Conduct fun and safe snow trips for your troop or crew!
Learn about appropriate clothing and equipment, cooking techniques, weather considerations, shelter construction and much more! Bring back to your troop or crew the experience of the hands-on winter outdoor training for Scouts BSA or Venturing trips and a weekend camping in the snow!
Starts Jan 7, 2023
Upcoming training dates (must attend all three sessions)
- Training
Palo Alto Service Center
Sat, Jan 7, 2023
9:30am – 4:00pm - Gear Check
Palo Alto Service Center
Mon, Feb 6, 2023
5:00pm – 9:30pm - Camping Practicum
Location TBD
Fri, Feb 10, 2023, 5:00pm – Sun, Feb 12, 2023 12:00pm
Why
This Course is a must for leading winter camping and backpacking trips for Pacific Skyline Council Scouts BSA and Venture units. Continue your troop or crew’s outdoor adventures year-round!
Who
For registered adult Scout leaders and senior Scouts. Senior Scouts over age 16 may participate with two-deep leadership with the approval of the Course Director. Once approval is
granted, senior Scouts will be registered through the council, not via online registration. All participants should have moderate backpacking and camping experience and a thorough knowledge of BSA procedures. Prior completion of the High Adventure Training (Outdoor Awareness) course is highly recommended.
Cost
$175
PLEASE REGISTER EARLY TO SECURE YOUR PLACE!
Course Limit: 15 participants.
Attendance at all sessions is required to earn the certificate.
What
Participants learn how to lead BSA Winter Trips in the Sierra Nevada which are fun and safe. You will construct snow shelters or tents and prepare at least three meals in the snow to gain hands-on experience with snow camping. This course has a tradition of heavy snowfall, so plan on a blizzard! Course may be canceled due to low enrollment or lack of snow.
Questions?
Contact David at (408) 896-1011 or webster-wintersafety@dhw.org