Know Before You Go | Avalanche Awareness Event

Format

In-person presentation — free and open to the public

Location

Confluence Center | Downtown Missoula
Headwaters Room

Date & Time

Tuesday, November 25, 2025
6:00–7:30 PM MT

Price

FREE!

Prerequisites

None — just an interest in learning about avalanches and backcountry safety.

Description

Join us for an engaging Avalanche Awareness Presentation designed to help you understand how avalanches happen, what to know before you go, and the simple steps you can take to stay safe while having fun in the winter backcountry.

Led by American Avalanche Association (A3)-certified professional educators, this interactive session introduces the core principles of avalanche safety, offering practical tools and real-world examples that every skier, snowboarder, snowmobiler, and winter enthusiast should know.

Topics Covered

• Avalanche types and triggers
• Identifying avalanche terrain
• Weather observations and their importance
• Using avalanche forecasts effectively
• Essential gear and equipment
• Trip planning and preparation
• Safe travel techniques
• Group communication and dynamics
• Next steps and additional educational resources

Registration

Reserve your free ticket today — space is limited!

This venue has limited seating capacity, and pre-registration is encouraged to ensure your seat.
Please take a moment to complete and submit the free registration form below to reserve your spot.