Intermediate Back Country Yurt Trip

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Date: 2/1/2013 - 2/2/2013
Departure Time: Friday February 1, at 7:00 AM

Return Time: Saturday February 2. at 8:00 PM

Location: Bloomington Canyon , Idaho
WSU Price: $35
Non WSU Price: $40
Skill Level: Prior experience in the topic area recommended

Fitness Level: Strenuous physical activity
Age: 18 and over Only.
Transport: Truck/ SUV
Equipment Provided: Avalanche safety equipment is required and will be provided if needed. Other equipment is available at WSU Outdoor Program for rent at a discounted rate. Including Split Boards, Alpine Touring and Telemark Skis/ Skins
Details: This is the trip of the season, phenominal snow, endless vert, and 1 night at the yurt. Bloomington Canyon boasts incredible ski and Splitboard terrain, and the back country Yurt is the perfect way to access and experience it. The new yurt sleeps up to 12 participants and is fully equipped with a large wood stove to keep you warm, cooking equipment, and bunk beds. This trip is for participants with moderate to advanced back country Telemark, AT, or Split board experience. Participants will be required to have Avalanche equipment. (Avi equipment is available at the OP please request if needed) The yurt sits at an elevation of 7619 ft and is 7 miles from the Bloomington Canyon trail head. From the trail head it is a 1600 ft vertical gain to the yurt. The trail is groomed year round but is dependent upon snow fall. This trip requires participants to be in good physical condition. Please call for additional information. This is your chance to hone in your back country skills!

 

*Mandatory pre-trip meeting will be held January 28, at 5:30pm at the Outdoor Program (Annex 9).
 
Don't miss this one, it is one of the best yurt trips trips of the year.



Registration is required at or before the pre-trip meeting unless prior arrangements have been made. Please use the online forms or stop by to register.

626-6373, www.weber.edu/outdoor

Pre-Registration

Please register at least 24 hrs prior to pre-trip meeting

 

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Ogden, Utah 84408