Women's Snowshoeing Trip // 4th - 6th September 2021

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Looking for a new winter adventure?

Snowshoeing is an exciting way to explore the snowy region and get off the beaten path, literally! From exploring the best of the Australian backcountry has to offer, to learning new skills to snow camp, this is the adventure to get you out there.

Our female guide is experienced and has gained extensive backcountry knowledge from exploring the mountains. Our guides are wilderness first aid trained, hold backcountry certifications, outdoor recreation qualifcations and carry appropriate emergency equipment.

Now they say if you can walk, you can snowshoe… correct! You don’t have to have been snowshoeing before, or have camping skills, we will help, however….

The swanky backcountry is not for those striking out on an intended easy trip with no huff or puff. Although easy in parts of this trip, weather conditions in alpine environments change and women must be prepared for the adventure at hand, changes to the itinerary.

WHAT YOU LEARN:

• How to snowshoe
• Pack fitting and equipment for snow trips
• How to set up camp in the snow/ dig trenches 
• Snow navigation skills

GEAR HIRE OPTIONS:

• Hiking packs ($40)
• Sleeping bag ($55)
• Sleeping mat ($20)

*Plese indicate when booking what gear you may require. Invoices for hired gear will be sent 3 weeks prior to departure.

ESSENTIAL PACKING LIST:

• Jacket with hood (wind & waterproof & breathable, gortex or similar)
• Waterproof overpants wind & waterproof & breathable, (Gortex or similar)
• Underwear
• Ski/Hiking socks (2 pairs), merino material
• Outdoor style shoes/boots which are waterproof and well worn in
• Polypropylene/woollen long johns
• Base layer top Polypropylene/woollen thermal top x 2 pairs
• Thermal bottoms (2 pairs)
• Mid weight fleece pants
• Mid weight fleece top
• Down jacket
• Sunhat/cap
• 2x chucks for drying condensation/ice from tent
• Fleece/wool hat or beanie
• Neck buff or balaclava
• Liner gloves wool or synthetic
• Mountain / ski gloves or mitts (wind & waterproof)
• Hiking pack (large internal frame model approx 60 -75 litres capacity)
• Sleeping bag (down or synthetic, 4 season/snow) This means at least -10 comfort
• Self inflating sleeping mat (closed cell), this means it roll up small
• Water capacity minimum 2 litres. 2x Nalgene style wide mouth bottle (they can take boiling water for hotties, and narrow mouth bottles will freeze overnight). Bladders are not ideal as the thin tube can freeze and it’s hard to drink from
• Heavy duty style rubber gloves for snow craft (such as the black rubber ones you buy from Coles or Woolies)
• Headlamp (with spare batteries)
• Sunglasses (suitable for snow use)
• Snow goggles
• Sunscreen and lip balm (high protection rating)
• Whistle
• Personal first aid kit includes blister tape and any personal medication required
• Personal toiletries (toothbrush, etc) 
• Camera or phone

If you don't have appropriate clothing, you can hire items such as overpants and jackets from Wilderness Sports in Jindabyne. Use this link to pre order online at least 3 weeks before you depart.

FAQ'S

• How do we get water on the trip? There are streams throughout the back country to re-fill water. We also melt snow for coooking.
• Is my sleeping bag warm enough, it's 0 - -5? No. You will need a rating of at least -5 to -10 rating.
• How heavy are the tents and do we share? You will share a portion of the tent to carry which is no more than 1kg.
• Can I bring my own tent? Please check with us the quality of your tent. Camping in the snow is much different and we need to ensure you tent is suitable for the terrain. You will also need snow tent pegs.
• Can I bring my own snacks like chocolate or a bar? Of course, however we will have all snacks and treats for you.
• What pants do I walk in during the day? Walk in overpants that are waterproof like this example here. You can wear thermal pants underneath. Walking in heavy skiiing pants is sometimes difficult or can get too hot.
• Is there showers at camp? Good try! No showers out there. We suggest you bring wet wipes (you will need to carry them out to dispose) or you can bring a small towel to wash your face in the streams.
• What shoes do we wear in the snow shoes? Wear what you are comfortable to walk in such as hiking boots which are waterproof. We wear NEOS overshoes over your hiking shoe that is waterproof. This then clips into the snowshoe.
• I don't have a 4WD, can I still come? Please check in with us. Usually there are a few women in the group who have a 4WD and you can drive share from Jindabyne to Guthega.It is strongly advised you have a 4WD as we cannot gurantee a lift. The other option is to put on chains. Sometimes the roads are suitable for 2WD. It really depends on the weather conditions.
• What if I can't make the trip due to Covid lockdowns? The deposit for this trip is non-refundable. Participants are aware when booking of potential Covid-19 border closures and lockdowns. We strongly suggest not booking until closer to the departure or booking from an area/same state that is not currently in a Hot Spot zone. Please view our Terms and Conditions here. 

* All prices are per person and listed in Australian Dollars (AUD). All prices shown are GST inclusive where applicable.