Know Before You Go at Embark Coworking Space - Hosted by Between Evergreen

FREE Event - ⛷️ 🏂 added bonus - Between Evergreens is offering 20% off ski/board tunes to attendees!

Join Elliott Reed, 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.

Enter through Between Evergreens please!