Overview

This custom introductory winter camping trip is an amazing opportunity to learn how to explore safely in the winter while participating in a wild adventure. We'll teach you snowshoeing skill, how to set up your wilderness camp on snow and how to cook in the backcountry. This is a mixed-learning and adventure trip, meant for anyone interested in expanding their backcountry skills and seeking exploration at an accommodating pace. Join us and explore deeper this winter!

Pricing Information

Mixed Group Prices

$520 Per Person (1-5 People, No Meals)
$490 Per Person (6+ People, No Meals)

Private Group Prices

$1,300 Per Person (1 Person, No Meals)
$650 Per Person (2-11 People, No Meals)
$30 Discount for Children 12 and Younger

Meal Prices

$40 Per person per day to include All Inclusive Meals (See Meal Information Below)

Equipment Rental Prices

$15 Per person per day to include snowshoes and trekking poles

Trip Types

Mixed-Group Trips

All mixed-group trips are open to the public to join and we will actively try to fill open spots unless you purchase a Private Trip.

Private Trips

If you purchase a Private Trip, your group will be the only participants on the trip.

Duration

2 Days

Distance

TBD

Trip Route

Out & Back Hike, Loop Hike or One-Way Hike

Start & End Trailhead TBD

Trip Itinerary

Provided upon purchase.

What’s Included

• Professional mountain guide & RMNP expert
• Medical kit, Garmin InReach, & Maps
• One-of-a-kind remote experience
• Hiking permits and entry reservations
• 2021 Annual Conservation Donation (At least 10% of our profits)

What’s Not Included

• Hotels or lodging before and after trip
• Transportation to/from the trailhead
• Rocky Mountain NP entrance fee (Available for purchase in checkout)
• Guide Gratuity (15%+ recommended)
• All meals and snacks (Meal Options Available, See Meal Information Below)

Start & End Times

We start at your scheduled start time (between 6am and 2pm); however, we recommend the earliest trip start times (6am to 8am) to expand the opportunity for trailhead parking availability and beautiful sunrise views.

We usually plan to end the trip and return to the trailhead no later than 5pm on day two, dependent on factors such as: the route, pace of the group, weather, etc.

Meeting Location & Time

For most hikes we meet at the Beaver Meadows Visitors Center or the Fall River Visitors Center an hour before your scheduled time (i.e. 6am hikes would meet at the visitors center at 5am). This will give us time to meet, enter the park and drive to the trailhead by our hike start time. Your selected destination will determine our meeting location and time. Due to covid protocols, we are limiting carpooling, so we'll have you follow us to the trailhead.

What to Bring (Recommendations)

Snowshoes, Trekking Poles, Meals/Snacks, Sunglasses, Sunscreen, Backpack (50+ Liters), Sleeping Pad (R-Rating 4.0 or Higher), Sleeping Bag (0 Degrees or colder rating), Tent (4 Season), Shell Jacket (Gortex), Puffy Jacket (Patagonia Macro-Puffy), Snowpants (Gortex), Layered Clothing (Thermal Baselayer, Midlayer & Long Sleeve), Layered Bottoms (Thermal Long Underwear, Backcountry Pants), Beanie, Facemask (Not a buff), Winter Gloves (Midweight or heavier), Ski Goggles, Winter Hiking Boots (Gortex & Insulated), Gaitors and extra clothing for each day.

This is not a comprehensive list of clothing and equipment to bring. Please reach out if you would like assistance preparing for your trip.

Park Entry

We cover the backpacking permits and timed entry reservation (when necessary). You'll need to purchase your park entry pass. If you have an America The Beautiful pass, you are all set. If you choose to include a park entry pass in your purchase, we will take care of buying the entrance pass for you to enter.

Meal Information

If you purchase a trip that includes either an All Inclusive Meal option, we will discuss preferences and choices after purchase, and will provide the following:

(1) Breakfast, (2) Lunch, (1) Dinner & (2) Snacks

All Inclusive Meal Option

Breakfast will include coffee or tea, with a choice of Mountain House breakfasts, oatmeal or fresh fruit and granola bars.

Lunch will include granola bars and a piece of fruit, with a choice of wrap (ham, turkey, PB&J or veggie). Meat wraps will be served with cheddar cheese, lettuce, tomato and mayo. Veggie wraps will be served with hummus instead of mayo. Gluten free requests will be served with a gluten free wrap.

Dinner will include a bag chips and fruit, with your choice of Mountain House dinners or charcuterie-style salmon dinner, mussels dinner, mackerel dinner or pepperoni/salami dinner. Charcuterie-style meals include granola bars, a piece of fruit, crackers, colby jack cheese cubes, and mixed nuts.

We will work to accommodate most dietary restrictions, allergies and preferences.

Age Guidelines

• Minor participants age 13 and older: May participate in mixed-group trips if accompanied by a parent or legal guardian.

• Minor participants age 12 and younger: May only participate in private trips and must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian.

• All minor participants must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian throughout the entirety of the expedition. If either the minor or the guardian needs to exit at any time during the expedition, both must exit together.

Itinerary Changes

We make every effort to uphold the scheduled itinerary but do not guarantee completion of the scheduled itinerary. After departure, we reserve the right to alter, omit or adapt any part of the itinerary, without allowance of refund, for reasons beyond our control (weather, natural hazards, participant fitness, etc.) or due to the needs of the group.