Know Before You Go - Jan. 20 at Mountain Supply

Know Before You Go — Avalanche Awareness with COAC Forecaster Ryan Marvin

📅 Tuesday, Jan. 20 | 🕡 6 p.m. | 📍 Mountain Supply - 834 NW Colorado Ave. Bend

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

This is BYOCC please! - Bring Your Own Camp Chair 

Join Ryan Marvin, 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!