WINTER
OUTINGS
Winter in Portland, Oregon, at the Oregon Coast, and in the Lower Columbia River
Gorge is typically reasonably temperate - cool and damp at times, but not much snow. Great hiking conditions! Snow, lots of it, is where it's supposed to be
- in the mountains. After October, we shift our focus from summer
climbing to playing in the snow, normally in the Mt. Hood or Mt. St. Helens area.
And we still go hiking at the Coast and in the Lower Columbia River Gorge.
For the Coast and Gorge hikes, you need boots suitable for stomping through
muddy trails, non-cotton clothing and rainwear. For clothing and gear for
the snow trips click here.
You can go on a trip anytime if you give us enough notice to get a guide
and make arrangements. Or come along on one of our scheduled
trips if they fit your schedule. We can put together several activities if
you're here for a few days.
The great thing about snowshoeing is that you will learn 99% of
what you need to know in about five minutes. Snowshoes are stable, fun and
are the perfect way to enjoy getting out on the snow. We can go to a variety of
places and usually travel about four to eight miles on a day trip depending on
your schedule and preferences. We cover snowshoe
technique and tips on being comfortable in the winter snow environment. Includes
guides, snowshoes, poles and boots, hot drinks, lunch, and round-trip transportation from
Portland.
Price: $80 each person ($120 minimum)
We can snowshoe any day a guide is available. Here are days
that already have people signed-up. They would be delighted if you were to
join them:
2008 Dates:
January 12 (2 people signed-up/8 spots open)
Portland departure at 8 AM
January 19 (2 people signed-up/8 spots open)
Portland departure at 8 AM
February 2 (2 people signed-up/8 spots open)
Portland departure at 8 AM
March 22 (2 people signed-up/8 spots open)
Portland departure at 8 AM
Required Equipment
Moonlight
Trips - Snow shoeing in
the moonlight is a magical experience. We will head down to an open meadow 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- $100, 2-10 persons - $50 each.
2008 Dates:
January 20 (8 people signed-up/2 spots open)
Portland departure at 4 PM - Moonrise 3 PM
January 21 (10 spots open)
Portland departure at 4 PM - Moonrise 4 PM
January 22 (10 spots open)
Portland departure at 4 PM - Moonrise 5:30 PM
February 20 (10 spots open)
Portland departure at 4 PM - Moonrise 5:30 PM
February 21 (10 spots open)
Portland departure at 6 PM - Moonrise 7 PM
February 22 (10 spots open)
Portland departure at 6 PM - Moonrise 8 PM
February 23 (10 spots open)
Portland departure at 6 PM - Moonrise 9 PM
March 20 (10 spots open)
Portland departure at 5 PM - Moonrise 6 PM
March 21 (10 spots open)
Portland departure at 6 PM - Moonrise 7 PM
March 22 (10 spots open)
Portland departure at 6 PM - Moonrise 8 PM
Required Equipment
Overnight Snow
Camping trips are for both the beginner or more experienced, and
are about four to eight miles total distance. We cover snowshoe and winter tent
camping technique. We provide comprehensive information on clothing and personal
equipment requirements and demonstrate how to travel, cook, and camp in comfort in the
winter snow environment. Includes guides, snowshoes, poles and boots, tents,
kitchen, food, and round-trip transportation from Portland.
Price: 1 Person- $300, 2-6 persons - $250 each.
Date: January 26-27, 2008 (1 person
signed-up/ 5 spots open)
Required
Equipment
These full-day tours are for beginner or intermediate X-C skiers. For
our beginning skiers, we spend the morning introducing and practicing basic x-c
skiing skills. After lunch we'll go on a tour on a gentle loop trail. If you're ready to
do some different trails on Mt. Hood or St. Helens, we'll take you on
interesting intermediate trails with awesome views. We'll also demonstrate
how to be comfortable in the winter snow environment.
Includes guides, skis, boots and poles, food, and
round-trip transportation from Portland area.
Price: 1
Person- $120, 2 persons - $100 each, 3-10 persons - $90 each.
Whenever you want to go.
Required
Equipment
These will typically be one day climbs of St. Helens via the Swift Creek Route.
Depending on the skills/desires of the climb party we will use either snow shoes or skis,
typically up to timberline. We can also do two-day climbs of St. Helens with an
overnight at Butte Camp. Price includes, guide(s), round trip
transportation from the Portland area, ice ax, crampons, food, and group
camping gear for overnight trips.
Any day November - early May or when the Climber's Bivouac for the
Monitor Ridge Route opens up. Weekdays only after
March.
Swift Creek - One Day Climb:
1 person - $280, 2 persons - $250 each, 3-4 persons - $200 each, 5-10 persons -
$150 each. Scheduled Climb - April 11 & May 2, 2008.
Butte Camp - Overnight: 1 person - $450, 2-6 persons -
$320 each. Scheduled Climb - March 8-9, 2008
Columbia
River Gorge Waterfall Hike
- We'll make short hikes to exquisite waterfalls. Includes guide,
transportation, and lunch.
Price: 1 Person-
$120, 2-10 persons - $80 each
Anytime if guides are available.
Oregon Coast Capes and
Waterfall Hike - Travel through Tillamook, visit Cape
Mears Lighthouse, and hike Cape Lookout , Munson Creek Falls, and Niagara Falls
Price: 1 Person-
$130, 2 persons - $90 each, 3-10 persons - $80 each
Anytime if guides are available.
Forest Park Hike and
Pittock Mansion Tour - Combine a four to six mile hike in Forest Park
with a tour of the stunning Pittock Mansion- Price
-
$50. Includes guide, transportation and admission to
the Mansion.
Anytime if guides are available.
REQUIRED EQUIPMENT
It is a joy
to be out in the snow and be warm and comfortable. It hurts our heart to
see cold, wet people in the backcountry who are putting their well-being at risk
and, at best, having a miserable time. Please consult with us to ensure you are
properly dressed so you can enjoy your trip.
FOR SNOW SHOE and X-C SKI TRIPS
Clothing
