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24-25 Annual Report

After the 2023-2024 season, WBA published our first-ever Season Report, marking an exciting milestone for our organization. For the past decade, WBA has been powered…
Patsey Marley Development Proposal

The Summer Road at Alta is a backcountry hot spot. Whether you’re taking an avalanche class and just getting into backcountry skiing or testing your…
WBA Advocates in DC

Recently, WBA joined a crew of Outdoor Alliance staff, partners, and supporters to meet with lawmakers in D.C. to advocate for the EXPLORE Act, Forest Service…
It’s Always Winter Fundraiser Launch

It’s always winter for Wasatch Backcountry Alliance. While winter is undoubtedly busy for our organization, the activism work continues through all seasons. Here’s what has…
WBA Joins the Grasstops Collective

One of WBA’s biggest strengths has been the relationships and trust we have built within the Central Wasatch, especially with decision-makers. We are thrilled that…
23/24 Annual Report

To see all annual reports, visit: https://wasatchbackcountryalliance.org/annual-reports/ Wasatch Backcountry Alliance published our first-ever season report from the 23/24 winter! For the past 10 years, WBA…
Cheers to the Wasatch!

Let’s make a lasting impact together! A note from our Director, Dani Poirier Like many of you, the Wasatch is where I learned to backcountry…
December 2023 Update

Whew! What a storm to give a big kickstart to our season! While the conditions are a little challenging, it’s great to get a base,…
2023 Fall Update

Hello Wasatch Backcountry Alliance supporters! Well, it’s been another long hot summer, but finally the temps are starting to moderate a bit, the leaves will…
Gondola Misinformation: WBA Clears the Air with Facts

The group of businesses and individuals who stand to gain the most financially if a gondola is built in Little Cottonwood Canyon (LCC) is at…
2022 Season Wrap Up

Hello Wasatch Backcountry Enthusiasts! Now that April is here we have the annual expectations: people getting their bikes and running shoes out, heading for the…
2022 Mid-Winter Update

Hello Wasatch Backcountry Enthusiasts! Well, we don’t have to remind you it’s been an unusual winter so far; a great run of endless powder days….until…