Pint Night at GILD | Avalanche Awareness & Community Fundraiser

Format

In-person Avalanche Awareness Presentation & Pint Night Fundraiser | Free and open to the public

Location

GILD | Missoula, Montana

Date & Time

Monday, November 2, 2026

• Pint Night: 5:00–8:00 PM
• Avalanche Awareness Presentation: 6:00–7:00 PM

Price

FREE!

Prerequisites

None! Just an interest in learning about avalanches, backcountry safety, and winter recreation.

Description

Please join us at GILD for a fun evening of avalanche education, local beer, and community in support of the West Central Montana Avalanche Center!

We’ll deliver an engaging Know Before You Go Avalanche Awareness Presentation that introduces the fundamentals of avalanche safety and provides practical tools to help you make informed decisions in the winter backcountry.

Enjoy a pint, connect with fellow backcountry enthusiasts, and help support the Avalanche Center as we prepare for another winter of avalanche forecasting, education, and public safety.

Whether you’re new to winter backcountry recreation or looking to dust the rust from your avalanche awareness brain before the season begins, everyone is welcome!

Topics Covered

• Avalanche types and triggers
• Recognizing avalanche terrain
• Weather observations and changing conditions
• Understanding and using avalanche forecasts
• Essential avalanche safety equipment
• Trip planning and preparation
• Safe travel practices
• Group communication and decision-making
• Continuing your avalanche education

Registration

No registration required. Free and open to all!

Come for the education, stay for the community, and help support your local Avalanche Center!

Hosted in partnership with: GILD

All proceeds benefit the West Central Montana Avalanche Center.