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Avalanche forecasters warn of ‘considerable’ slide risks after late-winter storm

Avalanche forecasters warn of ‘considerable’ slide risks after late-winter storm

After minimal snowfall across Montana most of the winter, the arrival of a heavy storm this week has led avalanche forecasters to warn recreators about “considerable” slide risks across several mountain ranges. The Flathead Avalanche Center on Thursday issued a special avalanche warning that lasts through Sunday for several northwest

Flathead Avalanche Center issues special avalanche bulletin for 'unusually dangerous conditions'

KALISPELL, Mont. - The Flathead Avalanche Center in Hungry Horse issued a special avalanche bulletin on Thursday for "unusually dangerous avalanche conditions" through Sunday. The center said that natural avalanches are possible, but human-triggered avalanches are likely. The alert is in effect for the Whitefish, Swan, Flathead and

Eight skiers missing in California avalanche found dead

Eight skiers missing in California avalanche found dead

Eight of the nine skiers missing in California after an avalanche have been found dead and one remains missing in horrific blizzard conditions, police said Wednesday. Rescuers have been desperately searching for the group, which was caught in the avalanche early Tuesday on Castle Peak in the Tahoe area. Earlier,

MSU Strand Collective seeks to support female skiers

MSU Strand Collective seeks to support female skiers

The female skiing community in Bozeman is growing thanks to a new chapter of the Strand Collective, a nonprofit based out of the University of Utah. The organization focuses on building community among female skiers and providing support for women on and off the mountain. Junior Haley Serafino, the president

How low snowfall is impacting Bozeman

How low snowfall is impacting Bozeman

If you recently went outside in your winter jacket, you might have just about had a heat stroke. While the warmth — and lack of snowfall — in Bozeman may be concerning, as of now, the snowpack is reportedly stable. Many Bozemanites are worried about the impact of low snowfall on recreation.

Bozeman Splitfest unites splitboarders for adventure, connection and avalanche awareness

Bozeman Splitfest unites splitboarders for adventure, connection and avalanche awareness

Splitboarding, a sport characterized by its unique splittable board, allows snowboarders yearning for the backcountry to achieve their dreams. Bozeman Splitfest was held at the Gallatin County Fairgrounds from Feb. 28 to March 2. The event began in 2017 as a small gathering of splitboarders, according to Mati Tressler, founder

Navigating winter risks at “MSU Snow and Avalanche Workshop”

Navigating winter risks at “MSU Snow and Avalanche Workshop”

MSU took the opportunity to remind students about snow safety by hosting the 10th-annual “MSU Snow and Avalanche Workshop” in SUB Ballroom A on Wednesday, Nov. 13. The workshop consisted of a meet-and-greet with vendors — where various small businesses and nonprofits set up booths around the ballroom