Events
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Bend Snow and Avalanche Workshop
The Bend Snow and Avalanche Workshop is happening on Saturday, November 8th, at the Central Oregon Community College from 8am-4:30pm. There's a great lineup of speakers and you can also […]
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M Crow Fundraiser Fri. Nov 21st 6-8PM
Join us at M Crow in Lostine, OR, from 6-8 pm for a WAC fundraiser. Pizza, beer, and other beverages will be available for purchase, along with tickets for our […]
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AIARE Level 1 Avalanche Course Jan 2-4, 2026 Hut Based La Grande
What: The WAC is teaming up with local outfitter Eagle Cap Mountain Guides to offer a hut-based AIARE Level 1 Course. Participants will meet Friday at 8 am, and head into […]
$800 -
AIARE Level 1 Avalanche Course Jan 9-11, 2026 Hut Based La Grande
What: New for this winter the WAC is teaming up with local outfitter Eagle Cap Mountain Guides to offer a hut-based AIARE Level 1 Course. Participants will meet Friday at 8 am, and […]
$800 -
AIARE 1 Refresher Anthony Lakes Jan. 10th
The AIARE 1 Refresher is designed for individuals who have completed an Avalanche Level 1 Course and are seeking a one-day refresher. This is a great way to review and […]
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AIARE Motorized Rescue Course January 16, 2026 La Grande
Who Should Take this Course The Avalanche Rescue Course is a one-day course aimed both at new and experienced recreational backcountry travelers and aspiring avalanche professionals. Student Learning Outcomes At […]
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AIARE Level 2+Companion Rescue Jan 16-18, 2026 Hut Based La Grande
What: For 2026 we are offering a 3-day hut-based AIARE Level 2 Course combined with a Companion Rescue Course at the Buck Creek Hut operated by Eagle Cap Mountain Guides. Course Description […]
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Motorized AIARE 1 Jan 17-18, 2026 Catherine Creek
Details: Jan 17-18 La Grande, OR. Field sessions will take place over 2 days from the Catherine Creek sno-park. 6:1 student-to-instructor ratio Participants must have: -snowmobile or snow bike (reliable […]
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AIARE Companion Rescue Jan 23, 2026 Anthony Lakes
Student Learning Outcomes At the end of the Avalanche Rescue course, the student should be able to: Describe what to do if they or a member of their party is […]
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Motorized AIARE 2 January 24-25, 2026 Halfway
This course will utilize a hybrid model, in which all participants will receive online pre-course learning materials that should take around 8-hours to complete. A Zoom session will be held […]
$525 -
AIARE Level 1 Jan 24-25, 2026 Anthony Lakes
What: This course is a hybrid design with pre-course online learning that should take on average 8 hours to complete. Students will also be required to participate in a 2-hour Zoom […]
$525 -
14th Annual Eastern Oregon Backcountry Festival
Mark your calendars and join the WAC for the 14th Annual Eastern Oregon Backcountry Festival! Friday, January 30th through Sunday, February 1st. We have an online auction that will with […]
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AIARE Level 1 Avalanche Course Jan 30-Feb 1, 2026 Hut Based La Grande
The AIARE 1 is a three-day / 24-hour introduction to avalanche hazard management. Students can expect to develop a good grounding in how to prepare for and carry out a […]
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AIARE Level 1 Feb 7-8, 2026 Joseph
What: This course is a hybrid design with pre-course online learning that should take on average 8 hours to complete. Students will also be required to participate in a 2-hour Zoom […]
$525 -
Motorized AIARE 1 Refresher Feb 7, 2026 Catherine Creek
Details: Feb 7 La Grande, OR. Field sessions from the Catherine Creek Sno-Park. 6:1 student-to-instructor ratio Participants must have: -snowmobile or snow bike (reliable and appropriate for mountain riding) -avalanche […]
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Avalanche Rescue and Education Course – Feb 8th @ 9 AM Salt Creek Summit Sno Park
The WAC is hosting an Avalanche Rescue and Education Course on Sunday February 8th @ 9 AM at Salt Creek Summit Sno Park. This event is welcome to skiers, snowmobilers, snowshoers, and […]
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Snowmobile Riding Clinic for Snow Professionals Feb 26-27 (cancelled)
If you are a snow professional who’s interested in building your snowmobile skills and technique, or are looking to advance to the next level, the Wallowa Avalanche Center is offering […]
$500 -
Womens Only Snowmobile Clinic Feb 28-March 1 (cancelled)
The Wallowa Avalanche Center’s Women’s Snowmobile Riding Clinic will provide a supportive, skills-based learning environment focused on building confidence, avalanche safety awareness, and technical riding ability for female participants. The […]
$500