VAC Introduces New Buffs! – Staying Safe in Alaska’s Winter Wonderland

Alaska’s backcountry offers unparalleled beauty and challenge, but winter conditions demand respect and preparation. The Volunteer Avalanche Club (VAC) is dedicated to promoting safe winter hiking and mountaineering, and this season, we’re highlighting the critical importance of layering and awareness, especially within the notoriously avalanche-prone Chugach and Hatcher Pass ranges.