Changing Snowpack, Hazards and Backcountry Safety
Event Description:
UC Davis TERC monthly lecture series presents Andrew Schwartz, lead scientist at UC Berkeley Central Sierra Snow Lab (CSSL). He has been researching winter weather, its trends and its impacts for over a decade. Using historical records, some of which are the longest of their kind in the world, he will discuss snowpack trends occurring in the Sierra Nevada, how they are redefining fire seasons and natural disasters and their impacts on the recreation and safety of outdoor enthusiasts.
Pre-registration required
Price:
$10
Where is the event?
UC Davis Tahoe Science Center (See address and directions below)