Avalanche Jam
Sep 02, 2007 · 03:03 PM · permalink
The Colorado Avalanche Information Center is holding it’s 6th annual Avalanche Jam in Boulder on September 7th. The event is a fundraiser for the CAIC, who provide avalanche education and invaluable forecasting. Press release below and here. It sounds like a fun time and it’s a very worthy cause, especially for anyone who hangs out in the backcountry snowpack.
BOULDER, CO (July 1, 2007) - The sixth annual Avalanche Jam, hosted by Backcountry Access (BCA), will take place from 5 to 10 pm on Friday, Sept. 7 outside Neptune Mountaineering in Boulder, CO. The Avalanche Jam is a fundraiser for the Boulder-based Colorado Avalanche Information Center (CAIC).
In addition to live music, the event will include dinner, beer from New Belgium Brewery, an outdoor industry demo village and a silent auction. Donors to the silent auction include BCA, Karhu, Patagonia, Scarpa, Marmot, Outdoor Research, MSR and Sierra Designs —and the list is growing daily.
Last year’s proceeds provided the CAIC with much needed funds to offer avalanche education and forecasting for Colorado backcountry users. Colorado is home to one of the largest backcountry recreational markets in North America. Coupled with the most dangerous snowpack in North America, the CAIC plays an integral role in daily trip planning for Colorado backcountry users so they can recreate safely. The CAIC is partially funded by the Colo. Dept. of Transportation, State of Colorado, the Colorado ski industry, and a group of backcountry users called the Friends of the CAIC.
“It is a great way to prep for the ski season, catch up with old friends and support avalanche forecasting and education in Colorado. Come enjoy a great event and support avalanche safety in Colorado. We really appreciate every dollar raised to help the CAIC,” said Ethan Greene, Director of CAIC.
Beginning August 10th, tickets are $35 in advance and $40 at the door. They can be purchased in advance at your local outdoor retailer or by calling Backcountry Access at 303.417.1345. For sponsorship information, call Steve Christie at BCA at or email steve@bcaccess.com.
Music by: Greg Schochet and Friends Bluegrass Extravaganza! Beer provided by: New Belgium Brewing Company Food provided by: Tandoori Grill
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