Eastern Sierra Avalanche Center 2026 Season Kickoff Weekend
Hello ~
We are just over a month away from our 2026 Season Kickoff Weekend! This year is going to be bigger and better than ever, with added events on Friday evening, an awesome lineup of speakers, and more. Mark your calendars, get your tickets, and we will see you in November!
Weekend Schedule
- Nov 13, 6:30-10pm – Music and Movie at MBC – suggested donation at the door, open to all
- Nov 13, 5-8pm – Exclusive Dinner with Mali Noyes – $250, limited seating available
- Nov 14, 9am-2pm – Eastern Sierra Snow and Avalanche Workshop – free, space is limited so reserve your spot
- Nov 14, 5-9pm – Annual Kickoff and Fundraiser with Mali Noyes – $30, purchase ahead of time or at the door
Event details, tickets, and more here!
Professional skier, nurse, and all around awesome human. She’ll be the keynote speaker at the kickoff on Saturday evening as well as at the exclusive dinner Friday night.
ESSAW Guest Speaker
Zach Guy – Lead Forecaster, Crested Butte Avalanche Center
Zach will be speaking on his work with the D-scale for avalanche size rating and how improving this system helps with communication for backcountry users.
More speakers and topics announced soon!
Friday evening at MBC – Matchstick productions The Way Out. With music from the Bishop Funk Collective before and after the movie!
As the season begins, we have a special thanks for donors of $500 and above. Ridge Merino is coming out with a new jacket (men’s and women’s) and we will have a limited supply available! Make a donation by the end of the day December 1 to receive yours.
As the season approaches, some of our forecasters are looking for housing this winter. If you have any suggestions or openings in the Crowley, Mammoth, and June areas, please reach out to us at [email protected].
We are making space to add more to the inventory this fall. Colors and styles may be changing, so get your favorites today!
Bonus: everything is also on sale at the moment
Check out our 25-26 Season Report
Have fun and stay safe out there.
The ESAC Team
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