Kachina Peaks Avalanche Center

Overview

The Kachina Peaks Avalanche Center (KPAC) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing essential services in avalanche forecasting, safety training, and snowpack information for the San Francisco Peaks and Kachina Peaks Wilderness areas in Northern Arizona.

Mission

KPAC's mission is to enhance public awareness and safety by offering critical information about avalanche conditions and education related to backcountry skiing and snowboarding. This mission is supported entirely through community efforts, including fundraisers, donations, and grants[2][4].

Activities

• Avalanche Forecasts: KPAC issues regular forecasts to inform backcountry users about current and predicted avalanche conditions. This helps skiers, snowboarders, and other winter recreationists make informed decisions about their activities in the wilderness areas.

• Education and Training: The organization provides educational programs aimed at teaching individuals how to assess and mitigate avalanche risks. These programs are crucial for promoting safe practices in the backcountry.

• Community Involvement: KPAC actively engages with the local community and the broader backcountry skiing community. The organization's board members play a leadership role in fostering a culture of safety and responsibility among outdoor enthusiasts[2][3].

Funding and Support

KPAC relies solely on community support to maintain its operations. This includes financial contributions from donors and grants, as well as volunteer participation in fundraising events. The organization encourages community involvement to sustain its services and expand its educational offerings[2].

Governance

The governance structure of KPAC includes a board of directors who provide strategic leadership and represent the organization in the region and nationally. The board members are ambassadors for KPAC's mission and work closely with the community to ensure the sustainability of avalanche safety services[2][3].

KPAC is registered with the EIN 38-3731976[4].

[1] https://avalanche.org/us-avalanche-centers/ [2] https://kachinapeaks.org [3] https://kachinapeaks.org/Forecast/ [4] https://www.guidestar.org/profile/38-3731976 [5] https://www.instagram.com/kachinapeaksavy/