Science on Tap at Flathead Brewery

Richard (Ted) Steiner has been working in the avalanche safety arena as a practitioner since the mid-80s. In 2005 he began working with David Hamre & Associates as an avalanche safety consultant and his first task was to assist BNSF Railway with developing and operating an industry-standard industrial-based avalanche safety program.

Now, 20 years later, Ted, who continues to work as an avalanche safety consultant for BNSF Railway, is presenting, on January 2nd, 2025 about the program’s geographic location, history of large magnitude avalanches in the program area, how the program started, and program day-to-day operations.

 Tickets are $5 a person, and we recommend purchasing them in advance. Please note: No food will be available downstairs in the Cellar, but the bar will be open. Please come early and eat upstairs prior to the presentation. 

Science on Tap is an informal community gathering to discuss science around the lake, region, world… and sometimes beyond. We invite local scientists and researchers in our community to discuss and present their work and results in ways that are easy to understand and light on data and graphs. This is a fun, family-friendly event in a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere. Bring your curiosity and enjoy yourself!

Brought to you by the Flathead Lakers, Flathead Lake Biological Station, and the FLBC Pubhouse.