Winter Outdoor Skills Camp

The camp is a 3-day, 2-night program designed for 12-16 year olds hoping to learn about backcountry safety and snow science. . Lessons include safe winter backcountry travel, winter shelter building, how to make a fire in the snow, an avalanche dog rescue demo, wildlife adaptations to winter conditions, and winter habitat use. Additionally, Friends of the GNFAC will teach an Avalanche Awareness Course.

The cost includes all meals, instruction and activities, some equipment/gear, and lodging. Full and partial scholarships are available through our scholarship application.

Registration and more information here.