanche Awareness Presentation
Friday, December 6th, 6:00 - 7:00PM
UVU Outdoor Adventure Center, 800 W University Pkwy
Friday, December 6th, 6:00 - 7:00PM
UVU Outdoor Adventure Center, 800 W University Pkwy
Orem, UT
Join the UAC for a FREE avalanche awareness talk hosted by Utah Valley University.
Know Before You Go is the first step in your journey through avalanche education.
The program introduces you to avalanche safety with some simple steps you can take to stay safe and have fun in
avalanche terrain before you go into the mountains in winter.
Know Before You Go is the first step in your journey through avalanche education.
The program introduces you to avalanche safety with some simple steps you can take to stay safe and have fun in
avalanche terrain before you go into the mountains in winter.
No Registration Required
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FREE Beacon Clinic with Utah State University Outdoor Program
Saturday, December 7th, 10:00 - 12:00 PM
Utah State University ARC, 805 E 700 N
Logan, UT
Saturday, December 7th, 10:00 - 12:00 PM
Utah State University ARC, 805 E 700 N
Logan, UT
Join the Utah Avalanche Center and Utah State University for a FREE Avalanche Transceiver Training on Saturday, December 7th, from 10 AM - 12 PM at the USU HPER Fields in Logan.
Whether you are a never-ever or a seasoned backcountry rider, it's always a good idea to hone your search skills before winter. There will be avalanche professionals on-site to teach you how your transceiver works and how to practice independently. Bring your partners and your beacons (or borrow one of ours).
Whether you are a never-ever or a seasoned backcountry rider, it's always a good idea to hone your search skills before winter. There will be avalanche professionals on-site to teach you how your transceiver works and how to practice independently. Bring your partners and your beacons (or borrow one of ours).
This event is FREE, you will need to create an account to register
Sign Up Here
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Sign Up Here
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17th Annual Utah Snow and Avalanche Workshop (USAW)
Saturday, December 7th, 4:00 - 7:30PM
University of Utah Guest House, 110 Fort Douglas Blvd
Salt Lake City, UT
Saturday, December 7th, 4:00 - 7:30PM
University of Utah Guest House, 110 Fort Douglas Blvd
Salt Lake City, UT
Join us for the 17th Annual USAW, where Utah’s avalanche community will team up with snow professionals around the west to share avalanche knowledge. Regional avalanche workshops are the most time and cost-effective way to build and refresh advanced avalanche skills. This is your chance to learn from avalanche experts and brush up on your skills before the start of the season.
Purchase Tickets Here
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2024 UAC & LUNA 3rd Annual Moab Winter Kickoff Party
Saturday, December 14th, 6:00 - 9:00PM
Moab Arts and Recreation Center (MARC), 111 E 100 N
Moab, UT
Saturday, December 14th, 6:00 - 9:00PM
Moab Arts and Recreation Center (MARC), 111 E 100 N
Moab, UT
Join the Utah Avalanche Center and the Lower Utah Nordic Alliance in Moab for the 3rd Annual Winter Kickoff Party and Fundraiser on Saturday, Dec 14th from 6:00-9:00 PM at The MARC. This event will support avalanche forecasting, education, and winter recreation in Southeast Utah. There will be live music, ski waxing, beer, and an opportunity drawing of donated items.
Tickets areavailable for $20 before 11:59 PM on December 13th then $25 on December 14th. Ticket price includes:
1 beverage, 2 opportunity drawing tickets, ski/board waxing and live music.
1 beverage, 2 opportunity drawing tickets, ski/board waxing and live music.
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