Our Story
The Friends of the Colorado Avalanche Information Center is a 501(c)3 organization that was created to support the CAIC, while contributing to avalanche awareness and education throughout Colorado. Since 2014 we have invested just over $2.4 million into avalanche safety. This money has funded Know Before You Go, 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.
Our Mission
The mission of Friends of CAIC is to support avalanche forecasting and education throughout Colorado.
2025-26 Season Accomplishments
Forecasting
Gave $300,000 to directly support CAIC's forecasting operations which helps fund the daily forecasts that the backcountry community depends on.
Awareness
Trailhead Outreach Program (TOP) visited 152 trailheads, engaged with 6,072 backcountry users, and maintained avalanche awareness signage at more than 200 trailheads.
Education
Along side CAIC, hosted 70 educational events reaching 2,617 participants, including 438 youth under 18.
Who supports the forecast?
2000+
Active Members
550+
Annual renewing members
75+
Business Partners
8+
Local Government Partners
Read our latest Annual Report
