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Introduction to Winter Wilderness Travel

Date and Time

Friday, February 28, 2025 6:00PM - Sunday, March 2, 2025 4:00PM

Location

Cardigan Lodge, Alexandria NH,
New Hampshire, Lakes Region,
NH

Registration

Registration is required for this activity.

Overview

Instruction on general mountain safety, clothing, equipment, nutrition, risk management, and trip planning. Includes intro to snowshoeing, and map and compass. Intended for individuals with limited experience who'd like to start winter activities safely. Anticipate hiking as much as 3 miles at a slow pace with occasional uphill grades. Workshop will begin promptly at 6:00pm Friday evening, ending Sunday afternoon around 4:00pm. Fee includes materials, lodging, excellent meals and instruction. Register online along with your payment, Must be 18+ to attend. For more info, please contact Director Rick Silverberg.

AMC Trip Policy

Cost*

Adult: $290 member / $310 non-member
*Two nights at Cardigan lodge, Friday night snack, 2 breakfasts, dinner Saturday night, lunch Sunday, instruction and materials.

Related Link(s):

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Driving Directions

Click map for driving directions

Do not follow your GPS. We will email you this winters directions when you register.

Teaching  on the trail

Activities

Instruction (Skills)
Snowshoeing

Offered By

New Hampshire

Status

Open

Nearby AMC Destination

Cardigan Lodge

Difficulty

Moderate

Audience

Adults (18+)


Leader




(best time to call: 7:00 pm -10:30 pm Mon- Friday evening)
(Email this person.)

Director NH winter schools since 1981, trip leader since 1976, Past Chair AMC Clubwide Outdoor Leadership Development Committee and pastChair of the AMC NH Chapter.

Leader



(best time to call: 6:00 pm -9:30 pm)