Classes & TalksThursday, December 3
Avalanche Awareness Class
Thursday, December 3 · 7-9 p.m. · North Olympic Library System
- When
- Thursday, December 3 · 7-9 p.m.
- Where
- North Olympic Library System2210 S Peabody St · Port Angeles, WA · 98362
About this event
Know before you go! Whether you ski, snowboard, snowmobile, snowshoe, or climb, recognizing backcountry danger is an essential, lifesaving skill. The Hurricane Ridge Winter Sports Education Foundation invites you to a free, 90-minute introductory avalanche awareness presentation hosted by the Northwest Avalanche Center (NWAC) . This indoor session provides a foundational approach to managing winter risks before hitting the mountains.
In this session, an expert NWAC instructor will teach you how to: • Access & Read: Navigate official avalanche and mountain weather forecasts.
• Identify Hazards: Recognize the fundamental visual signs of avalanche danger.
• Travel Smart: Build safe, effective decision-making habits for winter travel.
Required Registration: Space is limited. Please register in advance on the NWAC Education Page.
Listed by Hurricane Ridge Ski And Snowboard Area (Google Calendar), gathered by the Port Angeles events calendar.