Message from our President in honor of our late Founder

Dear Friend,

As the ice begins to form and climbers return to the mountains, I find myself reflecting on the power of community—and the legacy that continues to guide us.

Dara Miles
Our Beloved Founder
August 30, 1955 — September 14, 2024

This season marks another chapter in Climb Avy Aware’s mission to protect lives through avalanche education and climbing safety. And it begins with you.

Dara built this organization with vision, grit, and a deep love for the ice climbing community.

Her legacy lives on in every workshop we host, every climber we educate, and every life we help protect. Your memorial gift in her honor will help carry that legacy forward. And today, I invite you to continue that impact—through a one-time or monthly gift that fuels the season ahead.

At Climb Avy Aware, we believe that every climb should be informed, intentional, and safe. This season, we’re launching new educational tools, expanding our reach, and deepening our commitment to honoring legacy through action. Your support makes that possible.

Thank you for standing with us. Thank you for remembering. With your support, we’ll carry Dara’s vision forward—educating, protecting, and empowering climbers for seasons to come.

In solidarity and with gratitude,

Robin Miles, 
President 
Climb Avy Aware