by Sierra Winter | Jan 5, 2026 | News
Alaska Safe Riders has always been about more than snowmachines—it’s about people, community, and making sure everyone gets home safe after a day in the mountains. As we continue to grow, one thing remains clear: our membership program is the backbone of our...
by Debra McGhan | Dec 9, 2025 | News
Who would have thought that working in the field of avalanche awareness and forecasting could be so daunting—and sometimes so controversial? When I stepped into this unexpected role in 2003 after my son’s close call with an avalanche in Valdez, Alaska, I discovered a...
by Debra McGhan | Oct 31, 2025 | News
Blue skies and seasonally warm temperatures met Jeremy Johansen as he headed for the Palmer Moose Range on August 22nd to set up his hunting camp. “Normally I just take off and don’t tell anyone where I’m going. But this day my mom asked so I told her.” Just an hour’s...
by ASR Staff | Jun 30, 2025 | Highlights, News
July is ATV Safety Awareness month in Alaska With summer rolling along, so are lots of folks on off-road, All-Terrain Vehicles (ATVs). Plus you’ll see folks on Side-by-Sides (known as Recreational-Off-Road Vehicles – ROVs), dirt bikes, and more. This is...
by ASR Staff | Apr 20, 2025 | Highlights, Members, News, Newsletter
Alaska Safe Riders – Spring News 2025 ~ Volume 3 Issue 1 HAPPY SPRING! To all of our Supporters and Members, Thank you for your continued support of Alaska Safe Riders! Because of your commitment, we’ve had an incredible season delivering more...
by Debra McGhan | Apr 17, 2025 | News
When students from an ASR safe glacier travel class heard that a rider had fallen into a crevasse not far from their cabin in interior Alaska, they headed to the scene to see if they could help. Because they were carrying the ropes, harnesses, and safety equipment...