Ice Axe and Crampon Clinic for Hikers This clinic is great for hikers looking to hike in the winter. Proper use of an ice axe and crampons is essential for winter travel. This is a very hands-on course and takes place outside on the ice and snow...read more Topics Covered: selecting and fitting ice axe, crampons, plastic double boots, proper use if ice axe and crampons, walking on snow and ice, self-arrest techniques , how to prepare for winter travel
$45 per person on select dates and offered 7 days a week by private arrangement...read more Dates: January through March 2010...read more Includes: ice axe, crampons, plastic double boots
Prerequisite: none
Winter Survival Clinic The last thing to go through your mind in the winter is getting stranded for the night when you’re not prepared. Whether it’s on the side of a road with a broken-down car or lost in the backcountry...read more $45 per person on select dates and offered 7 days a week by private arrangement...read more Dates: January through March 2010...read more Includes: all technical equipment
Prerequisite: none
Snowshoe Clinic Join us for snowshoeing at some of the best local hiking spots! These three-hour jaunts are great for those looking to get out and experience the beauty of the mountains in the winter...read more $45 per person on select dates and offered 7 days a week by private arrangement...read more Dates: January through April 2010...read more Includes: snowshoes, trekking poles
Prerequisite: none
Cross Country Ski Clinic Join us for come cross-country skiing at some of the best local spots! These three-hour clinics are great for those looking to get out and experience the beauty of the mountains in the winter. Your ski will take you a few miles into the backcountry and are perfect for families, couples or individuals looking to get out for some winter fun and adventure...read more $45 per person on select dates and offered 7 days a week by private arrangement...read more Dates: January through April 2010...read more Includes: cross country skiis, boots, poles
Prerequisite: none
Catskills Mountains Snowshoe Tours Join us for a full day of snowshoeing in the backcountry! These tours are great for those looking for a full day adventure this winter...read more $150 per person on select dates and offered 7 days a week by private arrangement...read more Dates: January through March 2010...read more Includes: snowshoes, trekking poles
Land Navigation 101- Map and Compass Skills This course is designed for the individual who has little to no experience with a map and compass. The information packed into this one day course introduces you to basic navigation with and without a map and compass. Both map and compass are recommended items to have in your pack. But what good are they if you don’t know how to use them?...read more $95 per person on select dates and offered 7 days a week by private arrangement...read more Dates: November through March 2010...read more Includes: compass, printed handouts, snowshoes, trekking poles
Prerequisite: none