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Avalanche Education for 2015/16
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Patrol - Local Claremont Calif. L.A. Level 1 Class sessions 6pm - 10pm #1 January 12th & 14th Level 2 class sessions #1 February 2nd & 4th #2 February 23rd & 25th Field Sessions January 16 & 17 February 6th & 7th February 27th & 28th March TBD Sierra Mountain Center Bishop, Ca Level 1 classes Jan. 16-18 Feb. 13-15 March 5-7/ 26-28 Level 2 class Rock Creek Lodge Feb 27 - Mar. 1 Sierra Mountain Guides Bishop, Ca. Level 1 classes Jan 30 - Feb 1/ Feb 13-15/ Mar 4 - 6/ Mar. 11-13 Level 2 class Feb. 4-7 For level 3 classes visit the AAI & AAIRE websites 
Slide path in the San Gabriel mountains
Please contribute your observations from the backcountry by posting a quick note in the discussion forum or submitting an observation or trip report in the reports section.
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9-28-16 a little cooler today with partially cloudy skies and light Northeasterly to Easterly winds. There is a chance of thunderstorms and rain showers for today. ••• The previous forecast discussion ••• Wednesday will be cooler as the low pressure moves in from Mexico bringing moisture and a chance of thunderstorms with rain showers through Wednesday. Low pressure will build into the area for the end of the week to continue with cooler weather into the weekend.
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Bulletin August 2, 2016
Posted by Allen Giernet Bulletin Update This is important and immediate action is required. Though this is not a snow related topic it is a wilderness subject and for all of us that love the outdoors in the purest form need to be aware of what is about to happen. Click the link below for all the information and ways to take action. For all the information and ways to help click here GCPBA RiverNews 8/30/16 - URGENT! Help Protect the Grand Canyon before September 3rd! CALLING ALL CANYON & RIVER ADVOCATES -- The unthinkable has happened. Legislation has been submitted within the Navajo Nation for the Grand Canyon Escalade proposal (421 acres of development above the sacred confluence of the Little Colorado and Colorado Rivers, with a gondola/tramway that could bring 10,000 people down to river level every day). The tram would be highly visible from the river as it parallels the river down the side of the cliff face. It would also include vending kiosks, a walkway, and a restaurant and gift shop at the river. If approved, this massive development would forever change Grand Canyon, one of the seven natural wonders of the world. If the Navajo Nation government approves this development, the integrity of values for which Grand Canyon was created will be severely compromised and degraded. This is a grave threat to Grand Canyon and we need your help to attempt to stop it. We hope you share our concern and heartbreak at the idea of such a violation of this sacred location. Not only is it sacred to us, as lovers of Grand Canyon, it is important and sacred to many of the tribes that are culturally affiliated with Grand Canyon. A fragile, delicately balanced ecosystem is at stake. Proposed development raises serious questions about water, sewage, noise, impacts to endangered species (such as the humpback chub that spawn in the Little Colorado River), dark skies and wilderness values. We hope you share our concern and heartbreak at the idea of such a violation of this sacred location. Not only is it sacred to us, as lovers of Grand Canyon, it is important and spiritually sacred to many of the tribes that are culturally affiliated with Grand Canyon. The development is on land belonging to the Navajo Nation. Legislation to allow the development has been introduced before the Navajo Nation Council and we have been given only 5 days for public comment. Comments must be received by 5:00 p.m. MDT this Saturday, September 3rd. Please take the time to encourage them to vote no. This is the email address you can use: comments@navajo-nsn.gov Or, you can mail comments to: Executive Director Office of Legislative Services P.O. Box 3390 Window Rock, AZ 86515. The Navajo Nation enjoys sovereign nation status, so it is their decision to make. We are sensitive to the fact that we are also an outside group asking them to consider our wishes with regard to their land. We also acknowledge that there is a great need for jobs and economic opportunity on the Reservation. The agreement between the Navajo Nation and the developer is heavily skewed toward the developer, providing only 8-18% to the Navajo, and the remainder to the developer. We are also concerned that this proposal does not include plans for sewage treatment down at the river. This development is not in the best interest of the Navajo people and certainly not the Grand Canyon. Read the legislative proposal at http://www.navajonationcouncil.org/Legislations/2016/AUG/0293-16.pdf Sign the petition against this proposal! The petition link can be found at www.savetheconfluence.com For a 2 page summary of the proposed legislation: http://www.grandcanyontrust.org/sites/default/files/gc_Confluence_Partners_Escalade.pdf For more information on what's at stake: http://www.grandcanyontrust.org/stopping-grand-canyon-escalade And also: http://savetheconfluence.com/news/proposed-grand-canyon-escalade-bill-starts-move/ GCPBA RiverNews is a service of Grand Canyon Private Boaters Association. Join and Support GCPBA. Visit our website www.gcpba.org. We are on Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/groups/1424392787831584 Copyright © 2016 GCPBA, All rights reserved. www.gcpba.org Our mailing address is: GCPBA 809 W Riordan Rd Suite 100, #431 Flagstaff, AZ 86001 Travel cautiously and practice standard avalanche protocols especially when entering avalanche terrain. Be aware that variations and differences throughout different aspects, elevations and locations will exist. Ultimately use caution when traveling in the backcountry. Practice standard avalanche protocols bring your beacon, shovel and probe and travel with a partner. Visit the reports page for recent observations. Current Info February 1, 2016
Avalanche level two begins this week there is still time to enroll This week begins our avalanche level 2 course There is still time to register just click here Avalanche Level 2 to register Level II Course Classroom: February 02, 2016 from 6:00 to 10:00 PM in Claremont, CA February 04, 2016 from 6:00 to 10:00 PM in Claremont, CA February 23, 2016 from 6:00 to 10:00 PM in Claremont, CA February 25, 2016 from 6:00 to 10:00 PM in Claremont, CA Field work: February 06, 2016 from 8:00!AM to 4:00 PM @ Mt Baldy February 07, 2016 from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM @ Mt Baldy February 27, 2016 from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM @ Mt Baldy February 28, 2016 from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM @ Mt Baldy The cost for the level 2 course for NSP Patrollers, NSP Affiliates & the general public $175 |
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2015/16 Events
The Avalanche Center March, 2016 TBD
The second annual SCSAC Fundraiser At Location to be announced We are again partnering with TGR Teton Gravity Research to bring you the latest Film Come out and join us for a good time great, people and to help support your local avalanche center. Lets make this a bigger and better event than last season. There will be a large prize pool for raffles and silent auctions, Snowboards, Skis, Avalanche gear and more. For tickets and more info visit the events page Free Avalanche Awareness Presentations: Everyone is welcome California State University San Marcos February 17, 2016 6:00 PM In the REC center / Clarke Field House 333 S. Twin Oaks Valley Rd., San Marcos, CA 92096 Claremont College Outdoor Education Center 601 Amherst Av. Claremont, Ca. 91711 TBD The Adventure 16 series Completed Presentation 7:00pm January 6, 2016 Adventure 16 San Diego 4620 Alvarado Canyon Rd. San Diegeo, CA, 92120 USA January 7th, 2016 Adventure 16 Tarzana 5425 Reseda Blvd. Tarzana, CA, 91356 USA January 8th, 2016 Adventure 16 West L.A. 11161 W. Pico Blvd. Los Angeles, CA, 90064 USA Future dates and events TBA soon be sure to visit the events page for updates and details Awareness
There are avalanches in So Cal. This sign is on the road just before Mt. Baldy trailhead
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Latest Observtions
General Caution
You should always use safe terrain management and carry avalanche rescue equipment in the backcountry. Most avalanches are triggered by someone in the party or the victim. Practice with your rescue gear often and be prepared should the worst happen. Though we do not have an avalanche forecast center in this area as of yet, the information posted and shared here as well as the resources available on this site will help to make informed decisions for your backcountry travels. Use avalanche forecasts in your travels wherever available and be aware that avalanche ratings are general information. Elevation, location, geographic variability’s, slope aspect and angle all have effects on the particular area you travel in. This is only one piece of the information you should use in your decision making process. There is no substitute for avalanche education, for more resources and information as well as education please refer to our resources page.
You should always use safe terrain management and carry avalanche rescue equipment in the backcountry. Most avalanches are triggered by someone in the party or the victim. Practice with your rescue gear often and be prepared should the worst happen. Though we do not have an avalanche forecast center in this area as of yet, the information posted and shared here as well as the resources available on this site will help to make informed decisions for your backcountry travels. Use avalanche forecasts in your travels wherever available and be aware that avalanche ratings are general information. Elevation, location, geographic variability’s, slope aspect and angle all have effects on the particular area you travel in. This is only one piece of the information you should use in your decision making process. There is no substitute for avalanche education, for more resources and information as well as education please refer to our resources page.
