Below are some opportunities to GET INVOLVED and learn more about what people are doing to address the impacts of a changing snowpack in a changing climate:

Protect Our Winters (POW) was founded by pro snowboarder Jeremy Jones in 2007. Their mission is to help passionate outdoor people protect the places we live and lifestyles we love from climate change. They are a community of of athletes, scientists, creatives, and business leaders advancing non-partisan policies that protect our world today and for future generations.

You can attend POW events, join their team, or simply donate to help Protect Our Winters.

Jeremy Jones, in addition to being a pro snowboarder and climate activist, is also the founder and CEO of Jones Snowboards, and a pioneer of big-mountain riding. He will be giving a lecture on the Western Campus, 7pm, Monday, October 10th in Quigley Hall.

Jeremy's Film, Purple Mountains, is an informative, entertaining film to learn more about snow.

Winter Wildlands Alliance is a nonprofit organization working to inspire and empower people to protect America's wild snowscapes. They are an alliance of over 100 grassroots environmental organizations and backcountry partners.

Winter Wildlands Alliance runs a SnowSchool program that educates over 33,000 children in science-based field trips and education. They also host an annual Backcountry Film Festival to raise awareness.

Winter Wildlands Alliance advocates for the ecological integrity, natural winter soundscapes, and the opportunity for refuge and respite afforded by the last remaining places across the United States where solitude, wildness, wildlife habitat, and non-motorized experiences are protected.

Become a Winter Wildlands Alliance Member, sign up for their action alerts, or volunteer to get involved!

The American Institute for Avalanche Research and Education (AIARE) is a nonprofit organization established to create an evidence-based avalanche education model for backcountry users with the belief that avalanche education, research, and training can prevent injuries and fatalities.

Donate or sign up for an AIARE course to learn about snow science, snow safety, and winter backcountry skills.

Rocky Mountain Biological Laboratory (RMBL) is an internationally renowned center for scientific research and education. In a rapidly changing world, RMBL sustains our quality of life by accelerating discoveries about the ecosystems that replenish the world's air, water, and food supply.

If you are interested in scientific research about precipitation, snow, and their consequent impacts, RMBL is the place for you. They offer public programs, volunteer positions, donation opportunities, conferences, and news/press information.