Posted by: Kim_Hamilton on 01/13/2011 11:31 AM
Updated by: Kim_Hamilton on 01/13/2011 11:31 AM
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Winter Adventure Programs Offered at Pinecrest!
Pinecrest, CA.... Summit District Ranger Karen Caldwell today announced that the Summit Ranger District and the Pinecrest Nordic Ski Patrol will offer programs in the snow on January 16 and February 13. According to Ranger Caldwell, “The programs are geared toward families and individuals interested in having fun or getting exercise in the snow while learning about winter safety.” These interactive programs will be held at the Crabtree Nordic Trailhead near Dodge Ridge Ski Resort. .....
Members of the Pinecrest Nordic Ski Patrol will demonstrate how to build emergency shelters in case you are caught out in a storm. They will also emphasize basic navigation skills, proper winter clothing, Ten Winter Essentials to take along, survival techniques and Leave No Trace ethics. Each Winter Adventure will last approximately two hours and will not require skis or snowshoes in order to participate.
Participants will meet at the Nordic Trailhead in Pinecrest, California, located just off of Dodge Ridge Road (a right turn immediately before the entrance to Dodge Ridge Ski Resort), approximately 33 miles east of Sonora. Programs will run from 10 a.m. until noon. Participants are urged to:
Come a little early to allow time for parking and getting “dressed for the weather.”
Bring plenty of water, snacks, sunscreen and wear warm, layered clothing, gloves, hats and snow boots.
Bring a lunch if you wish to stay and play afterwards.
Trail maps will be available for those who want to ski or snowshoe after the program. Programs are free of charge and will take place regardless of the weather. For information, contact the Summit Ranger District at (209) 965-3434 or visit us on the Internet at: http://www.fs.usda.gov/stanislaus.
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