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Backcountry XC Skiing at West Branch Ponds Camp

Date and Time

Thursday, February 20, 2020 - Sunday, February 23, 2020

Location

Maine, Inland,
ME United States

Registration

Registration is required for this activity. Please contact registrar below.


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Overview

Enjoy backcountry skiing in the remote Maine Woods, an untarnished wilderness replete with mountain landscapes and countless remote fishing ponds. 3 nights lodging at West Branch Ponds Camp, a rustic, traditional Maine Sporting Camp and Maine's longest continuously operated camp, family owned and managed since 1910. Home-cooked family-style meals, cozy waterfront cabins, personalized ski route planning and trail grooming in a pristine wilderness area within the AMC's 70,000 acre reserve. Experience the warm hospitality of host Eric Sterling as he regales us with tales of the north woods from the open kitchen while putting the finishing touches on breakfast/dinner. Escape to another time and enjoy the beauty and silence of winter at this camp which maintains the American traditions of hospitality and outdoor life. Previous backcountry skiing experience recommended.

AMC Trip Policy

Cost*

Adult: $495 member / $495 non-member
*3 nights lodging in waterfront cabin; 3 breakfasts, dinners, trail lunches; ski trip planning & trail grooming; $125 non-refundable deposit due by 12/15/19

Related Link(s):

West Branch Pond Camps

Click map for driving directions
Sunrise at WBPC

Activity

Skiing - Cross-Country (Nordic)

Offered By

Narragansett (R.I.)

Status

Open

Nearby AMC Destination

Medawisla Lodge and Cabins

Difficulty

Moderate/Intermediate

Audience

Adults (18+)


Leader



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ELISE loves the Maine Woods and has been leading backcountry nordic ski trips to Maine for several years. This is her third trip to WBPC, her favorite of the four remote wilderness lodges in the area. In addition to skiing, Elise also embraces the beauty and serenity of winter by leading hiking/snowshoeing trips, mostly in the mountains of NH. She is WFA certified and is a graduate of AMC's Mountain Leadership School. Let's get out and play in the snow!

Leader



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ANN has been an AMC member and leader for over 40 years. She is certified in WFA, CPR and is an AMC Mountain Leadership School graduate (Women Specific Backpacking). Ann is the AMC Narragansett Chapter Skiing Subcommittee Co-Chair, and is a skiing, northern hiking and local hiking leader for the chapter. She enjoys sea kayaking, flat water kayaking and biking in warmer weather.
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