Announcements

Spring Giving Campaign

We're kicking off spring with a matching donation challenge that runs until May 1st. Give now and your donation is doubled by our generous Anonymous Donor, up to $5000! If you've found value in reading the forecast, following us on social media, or attending events this season, please consider supporting our work - $5 or $500, all gifts make an impact. Click here to donate today and help us reach our $5000 goal!

Pick.Click.Give for HPAC!

Choose avalanche safety when you file for your 2026 PFD! Applications are open TODAY, January 1, through March 31. Choose Pick.Click.Give and look for “Hatcher Pass Avalanche Center” when you file.

End of Season Gratitude Glizzies

Join in the Pass at the Independence Mine Parking lot as we wrap the ‘25/’26 Season. FREE hot dogs, brats & bevvies while supplies last. Camping chairs, tailgate infrastructure and HPAC donations welcome. WHAT: FREE Glizzies and Brats (while supplies last) WHERE: Independence Mine State Historical Park parking lot, Hatcher Pass WHEN: Saturday 4/18 12-3:30pm WHY: Thank you all (the public) for the season and get to our end of season fundraising goal. -Big thanks to Erik Christensen State Farm...

March State of the Snowpack

Join us at Palmer Brewing Company on Wednesday for our final State of the Snowpack of the season! Get weather and avalanche updates and forecaster advice on spring conditions - how to find the best snow, know when to go, and navigate dynamic spring hazards. Wednesday, March 11 at 6:00 PM Palmer Brewing Company 650 E Steel Loop

February State of the Snowpack

Join us for this month's State of the Snowpack at Bleeding Heart Brewery on Wednesday, February 11th at 6:00 PM. As always, these events are free to attend thanks to sponsorship by the Mat-Su Trails & Parks Foundation!