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ABOUT

The Friends of the CAIC (Colorado Avalanche Information Center) is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization that was created to support the CAIC, while contributing to avalanche awareness and education throughout Colorado. Over the past 15 years, the organization has funded avalanche awareness curriculums, developed avalanche safety videos and signage, created
outreach for new and existing users, built new web and mobile applications, and supported the CAIC’s forecast operations.

WHY IS AVALANCHE SAFETY IMPORTANT

Colorado leads the nation in avalanche accidents and deaths. In fact, they are the most deadly weather-related natural hazard in the state on an annual basis, averaging about 6 deaths per year and many more non fatal injuries from involvements.

"The more people you have exposed to avalanche hazards, the more chances you have of someone getting involved in an avalanche. We have a huge winter recreation industry and culture in Colorado. We have about 27 major ski areas. We have highways that run through the mountains, a lot of people that live in the mountains, and people who visit us to play in the mountains."
Ethan Greene, Director of the CAIC

Contribute $300k/yr to CAIC Forecasting Operations

Engage with 8,000+ users/yr at 150 Trailhead Outreach Days

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Starting at only $35 per season, get exclusive stickers and access to logo gear and partner discounts

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Make a $100 annual donation and recieve a limited edition packable travel towel in addition to base level benefits!

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PROGRAM SPOTLIGHT

Our Trailhead Outreach Program Team reaches thousands of backcountry users of all types across the state of Colorado with avalanche safety information each season

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