December 11th, 2025

Triggering avalanches remains likely on many middle and upper elevation slopes, especially where the wind formed large drifts.

Tuesday December 16
6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Intro to Avalanches - Boise - White Dog Brewing
White Dog Brewing Boise

Join us for an Introduction to Avalanches presentation and raffle fundraiser. This free educational presentation is a great introduction or refresher to anyone headed into the Idaho mountains this winter.

An Intro Presentation is required to attend one of our field days

https://www.facebook.com/events/868417952424733/

Wednesday January 7
6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Digging Deeper Series - Blaine Avalanche and Rescue Canines
Sturtevants of Sun Valley

What happens when dogs get involved in an avalanche rescue?
Join the Friends of SAC for a Digging Deeper presentation where we will do a deep dive into an avalanche related topic. Whether you are a seasoned backcountry professional or a casual dog walker these talks are an awesome way to learn more about snow and avalanches.

https://www.facebook.com/events/853954944258078/

Thursday January 8
5:30 pm – 8:30 pm
Intro to Avalanches Presentation
The Community Library

Join the Friends of the Sawtooth Avalanche Center for a 90 minute presentation based on the Know Before You Go platform, introducing basic concepts about snow, avalanches, and traveling safely in and near avalanche terrain. Learn from the Friends of SAC instructor team of snow experts, mountain guides, and experienced avalanche educators. We invite everyone to join if you’re learning about avalanches for the first time or are a seasoned backcountry user.

https://www.facebook.com/events/1197601348438434/

Saturday January 10
9:00 am – 12:00 pm
Intro to Avalanches Field Day
Snra HQ Parking Lot, Ketchum, ID 83340, United States

Field day covering avalanche rescue basics, snowpack layering, avalanche terrain identification, and basic backcountry travel. Participants must attend an Intro to Avalanches lecture prior to participating in the field day.

https://www.facebook.com/events/1366778398514791/

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