Join us at Crux every Tuesday (Jan. 20 - March 10) for Hoodoo's Snowballers Bingo! Win cash and prizes and help support COAC!

Inside the Forecast: A COAC Members' Series

January 27 • February 24 • March 31

Join COAC Lead Forecaster Gabe Coler for a member-exclusive virtual series exploring what he’s seeing in the Central Oregon snowpack throughout the season.

Each session will focus on current conditions, so specific topics will be tailored closer to each date. Discussions may include:

• Route planning with specific avalanche hazards in mind
• Weather resources and how to interpret them
• Key factors contributing to current avalanche problems
• Open Q&A and discussion

This is a virtual event. A Zoom link will be emailed to COAC members in advance of each session.

Not a COAC member yet? Become a member and support your local avalanche center.

Know Before You Go — Avalanche Awareness with COAC Lead Forecaster Gabe Coler

📅 Tuesday, Feb. 25 | 🕡 6 p.m. | 📍 The Gea Fix - 550 SW Industrial Way #183, Bend, OR 97702

Join Gabe Coler, lead forecaster with the Central Oregon Avalanche Center (COAC), for Know Before You Go (KBYG) — a free, introduction to avalanche awareness and safe mountain travel. The presentation will last about 1–1.5 hours, with plenty of time for questions. This is a FREE event, and everyone is welcome to join!

This engaging presentation is designed for anyone who spends time in the backcountry during winter — from beginners to seasoned adventurers. You’ll learn the basics of:

• Where avalanches occur
• Different types of avalanches
• Some causes of avalanches
• What resources are available to you
• How to minimize risk

No heavy science, no scare tactics, and no formulas to memorize — just straightforward information to help you make smarter decisions in avalanche terrain.

Whether you’re new to the backcountry or a seasoned backcountry traveler, KBYG offers fresh insights and reminders to keep your skills sharp for the season ahead!