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MOONLIGHT SNOWSHOE TRIPS
Snowshoeing in the moonlight is a
magical experience. We will head down to an open meadow or lakeside with a
spectacular view of Mt. Hood. After about an hour, we'll
stop and enjoy the view, the quiet, and hot
drinks and snacks. Includes guides, snowshoes, poles, and boots (if you
have none), trail refreshments, and round-trip transportation from Portland.
Price: 1 Person- $120, 2-10 persons - $70 each.
Sign-up online or
call 503 297-5100, or 877 965-5100 (toll free)
2009 Dates:
 | April 9 - Moonrise 8:31 PM PDT (0 Sighed-up/10 spots
available) |
| April 10 - Moonrise 9:42 PM PDT (0 Sighed-up/10 spots available) |
| April 11 - Moonrise 11:35 PM PDT (0 Sighed-up/10 spots
available) |
Update as of 3/21/2009
Moonrise over Trillium Lake Collage by
Phyllis Whittington
REQUIRED EQUIPMENT
It is a joy to be out in the snow and be warm and
comfortable. While it’s typically not bitter cold in our snowshoe area, you
will enjoy the experience much more if you have the appropriate clothing. It hurts
our heart to see cold, wet people on the mountain who are putting their
well-being at risk and having a miserable time. Ironically, you are more likely
to get cold if you first get too warm and end-up with dank, sweaty clothing.
Layering is important, as is having synthetic fiber clothing such as fleece and
polypropylene (which dries quickly) rather than cotton (which doesn’t). When
you are moving, you need less insulation because you are generating more heat.
When you stop, put on more layers to keep from getting chilled and
uncomfortable. You will need a daypack to carry your extra clothes and fluids. Please consult with us to ensure you are
properly dressed so you can enjoy your trip.
Here’s what you should have with you:Clothing
| Warm snow boots |
| Wool or polypropylene socks with liners |
| Polypropylene or equivalent thermal underwear tops and bottoms |
| Warm sweater, fleece jacket, or wool shirt |
| Warm pants (No Jeans!) |
| Gore-Tex (or other water/wind-resistant material) Parka and Pants |
| Gloves/Mittens with windproof shells |
| Warm hat |
| Gaiters to keep snow out of your boots |
In Your Day Pack
| Ten Essentials
(These are things you should always have with you when venturing out into
the backcountry. However, your guides will have all of these items; so if
you plan on staying with the group, not everyone needs to have all of
these.)
 | Whistle |
| Map of area |
| Compass |
| Headlamp (with extra batteries and bulb
or another light) You do need this! |
| Extra food and Clothing (wool socks,
dry gloves, more warm
things) |
| Sunscreen and lip protection |
| Pocket knife |
| Lighter or matches in waterproof container |
| Firestarter |
| First aid kit (Absolutely no drugs or medicines
that will make you drowsy or dizzy.)
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| Two and 1/2 Quarts of Fluids |
| Toilet Paper |
| Small insulation pad for sitting on |
| Handkerchief |
| Dark Sunglasses with side shields or Ski Goggles (Not
so much if it's going to be dark) |
| Camera and film/memory card |
If you have any questions about the
activity or what to bring, please call Joe Whittington at Oregon Peak
Adventures, 503 297-5100 or 877 965-5100 toll free.
We can rent backpacks and some clothing
items at $5.00 per item. Please let us know if you wish to rent anything.
Equipment Recommendations
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