Know Before You Go - Dec. 4

Know Before You Go — Avalanche Awareness with COAC Forecaster Alli Miles

📅 Thursday, December 4 | 🕡 6 p.m. | 📍 Hydro Flask - 525 NW York Drive, Bend

FREE Event - but please RSVP so we know who's coming and don't run out of seats.

Join Alli Miles, forecaster with the Central Oregon Avalanche Center (COAC), for Know Before You Go (KBYG) — a free, introduction to avalanche awareness and safe mountain travel. The presentation will last about 1–1.5 hours, with plenty of time for questions. This is a FREE event, and everyone is welcome to join!

This engaging presentation is designed for anyone who spends time in the backcountry during winter — from beginners to seasoned adventurers. You’ll learn the basics of:

• Where avalanches occur
• Different types of avalanches
• Some causes of avalanches
• What resources are available to you
• How to minimize risk

No heavy science, no scare tactics, and no formulas to memorize — just straightforward information to help you make smarter decisions in avalanche terrain.

Whether you’re new to the backcountry or a seasoned backcountry traveler, KBYG offers fresh insights and reminders to keep your skills sharp for the season ahead!