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March 2 • 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
FreeJoin a CDT Gateway Community Ambassador from Salida for a snowshoe adventure near the Continental Divide on Saturday, March 2 at 9 AM! – PLEASE NOTE this event is full and is only accepting waitlist registrations as of 2/25/24
Participants will meet their guide at Monarch Crest at 9:00 AM for a 9:30 AM departure. The snowshoe will head south for 2-3 miles and go along the ridgeline towards Mt. Peck right off of the CDT. The hike will be 6 miles maximum.
This event is designed to for people with some familiarity using snowshoes, or who are able to hike 4+ miles at a time. Please do not bring other types of equipment (e.g. skis). Snowshoes will be available to borrow, courtesy of Salida Mountain Sports. (Please note that the CDTC program leader is AIARE 1 and Wilderness First Responder certified.)
Remember to dress warm, bring sunglasses, water, and a snack if needed. Always prepare for changing weather conditions in the mountains!
Please register for the event and request to borrow equipment, if applicable, at this link. Email CDT Salida Ambassador Justice Wise at [email protected] with any questions!
Thank you to Salida Mountain Sports for supporting this event!