Liam McDonald
Avalanche Awareness Manager
Utah's 7th Annual Avalanche Awareness Week is Upon Us!
In 2019 the Utah Legislature passed House Bill 380, recognizing the first full week of December as Avalanche Awareness Week. Join the Utah Avalanche Center and the Division of Outdoor Recreation to celebrate the Seventh Annual Avalanche Awareness Week, from December 1st - December 6th. The goal of this week is to 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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Sugarhouse Park Kickoff Party - Beacon Practice and More
Monday, December 1st, 4:00 - 7:00 PM
Sugarhouse Park (1330 E 2100 S, Salt Lake City, UT)
Monday, December 1st, 4:00 - 7:00 PM
Sugarhouse Park (1330 E 2100 S, Salt Lake City, UT)
This free family friendly event includes mock avalanche rescue drills for beginners and experts, first aid practice, and many partner organizations highlighting the importance of avalanche safety. Come learn how from emergency responders, search and rescue teams, avalanche rescue dogs and others. Or chat with local reps to explore the newest avalanche safety gear from our outdoor industry tents.
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22nd Annual Pray for Snow Party and Fundraiser
Tuesday, December 2nd, 6:00 - 9:00 PM
The Cache (110 S Main Street, Logan, UT)
Tuesday, December 2nd, 6:00 - 9:00 PM
The Cache (110 S Main Street, Logan, UT)
Join the Utah Avalanche Center in Logan for the 22nd Annual Pray for Snow Party and Fundraiser on Tuesday, Dec 2nd, from 6:00-9:00 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 and Billy Haas: The Mindset Shift
Wednesday, December 3rd, 7:30 - 9:30 PM
Lone Pine Gear Exchange (2835 E 3300 S, Millcreek, UT 84109)
Wednesday, December 3rd, 7:30 - 9:30 PM
Lone Pine Gear Exchange (2835 E 3300 S, Millcreek, UT 84109)
Have you ever wondered how to confidently move into bigger, more complex terrain? Join the Utah Avalanche Center and Blue Ice at Lone Pine for a discussion with Billy Haas on how to apply what you’ve learned in familiar zones to new, unfamiliar objectives. Billy will share insights, experiences, and practical strategies for making the jump safely and thoughtfully.
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Moab KBYG Avalanche Awareness Presentation
Wednesday, December 3rd, 5:30 - 7:00 PM
Moab Arts and Recreation Center (111 E 100 N, Moab, UT 84532)
Wednesday, December 3rd, 5:30 - 7:00 PM
Moab Arts and Recreation Center (111 E 100 N, Moab, UT 84532)
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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Southern Utah University KBYG Avalanche Awareness Presentation
Wednesday, December 3rd, 6:00 - 7:00 PM
SUU Outdoors Garage (356 S Main St, Cedar City, UT)
Wednesday, December 3rd, 6:00 - 7:00 PM
SUU Outdoors Garage (356 S Main St, Cedar City, 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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Utah State University KBYG Avalanche Awareness Presentation
Wednesday, December 3rd, 7:00 - 9:00 PM
USU Aggie Recreation Center (805 East 700 North, Logan, UT)
Wednesday, December 3rd, 7:00 - 9:00 PM
USU Aggie Recreation Center (805 East 700 North, Logan, 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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Weber State University KBYG Avalanche Awareness Presentation
Wednesday, December 3rd, 6:00 - 7:30 PM
Weber State Outdoor Programs (1352 Village Dr, Ogden, UT 84408)
Wednesday, December 3rd, 6:00 - 7:30 PM
Weber State Outdoor Programs (1352 Village Dr, Ogden, UT 84408)
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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Beacon Practice at The Pinebrook Public Beacon Park
Thursday, December 4th, 4:00 - 6:30 PM
Pinebrook Beacon Park (8178 Gorgoza Pines Rd, Park City, UT 84098)
Thursday, December 4th, 4:00 - 6:30 PM
Pinebrook Beacon Park (8178 Gorgoza Pines Rd, Park City, UT 84098)
Join the UAC and Inspired Summits for FREE avalanche rescue practice.
Every year, in collaboration with Inspired Summits and Park City Day School, the UAC installs a free to use public beacon training park in the Pinebrook neighborhood. This is a great opportunity to practice using your beacon with avalanche professionals and learn how to use this free resource during the winter.
Every year, in collaboration with Inspired Summits and Park City Day School, the UAC installs a free to use public beacon training park in the Pinebrook neighborhood. This is a great opportunity 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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Tucker High Adventure Tours KBYG Avalanche Awareness Presentation
Thursday, December 4th, 7:00 - 8:00 PM
Tucker High Adventure Tours (399 UT-153, Beaver, UT 84713)
Thursday, December 4th, 7:00 - 8:00 PM
Tucker High Adventure Tours (399 UT-153, Beaver, UT 84713)
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.
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Utah Valley University KBYG Avalanche Awareness Presentation
Thursday, December 4th, 7:00 - 8:00 PM
UVU - Outdoor Adventure Center (800 W University Pkwy sl 216, Orem, UT 84058)
Thursday, December 4th, 7:00 - 8:00 PM
UVU - Outdoor Adventure Center (800 W University Pkwy sl 216, Orem, UT 84058)
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 4th, 6:00 - 9:00PM
The Monarch (455 25th St, Ogden, UT 84401)
Thursday, December 4th, 6:00 - 9:00PM
The Monarch (455 25th St, Ogden, UT 84401)
The Backcountry Bash is the main fundraising event for Ogden Avalanche, and the support raised here fuels the programming you love: Backcountry 101s, the B-Street Series, trailhead beacon checkers, Know Before You Go classes, beacon clinics, and professional development and mentorship opportunities for our mountain community. Your ticket includes opportunity drawings, two slices of pizza from Lucky Slice, a beer ticket, a silent auction featuring items from local businesses, and freebies from some of our favorite community partners. Every penny you spend helps fund local avalanche education and information.
Purchase Tickets Here
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18th Annual Utah Snow and Avalanche Workshop (USAW)
Saturday, December 6th, 4:00 - 8:00PM
Wasatch Jr High School Auditorium (3750 S 3100 E, Salt Lake City, UT 84109)
Saturday, December 6th, 4:00 - 8:00PM
Wasatch Jr High School Auditorium (3750 S 3100 E, Salt Lake City, UT 84109)
Join us for the 18th 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.
