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
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Trailhead Member
Starting at only $35 per season, get exclusive stickers and access to logo gear and partner discounts
Treeline Member
Make a $100 annual donation and recieve a limited edition packable travel towel in addition to base level benefits!
Summit Member
Step to the top as a Summit Member with $500 yearly support and you'll receive a custom Friends of CAIC Monocle from Nocs!
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GET THE FORECAST
Avalanches are possible any time you have snow on a slope. The best thing you can do before you head into the mountains is check the avalanche forecast. CAIC forecasting operations are funded in part by your donations to Friends of CAIC.
