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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  [ Read More ]

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  [ Read More ]

As spring arrives in Southcentral Alaska, longer days and melting snow are drawing people back onto hiking trails in anticipation of summer. While trailheads may look clear and inviting, the surrounding mountains are still holding winter snow—and with it, ongoing avalanche danger that many hikers don’t expect this time of year. One of the biggest  [ Read More ]

We’re excited to announce the annual Turnagain Pass Avalanche Awareness Day on Saturday, March 14! We will be up in the Turnagain Pass motorized lot from noon until 4 pm, along with AMDS, Anchorage Yamaha and Polaris, Anchorage Nordic Ski Patrol, Alaska Search and Rescue Dogs, and the Alaska Avalanche School. Stop by to demo a  [ Read More ]

Grab some food and drink at 6pm on March 5 and join CNFAC forecaster Mik Dalpes to discuss the ‘state of the snowpack’, learn about resources on the CNFAC website, discuss tips for managing persistent slab problems, and bring your hard question for a Q & A.  The Mt. Alice room is located just off  [ Read More ]