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Mon, September 21, 2026

Snow Stories 8.0 ~ Presented by Friends of the Chugach Avalanche Center

The 8th annual Snow Stories fundraiser will feature an amazing lineup of storytellers back on the stage front and center at Bear Tooth Theatrepub! Forecasters, friends, and speakers will be on the big stage! Anticipate an evening of lessons learned, adventure, and camaraderie. Expect to laugh, cry and learn something new. Get your tickets here!

Mon, September 21, 2026

2026 – 2027 Avalanche Education Scholarship Applications are open!

Friends of the Chugach Avalanche Center honors Amy Downing and Rob Hammel by granting avalanche education scholarships. Please read about them and the scholarships and apply here. The application process is currently open, and will close on October 15, 2026. The winners will be announced at the 2026 Snow Stories!

Fri, June 05, 2026

2026/27 CNFAC Internship Application now open! Deadline June 30

We are now seeking qulaified candidates for the 2026/27 CNFAC Internship! Our intership program has been a key part of the CNFAC operation, providing emerging professionals with an opportunit to develop skills and move towards a carreer in the snow and avalanche world. We rely on our interns as field partners and to provide independent field observations on skis and snowmachines. In addition to the technical field skills, Interns will also participate in outreach events, attend staff meetings and gain...

Wed, April 29, 2026

Fourteen years of Safety: Thanks BRP/ Ski-Doo for Supporting the Chugach National Forest Avalanche Center

In the vast landscape of the Chugach National Forest, providing accurate, timely avalanche forecasting requires more than just expertise—it demands reliable equipment. For the past 14 seasons, the Chugach National Forest Avalanche Center (CNFAC) has relied on the generous support of BRP and local Ski-Doo dealer Alaska Mining and Diving Supply (AMDS) and their innovative loaner program. As we look back on more than a decade of partnership, it is essential to recognize how this commitment to safety has enabled...

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